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National service to expand to 20 public universities in 2027

PEKAN: The National Service Training Programme (PLKN) will be expanded to 20 public universities nationwide next year, said Training Department director-general Datuk Ya'cob Samiran.

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View laws as living tapestry shaped by judicial reasoning, says Chief Justice

KUALA LUMPUR: Laws must be viewed as a living tapestry shaped by judicial reasoning, not just as a rigid system of rules and precedents, says Datuk Seri Wan Ahmad Farid Wan Salleh.

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Malaysia and India can be voices of reason amidst geopolitical uncertainty, says Anwar

SERI KEMBANGAN: As uncertainty looms amid heightening geopolitical tensions, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim says Malaysia and India can emerge as neutral voices in the region.

Sabah & Sarawak

Sabah's 'Kongsi Raya' event a celebration of unity, says Hajiji

KOTA KINABALU: A three-day carnival held here ahead of Chinese New Year and Hari Raya Aidilfitri is not merely a combination of festive celebrations but a manifestation of mutual respect, togetherness and affection that has long been part of the way of life for the people of Sabah, says Chief Minister Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor.

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Address issue of illegal houses of worship wisely and tactfully, says Zahid

SEREMBAN: All parties must address the issue of illegal houses of worship wisely and tactfully, says Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi.

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Modi receives grand Malaysian welcome

SERI KEMBANGAN: Prime Minister Narendra Modi received a grand welcome in Malaysia as he began his two-day official visit on Saturday (Feb 7).

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Modi arrives in KL for two-day official visit

SEPANG: Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has arrived for his official two-day visit to Kuala Lumpur on Saturday (Feb 7)

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JB cops nab man 20 minutes after robbery

JOHOR BARU: It took police 20 minutes to arrest a local man after committing a robbery at a goldsmith shop in a shopping complex located along Jalan Skudai near here.

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Mechanic seriously injured while repairing car air-con in Kota Baru

KOTA BARU: A mechanic has been seriously injured when an explosion occurred while he was repairing a car's air-conditioning unit at a workshop near Kampung Air Merbo, Jedok, Tanah Merah.

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Slight rise in abuse of social visit passes, says Saifuddin

ALOR SETAR: The abuse of Social Visit Passes by foreign nationals in the country has shown a slight increase over the past two years, says Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail.

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Anwar and wife to attend MCA open house

KUALA LUMPUR: Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim and his wife Datin Seri Dr Wan Azizah Wan Ismail are expected to attend MCA's Chinese New Year open house here on Feb 17.

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MMEA detains two boats manned by foreigners for illegal fishing

PORT KLANG: The Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency has detained two vessels manned by Myanmar nationals for illegal fishing.

Sabah & Sarawak

Restaurant manager nabbed for hiring Chinese nationals without work permits

KOTA KINABALU: A local woman was arrested for allegedly employing nine Chinese nationals without valid work permits at a restaurant in Labuan.

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PM Anwar condemns Islamabad mosque bombing, extends condolences to Pakistan

PETALING JAYA: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has condemned the bombing at a mosque in Islamabad during Friday (Feb 6) prayers, describing it as an affront to basic humanity and extending Malaysia's condolences to the victims and their families.

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Local fishermen rescue Thai crew after 17 hours adrift in South China Sea

KOTA TINGGI: A 17-hour ordeal for five Thai leisure boat crew members floating in the South China Sea came to an end when they were rescued by local fishermen.

Sabah & Sarawak

New minister names forest protection as top 100-day KPI

KOTA KINABALU: Forest protection operations are among the 100-day Key Performance Indicators (KPI) set by newly appointed Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability Minister Datuk Seri Arthur Joseph Kurup to underscore the urgency of safeguarding the country's biodiversity.

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Social visit pass misuse should be included in task force terms of reference, says Armizan

PAPAR: The Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Ministry has proposed that issues related to the influx of imported goods and the misuse of social visit passes be included in the terms of reference of a special task force led by the Finance Ministry.

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Giant horse sculpture becomes new iconic landmark in Nibong Tebal

NIBONG TEBAL: A giant horse sculpture in a dramatic rearing stance will soon become a new landmark welcoming visitors to Nibong Tebal.

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RM2.4mil foreign currency smuggling bid foiled at KLIA

PETALING JAYA: An attempt by a foreign man to smuggle foreign currencies worth RM2.4mil was foiled when he was arrested by the Malaysian Border Control and Protection Agency (AKPS) at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA), following an inspection operation at the Terminal 1 arrival hall on Friday (Feb 6).

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G25 voices concern over rally on ‘illegal’ houses of worship, urges restraint and safeguards

PETALING JAYA: G25 Malaysia has expressed grave concern over a planned rally over claims of "illegal" houses of worship, warning that oversimplifying the issue could inflame racial and religious tensions.