Bring back Labuan’s charm, restore duty-free island status, govt told
KOTA KINABALU: The Kadazandusun Cultural Association (KDCA) has urged the government to restore Labuan’s status as a completely duty-free island. Read full story
Umrah permit applications for Ramadan 1444H now open
KUALA LUMPUR: Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Hajj and Umrah on Wednesday announced that applications for permits to perform the Umrah during Ramadan 1444H are now open. Read full story
Seek expert advice to avoid getting scammed, says Voon
SIBU: The public has been told to seek expert advice before investing in companies to avoid falling prey to scams. Read full story
White Paper beginning of national health system reform, says Dr Zaliha
KUALA LUMPUR: The Health White Paper is the beginning of reforming the Malaysian health system, says Health Minister Dr Zaliha Mustafa. Read full story
Govt seeks to amend laws related to sexual offences against children, says Azalina
KUALA LUMPUR: The government is seeking to make changes to the Sexual Offences Against Children Act 2017 and the Evidence of Child Witness Act 2007 to ensure it gives more protection to child victims, said Datuk Seri Azalina Othman Said. Read full story
Snatch thief pretending to be food delivery rider, accomplice arrested
PETALING JAYA: A snatch thief had been riding around in the guise of a food delivery rider, snatching mobile phones and bags. Read full story
Malaysia attracts RM264.6 billion approved investments in 2022
MALAYSIA’S approved investments amounted to RM264.6 billion last year, with the services sector accounting for the largest share of the pie, followed by the manufacturing and primary sectors. The services sector saw approved investments totalling RM154 billion or 58.2% of the total approved investments for the year.
‘Proud’ Klinsmann vows to reign over Asia as South Korea boss
JURGEN Klinsmann wants to win the Asian Cup after landing in South Korea today to take over the men’s national side. The former Germany, Bayern Munich and United States coach succeeds Paulo Bento, who took the Koreans to the last 16 of the World Cup in Qatar, where they were beaten 4-1 by Brazil.
Johor floods: Additional 1,567 evacuated, 11,818 families still displaced in state
JOHOR BARU: Another 1,567 residents in Batu Pahat have been despatched to temporary flood relief centres (PPS), bringing the total evacuees to 41,543 at noon Wednesday (March 8). Read full story
Respect my privacy, it's a private family matter, says former IGP
KUALA LUMPUR: Former Inspector-General of Police Tan Sri Musa Hassan has asked the public to respect his privacy. Read full story