politics
KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 17 — A Sabah Puteri Umno delegate has called for women to constitute at least 30% of candidates in upcoming elections, citing that women voters outnumber men. "Women voters outnumber men, aren't we ideal election candidates?" the delegate asked during the Umno annual general
crime
KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 17 — Police are searching for a man who allegedly groped a woman on a crowded Light Rail Transit (LRT) train in Kuala Lumpur, according to authorities. The incident occurred on an LRT train, though the exact time and specific line were not disclosed in initial reports. Investigators
crime
JOHOR BARU, Jan 17 — Police are urging the public to provide information about a young child who dangerously crossed a busy road, as part of an ongoing investigation. The incident involved the child crossing the road in a hazardous manner, though specific details on location and time remain undisclosed. Authorities
politics
KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 17 — Former Umno Youth chief Khairy Jamaluddin has not submitted his form to rejoin the party, according to secretary-general Datuk Dr Asyraf Wajdi Dusuki. Asyraf confirmed the status in a statement on Friday. "He has not submitted any form to rejoin Umno," Asyraf said. Khairy
crime
KOTA KINABALU, Jan 17 — Authorities seized over RM635,000 worth of e-cigarettes and arrested 23 suspects in a coordinated crackdown across seven districts in Sabah. The operation targeted illegal e-cigarette activities in multiple locations. Law enforcement agencies conducted simultaneous raids as part of the integrated effort. All 23 individuals are
crime
PETALING JAYA, Jan 17 — Former Free Malaysia Today (FMT) reporter Rex Tan has been released from police custody, according to a statement from Bukit Aman, the federal police headquarters. The release was confirmed by Bukit Aman, which oversees national law enforcement operations in Malaysia. No specific reasons for Tan'
politics
KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 15 — Johor Umno has called for the state election to be held separately from the 16th General Election (GE16), emphasizing the need for the party to rely on its own strength without external political forces. Johor Umno delegate Datuk Abdul Halim Suleiman made the request during the
entertainment
TOKYO, Jan 15 — The third season of the anime series One Punch Man has concluded with widespread criticism for its poor animation and weak production choices, described by some as a low point in the anime industry. Produced by J.C. Staff, the 12-episode season adapts the Monster Association arc
culture
GEORGE TOWN, Jan 15 — The Penang Hindu Endowment Board is implementing a permit system for large kavadis and encouraging early worship to manage crowds and improve safety for the Thaipusam festival on February 1, expected to draw over one million devotees. LWHPP chairman RSN Rayer said the permit system aims
sports
KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 15 — The Football Association of Malaysia (FAM) has taken over the technical aspects of the National Football Development Programme (NFDP), while the National Sports Council (MSN) will continue managing administrative and support functions. The restructuring aims to strengthen Malaysia's football talent development ecosystem through a
sports
KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 15 — The Football Association of Malaysia (FAM) has officially taken over the technical role in the National Football Development Programme (NFDP), while the National Sports Council (NSC) continues athlete management and support services. The move aims to strengthen the national football talent development ecosystem in a more
politics
KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 20 — The first meeting of the Fifth Session of the 15th Parliament began Monday with the Royal Address by Yang di-Pertuan Agong Sultan Ibrahim, focusing on national development and key reforms including a bill to limit the prime minister's term. His Majesty officiated the opening