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Over 4,000 jobs expected from 27 approved data centre projects
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- Over 4,000 jobs expected from 27 approved data centre projects
- Runtime
- 3:44
- Date posted
- 13 days ago
- Description
- A total of 4,053 jobs are expected to be created through 27 approved data centre projects in Malaysia, with Malaysians projected to fill nearly 90% of high-skilled positions, says Gobind Singh Deo.
The Digital Minister said 3,523 positions would involve high-skilled roles, including electrical and mechanical engineering, networking, cybersecurity, as well as data centre operations and maintenance.
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- Melaka polls: MCA to contest Machap Jaya, Klebang
- Runtime
- 2:53
- Date posted
- 13 days ago
- Description
- MCA will contest two seats in the Melaka state election, with the party saying it has received assurances that Chinese representation in a future Barisan Nasional-led state government will not be sidelined.
MCA president Datuk Seri Dr Wee Ka Siong said the party’s presidential council decided to take part in the Nov 14 polls following discussions with Barisan chairman Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi.
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- Cabinet to consider one-off aid for families of missing flood victims
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- 3:53
- Date posted
- 13 days ago
- Description
- A proposal for one-off federal humanitarian assistance for 54 families of Malaysians missing in the Nepal-Tibet flash floods will be brought to the Cabinet for consideration, says Malaysia Solidarity: Families in Hope (Masfih).
Masfih spokesman Dr Manivannan Rethinam said Human Resources Minister Datuk Seri R. Ramanan assured the families that the proposal would be brought up in the meeting on Thursday (Oct 28).
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- Chegubard jailed four months for defaming King
- Runtime
- 1:30
- Date posted
- 13 days ago
- Description
- Former Port Dickson Bersatu chief Badrul Hisham Shaharin, known as Chegubard, has been sentenced to four months’ jail by the Kuala Lumpur Sessions Court for making a defamatory statement that could harm the reputation of His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia.
The sentence was stayed pending an appeal to the High Court, and bail was increased to RM15,000.
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- Haze: No evidence linking M'sian firms to Kalimantan fires, says Arthur
- Runtime
- 3:44
- Date posted
- 13 days ago
- Description
- There is no conclusive evidence that Malaysian-linked plantation companies were responsible for forest and land fires in Indonesia, following allegations involving 21 companies, says Datuk Seri Arthur Joseph Kurup.
The Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability Minister said his ministry, together with the Plantation and Commodities Ministry, had looked into the matter.
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- Malaysia, Singapore conduct RTS Link emergency response exercise
- Runtime
- 1:47
- Date posted
- 13 days ago
- Description
- Malaysia and Singapore have completed a joint cross-border emergency response exercise to prepare for the opening of the Rapid Transit System (RTS) Link.
Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail and Singapore Second Minister for Foreign Affairs Sim Ann reaffirmed both governments' commitment to safeguarding the security and resilience of the link, which connects Johor Baru and Singapore by rail.
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- Here are the top 3 #StatePolls2026 stories for Oct 28
- Runtime
- 0:31
- Date posted
- 13 days ago
- Description
- Stay up to date with our daily 2026 state polls coverage at elections.thestar.com.my or https://www.thestar.com.my/tag/State+Polls+2026
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- Painter pleads guilty to seven charges over drug-driving crash in Kuala Pilah
- Runtime
- 1:43
- Date posted
- 13 days ago
- Description
- A 39-year-old painter, Yap Kian Wai, has pleaded guilty at the Kuala Pilah Magistrate’s Court to seven charges, including driving under the influence of methamphetamine and injuring four people on Oct 22.
He also admitted drug charges including possessing nimetazepam and ketamine.
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- Asean must strengthen disaster response capabilities, says Khaled
- Runtime
- 2:36
- Date posted
- 13 days ago
- Description
- Asean must strengthen its regional disaster response capabilities, improve coordination and ensure its armed forces are ready to respond swiftly and effectively, says Defence Minister Datuk Seri Mohamed Khaled Nordin.
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- Negri Ruler formally removes disputed chiefs by gazetted decree
- Runtime
- 1:41
- Date posted
- 13 days ago
- Description
- State gazettes dated Oct 23 have formalised the removal of former Undang of Sungei Ujong Datuk Mubarak Dohak and former Undang of Jelebu Datuk Maarof Mat Rashad, following a decree by Negri Sembilan Yang di-Pertuan Besar Tuanku Muhriz Tuanku Munawir.
The removal of former Dato’ Shahbandar Datuk Seri Badarudin Abdul Khalid was also gazetted.
