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Cops: Knife-wielding woman at water music festival charged, to undergo mental health check
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- Cops: Knife-wielding woman at water music festival charged, to undergo mental health check
- Date posted
- 7 days ago
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- The woman caught with a knife at the Rain Rave Water Music Festival was charged at the Kuala Lumpur Sessions Court on Monday (May 4).
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- May 4 | What did Iran, UAE and experts say about Iran war over past 24 hours
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- 7 days ago
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- Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei said on May 4 that Tehran was reviewing the latest United States proposal, while accusing Washington of complicating the diplomatic process to end the war.
The United Arab Emirates government said its decision to exit OPEC and OPEC+ was not directed against anyone but meant to serve national interests, and it also slammed Tehran for holding the Strait of Hormuz hostage and using it for threats and economic blackmail.
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- 'You left her a living corpse': Man gets maximum 14-year jail term for assaulting pregnant wife
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- 7 days ago
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- The Court of Appeal in Putrajaya has imposed the maximum 14-year jail sentence on a man for inflicting grievous injuries on his then-pregnant wife, leaving her in a coma five years ago.
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- Shooting at lake near Oklahoma City injures 10, more feared
- Date posted
- 7 days ago
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- At least 10 people were hospitalised after a shooting broke out at a party near Oklahoma City on Sunday night.
Police said no arrests have been made following the incident, which occurred at about 9pm during a gathering at Arcadia Lake.
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- Chan moots TAR UMT Press as next milestone in varsity’s academic journey
- Date posted
- 7 days ago
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- Tunku Abdul Rahman University of Management and Technology (TAR UMT) should set up its own university press as the next milestone in its academic journey, said TAR UMT board of governors chairman Tan Sri Chan Kong Choy at the launch of a book by associate professor Dr Monna Ong on Monday (May 4).
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- Election timing must follow Constitution, not speculation, says Dr Wee
- Date posted
- 7 days ago
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- Any decision on dissolving state assemblies or the timing of elections must strictly adhere to the law and the principles of the Federal Constitution, says MCA president Datuk Seri Dr Wee Ka Siong.
Dr Wee was commenting on speculation that elections may be called in October, following remarks by Economy Minister Datuk Seri Rafizi Ramli that early polls could be held then due to a Negri Sembilan political crisis.
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- Negri Sembilan situation unclear despite Umno stance, says Anwar
- Date posted
- 7 days ago
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- The situation in Negri Sembilan remains unclear despite Umno’s readiness to become the opposition in the state, says Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
The Prime Minister said the party’s position had yet to be fully clarified.
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- Healthcare hiring and school capacity expansion not affected by cuts, says PM
- Date posted
- 7 days ago
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- Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has clarified that the government's spending rationalisation will not affect the intake of new doctors and nurses or the expansion of school capacity, amid public confusion over recent budget adjustments.
He said only more “luxury” hospital projects will be scaled down, not essential medical services or recruitment.
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- PM: Cabinet to discuss rising prices, cost of living this week
- Date posted
- 7 days ago
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- Rising prices and cost-of-living pressures will be a key focus of this week’s Cabinet meeting as the government seeks more effective ways to ease the burden on Malaysians, says Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
The Prime Minister said the matter would be tabled at Wednesday’s (May 6) Cabinet meeting following feedback from the public, including small traders who continue to feel the impact of gradual cost increases.
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- Country’s fuel supply secure despite global price pressures, says Anwar
- Date posted
- 7 days ago
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- Malaysia’s fuel supply remains secure despite rising global oil prices driven by external factors, says Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
He said the country was fortunate to be among the Asean nations with a stable oil supply, even as it grapples with price increases linked to international developments beyond its control.
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- Butterworth court sets June 18 case management for eight in crime group case
- Date posted
- 7 days ago
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- The Butterworth Sessions Court has set case management for June 18 for eight people charged with being members of an organised crime group known as Geng Adik Labu Besar, pending consent to move the case to the High Court.
