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Lim Foong Mei, 78, suffered head injuries from falling on the road after the snatch thief ran off with her bag on Jalan Limau Manis in Bangsar on October 7, 2024. — Picture from social media

Malaysia / 10 h ago

Bangsar woman left severely injured by snatch thief dies after two months, cops reviewing charges against suspect

Datuk John Lee Siew Neng brought to face a CBT charge at the Kuala Lumpur Court Complex. Dec 30, 2024. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin

Malaysia / 12 h ago

Durian products trading company director claims trial to CBT involving over RM195,000

A landing gear issue was found shortly after Jeju Air flight 7C101 departed from Gimpo International Airport in western Seoul for the southern resort island of Jeju at 6:37am local time. — AFP pic

World / 11 h ago

Second Jeju Air plane in trouble: Gear issue leads to Gimpo turnback after deadly crash

The police have urged banks to take proactive steps to reduce scams facilitated by online transactions. — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa

Malaysia / 14 h ago

Adopt 72-hour cooling-off period to stop scams, police tell financial institutions

Our appetite for fried chicken has led to many homegrown brands like Pretty's Hot Chicken — Picture by Lee Khang Yi

Eat-drink / 13 h ago

From fried chicken to coffee and wine, here are the food and drinks trends that gripped the Klang Valley in 2024

A car veered off course and caught fire after reportedly hitting a car battery left by the roadside at Kilometre 18 of the Sultan Abdul Halim Mu’adzam Shah Bridge. — Picture courtesy of Bayan Baru Fire and Rescue Dept

Malaysia / 3 h ago

Mercedes crashes and catches fire after hitting car battery left by roadside, causing major traffic jam on Penang’s second bridge

The five suspects were alleged to have committed the offence at a café in Taman Kota Laksamana, Melaka Tengah, around 8.30pm on November 14, 2024. — Reuters file pic

Malaysia / 6 h ago

‘Datuk Seri’ businessman, family and staff claim trial to assaulting, threatening insurance agent in Melaka cafe

The fire broke out at a six-story hotel near Bangkok’s popular backpacker area of Khao San Road last night. — Screengrab from Facebook video

World / 9 h ago

Three killed, seven injured in hotel fire near Bangkok’s Khao San Road

A ‘Good Samaritan’ refers to a person who helps others in need, often in an unselfish and compassionate way, without expecting anything in return. — Unsplash pic

Malaysia / 16 h ago

Do you help or walk away? Why people hesitate to aid those in danger — and how a ‘Good Samaritan’ law in Malaysia can change that

In Germany’s faltering economy, the sharp rise in sick leave among workers has become a major concern for business leaders. For Marcus Lentz, a private detective, this is a godsend. — AFP pic

Money / 16 h ago

Germany’s ‘sick leave detectives’ are on the case as absenteeism hits records — and company pocketbooks

Boxes of Ozempic and Mounjaro, semaglutide and tirzepatide injection drugs used for treating type 2 diabetes and made by Novo Nordisk and Lilly. — Reuters pic

Malaysia / 14 h ago

Pharmacists sound alarm as rising Ozempic misuse for weight-loss causes shortages for diabetes patients in Malaysia

Goreng pisang and apam balik seller Zainatul Rafeda Zainul Abidin pleaded guilty in the Sessions Court here today to a charge of committing mischief by fire by torching a motorcycle last Thursday. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 9 h ago

Taiping street vendor pleads guilty to torching motorcycle over repossession dispute

A man is seen physically assaulting another man dressed in a uniform at a restaurant in Machang Bubok, Penang on camera, which was shared on social media on December 27, 2024. — Screengrab from Facebook/Pertiga Malaysia

Malaysia / 14 h ago

Penang cops nab man after video of Machang Bubok restaurant worker’s assault goes online

The aftermath of the water retention bund collapse in Taman Sri Alam, Saujana Utama, which resulted in a torrent of water surging into several houses nearby on December 29, 2024. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin

Malaysia / 14 h ago

A roar, a rush of water inside the house, and havoc: Taman Sri Alam residents recall the night the bund collapsed (VIDEO)

A catering supply company became the first employer in Malaysia to have its assets seized today after failing to settle its Social Security Organisation (Perkeso) contributions totalling RM19,765.20. — Picture by Choo Choy May

Malaysia / 3 h ago

Catering supply company becomes first in Malaysia to face asset seizure for RM19,765 in over unpaid Socso contributions

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3 h ago

Mercedes crashes and catches fire after hitting car battery left by roadside, causing major traffic jam on Penang’s second bridge

A car veered off course and caught fire after reportedly hitting a car battery left by the roadside at Kilometre 18 of the Sultan Abdul Halim Mu’adzam Shah Bridge. — Picture courtesy of Bayan Baru Fire and Rescue Dept

BAYAN LEPAS, Dec 30 — A car veered off course and caught fire after reportedly hitting a car battery left by the roadside at Kilometre 18 of the Sultan Abdul Halim Mu’adzam Shah Bridge (JSAHMS) earlier today.As reported by Berita Harian (BH), the incident, involving a Mercedes C200, led to...

