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An undated file photograph shows the halal logo on product packaging in Kuala Selangor. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin
Malaysia  / 5 h ago

After sandwich maker claims chicken ham was ‘halal’, Jakim says ingredients don’t make the cert

Testifying in his own defence in his trial involving RM2 billion of 1MDB funds which allegedly entered his bank account, Datuk Seri Najib Razak said he had sent his then special officer Datuk Amhari Efendi Nazaruddin alone to China to explore if the latter was interested in infrastructure projects in Malaysia. — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa
Malaysia  / 18 h ago

Najib: China never settled 1MDB debts; I used Jho Low for 2016 ECRL talks there as wanted quick riches for Malaysia

Known as Rumah Tangsi, this distinctive mansion, with its bright yellow exterior and European-style architecture, is among the few remaining heritage buildings in Kuala Lumpur that has stood the test of time. — Picture by Choo Choy May
Life  / 7 h ago

Rumah Tangsi: From tin tycoon’s home to PM’s yellow heritage haven where leaders break bread

An undated file photograph shows the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission badge with a pair of handcuffs in the background. — Picture by Choo Choy May
Malaysia  / 3 h ago

No escape: MACC to collar more bank officers who got loans for blacklisted civil servants

The sentence was upheld due to defendant Liang Yu-chih’s intention to kill, the cruelty of his actions and the high risk of him reoffending, it reported the court said in a news statement.
World  / 17 h ago

Taiwan upholds death sentence for man convicted of Malaysian student’s brutal murder in 2020

During the confirmation hearing, which was broadcast across major US networks, Pete Hegseth faced intense questioning from US Senator Tammy Duckworth, a member of the Senate Armed Services Committee, regarding his understanding of Asean member states and their strategic significance. — Reuters pic
World  / 18 h ago

‘Do your homework’: Trump’s defence nominee under fire for lack of Asean knowledge in senate hearing as senator issues warning

Palestinian supporters celebrate news of a ceasefire with Israel in Berlin January 15, 2025. — Reuters pic
World  / 5 h ago

Israel, Hamas reach ceasefire deal for January 19, ending 15 months of war in Gaza

In the Round of 32 match, Chia and Soh lost the opening game 20-22 but mounted a strong comeback to claim the next two games 21-16 and 21-18 against the world’s 31st-ranked pair. — Bernama pic
Sports  / 5 h ago

India Open 2025: Aaron-Wooi Yik rally hard, join Pearly-Thinaah in Round of 16

A file photographs shows former prime minster, Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin leaving the Palace of Justice in Putrajaya on February 28, 2024. — Picture by Shafwan Zaidon
Malaysia  / 2 h ago

Judge rolls Muhyiddin’s money laundering, abuse trials into one

Motac said that the agency has been advised to honour the bookings of existing pilgrims who have made full payments and ensure their flights are carried out according to the agreed schedule. — Saudi Ministry of Media/Handout via Reuters
Malaysia  / 19 h ago

Motac: Investigation underway into travel agency for allegedly failing to fly umrah pilgrims, RM2.13m loss claims, as cops probe case

The TikTok logo is displayed outside the offices of the social media app's company offices in Culver City, California, on March 16, 2023. — AFP pic
Tech-gadgets  / 17 h ago

From ban to buyout: What next for TikTok in the US?

File picture of preacher Ebit Lew arriving at the Tenom Magistrates’ Court in Sabah September 27, 2022. A witness in the sexual harassment trial told the Magistrate’s Court that 15 call were made from the complainant’s phone to Lew’s number.. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 3 h ago

Digital forensics reveals 15 calls to Ebit Lew from complainant’s phone, witness tells court in sexual harassment trial

At 6pm, the ringgit went up to 4.4970/5010 against the greenback from Tuesday’s close of 4.5035/5100. — Picture by Choo Choy May
Money  / 18 h ago

Ringgit rises against US dollar at close, weakens against other major currencies

Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra said she received a message in a voice sounding identical to a well-known leader, without identifying the person. — Reuters pic
World  / 17 h ago

Thai PM almost scammed by AI voice impersonating foreign leader

A man visits the National Scam Awareness Campaign at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre in Kuala Lumpur, on October 3, 2023. — Picture by Shafwan Zaidon
Malaysia  / 4 h ago

Jobless woman in Selangor loses over RM2m in crypto scam

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The number of flood victims in Kedah has risen to 8,898 people from 2,871 families as of 8am today, up from 8,066 people reported last night. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 22 Sep 2024