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- Flight attendant charged with murdering company supervisor
- Runtime
- 1:15
- Date posted
- 13 days ago
- Description
- A flight attendant who was previously brought to the Kuala Lumpur court for driving under the influence of alcohol was charged on Wednesday (Oct 28) with the murder of a maintenance company supervisor.
Mohd Iman Nafiz Fong Mohd Sabirin, 26, nodded after the charge was read out before Magistrate MS Arunjothy.
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- Court to rule on Oct 28 in lawsuit over California voter rolls, says US judge
- Runtime
- 3:55
- Date posted
- 13 days ago
- Description
- A federal judge said he would issue a ruling on Oct 28 on the US Justice Department's emergency request to block California from counting mail ballots for the Nov 3 midterm elections cast by some 20,000 alleged non-citizens.
US District Judge David Carter informed lawyers from both sides of his timeline at the end of a three-hour court hearing in Los Angeles on Oct 27.
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- Almost RM15bil approved for 131 school construction projects since 2023
- Runtime
- 3:10
- Date posted
- 13 days ago
- Description
- Nearly RM15bil has been approved for the construction of new schools to replace ageing ones as the government steps up efforts to bridge gaps in education infrastructure, particularly in Sabah and Sarawak, says Datuk Seri Fadhlina Sidek.
The Education Minister said 131 new and replacement school projects, costing a total of RM14.789bil, have been approved from 2023 to 2027.
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- Ipoh High Court jails senior cop over 2023 death of student Muhammad Zaharif
- Runtime
- 1:40
- Date posted
- 13 days ago
- Description
- Deputy Superintendent Mohd Nazri Abdul Razak has been sentenced to seven years and six months’ jail by the Ipoh High Court after pleading guilty to an amended charge of causing the death of 17-year-old student Muhammad Zaharif Affendi Muhd Zamrie in 2023.
He was also ordered to pay RM50,000 in compensation to the victim’s father, failing which he will serve an additional year.
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- Police arrest 58 call centre operators in online scam crackdown
- Runtime
- 3:05
- Date posted
- 13 days ago
- Description
- Police arrested 58 individuals and busted an online scam syndicate operating through call centres in nine raids across Selangor over a week from Oct 20.
Selangor police chief Comm Datuk Shazeli Kahar said those arrested, aged between 20 and 50, allegedly worked as customer service operators involved in various online scams, including stock investment fraud, love scams and fake job offers.
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- Suspect posing as Selangor Raja Muda’s aide held in Johor Baru
- Runtime
- 2:30
- Date posted
- 13 days ago
- Description
- A man suspected of impersonating the Raja Muda of Selangor’s aide-de-camp to cheat victims of RM960,020 in house and vehicle deals was arrested in Johor Baru on Tuesday (Oct 27).
Selangor police chief Comm Datuk Shazeli Kahar said the suspect is linked to fraud cases in six states, while two acquaintances suspected of helping to hide him were also arrested.
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- Any action on AKPS chief requires AGC advice and King’s consent: IGP
- Runtime
- 2:33
- Date posted
- 13 days ago
- Description
- Any decision on the position of Malaysian Border Control and Protection Agency (AKPS) director-general Datuk Seri Mohd Shuhaily Mohd Zain will be submitted to the Yang di-Pertuan Agong after consultation with the Attorney-General’s Chambers, said IGP Tan Sri Mohd Khalid Ismail on Wednesday (Oct 28).
Mohd Shuhaily, a seconded police officer, has pleaded not guilty to two charges of causing hurt to police personnel.
The Home Ministry said his service matters are being finalised.
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- Former GLC executive pleads not guilty to nine false document charges
- Runtime
- 1:48
- Date posted
- 13 days ago
- Description
- A former senior executive of a government-linked company pleaded not guilty at the Shah Alam Sessions Court on Wednesday (Oct 28) to nine charges of using falsified documents to obtain advances and claims totalling RM15,288 between 2022 and 2023.
Mohd Nizam Ibrahim, 50, was accused of presenting fake company quotations and cash payment receipts as genuine to obtain the payments from an industry and technology research organisation.
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- AKPS nabs couple with nearly RM3mil in undeclared cash
- Runtime
- 1:43
- Date posted
- 13 days ago
- Description
- A husband and wife have been arrested at the Causeway checkpoint in Johor Baru for allegedly carrying nearly RM3mil in undeclared cash.
Malaysian Border Control and Protection Agency (AKPS) Deputy director-general (operations) Senior Asst Comm Datuk Mohd Nasaruddin M. Nasir said the couple, aged 42 and 41, were detained at the Bangunan Sultan Iskandar (BSI) Customs, Immigration and Quarantine Complex at 11.40am on Tuesday (Oct 27).
