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The Star snags two awards for reporting excellence at Melaka Chief Minister Media Awards 2025

MELAKA: The Star has been honoured for excellence in news reporting during the Melaka Chief Minister's Media Awards 2025 held at a leading hotel here.

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Automatic licensing of digital providers will define clear-cut responsibilities, says BHEUU

PETALING JAYA: The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission's (MCMC) Deeming Provision to consider major digital providers as automatically licensed will define clear cut responsibilities for digital platforms in ensuring the most vulnerable groups are protected from online dangers, says the legal affairs division of the Prime Minister's Department (BHEUU).

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Tanker truck-trailer crash near Rompin, two injured

KUANTAN: Two were injured in an accident involving a tanker truck carrying chemicals and a trailer loaded with used iron at KM109 Jalan Kuantan - Segamat near Kampung Gadak Bridge, Muadzam Shah, Rompin, on Sunday (Dec 14) night.

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Govt steps up flood preparedness for possible second wave

KUALA LUMPUR: The government has taken proactive steps to strengthen preparedness and early warning systems to address the risk of a second wave of floods, Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said.

Sabah & Sarawak

Hearts United: Sibu to usher in 2026 with community-centred gala

SIBU: The city will usher in the New Year with the Sibu Municipal Council (SMC) New Year Countdown 2026, a large-scale public celebration themed "Hearts United", at Dataran Tun Tuanku Bujang (Phase 1) from 8pm on Dec 31.

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Nearly one-third of over 1,000 daycare centres received Bomba safety notices

KUALA LUMPUR: The Fire and Rescue Department (JBPM) has issued 373 notices to 1,172 childcare centres it inspected since October for failing to comply with safety regulations.

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Manhunt for suspect in Simpang Pulai shooting, stabbing case ongoing, says Perak cop

IPOH: The police are actively tracking down a suspect believed to be involved in the shooting and stabbing of a police officer and the discovery of a woman's body inside a car in Simpang Pulai on Sept 7.

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MCMC's platform licensing move a good step forward for digital governance, says IGP

PETALING JAYA: The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission's (MCMC) Deeming Provision to consider major digital providers as automatically licensed – and therefore subject to Malaysian laws – from Jan 1 is a step towards strengthening governance of such platforms, says Bukit Aman.

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Lawyers dispute police timeline in Melaka shooting with new evidence

PETALING JAYA: Lawyers representing the families of three men shot dead in Durian Tunggal, Melaka, are disputing police claims about the location and timing of the incident, citing new evidence.

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Social activists should continue voicing views for nation's development, says PM

KUALA LUMPUR: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim encourages social activists to continue actively playing a role in voicing their views to bring about positive changes in the country's development.

Sabah & Sarawak

Sabah govt urged to say whether senior GLC officer to escape prosecution for alleged misconduct

KOTA KINABALU: The Sabah government must explain allegations that a state government-linked company's deputy chief executive officer, suspected of misconduct, will be promoted and transferred rather than face prosecution.

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Dengue deaths down by 61.3%, cases fall by 56.5%, says Health Minister

PUTRAJAYA: Deaths due to dengue in the country have dropped by 61.3% to 43 cases compared with 111 recorded last year, says the Health Minister.

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Perak to launch feeder mapping programme for stray dog management

IPOH: Perak will launch the Feeder Mapping Programme as its next phase for managing stray dogs on Dec 28, says Sandrea Ng.

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Impostor law firms are scamming victims seeking help

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysians who have fallen victim to scams are being cautioned about a new fraud trend involving self-styled "anti-scam" law firms that promise high recovery rates but end up cheating victims again.

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Nineteen Border Control officers from KLIA face disciplinary action for integrity breaches

SEPANG: Nineteen officers from the Border Control and Protection Agency (AKPS) at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) have faced disciplinary action after being found guilty of various offences involving breaches of integrity and work procedures.

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Policeman charged with dangerous driving, causing death

KANGAR: A police koperal pleaded not guilty at the Magistrate's Court here on Monday (Dec 15) to a charge of dangerous driving and causing the death of a 24-year-old man on Nov 25.

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Gang links under investigation in Klang shooting, says Selangor police chief

SHAH ALAM: Recent shootings in Klang may be linked to gang activity, police say, as investigations continue.

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Authorities adding 40 NIISe eGates, 145 MyNIISe QR scanners at Johor checkpoints

PETALING JAYA: The Home Ministry will install 40 additional National Integrated Immigration System (NIISe) eGate units and 145 MyNIISe QR Code scanners at Johor motorcycle, car and pedestrian crossings by December 31.

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Over half of SPM holders opt for TVET, says DPM Ahmad Zahid

KUALA LUMPUR: A total of 53.9% of Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) holders are now opting to pursue technical and vocational education and training (TVET), bringing the country closer to its target of 70% by the end of the 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP).

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Durian Tunggal shooting: Cops awaiting MCMC report on threats against lawyer

SHAH ALAM: Police are still waiting for a report from the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) on the social media profile of an individual who allegedly posted a threat against a lawyer representing the families of three men involved in a shooting incident in Melaka.