Judge Roslan Hamid set the date on Monday (May 4) after being told that documents pertaining to the case needed to be presented, while Deputy Public Prosecutor Maryam Jamielah Abdul Manaf said they were still awaiting consent to prosecute for the transfer to the High Court.
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- Climber found dead 800m from base of Gunung Lambak
- Date posted
- 7 days ago
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- A male mountain climber was found dead about 800 metres from the base of Gunung Lambak in Kluang on Sunday (May 3).
Police received a call about the incident around 1.47pm and immediately deployed the Crime Prevention Patrol 2 (RJC2) team from the Kluang police station.
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- Straits of Hormuz still critical for Malaysian oil shipments, says Anwar
- Date posted
- 7 days ago
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- Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has dismissed claims that Malaysian oil shipments do not pass through the Strait of Hormuz, describing the assertions as politically driven and not based on facts.
Clarifying the issue, Anwar said it was "not true" that Malaysian oil avoided the key shipping route, stressing that Hormuz remains a critical passage for global energy trade, including Malaysia's.
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- NIISe to be fully implemented in June, says Saifuddin
- Date posted
- 7 days ago
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- The National Integrated Immigration System (NIISe) will be fully implemented in June alongside enhanced security features for the MyKad, says Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail.
He said the move is part of the Home Ministry’s efforts to strengthen the national identification system and improve public service delivery.
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- Anti-war, anti-AI protester atop Washington DC bridge for third day
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- 7 days ago
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- Sunday (May 3) marks the third day of a protest by an activist who climbed the 51-metre Frederick Douglass Bridge in Washington DC to oppose the war in Iran and the use of artificial intelligence.
The activist, Guido Reichstadter, posted on X after reaching the top of the bridge, saying he was calling on Americans to end the war in Iran.
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- Delays in Sabah radar project risks border security gaps, says Saifuddin
- Date posted
- 7 days ago
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- The completion of remote sensor sites, particularly the radar facility on Pulau Malawali in Sabah, must be expedited to eliminate surveillance blind spots and strengthen Malaysia’s border security, says Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail.
Saifuddin said that despite budget approval, with RM88mil allocated under the 13th Malaysia Plan as a priority initiative, the Pulau Malawali radar project has yet to be completed.
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- Demonstrators in Santiago stage chained protest for Venezuela detainees
- Date posted
- 7 days ago
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- Venezuelan migrants gathered in central Santiago on Sunday (May 3) to demand the release of political prisoners in Venezuela, staging a protest in which some demonstrators simulated being chained and others waved Venezuelan flags and shouted for freedom.
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- Guangdong police roll out futuristic patrol lineup with humanoid robots, drones
- Date posted
- 7 days ago
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- Police in Guangzhou, capital of south China's Guangdong Province, rolled out a futuristic patrol lineup featuring humanoid robots, drones, and self-balancing scooters, harnessing smart technologies to enhance public safety and community engagement this May Day holiday, which runs from May 1 to 5.
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- Rafizi arrives at MACC over RM1.1bil probe
- Date posted
- 7 days ago
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- Datuk Seri Rafizi Ramli has arrived at the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) to give a statement regarding alleged abuse of power and misappropriation involving an RM1.1bil investment.
He was seen entering the compound at 9.45am on Monday (May 4).
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- Cops tracking down group over cable theft in Shah Alam
- Date posted
- 8 days ago
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- Police are hunting a group of men suspected of stealing cables in Section 2, Shah Alam, after a video of the incident circulated on social media.
Shah Alam OCPD Assistant Commissioner Ramsay Embol said a witness lodged a report after spotting the suspicious activity, which is believed to have occurred around 6am on May 2 (Sunday).
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- Umno to adopt 'out-of-the-box' approaches to win young voters, says Zahid
- Date posted
- 8 days ago
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- Umno will adopt 'out-of-the-box' approaches, including non-verbal communication methods, to win over young voters who now form the majority in the country's political landscape.
Its president, Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi, said this reality must be acknowledged, as voters below 40, including those under the Undi18 initiative, are more open-minded and no longer bound by party loyalty alone.