Info Bencana portal: Flood victims in Kedah rise to 8,898 this morning

PAS secretary-general Datuk Seri Takiyuddin Hassan has said that investigations into Global Ikhwan Services and Business Holdings (GISBH) must be done cautiously and carefully to avoid injustice. — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa
Malaysia / 22 Sep 2024

PAS cautions against rushed judgment on GISBH, calls for fair investigation

Malaysia’s King Sultan Ibrahim is escorted to his special plane for the journey home after a four-day state visit to China by its Deputy Foreign Minister Sun Weidong and its Ambassador to Malaysia Ouyang Yujing on September 22, 2024. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 22 Sep 2024

King returns to Malaysia after four-day state visit to China; Beijing university honours Sultan Ibrahim with Malay Studies chair in his name

Mahkota BN candidate Syed Hussien Syed Abdullah (second left in white shirt) and Johor Menteri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi (front, centre) in a motorcycle convoy during the ‘Jelajah Orang Mahkota’ in Kluang. — Picture from Facebook/Onn Hafiz Ghazi
Malaysia / 22 Sep 2024

Perikatan accuses BN of bribing voters through ‘Jelajah Orang Mahkota’ carnival

Kluang MP Wong Shu Qi, also the Kluang PH coordinator for the by-election, said they received complaints last night regarding the distribution of letters written in Chinese at several housing areas. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 22 Sep 2024

Poison pen letters being distributed to deter Mahkota voters from casting votes, says Kluang MP

Mohamad said Penang is also monitoring welfare homes and businesses affiliated with GISBH in the state. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 22 Sep 2024

Penang to investigate Tasek Gelugor abattoir linked to GISBH over halal certification, unpaid wages

A man suspected of being the mastermind who conspired with a syndicate to bring in foreigners through the country’s airport gateway using the ‘counter setting’ modus operandi was handed over to the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) in Selangor for further investigations. — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa
Malaysia / 22 Sep 2024

Mastermind of ‘counter setting’ syndicate to be handed over to Selangor MACC

His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia, yesterday visited the COMAC Beijing Aircraft Technology Research Institute to observe the latest developments in aviation technology in China. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 22 Sep 2024

Malaysian King visits COMAC Beijing Aircraft Technology Research Institute, explore aviation innovations

Workplace rotation for Immigration staff will be implemented immediately, especially for those who have served at a place for more than three years, said Deputy Home Minister Datuk Seri Dr Shamsul Anuar Nasarah. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 22 Sep 2024

Immigration Dept to implement workplace rotation to dismantle counter setting syndicate, says Deputy Home Minister

The recent raids on premises linked to Global Ikhwan Service and Business Holdings Sdn Bhd (GISBH) across several states uncovered hundreds of books and pamphlets associated with the teachings of al-Arqam. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 22 Sep 2024

GISBH crackdown: Police intensify search for members as nationwide raids result in 588 rescues

Police said the suspect was found in possession of pornographic material. — Picture By Raymond Manuel
Malaysia / 22 Sep 2024

Cops nab foreigner suspected of snatching girl aged nine for sexual assault in Seri Kembangan

A total of 285 items related to the teachings of al-Arqam, a cult movement declared deviant by the National Fatwa Council in 1994, were discovered during raids on 19 premises linked to Global Ikhwan Service and Business Holdings Sdn Bhd (GISBH) in Melaka, yesterday. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 22 Sep 2024

Hundreds of ‘Abuya’ photos, books related to al-Arqam seized in Melaka’s GISBH raids

Police said all three suspects are housemates and hold criminal and drug records. — Picture by Raymond Manuel
Malaysia / 22 Sep 2024

PJ cops nab three men aged 50-61 suspected of repeatedly stabbing interior designer to death in Sri Damansara apartment

Authorities yesterday raided four premises operating in several locations in Penang, believed to be linked to GISB Holdings Sdn Bhd (GISBH). — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 22 Sep 2024

Penang authorities raid four premises believed to be linked to GISBH

Zambry said the Higher Education Ministry will cooperate with police investigations into GISBH, which has been linked to Al Arqam, an Islamic deviant group that was banned in the 1980s. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 22 Sep 2024

As police probe into GISBH deepen, higher education minister promises to weed out propagandists, whether students or lecturers

Zambry said PTPTN plans to take legal action against the loan defaulters. — Picture by Firdaus Latif
Malaysia / 22 Sep 2024

As defaulters rack up RM6b debt owed to PTPTN, Higher Education Ministry says door still open for negotiations before court