Don’t be influenced by Raya speculations, Muslims told
MUSLIMS in the country are advised not to be influenced by the news that the first day of Syawal in some foreign countries will fall on Friday (April 21). Perak deputy mufti Zamri Hashim said the date of Aidilfitri in Malaysia would be decided based on Ikmanur Rukyah (possibility of sighting the Syawal new moon) […]
Renters despair over cut-throat London market
WITH soaring rent prices and cut-throat competition, Cyndi Cheng, 34, thought she would never find a place to rent in London after moving from Hong Kong earlier this year. Her disillusionment is shared by many who have had to act fast and bid high to secure a home in a competitive rental market fuelled by […]
Salauhuddin asks people to avoid panic buying
THE government has reiterated that there are adequate food supplies to last throughout the Hari Raya festive period. Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Minister Salahuddin Ayub said members of the public need not worry because enforcement agencies are constantly monitoring the supply of raw goods, such as chicken, eggs and vegetables.
Avoid panic buying, food supply sufficient for Raya, says Salahuddin
KOTA BARU: The government has given an assurance to the people that there is sufficient food supply throughout the Hari Raya Aidilfitri festive period. Read full story
Sivakumar gives statement to MACC
PUTRAJAYA: Human Resources Minister V. Sivakumar was present at the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) headquarters here to give his statement following the arrests of several of his officers in connection with a case involving the recruitment of foreign workers. Read full story
Villagers in Bachok facing health problems due to peat fires
BACHOK: Peat fires in and around Kampung Beris Lalang and Kampung Beoh here for the past three weeks have caused numerous health concerns among the local community. Read full story
Fireworks after midnight: Action can be taken if it disrupts public peace, say cops
PETALING JAYA: Action can be taken against those playing fireworks after midnight if it disrupts public peace, say police. Read full story
'Bubur Lambuk Che Minah Sayang', a special treat for Penor prison inmates
KUANTAN: Raja Permaisuri Agong Tunku Azizah Aminah Maimunah Iskandariah made bubur lambuk as the special dish to be distributed to the inmates of the Penor prison as part of their breaking of the fast menu on Sunday (April 16). Read full story
MOF wants full report on Labuan’s economic issues
THE Finance Ministry (MOF) has requested the Labuan Chamber of Commerce (LCC) to come up with a full report on Labuan’s economic issues and challenges for immediate attention. Deputy Finance Minister II Steven Sim said the report was needed for a thorough study and to find solutions.
China, Ukraine headline as G7 foreign ministers meet
THE G7’s top diplomats arrived in the Japanese resort town of Karuizawa today for talks set to be dominated by twin crises: China’s growing pressure on Taiwan, and Russia’s war in Ukraine. There will be no shortage of diplomatic and security challenges to discuss for the foreign ministers, but recent regional events are likely to […]