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- Further 1MDB recoveries will not erase billions in losses, says Amir Hamzah
- Runtime
- 5:16
- Date posted
- 13 days ago
- Description
- Malaysia will still be left with billions of ringgit in losses from the 1Malaysia Development Bhd (1MDB) scandal, regardless of how much more the government manages to recover, says Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan.
He said further asset recoveries would not fully offset the financial losses suffered by the country, while the damage to investor confidence following revelations of the scandal also remained a concern.
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- Cyclone Arnab leaves trail of destruction along India's east coast, 180,000 evacuated
- Runtime
- 2:29
- Date posted
- 13 days ago
- Description
- Trees crashed onto highways, electricity poles were uprooted and thousands took shelter against Arnab, a powerful cyclone which made landfall on India's east coast on Wednesday (Oct 28), authorities said.
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- Nearly 21,700 Budi Diesel transfer applications approved, Dewan Rakyat told
- Runtime
- 4:51
- Date posted
- 13 days ago
- Description
- Nearly 21,700 applications to transfer Budi Madani Diesel (Budi Diesel) entitlements had been approved as of Tuesday (Oct 27), says Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan.
He said 12,160 of the approved applications were from Sabah, Sarawak and Labuan.
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- “Bomba” car in viral video not ours, says Kedah JBPM
- Runtime
- 1:40
- Date posted
- 13 days ago
- Description
- The Kedah Fire and Rescue Department (JBPM) has clarified that a private vehicle bearing the word “Bomba” and fitted with a beacon light is neither an official department vehicle nor owned by any Volunteer Fire Brigade in the state.
The vehicle went viral after a five-second clip allegedly showed it nearly colliding with other vehicles after running a red light in Sungai Petani.
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- Thousands rally outside Portugal's parliament over housing crisis, police operations
- Runtime
- 1:34
- Date posted
- 13 days ago
- Description
- Thousands of people rallied outside Portugal’s parliament in Lisbon on Tuesday (Oct 27) to protest against the country’s housing crisis and recent police operations targeting housing activists, as lawmakers debated the government’s proposed 2027 budget.
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- S3EP9 – Living in the digital economy: Balancing convenience and consumer safety | Life & the City
- Runtime
- 44:51
- Date posted
- 13 days ago
- Description
- THINKING you can spot a scam from a mile away? Think again.
As online scams become increasingly sophisticated, even savvy consumers can fall victim.
But when things go wrong, should the burden of protection fall entirely on consumers — or should service providers and online platforms be held accountable too?
In Episode 9 of the Life & The City podcast, host Farid Wahab sits down with Muhammad Sha’ani Abdullah, honorary secretary of myDigitalConsumer, to examine the growing challenges of consumer safety in the digital economy.
A veteran consumer advocate and former deputy president of the Federation of Malaysian Consumers Associations and commissioner of the Human Rights Commission of Malaysia, Sha’ani discusses why scams are so convincing, what happens to victims and where the system falls short.
The duo also tackle the thorny question of corporate responsibility, including whether banks, social media platforms and online...
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- Melaka polls: BN-MCA seat talks went well, says Ab Rauf
- Runtime
- 1:03
- Date posted
- 13 days ago
- Description
- Talks over seat allocations for the Melaka polls between Barisan Nasional and MCA have taken a turn for the better, says Datuk Seri Ab Rauf Yusoh.
The Melaka Barisan chairman said the earlier impasse between the coalition and the component party had been resolved but declined to disclose what was discussed or if an agreement had been reached.
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- Event Highlights | Star Karnival Cuti-Cuti Malaysia 2026 @Sunway Pyramid (23-25 Oct 2026)
- Runtime
- 2:02
- Date posted
- 13 days ago
- Description
- Relive the best moments from Star Karnival Cuti-Cuti Malaysia 2026 in KL!
From exclusive travel deals and exciting stage performances to fun games, lucky draws, and family-friendly activities, here's a look back at the unforgettable travel carnival held at Sunway Pyramid in Sunway City, KL from 23 to 25 October 2026.
Thank you to everyone who joined us! We look forward to seeing you at the next Star Karnival Cuti-Cuti Malaysia at Plaza Merdeka, Kuching (30 October - 1 November 2026).
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- Cable theft suspects arrested after fleeing police against traffic in Iskandar Puteri
- Runtime
- 1:35
- Date posted
- 13 days ago
- Description
- Three men, including two Filipinos, were arrested after a car chase in Iskandar Puteri, Johor, in the early hours of Tuesday (Oct 27).
