Nation

Govt looking to study AI licensing to curb child sexual content online, says Fahmi

KUALA LUMPUR: The government is looking to study regulating artificial intelligence (AI) apps through licensing to curb the production of child sexual abuse materials (CSAM), says Datuk Fahmi Fadzil.

Nation

PM Anwar appreciates 'true friend' Modi's efforts in promoting global peace

PUTRAJAYA: Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim expressed his deepest appreciation to Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his efforts in promoting peace globally.

China

23 cases of smuggled orchids recorded as holiday demand swells in Hong Kong

HONG KONG: Hong Kong wildlife protection authorities have recorded 23 cases of smuggled orchids in the first month of the year, with the number expected to rise in the coming weeks as Lunar New Year approaches.

Nation

Housing and Local Govt Ministry ready to help regularise places of worship, says Nga

IPOH: The Housing and Local Government Ministry is ready to assist in efforts to regularise places of worship, says Nga Kor Ming.

Sabah & Sarawak

Sarawak polls expected after Gawai Dayak celebration, says SUPP veep

SIBU: The Sarawak election is expected to be called after the Gawai Dayak celebration, with political parties already stepping up early preparations in anticipation of the polls, says Sarawak United People's Party (SUPP) vice-president Datuk Michael Tiang.

Sabah & Sarawak

Borneo's 'Durian Merah' can be the next big thing if developed properly, says Kuamut rep

KOTA KINABALU: Borneo's exotic "Durian Merah" has the potential to become a new popular food product in the country and also be developed into an agro-tourism product, says Kuamut assemblyman Datuk Masiung Banah.

Retail

McDonald’s Malaysia to invest RM1bil over five years, open 100 restaurants

KUALA LUMPUR: McDonald's Malaysia is planning to invest RM1 billion to open 100 new restaurants, modernise existing outlets and strengthen digital capabilities over the next five years.

Laos

Laos, Vietnam boost special relationship, agree to build Friendship University

VIENTIANE: Laos and Vietnam strengthened their special friendship relations on Thursday (Feb 5) by signing six cooperation documents, including an agreement to build the Laos-Vietnam Friendship University in Laos.

AseanPlus News

Seafood savoury at its best - Ombak Kitchen launches new western-inspired menu and unveils Ramadan preview

Ombak Kitchen has unveiled its new Western-inspired seafood menu, alongside the introduction of its Ramadan Preview 2026.

Vietnam

Vietnamese Embassy in Republic of Korea calls for serious review of remarks insulting Vietnamese women

SEOUL: The Vietnamese Embassy in the Republic of Korea (RoK) on Friday (Feb 6) sent an official note expressing its position regarding remarks deemed disrespectful towards Vietnamese women made by the head of Jindo county in South Jeolla province.

Nation

DOSH launches probe into fatal cement truck accident at Penang Hospital

GEORGE TOWN: The Department of Occupational Safety and Health (DOSH) has initiated an investigation into the fatal cement truck accident at the Penang Hospital construction site on Friday (Feb 6).

Nation

M’sia and India to expedite ringgit-rupee use in bilateral trade, investments, says Anwar

PUTRAJAYA: Malaysia and India have agreed to work closely to promote local currency settlement using the ringgit and rupee for bilateral trade and investments, says Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.

Corporate News

Nestle Malaysia and UPM Launch Halal@STEM Programme for Students

KUALA LUMPUR: Nestle Malaysia has partnered with Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM) to introduce a Halal@STEM learning programme for secondary school students, reinforcing its Halal commitment while empowering young Malaysians with industry-relevant knowledge.

Brunei

Briefing in Brunei highlights scam risks, prevention measures

BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN: Ninety officers and staff members of the Public Works Department attended a briefing on 'Cybercrime (Online Scams and the Importance of Practising Vigilance on Social Media Platforms)' at Atria Simpur Hall of the Public Works Department Headquarters Building on Saturday (Feb 7)

Nation

Anwar hosts ‘Friendship Appetisers’ luncheon for Modi

PUTRAJAYA: A thoughtfully curated spread of "Friendship Appetisers", reflecting the warm and longstanding Malaysia-India relationship, greeted guests at a luncheon hosted by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim for his visiting Indian counterpart Narendra Modi at the Seri Perdana Complex here Sunday (Feb 8).

Thailand

Thailand's southern army tightens security on election day Sunday (Feb 8)

BANGKOK: Fourth Army Area commander Lt Gen Norathip Phoinok has ordered tightened security to protect polling stations in the southern border provinces amid fears of violent attacks by Muslim insurgents.

Nation

Bersatu to plug ‘mutiny on the bounty’ by mooting Hamzah’s sacking tonight, say sources

PETALING JAYA: The final push to remove Datuk Seri Hamzah Zainudin from Bersatu's top ranks is expected on Sunday (Feb 8) night at Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin's home, following what party insiders describe as a coordinated effort to counter an internal "mutiny".

Nation

India, Malaysia ink 11 MOUs to boost strategic investment, bilateral ties

PUTRAYA: Malaysia and India witnessed the exchange of 11 documents, including Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) spanning various key sectors including on semiconductors, labour issues and security cooperation.

Japan

Japan's election: What you need to know

TOKYO: Japan's first female prime minister, Sanae Takaichi, is seeking to secure her grip on power in a national election on Sunday (Feb 8), with polls suggesting a big win for her conservative party.

Nation

Over 100 reports lodged against ‘illegal’ houses of worship rally, say KL cops

KUALA LUMPUR: More than 100 police reports were lodged over the proposed rally against "illegal" houses of worship on Saturday, say police.