Nation

Umno Supreme Working Council to decide on Bersatu members rejoining party, says Ahmad Maslan

PONTIAN: Applications from members of Bersatu who wish to rejoin Umno must be brought to the Supreme Working Council first, says Ahmad Mazlan.

Sabah & Sarawak

3,685 flee homes as floods worsen in Sabah

KOTA KINABALU: The number of flood victims in Sabah rose to 3,685 people from 1,593 families as of 8am on Saturday (Feb 21), up from 406 people from 124 families from Friday afternoon.

Nation

Border control seizes RM1.9mil in animal products

PETALING JAYA: The Malaysian Border Control and Protection Agency has seized animal-based products worth RM1.9mil that were brought into the country without valid import permits from the Malaysian Quarantine and Inspection Services (Maqis).

Nation

Elderly woman stabbed by daughter with can opener in Johol

KUALA PILAH: An elderly woman was stabbed by her daughter in an incident in Kampung Segineh, Inas, Johol here on Friday (Feb 20).

Nation

Kedah octogenarian keeps his passion for woodwork alive

AGE is no barrier for Md Isa Said who continues to produce and sell woodwork even at the age of 84, Harian Metro reported.

Nation

‘Chartered flight’ experience for tourist on Sichuan Airlines

A TOURIST paid just 200 yuan (RM113) and unexpectedly received "chartered flight" treatment, flying alone from Jiuzhaigou county to Chengdu city in China.

Nation

Designer Jovian Mandagie’s RM5mil bankruptcy appeal dismissed

KUALA LUMPUR: Fashion designer Datuk Jovian Mandagie has failed to reverse his bankruptcy status for defaulting on a RM5mil friendly loan from a construction company.

Nation

Permanent houses for Orang Asli fire victims

JOHOR BARU: Some 143 victims from 40 families affected by a fire at Kampung Orang Asli Teluk Jawa will be temporarily moved to the People's Housing Programme (PPR) at Taman Cendana in Pasir Gudang.

Nation

Cops looking for more than 30 people to assist in probes

PETALING JAYA: Police are looking for more than 30 people to assist in investigations into various offences, including murder, rape, gang robbery, housebreaking, impersonating a public servant and sexual harassment.

Nation

PM and family among Johor eatery’s VIP patrons

JOHOR BARU: Known as the "go-to" place for local delicacies, Sedap Corner has attracted people from all over – including VIPs seeking traditional favourites when in Johor.

Nation

GOF moots demolishing illegal stores

TUMPAT: Illegal stores built along the banks of Sungai Golok in Rantau Panjang ought to be demolished, according to a proposal by the General Operations Force (GOF), Bernama reported.

Nation

RM200mil treatment plant set to boost Seremban water supply 

SEREMBAN: The new Ngoi-Ngoi Phase Two Water Treatment Plant (LRA), costing over RM200mil will strengthen water supply in this district and ensure adequate treated water for future growth, says Datuk Seri Aminuddin Harun.

Nation

MMEA assures transparent probe into personnel misconduct

PUTRAJAYA: Thorough and transparent investigations will be carried out into any violations of rules or laws by officers or personnel, says the Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency (MMEA).

Nation

37 tonnes of e-waste seized at port

PETALING JAYA: An inspection at Westport, Port Klang, uncovered 37 tonnes of electronic waste (e-waste) concealed in two ­shipping containers that had been smuggled into the country using false customs declarations, says the Malaysian Border Control and Protection Agency (AKPS).

Nation

Dr Wee extends best wishes to Muslims as fasting month begins

PETALING JAYA: May the blessed month of Ramadan bring peace and further strengthen the spirit of harmony among Malaysians, says MCA president Datuk Seri Dr Wee Ka Siong.

Nation

Former footballer back in action with ‘air balang’ business

PONTIAN: Last year, former national football player Mohammad Gopi Rizqi Rama Chandra made headlines after revealing he had faced financial difficulties after not receiving his wages for eight months.

Nation

Chow: Tax revised to better align with actual land use

GEORGE TOWN: The multi-thousand-ringgit spike in land taxes in Penang is mostly for lots large enough for building retailing centres or rows of terraced houses, said Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow.

Sabah & Sarawak

Hajiji urges flood victims to prioritise safety

KOTA KINABALU: Flood victims statewide, especially in the worst hit areas of Paitan, Kota Marudu, Pitas and Sandakan, are urged to refrain from taking any risks and to put safety as a priority.

Sabah & Sarawak

Paitan hit hardest by floods 

KOTA KINABALU: Houses, buildings and vehicles were damaged while livestock as well as pets were killed following floods in the interior Paitan district.

Nation

History the basis of unity

KUALA LUMPUR: Feb 20, 1956, according to National Unity Minister Datuk Aaron Ago Dagang (pic), is more than just a date in the nation's history.