KUALA LUMPUR: Dr Muhamad Akmal Saleh has pledged to heed His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia’s decree to embrace peace, harmony and preserve the sanctity of Islam. Read full story
Raya rush: Balik kampung exodus in full swing, major highways congested
KUALA LUMPUR: Traffic flow on the main highways exiting the Klang Valley was congested this afternoon as many city folks began leaving for their hometowns to celebrate Hari Raya Aidilfitri, besides taking advantage of the free toll on all highways until 11.59pm on Tuesday (April 9). Read full story
MMEA disrupts illegal fuel transfer in Tawau, nabs six
KOTA KINABALU: Maritime officials detained six people and seized a tugboat as well as a tanker lorry during a pre-dawn operation in Tawau on Tuesday (April 9). Read full story
Govt urged to set up special task force to defuse religious issues
KUALA LUMPUR: The government has been urged to set up a special task force to promptly deal with religious issues to prevent it from escalating, says Datuk Seri Dr Wee Jeck Seng. Read full story
Sarawak Christian community wish Selamat Hari Raya to all Muslims in Malaysia
KUCHING: Sarawak’s Christian community has extended Hari Raya greetings to Muslims in Malaysia who will be celebrating Aidilfitri. Read full story
Young woman biker killed after run over by trailer in Klang
SHAH ALAM: A young woman was killed in a horrific accident after the motorcycle she was riding on was hit and run over by a trailer in an incident at about 1pm on Tuesday afternoon at Jalan Klang Utama in Klang. Read full story
Appeals Court rules KL hotel liable for drowning of Chinese tourist
PUTRAJAYA: The Court of Appeal has ruled that a five-star hotel in Kuala Lumpur is liable for the death of a Chinese national at its swimming pool seven years ago. Read full story
Sabah to prosecute offenders for pollution
KOTA KINABALU: A total of 83 citations have been issued by the Sabah Environment Department for failure to comply with environmental laws. Read full story
Selangor Sultan conveys condolences to sister Enda Ryan's family
SHAH ALAM: The Sultan of Selangor, Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah, has extended his condolences to the family of Datin Paduka Sister Enda Ryan, the founder of Assunta all-girls schools, who died last Sunday at the age of 96. Read full story
Sarawak to boost sustainability image as 'Asia's Renewable Powerhouse', says Abang Jo
KUCHING: Sarawak aims to boost its presence in global efforts towards sustainability by branding the state as “Asia’s Renewable Powerhouse,” says Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg. Read full story