MEXICO CITY, Sept 20 – When the earthquake hit, it sent panicked people running into the street but many weren’t so lucky. The dust settled minutes later to reveal a landscape of flattened buildings and rubble in the heart of Mexico City. “Awful. I think it was one of the strongest we’ve
KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 20 – There is rising concern that some 14.5 million contributors to the Employees Provident Fund (EPF) may lose out on a steady stream of dividend income if the pension fund sells its 49% stake in highway operator, PLUS Malaysia Bhd. These concerns seem to be gaining momentum
BANGKOK, Sept 20 – There will be closer security cooperation between Malaysia and Thailand with the establishment of a Joint Committee on Security Cooperation, according to a cabinet resolution document released by the Thai government. Both countries are expected to ink the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), paving the way for the establishment
KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 20 – Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Abdul Razak today conveyed his condolences and sympathies to the government of Mexico, the victims and those affected by Tuesday’s earthquake. “Deepest condolences to the government and the people of Mexico affected by the earthquake,” he said in his latest posting on
KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 20 – Malaysia remains firmly committed and accords the highest priority to ending forced labour, modern slavery and human trafficking by 2030, says its Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Anifah Aman. “We have sufficient national laws in this regard, particularly the Penal Code and the Anti-Trafficking in Persons and Anti-Smuggling
SANDAKAN, Sept 20 – The Muslim community in the state was today told to be wary of quarters trying to deviate them from the true teachings of Islam. Sabah Assistant Minister of Local Government and Housing, Datuk Zakaria Mohd Edris, said the irresponsible quarters used various ways and tricks in their attempt
PETALING JAYA, Sept 20 – Vida Beauty CEO Datuk Seri Hasmiza Othman, or more fondly known as Datuk Seri Vida, has spent more than RM1 million on her second music video, in which she bathes in a tub filled with cash and jewellery. The millionaire said she forked out RM180,000 for the
PETALING JAYA, SEPT 20 – Families in Australia, Britain, and New Zealand have shown interest in hiring Malaysians as maids. My Local Maid (MLM), a programme to get Malaysian to work as domestic workers, has gained the attention of prospective employers abroad. Wan Roslan Wan Othman, the founder of MLM, told the
MEXICO CITY, Sept 20 – At least 149 people were killed when a powerful 7.1-magnitude earthquake struck Mexico on Tuesday, including 21 children crushed beneath an elementary school that was reduced to rubble. The destruction revived horrific memories in Mexico on the anniversary of another massive quake in 1985, the disaster-prone country’s
JOHOR BARU, Sept 20 – Public awareness on the prevention of corruption and power abuse is increasing following the rise in the number of informers providing information to the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) lately. MACC Chief Commissioner Tan Sri Dzulkifli Ahmad said the commission found that the information received from time to
UNITED NATIONS, Sept 20 – President Donald Trump warned Tuesday that the United States is ready to “totally destroy” North Korea and vowed to confront Iran’s “murderous regime” over its weapons program. In his first address to leaders gathered at the United Nations General Assembly, Trump warned North Korea not to pursue
MALACCA, Sept 19 – The misuse of social networking sites, such as Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and WeChat, has been identified as one of the reasons for the occurrence of sexual crimes against children. Social Welfare Department (JKM) Children Division principal assistant director Rafidah Abdul Aziz said teenagers between 13 and 15 years
MANILA, Sept 19 – Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi arrived here Tuesday for the 11th Asean Ministerial Meeting on Transnational Crime (AMMTC) and Related Meetings. The Deputy Prime Minister who is heading the Malaysian delegation, arrived at Ninoy Aquino International Airport at 8pm (same time as Malaysia), accompanied by his wife,
PORT DICKSON, Sept 19 – As many as 248 simulator machines and 645 computers used for cyber gambling worth RM1.65 million were disposed of by police today. Negri Sembilan police chief Datuk Noor Azam Jamaludin said the items were seized in police operations from 2006 until now. “Today, we are working together
KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 19 – The four-car monorail trains suspended since last May, will resume operations in stages at the end of this year. Rapid Rail Sdn Bhd chief executive officer, Datuk Zohari Sulaiman said the trains had been suspended to enhance safety features. “We are working hard to ensure that this
BANGI, Sept 19 – The Election Commission (EC) is in the midst of finding a suitable solution to enable registered voters in critical fields and those who usually cannot vote due to work demands, to vote. EC chairman Tan Sri Mohd Hashim Abdullah said the EC would meet with the representatives from
NAYPYIDAW, Sept 19 – Aung San Suu Kyi said Tuesday she does not fear global scrutiny over the Rohingya crisis, pledging to hold rights violators to account and to resettle some of the 410,000 Muslims who have fled army operations in her country. In an address timed to pre-empt likely censure
PUTRAJAYA, Sept 19 – The remand period of four individuals, including a chief executive officer of a corporation with the title “Datuk”, detained for an investigation into alleged embezzlement of government fund, involving nearly RM40 million, has been extended. Three of them, including the Datuk, aged 58, will be on remand
PETALING JAYA, Sept 19 – The Yang di-Pertuan Agong Sultan Muhammad V has won the highest bid for the new Kelantan DDD 2 registration number. State Road Transport Department (RTD) director Mahassan Mustapha said the King also won the bid for several other interesting DDD registration numbers. He said the King won
TOYS ‘R’ Us Inc, the largest U.S. toy store chain, filed for bankruptcy protection late Monday, the latest sign of turmoil in the retail industry that is caught in a viselike grip of online shopping and discount chains. The Chapter 11 filing is among the largest ever by a specialty retailer