Iskandar Puteri OCPD Asst Comm Radin Ramlan Radin Taha said a patrol unit spotted the suspects’ car behaving suspiciously along Jalan Persiaran SILC in Gelang Patah at about 2.30am.
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- MMEA to probe fatal boat collision off Perlis
- Runtime
- 1:33
- Date posted
- 13 days ago
- Description
- The Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency (MMEA) will conduct an internal investigation into a boat collision that claimed the life of one of its personnel in waters off Perlis on Monday (Oct 26).
MMEA Deputy Director-General (Operations) Maritime Vice-Admiral Mohd Zawawi Abdullah said the investigation would focus on identifying weaknesses and determining whether the agency’s standard operating procedures (SOPs) needed improvement to prevent similar incidents.
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- Eight inmates killed, 10 injured in Ecuador prison riots
- Runtime
- 1:06
- Date posted
- 13 days ago
- Description
- At least eight inmates died and ten were injured on Thursday (Oct 22) during riots at two prisons in Ecuador.
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- The gallery that connects art, people and ideas
- Runtime
- 1:09
- Date posted
- 13 days ago
- Description
- What began as a temporary space for the National Art Gallery’s collection would soon become home to Malaysia’s contemporary art scene.
Since 1992, GALERI PETRONAS has been more than a space for art. It has been a catalyst for artistic progress, where art moves, people connect, and new possibilities take shape. But how did it all begin?
And what did it mean to the artists who were part of its journey?
Hear the stories behind the art, the people and the legacy.
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- Paya Terubong landslide: Developer, landowner must take responsibility, says CM
- Runtime
- 2:23
- Date posted
- 14 days ago
- Description
- The landowner and developer of a condominium and road construction project on a hillside near the landslide site in Taman Seri Rambai, Paya Terubong, must take responsibility and ensure the safety of the affected area, says Penang Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow.
He said the parties involved must be held accountable, particularly as the landslide, which claimed the life of a doctor, occurred on land owned by the developer.
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- High Court to hear PN's judicial review on ROS suspension order on Dec 7
- Runtime
- 1:53
- Date posted
- 14 days ago
- Description
- The Kuala Lumpur High Court has fixed Dec 7 to hear Perikatan Nasional's judicial review application challenging the Registrar of Societies' (ROS) order suspending the coalition's activities.
Lawyer Muhammad Rafique Rashid Ali confirmed the date following an online e-Review proceeding.
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- Motorcyclist, son thrown off bike in flash floods near i-City
- Runtime
- 0:48
- Date posted
- 14 days ago
- Description
- A motorcyclist and his son were thrown off their motorcycle while riding through flash floods under the flyover near i-City in Shah Alam on Tuesday (Oct 27) evening.
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- KESUMA distributes 22,000 food baskets to needy Indian families for Deepavali
- Runtime
- 3:30
- Date posted
- 14 days ago
- Description
- The Ministry of Human Resources (KESUMA) is distributing food baskets to 22,000 needy Indian families nationwide for the Deepavali celebration on Nov 8.
Human Resources Minister Datuk Seri R. Ramanan said the initiative, under the Madani Daily Essentials Contribution Programme, aims to ease families' financial burden as they prepare to celebrate the Festival of Lights.
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- Cable theft penalties to be increased under proposed amendments, Parliament told
- Runtime
- 1:41
- Date posted
- 14 days ago
- Description
- The Transport Ministry is amending the Land Public Transport Act to increase penalties for cable theft, says Anthony Loke.
The Transport Minister said cable theft was a major problem that had been discussed repeatedly with the Home Ministry and other parties.
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- Here are the top 3 #StatePolls2026 stories for Oct 27
- Runtime
- 0:31
- Date posted
- 14 days ago
- Description
- Stay up to date with our daily 2026 state polls coverage at elections.thestar.com.my or https://www.thestar.com.my/tag/State+Polls+2026
- Title
- Saifuddin: No attempt to cover up custodial death, probe now under CID
- Runtime
- 6:40
- Date posted
- 14 days ago
- Description
- Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail says the death of detainee Noorizwan Zulkefly in custody earlier this month is being investigated under the Penal Code.
He assured the Dewan Rakyat on Tuesday (Oct 27) that there would be no attempt to cover up the case.
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- Melaka polls: Zahid says MCA talks “positive”, Dr Wee says “premature”
- Runtime
- 2:27
- Date posted
- 14 days ago
- Description
- Barisan Nasional chairman Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi says talks with MCA over Melaka seat allocation produced positive results and that MCA pulling out of the polls does not arise.
