Indonesia’s Merapi volcano erupts, covers villages in ash
INDONESIA’S Mount Merapi, one of the world’s most active volcanoes, erupted today, spewing out smoke and ash that blanketed villages near the crater. There were no immediate reports of casualties, the country’s disaster mitigation agency said.
Brazil judge orders Bolsonaro to explain Saudi jewels
A BRAZILIAN judge yesterday ruled that former president Jair Bolsonaro must face questioning over reports he tried to illegally import jewellery worth US$3.2 million (RM14.5 million) gifted to him and his wife by Saudi Arabia. The far-right ex-army captain has faced mounting questions over the October 2021 episode, in which customs officers allegedly seized undeclared […]
EPF-Socso merger not feasible, says employers federation
THE merger of the Employees Provident Fund (EPF) and the Social Security Organisation (Socso) is not a feasible course of action, said the Malaysian Employers Federation (MEF). In a statement today, it said that EPF and Socso were established for two different purposes.
Blackpink concert should not have been held, says PAS MP
GEORGE TOWN: Almost a week since the Blackpink concert was held, it is still causing controversy, with a PAS MP saying it is a bigger threat than religious activities. Read full story
Iran, Saudi Arabia to restore ties in major step for Middle East
REGIONAL powerhouses Iran and Saudi Arabia agreed yesterday to restore ties and reopen diplomatic missions in a surprise, Chinese-brokered announcement that could have wide-ranging implications across the Middle East. In a trilateral statement, Shiite-majority Iran and mainly Sunni Muslim Saudi Arabia said they would reopen embassies and missions within two months and implement security and […]
MOE introduces 18 financial solutions for students in flood-hit areas
THE Education Ministry (MOE) has introduced 18 financial support initiatives specifically for students affected by the flood disaster. Its minister Fadhlina Sidek said the aid could only be given after an application for assistance is received, according to the applicant’s needs.
Treasure hunters’ gems go on display in Denmark
THEY may be derided elsewhere but in Denmark, hobby archaeologists who hunt treasures with metal detectors are such an asset the National Museum has dedicated an entire exhibit to their finds. “What they save now means the world for what we can do in the future and how we can build our museums,” exhibit curator […]
Muhyiddin's prosecution done lawfully, independently, says Comms Minister
JOHOR BARU: The prosecution of former Prime Minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin was done in accordance with the law and independently by the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) and the Attorney General’s Chambers (AGC), says Fahmi Fadzil. Read full story
Umno polls: Merlimau rep Dr Akmal in the lead in race for Youth chief post
KUALA LUMPUR: Merlimau assemblyman Dr Muhamad Akmal Saleh appears to have an early lead in the heated race for the Umno Youth chief post in the Umno polls on Saturday (March 11). Read full story
Respect the copyright of local artists, ask for permission before use, says Comms Minister
JOHOR BARU: The rights of local artists should be respected as they have the copyright to any product that they have created, says Fahmi Fadzil. Read full story