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Online gambling syndicate for foreigners busted in KL

KUALA LUMPUR: An online gambling syndicate catering to foreigners, was dismantled with the arrest of 19 foreigners in an operation in the city.

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Two men detained over fatal shooting in Nibong Tebal

NIBONG TEBAL: Police have arrested two men to assist in investigations into the fatal shooting of a man believed to be the owner of a car wash in front of the premises along Jalan Besar Permatang Keling here last Saturday (Jan 16).

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MH370 search records 7,236 sq km with no significant findings so far

KUALA LUMPUR: The latest phase of the MH370 seabed search in the Southern Indian Ocean has achieved substantial survey coverage, with no significant discovery or conclusive finding identified to date.

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Judiciary sets up dedicated High Court for corruption cases

KUALA LUMPUR: The judiciary has set up a Special Corruption High Court to hear corruption cases and appeals from Special Corruption Sessions Courts, initially at the Kuala Lumpur High Court.

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Thai police seeking Malaysia’s cooperation in hunt for suspected drug dealer

PASIR MAS: Thai police are seeking the cooperation of local authorities to obtain further information on a Malaysian woman, believed to be a drug dealer, who is suspected of fleeing to Thailand, following the seizure of marijuana worth RM1.82mil by Malaysian police early this month.

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Boy dies choking on rambutan seed

PETALING JAYA: A five-year-old boy has died after choking on a rambutan seed at a house in Kemaman, Terengganu on Monday (Jan 19).

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Female cop and brother remanded over alleged RM30,000 bribery

KUANTAN: The Pahang Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) has secured a remand order for a female police officer who holds the rank of Inspector and her younger brother for allegedly soliciting and receiving bribes totalling about RM30,000.

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IJM Corporation denies scrutiny from UK fraud office

PETALING JAYA: IJM Corporation Berhad has dismissed reports suggesting it is linked to an investigation by the United Kingdom's Serious Fraud Office (SFO), describing such claims as inaccurate.

Sabah & Sarawak

Early voter turnout of 93% for Kinabatangan, Lamag by-elections, says EC

KINABATANGAN: A total of 93% or 176 police personnel have fulfilled their responsibilities as early voters for the Kinabatangan parliamentary and Lamag state by-elections.

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Defence Ministry announces four senior Armed Forces appointments

KUALA LUMPUR: The Defence Ministry has announced the appointment of four senior Malaysian Armed Forces (MAF) officers, including Malaysian Institute of Defence and Security (MiDAS) chief executive Lieutenant General Datuk Seri Muhammad Huzaimi Sabri, as the new MAF Headquarters Chief of Staff.

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EAIC briefs King on efforts to improve governance

KUALA LUMPUR: His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia, has granted an audience to Enforcement Agency Integrity Commission (EAIC) chairman Tan Sri Dr Ismail Bakar at Istana Negara on Tuesday (Jan 20).

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NUJM takes GLC official to task over alleged intimidation

PETALING JAYA: The National Union of Journalists Peninsular Malaysia (NUJM) has condemned the actions of an official from a government-linked company who reportedly intimidated a reporter during an event recently.

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Arrest of journalist 'went beyond the necessary', says G25

PETALING JAYA: A non-criminal and proportionate mechanism should be given priority when dealing with matters involving speech and expression, especially if it concerns journalists, says G25 Malaysia.

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Regular M’sians still struggling despite glowing economic figures, says Opposition leader

KUALA LUMPUR: Despite recent economic figures indicating positive growth, Opposition leader Datuk Seri Hamzah Zainudin questioned whether this truly reflected in the lives of regular Malaysians.

Sabah & Sarawak

Nearly RM1mil worth of drugs seized by Sibu police in 2025

SIBU: Police here have achieved a major victory against drug trafficking and abuse in 2025, with operations netting RM924,764 in seizures.

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Barring PM from holding finance portfolio more important than two-term limit, says Opposition leader

KUALA LUMPUR: Barring a prime minister from holding the finance ministry portfolio should be prioritised over imposing a two-term limit, says Datuk Seri Hamzah Zainudin.

Sabah & Sarawak

King’s message on MA63 spirit clear and timely, says Sabah STAR

KOTA KINABALU: Sabah STAR has voiced strong support for His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia's royal address, describing his reminder on the spirit of the Malaysia Agreement 1963 (MA63) as "clear and timely".

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Steven Sim outlines ABCD pillars as new Entrepreneur Development and Cooperatives Minister

KUALA LUMPUR: Newly appointed Entrepreneur Development and Cooperatives Minister Steven Sim Chee Keong has outlined his ABCD pillars to strengthen the competitiveness of local businesses.

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New year, new injury: More 'weekend warriors' getting hurt as sports activity picks up

KUALA LUMPUR: Sports-related injuries among so-called 'weekend warriors', individuals who engage in sports sporadically without consistent training, are noticeably on the rise, particularly at the start of the year, as many return to physical activity without adequate preparation.

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Senior citizen fined RM40,000 for diesel misappropriation

KLUANG: A 60-year-old man has been fined RM40,000 by the Sessions Court here after pleading guilty to diesel misappropriation.