However, MCA president Wee Ka Siong says it is premature to call the outcome positive, and the party is yet to decide its position.
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- Detection tech at borders capable but needs constant upgrading, Dewan Rakyat told
- Runtime
- 4:53
- Date posted
- 14 days ago
- Description
- Existing detection technology at the country’s entry points remains capable of curbing smuggling, but must be continuously upgraded to keep pace with changing tactics, says Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail.
He said technology was advancing rapidly and smuggling syndicates were constantly changing their modus operandi.
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- MMEA member dies during pursuit of boat suspected of carrying illegals off Perlis
- Runtime
- 2:48
- Date posted
- 14 days ago
- Description
- A Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency (MMEA) personnel died after a patrol boat was trapped against a concrete structure during a high-speed pursuit of a vessel suspected of transporting undocumented migrants off Perlis.
Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail said the incident occurred while MMEA personnel were carrying out routine border surveillance operations.
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- Planned health commission won't determine pay or create posts, Dewan Rakyat told
- Runtime
- 4:47
- Date posted
- 14 days ago
- Description
- The proposed Health Services Commission will oversee appointments, promotions, transfers and disciplinary matters involving healthcare personnel.
Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad says the creation of new posts and salary structures will remain under the Public Service Department and Finance Ministry.
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- Khalwat probe: Former minister Nik Nazmi records statement with Jais
- Runtime
- 1:26
- Date posted
- 14 days ago
- Description
- Former minister Nik Nazmi Nik Ahmad has provided his statement to the Selangor Islamic Religious Department (Jais) in connection with a khalwat (close proximity) case.
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- Indonesia sends oxygen bus to aid residents choking on forest fire haze
- Runtime
- 1:55
- Date posted
- 14 days ago
- Description
- A bus fitted out with oxygen tanks is providing a sanctuary in a city on Indonesia's Borneo island where people are choking from forest-fire-induced haze and the blazes show no sign of letting up.
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- Negri MB focused on tabling state budget, says he has full support of govt reps
- Runtime
- 1:16
- Date posted
- 14 days ago
- Description
- Negri Sembilan Menteri Besar Datuk Ismail Lasim says he has the undivided support of all 24 government assemblymen and dismissed talk of his resignation as rumours.
He is focused on tabling the state budget on Nov 27, with the Ruler’s consent pending.
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- Two more nabbed over ketamine seizure from tanker off North Sumatra
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- 1:29
- Date posted
- 14 days ago
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- Investigations into the tanker vessel found to be carrying over a tonne of drugs led to the arrest of two men, including the original ship owner.
Bukit Aman Narcotics Crime Investigation Department (NCID) director Comm Datuk Hussein Omar Khan said that following the detention of tanker MT Global 168 by Indonesian police on Oct 20, Malaysian police investigations there led to the arrest of two men in their 40s here.
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- HM in harassment probe lodges report over viral video
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- 1:46
- Date posted
- 14 days ago
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- A 56-year-old principal of a school in Bagan Datuk, who went viral following allegations of sexually harassing a student, has lodged a police report over a video showing him being confronted by the girl's family.
Perak police chief Comm Datuk Mohd Alwi Zainal Abidin said the man lodged the report on Sunday (Oct 25), a day after the victim's family filed one of its own.
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- RM3.28mil financial aid for temples, gurdwaras and churches
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- 4:53
- Date posted
- 14 days ago
- Description
- A total of RM3.28mil in financial assistance allocated to Indian places of worship is aimed at supporting human capital and community development programmes rather than structural maintenance, says Human Resources Minister Datuk Seri R. Ramanan.
He said the assistance, channelled through the Malaysian Indian Transformation Unit (Mitra), would be disbursed under the Harmoni Madani and Dharma Madani programmes.
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- Storm Boelo causes power outages and floods across Britain
- Runtime
- 1:00
- Date posted
- 14 days ago
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- Cleanup operations were under way across parts of Britain on Monday (Oct 26) after Storm Boelo caused flooding, property damage and widespread power outages, while authorities warned of more disruptive weather to come.
The Energy Networks Association (ENA) said about 22,600 properties remained without electricity on Monday afternoon after strong winds and heavy rain battered parts of Scotland and northern England over the weekend.
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- Howl-o-ween spirit takes over New York at Tompkins Square dog parade
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- 1:44
- Date posted
- 14 days ago
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- With Halloween approaching on Saturday (Oct 31), New York dogs have already put their best paws forward at the 36th annual Tompkins Square Halloween Dog Parade.
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