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- Elephant subdued after going berserk at temple festival, killing one in India's Kerala
- Date posted
- 8 days ago
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- An elephant that was brought for a temple festival went berserk, killing one, in southwestern Indian state of Kerala on Friday (May 1).
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- Building fire in India's capital kills at least nine people
- Date posted
- 8 days ago
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- A building fire in New Delhi that broke out in the early hours of Sunday (May 3) morning killed at least nine people.
The blaze engulfed a four-floor residential building in the Vivek Vihar area of the capital, with flames spreading across flats on the second, third and fourth floors.
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- Holding GE16 with state polls hinges on political situation, rulers' consent, says Ahmad Zahid
- Date posted
- 8 days ago
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- Any proposal to hold the 16th General Election (GE16) concurrently with the Melaka and Johor state elections will depend on the current political situation and the consent of the Rulers and the Yang Dipertua Negeri, said Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi.
The Deputy Prime Minister said that although the administrative terms of Melaka and Johor will end soon, the decision to dissolve the state assemblies rests with the heads of state, based on the advice of the Menteri Besar and Chief Minister.
Ahmad Zahid, who is also the Umno president, said his party and Barisan Nasional machinery are always on standby to face the possibility of elections at any time.
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- Tok Mat key figure in easing Negri Sembilan crisis, say Zahid
- Date posted
- 8 days ago
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- Umno deputy president Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan plays a key role in easing the current administrative crisis in the Negri Sembilan government, says Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi.
The Umno president said Mohamad, better known as Tok Mat, has consistently sought solutions through discussions with party leaders to defuse the situation.
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- Mara chairman orders review of campus safety after fatal stabbing
- Date posted
- 8 days ago
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- Majlis Amanah Rakyat (Mara) chairman Datuk Dr Asyraf Wajdi Dusuki has called for Kolej Poly-Tech Mara Sdn Bhd (KPTMSB) to conduct a comprehensive review of safety and student welfare across its institutions to prevent a recurrence of violent crimes among its students.
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- Body of missing girl found drowned at Sungai Langat
- Date posted
- 8 days ago
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- The disappearance of a young girl feared to have drowned after she was believed to have fallen into a drain in Bandar Mahkota Cheras three days ago has been resolved with the discovery of her body on Sunday (May 3).
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- Umno to meet Pakatan next week over Negri Sembilan issue
- Date posted
- 8 days ago
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- Umno will meet Pakatan Harapan’s leadership “as early as next week” to address issues surrounding Negri Sembilan, amid tensions over the state’s political direction, says Datuk Dr Asyraf Wajdi Dusuki.
The Umno secretary-general said the meeting would follow a resolution of the party’s political bureau, which called for both sides to engage and resolve matters relating to policy and party positions.
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- BN set to go solo in GE16 but may pursue other cooperation after polls, says Zahid
- Date posted
- 8 days ago
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- Barisan Nasional is almost certain to go solo in the 16th General Election (GE16) but may pursue other political cooperation after the general election, says its chairman Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi.
Zahid said the party has consistently maintained a solo contest approach, though ahead of the election, there remains an openness to reaching an agreement with current coalition partners to prevent clashes over the same seats.
He said this during an interview with selected media on Sunday (May 3).
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- Malaysia’s food supply stable, but cost pressures may push prices higher, says Mat Sabu
- Date posted
- 8 days ago
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- Malaysia’s food supply remains stable, however, rising costs may lead to higher prices in the coming months, says Datuk Seri Mohamad Sabu.
The Agriculture and Food Security Minister said that the food prices may come under some pressure over the next three to six months.
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- Mara Act amendments to serve as legal safeguard for Bumiputera agenda, says Ahmad Zahid
- Date posted
- 8 days ago
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- Amendments to the Majlis Amanah Rakyat (Mara) Act 1966 will serve as a legal safeguard to ensure the Bumiputera empowerment agenda remains intact and is not altered with every change in national or organisational leadership.
Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said the move is aimed at establishing a stronger governance framework and stricter regulations to ensure the agency's direction remains consistent in upholding Bumiputera interests, free from political influence.
