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MACC estimates RM277bil lost to public funds graft since 2019

PETALING JAYA: Malaysia is estimated to have lost some RM277bil over the past six years due to graft involving public funds, according to statistics from the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC).

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Two 4WDs collide in Kulai, one dies

KULAI: A passenger in a four-wheel drive (4WD) vehicle died at a hospital here while receiving treatment, after the vehicle collided with another 4WD.

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Cops nab man for allegedly forcing son to shoplift repeatedly

JEMPOL: Police have detained a 34-year-old man for allegedly forcing his 10-year-old son to shoplift on several occasions.

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Zahid urged Akmal to reconsider quitting, says delegate

KUALA LUMPUR: Umno president Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has urged Umno Youth Chief Datuk Dr Muhamad Akmal Saleh to reconsider his decision to quit, according to a party delegate.

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No decision yet on Umno going solo for 16th GE, says supreme council member

KUALA LUMPUR: The decision on whether Umno will go solo or continue cooperating with others will be known before the 16th general election, says Umno supreme council member Datuk Seri Ahmad Said.

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'No oil here!': US Embassy post draws humour from Malaysians

PETALING JAYA: A post by The United States Embassy in Kuala Lumpur led to joking quips and comments by Malaysians who made it clear the country "has no oil" for the Americans.

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Umno must shift priority, focus on itself to remain united, says party veep

KUALA LUMPUR: Umno must shift its priority to focus on itself before the party can better instil the public's confidence.

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FMT apologises after reporter's racially charged question

PETALING JAYA: Free Malaysia Today (FMT) has issued an apology after one of its reporters posed a question during a public lecture that was believed to have carried racial overtones.

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Syariah officer, syarie lawyer remanded in 'hibah' bribery probe

KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) Johor has remanded a syariah officer and a syarie lawyer on suspicion of soliciting and accepting about RM91,000 in bribes for issuing a hibah (gift) confirmation order to facilitate property ownership transfer.

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Use Pongal to strengthen unity, says Ramanan

PETALING JAYA: Use the Pongal celebration as an opportunity to strengthen unity in diversity, says Datuk Seri Ramanan Ramakrishnan.

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PM calls for immediate, thorough probe in Help University blast

KUALA LUMPUR: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has called for an immediate and comprehensive investigation into an air-conditioning gas explosion at Help University in the capital last Monday (Jan 12).

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No hint of tension between Zahid, Akmal, says Nurul Hidayah

KUALA LUMPUR: There was no hint of sulking or tension between Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi and Datuk Dr Muhamad Akmal Saleh, says Datuk Nurul Hidayah.

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Umno president to discuss Muafakat Nasional, Youth convention at AGM

KUALA LUMPUR: Issues related to Muafakat Nasional will be among the topics touched on by Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi in his policy speech at the Umno Annual General Assembly, says an Umno supreme council member.

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Fuel prices Jan 15-21: Unsubsidised RON95, RON97 petrol down two and three sen respectively

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 14 (Bernama) -- The retail prices of non-subsidised RON95 and RON97 petrol nationwide will decrease by two sen and three sen respectively, to RM2.52 and RM3.08 per litre from Jan 15 to 21.

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Govt agrees in principle to amend PAA, says Fahmi

PUTRAJAYA: The government has agreed in principle to amend the Peaceful Assembly Act (PAA), says Datuk Fahmi Fadzil.

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MACC remands another six cops for protecting illegal businesses

GEORGE TOWN: A retired policeman is one of six policemen remanded on suspicion of soliciting and accepting about RM117,000 in bribes to turn a blind eye to two company owners operating illegal entertainment outlets, massage parlours and gambling operations.

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It's 'dingin' in Dungun! Residents brave unusually cold weather

DUNGUN: Residents in the district, particularly in rural areas, have been experiencing unusually cold temperatures in the early morning over the past few days.

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PM Anwar wishes Happy Ponggal, calls for harmony and unity

KUALA LUMPUR: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim urged all communities in Malaysia to uphold mutual understanding and respect as a foundation for national harmony and unity.

Sabah & Sarawak

Calls to reconsider GLC post for ex-rep facing graft case

KOTA KINABALU: The state government has been asked to reconsider the appointment of former assemblyman Dr Yusof Yacob as chairman of a government-linked company (GLC).

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Cops hunting man posing as police officer in alleged molest, assault case

KUALA LUMPUR: A woman was allegedly molested and assaulted by a man impersonating a police officer in an incident here.