Nation

MACC nab former statutory body CEO, company chairman over suspicious share transaction

KUALA LUMPUR: A former chief executive officer of a government-linked statutory body and a company chairman have been remanded over alleged involvement in a suspicious share transaction.

Indonesia

Indonesia probes torpedo-like object found in its waters

JAKARTA: The Indonesian navy said Thursday (April 9) it was investigating a torpedo-like object discovered by a fisherman near the Lombok Strait, a key maritime route connecting the Indian and Pacific Oceans.

Banking

Standard Chartered Malaysia reaffirms support for clients amid uncertainty

KUALA LUMPUR: Standard Chartered Malaysia has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting clients facing financial pressures amid ongoing geopolitical and economic uncertainties.

Nation

Penang’s MATTA Fair 2026 moves to PWCC, eyes RM30mil in sales

GEORGE TOWN: This year's Penang edition of the Malaysian Association of Tour and Travel Agents (MATTA) Fair has moved to a new venue and aims to attract 50,000 visitors.

Sabah & Sarawak

Kuching family with eight children warded for tuberculosis

KUCHING: A family of 14, including eight children, has been warded at the Sarawak General Hospital (SGH) here for suspected tuberculosis following intervention by the state Welfare Department, says Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri.

Nation

Immigration nabs 66 foreigners without papers in Seremban

SEREMBAN: Immigration has detained 66 undocumented foreigners in raids carried out in several areas here, says its state director Kennith Tan.

Philippines

Philippines unveils new coast guard command in disputed South China Sea

THITU ISLAND: The Philippine Coast Guard unveiled on Thursday (April 9) its first dedicated command centre in the Spratly island chain, a flashpoint in the disputed South China Sea that has been the site of repeated confrontations with Chinese vessels

Aviation

Asian airlines trim flights as fuel supplies tighten

SINGAPORE: Airlines across Asia are cutting flights, carrying extra fuel from home airports and adding refuelling stops as the Middle East conflict squeezes jet fuel supply in some countries, adding to pressure on an industry already hit by a sharp jump in fuel costs.

Nation

Army officer fined RM1,700 for causing hurt to colleague

ALOR GAJAH: An army officer was fined RM1,700 by the Magistrate's Court here on Thursday (April 9) for causing hurt to a female colleague.

Mobile apps

Maybank: MAE app PIN resets will now require ID verification. Here's what you should know

Users will be required to verify their identity by using their MyKad or passport within the MAE App.

Nation

Fifteenth Perak State Assembly sits for first meeting in its fourth year from April 14 to 21

IPOH: The first meeting of the fourth year of the 15th Perak Legislative Assembly will convene next week from next Tuesday (April 14) to April 21.

Entertainment

Son Ye-jin marks 4th year anniversary with Hyun Bin with a sweet Instagram post

Hyun and Son said 'I do' in an outdoor ceremony at the Aston House of Sheraton's Grand Walkerhill Hotel in Seoul's Gwangjin District on March 31, 2022.

Nation

Cabinet approves National Disaster Management Council to boost crisis response

KUALA LUMPUR: The Cabinet has approved the establishment of the National Disaster Management Council, says Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi.

Nation

Myanmar man charged with woman's murder

SEREMBAN: A 41-year-old Myanmar national has been charged at the Magistrate's Court here with the murder of a female compatriot.

China

China tankers join line to test Hormuz exit and Iran truce

BEIJING: Two fully laden Chinese oil tankers are waiting outside the Strait of Hormuz, putting them in a position to become the first such vessels to leave the Persian Gulf under a day-old US-Iran ceasefire, even as shipowners scrutinise the status of the narrow waterway.

Indonesia

Batam ferries cut Singapore trips amid soaring fuel prices

JAKARTA: Surging fuel costs as a result of the United States-Israeli war on Iran have forced a cutback in ferry services between Batam, Riau Islands, and neighboUring Singapore.

Family

Meet a senior drum troupe thundering through their next chapter

Forget quiet retirements — this senior drum troupe is proving that rhythm has no age limit.

Social media

You're being watched: Japan battles online abuse of athletes

Japan is fighting back against online abuse of athletes and sports authorities have a warning for trolls planning to target competitors at this year's Asian Games: You are being watched.

Children

Pickleball event aims to create awareness and dispel misconceptions on autism

In conjunction with World Autism Acceptance Month, a pickleball court is organising an event to create awareness and provide information on the condition.

Sabah & Sarawak

Ministry seizes 800 litres of illicit diesel in Pulau Banggi

KUDAT: Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Ministry enforcement officers seized 800 litres of allegedly misappropriated diesel during Ops Tiris 4.0 in Pulau Banggi on Wednesday (April 8).