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- Bumiputera agenda advanced more boldly over past three years, says Anwar
- Date posted
- 8 days ago
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- Efforts to strengthen the Bumiputera agenda have been pursued more assertively, firmly and boldly over the past three years, says Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Anwar stressed that under the current government, there is no room for elitist thinking that sidelines Bumiputera interests, as alleged by some quarters.
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- Anwar sets three-month deadline for revised Mara Act
- Date posted
- 8 days ago
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- Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has instructed that a draft amendment to the Majlis Amanah Rakyat (Mara) Act 1996 be submitted within three months, signalling urgency in strengthening governance within bumiputra institutions.
Anwar said there was no need for prolonged delays in drafting the law, even as Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi had earlier directed that it be completed by the end of the year.
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- Spring blooms in Toronto as cherry blossoms draw visitors
- Date posted
- 8 days ago
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- Thousands of visitors descended on Toronto's High Park on Saturday (May 2) as the city's cherry blossoms reached peak bloom, turning parts of the park into a canopy of pink and white.
Couples and families took selfies and posed for photos beneath the blossoms, in a seasonal ritual that many residents see as a respite from daily life.
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- Spirit passengers stranded as airlines collapses
- Date posted
- 8 days ago
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- Frustrated passengers stranded by the collapse of bankrupt discount Spirit Airlines scrambled to figure out how to get to their destinations after the discount carrier ceased operations on Saturday (May 2), the industry's first casualty linked to the Iran war.
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- Father killed, two daughters injured in three-vehicle crash on LPT2
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- 8 days ago
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- A man was killed, and his two daughters were injured, in a three-vehicle accident on the East Coast Expressway 2 (LPT2) at KM290 near the Chukai Toll Plaza interchange on Saturday (May 2).
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- Bomba extends SAR radius for drowned girl to 29 km
- Date posted
- 8 days ago
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- The search and rescue operation for a nine-year-old girl who is feared to have drowned after falling into a drain in Bandar Mahkota Cheras, entered its third day on Sunday (May 3), with the search being extended to Sungai Langat.
Fire and Rescue Department operations commander Izman Adnan said the radius covered five kilometres from the incident location around Pangsapuri Sri Hijau to the end of Sungai Long, which connects to Sungai Langat.
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- EP324: Gender neutral vaccination for German measles | PUTTING DR G ON THE SPOT
- Date posted
- 8 days ago
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- Consultant urologist Dr George Lee Eng Geap, or a.k.a Dr G, enlightens on the viral infection of German measles or rubella and how it can prevented and eliminated.
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- Brave bystanders restrain knife-wielding woman at Rain Rave Festival
- Date posted
- 8 days ago
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- A brave man stepped in to subdue a woman armed with a knife during the final night of the Rain Rave Water Music Festival in Bukit Bintang on Saturday (May 2).
Panic erupted as the 28-year-old woman allegedly caused chaos among thousands of concertgoers attending the event.
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- KL CPO: Rain Rave Festival mostly incident-free; woman arrested for knife possession
- Date posted
- 8 days ago
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- The Rain Rave Water Music Festival saw an estimated 30,000 people in attendance, with no untoward incidents, say police.
However, Kuala Lumpur police chief Comm Datuk Fadil Marsus said a 28-year-old woman was arrested for possessing a knife on May 2.
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- KJ lauds Zahid’s “mistakes on both sides” remark, signals fresh Umno reset
- Date posted
- 8 days ago
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- Khairy Jamaluddin has praised Umno president Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi for acknowledging “mistakes on both sides,” describing it as a rare and sincere gesture that opens the door to a fresh start for the party.
Speaking to reporters after Umno’s 80th anniversary celebration on Saturday (May 2), the former Umno Youth chief—who recently rejoined the party after his expulsion—said Zahid’s comments served as a reminder on loyalty, stressing that allegiance should be to the party, not individuals.
Khairy added that while he currently holds no official position in the party, he has been informally consulted on certain matters.