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A catering supply company became the first employer in Malaysia to have its assets seized today after failing to settle its Social Security Organisation (Perkeso) contributions totalling RM19,765.20. — Picture by Choo Choy May

Malaysia / 3 h ago

Catering supply company becomes first in Malaysia to face asset seizure for RM19,765 in over unpaid Socso contributions

Sarawak Premier Tan Sri Abang Johari Openg said the state does not see the need to make rare earth element (REE) mining activities its main industry despite being listed in the top 10 states with high REE yields. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 3 h ago

Sarawak prioritises green economy, no plans for rare earth mining yet, says Abang Johari

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim today paid tribute to former US President Jimmy Carter, who passed away yesterday, at the age of 100. — Reuters pic

Malaysia / 4 h ago

PM Anwar pays tribute to late US President Jimmy Carter’s century of service, lauds advocacy for Palestine

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Two friends, one of them a person with disability, were charged at two separate proceedings at the Sessions Court here today related to an armed robbery involving 160 packets of jewellery three weeks ago. — Reuters pic

4 h ago

Two men plead not guilty to armed robbery of 160 jewellery packets in Butterworth

Melaka Chief Minister Datuk Seri Ab Rauf Yusoh presents the 2025 Budget at the Third Conference during the Third Term of the 15th Melaka State Legislative Assembly at the Seri Negeri Complex near Ayer Keroh December 27, 2024. — Bernama pic

4 h ago

Melaka assembly approves RM585.7m state Budget for 2025

The Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) will review the snatch theft case involving a senior citizen in Bangsar on October 7, following the reported passing of the victim, Lim Foong Mei today. — Picture by Choo Choy May

5 h ago

After Bangsar snatch theft victim dies, police to reconsider charges against suspect

A general view of the floods that hit Kampung Matang during FotoBernama’s survey in Kuala Berang December 30, 2024. — Bernama pic

4 h ago

Heavy rain triggers new floods in Johor as Kelantan, Terengganu see improving conditions

Sabah police commissioner Datuk Jauteh Dikun said police have turned down the organisation of the ‘Gempur Rasuah Sabah’ assembly scheduled in front of Menara Kinabalu here tomorrow to maintain public order in the state. — Bernama pic

5 h ago

Police deny ‘Gempur Rasuah Sabah’ assembly permit, citing safety concerns and venue clash with Carnival Ria

The Sessions Court in Shah Alam sentenced Azman Syah Alias (in white), the 43-year-old former celebrity Islamic preacher, to six years behind bars at Kajang Prison from December 30, 2024; but the actual jail time will be concurrent with his three earlier sentences. — Bernama pic

6 h ago

Scandal-riddled preacher PU Azman gets six years’ jail and caning for fourth sexual assault conviction against teen boys, sentences to run concurrently

The five suspects were alleged to have committed the offence at a café in Taman Kota Laksamana, Melaka Tengah, around 8.30pm on November 14, 2024. — Reuters file pic

6 h ago

‘Datuk Seri’ businessman, family and staff claim trial to assaulting, threatening insurance agent in Melaka cafe

Bangsar resident Lim Foong Mei, 78, who suffered severe injuries after she was was robbed on Jalan Limau Manis on October 7, died at a care home on December 30, 2024. — Picture from Facebook/Fahmi Fadzil

7 h ago

Minister Fahmi expresses condolences to family, friends of Bangsar snatch thief victim who died today

Aksyah Nasrah has quit from Parti Pribumi Bersatu Malaysia. — Picture from Facebook/Aksyah Nasrah

7 h ago

Sabah Bersatu deputy chief quits party to back GRS, cites confidence in Hajiji

A housewife was was accused of soliciting for the purpose of prostitution at a guesthouse in Padang Seri Paduka in Kubang Kerian. — Bernama pic

8 h ago

Mother of seven fined RM2,000 for offering sexual service in Kubang Kerian guesthouse via WhatsApp

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim hosting a meeting with chief executive officer of the Langkawi Development Authority (LADA), district officer and the Langkawi district police chief. — Picture from Facebook/Anwar Ibrahim

9 h ago

PM Anwar vows immediate steps to boost tourism, preserve biodiversity in Langkawi

The current water level of Sungai Kelantan has begun to recede compared to yesterday. — Bernama pic

9 h ago

Kuala Krai recovering from floods after favourable weather, evacuation centres set to close by end of day

(From left) Myanmar’s Permanent Secretary of Foreign Affairs Aung Kyaw Moe, Philippines President Ferdinand Marcos Jr, Singapore’s Prime Minister Lawrence Wong, Thailand’s Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra, Vietnam’s Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh, Laos’ Prime Minister Sonexay Siphandone, Malaysia’s Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, Brunei’s Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah, Cambodia’s Prime Minister Hun Manet, Indonesian Vice President Ma’ruf Amin and Prime Minister of Timor-Leste Xanana Gusmao stand for a group photo during the plenary session of the 44th Asean Summit at the National Convention Centre in Vientiane, Laos, October 9, 2024. — Reuters pic

9 h ago

Pointing to diplomatic achievements in 2024, PM Anwar says Malaysia now seen as respected strategic partner (VIDEO)

Goreng pisang and apam balik seller Zainatul Rafeda Zainul Abidin pleaded guilty in the Sessions Court here today to a charge of committing mischief by fire by torching a motorcycle last Thursday. — Bernama pic

9 h ago

Taiping street vendor pleads guilty to torching motorcycle over repossession dispute

Lim Foong Mei, 78, suffered head injuries from falling on the road after the snatch thief ran off with her bag on Jalan Limau Manis in Bangsar on October 7, 2024. — Picture from social media

10 h ago

Bangsar woman left severely injured by snatch thief dies after two months, cops reviewing charges against suspect

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