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- KJ and I both made mistakes, admits Zahid
- Date posted
- 8 days ago
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- Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi says both he and Khairy Jamaluddin made mistakes leading up to the former Umno youth chief's expulsion from the party.
In his closing speech at Umno's 80th anniversary convention on Saturday (May 2), Ahmad Zahid, who is also Barisan Nasional chairman, said the party must learn from its weaknesses, embrace change and avoid internal divisions.
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- Hold vote of confidence in state assembly to solve Negri political crisis, says Khairy
- Date posted
- 8 days ago
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- Khairy Jamaluddin suggests that the political uncertainty in Negri Sembilan can be resolved through a formal vote in the state assembly.
Speaking to reporters after Umno's 80th anniversary celebration on Saturday (May 2), the former Rembau MP said the most appropriate mechanism would be a vote of confidence or no confidence.
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- Today's youth will lead Umno to its 100th anniversary, says Zahid
- Date posted
- 9 days ago
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- Umno president Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said the party’s future beyond its 100th anniversary will depend on how well it empowers today’s youth, who will shape its direction over the next two decades.
Speaking at Umno’s 80th anniversary celebration on Saturday (May 2), he stressed the importance of harmony between generations, with elders guiding the young while respecting their role in the party’s future.
Zahid also outlined his vision for a future Malay generation defined by strong faith, identity, innovation and unity, while expressing hope to witness Umno’s centenary celebrations alongside today’s youth.
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- Umno seeks broader role as ‘integrated platform’ under Rumah Bangsa concept, says Khaled
- Date posted
- 9 days ago
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- Umno is seeking to reposition itself as a central political and intellectual platform through its “Rumah Bangsa” initiative.
Speaking at the party’s 80th anniversary on Saturday (May 2), vice-president Datuk Seri Mohamed Khaled Nordin said the initiative reflects Umno’s renewed vision to move beyond being a conventional political party and instead function as a broader national institution.
Khaled, who chairs the Rumah Bangsa Committee, said the concept aims to strengthen Umno’s role as a stabilising force and create an open space for engagement with not only members but also professionals, youth, non-governmental organisations and intellectuals.
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- I’m nobody’s chess pawn, says Akmal
- Date posted
- 9 days ago
- Description
- Umno Youth chief Datuk Dr Muhamad Akmal Saleh has fired back at claims he is a “chess pawn” of senior party leaders, declaring he answers to no one but Umno.
This follows remarks by Kedah Mentri Besar Datuk Seri Muhammad Sanusi Md Nor, who reportedly said that Akmal is a chess pawn of Umno president Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi.
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- Akmal dares Pakatan allies to sack all Umno leaders
- Date posted
- 9 days ago
- Description
- Umno Youth chief Datuk Dr Muhamad Akmal Saleh has issued a bold challenge to allies within Pakatan Harapan, daring them to dismiss all Umno representatives from government positions if they are serious about confronting the party.
Speaking at the Umno 80th anniversary celebration on Saturday (May 2), Akmal said recent calls by Pakatan-linked figures to sideline certain Umno leaders suggested attempts to pressure or selectively target the party.
He stressed that Umno would not compromise its core values under political pressure, describing it as a resilient party that has survived decades of challenges through its principles.
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- Woman jumps from moving car in Klang over safety fears
- Date posted
- 9 days ago
- Description
- A woman was injured after jumping out of a moving p-hailing car in Taman Eng Ann, Klang, reportedly due to feeling uncomfortable during the ride.
Police are investigating the incident under Section 336 of the Penal Code and are trying to locate the passenger involved.
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- Blaze destroys 11 shoplots in Ranau
- Date posted
- 9 days ago
- Description
- A row of shoplots was destroyed in a fire at Kampung Timbua in Ranau District, Sabah, on Friday (May 1) evening.
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- 31 activists injured during Israeli interception of Gaza-bound aid flotilla: Global Sumud
- Date posted
- 9 days ago
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- At least 31 activists were injured after Israeli forces intercepted the Gaza-bound Global Sumud flotilla in international waters near the Greek island of Crete.
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