Metro News

Groups call for green Johor budget

Environmental non-governmental organisations (NGOs) want the Johor Budget 2027 being tabled on Nov 19 to include measures for environmental protection.

Metro News

MBSJ demolishes three-wheeled bicycles seized from unlicensed traders

DAILY patrols are being carried out in Puchong Utama and Puchong Permai, Selangor, after the two areas were identified as hotspots for unlicensed trading involving three-wheeled bicycles.

Nation

‘Some claims paid to next of kin’

KUALA LUMPUR: Insurance claims involving Malaysians missing after flash floods in Nepal are being progressively settled, with at least 12 policies already paid out to their next of kin, says the General Insurance Association of Malaysia (PIAM).

Metro News

Tight watch to keep Selangor festive prices ‘in the pink’

SELANGOR Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Ministry (KPDN) has pledged rigorous enforcement across the state to foster fair trade and safeguard public welfare.

Metro News

Steady hands behind vibrant floor art

StarMetro speaks with artists who create visually enticing kolam, rangoli decorations.

Badminton

Malhan makes history as UAE claim first Youth Olympic gold in 16 years

PETALING JAYA: The United Arab Emirates (UAE) may not be a powerhouse in international badminton, but they now have something to celebrate after Riyan Malhan struck gold at the Youth Olympic Games in Dakar, Senegal, on Thursday.

Metro News

Indian expat keeps cultural tradition alive

Indian expatriate Bindu Maheswari Kona, 37, creates kolam to preserve her cultural heritage.

Nation

Focused on easing cost of living

AYER KEROH: Free water for households using less than 20 cubic metres a month, 25,000 affordable homes over five years and bigger flow of investments are among the main offers in the first joint manifesto by Barisan Nasional and Perikatan Nasional for the Melaka election.

Nation

PH wants state land to be opened up to young Malaysian farmers

MELAKA: Land issues in Melaka are not only limited to locals renting out to foreign nationals, but that idle land is also being worked on by non-locals, claims state Pakatan Harapan chairman Adly Zahari (pic).

Nation

Man gets 12 years, rotan over incest with daughter

KUALA LUMPUR: A 52-year-old father was sentenced to 12 years in prison and five strokes of the cane by the Sessions Court here after pleading guilty to committing incest with his biological daughter, who was 13 at the time.

Other Sports

Sharmendran savours five-medal Asiad success while targeting more glory

PETALING JAYA: Deepavali will be a welcome chance to celebrate for Malaysian kumite coach R. Sharmendran, who has plenty to be thankful for after guiding his charges to a five-medal haul at the recent Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya.

Nation

Johor increases storage quotas for controlled goods

JOHOR BARU: The Johor branch of the Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Ministry (KPDN) has allowed traders to increase their storage quota for controlled goods by 30% to ensure sufficient supplies during the north-east monsoon season.

Sports Box

Team champions deserve their fair share of the rewards

ENDING a 36-year wait for gold at the recent Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya should have been a moment of immense pride for Malaysia's sepak takraw players.

Hockey

Dheeressh makes time for family amid relentless demands

PETALING JAYA: Opportunities to celebrate Deepavali with his family are rare for national junior hockey player Dheeressh Gunaseelan, so he is determined to make the most of this year's festivities.

Football

Selvan’s Deepavali ang pow for his family – playing for the country

PETALING JAYA: There will be no family feast, festive lights or cuddles with his pet dog Bheema for A. Selvan this Deepavali.

Nation

Man loses over RM3,000 in ‘divine’ 4D number scam

PETALING JAYA: It is a scam dating back over two decades which has lured the gullible into believing that they could win the lottery through divine intervention.

Badminton

Wei Chong-Kai Wun seek inspiration to end losing streak

Men's doubles pair Man Wei Chong-Tee Kai Wun could draw inspiration from compatriots Aaron Chia-Soh Wooi Yik and Goh Sze Fei-Nur Izzuddin Rumsani as they seek their first victory over world No. 1 Kim Won-ho-Seo Seung-jae in the Korean Open semi-finals today.

Hockey

Speedy Tigers aim for sharper corners at Sultan Azlan Shah Cup

PETALING JAYA: Malaysia's focus now shifts to the Sultan Azlan Shah Cup, with national coach Brendon Carolan identifying penalty-corner conversion as an area his side must improve after their Asian Champions Trophy (ACT) campaign.

Football

Toha’s tireless runs give Brunei hope ahead of JDT showdown

PETALING JAYA: Muhammad Toha is a bundle of energy on the right flank for Brunei and has been a standout fullback in the Malaysian League this season.

Nation

Loke to resign the moment Najib arrives at his residence

PUTRAJAYA: Transport Minister Anthony Loke (pic) will resign from his Cabinet post the moment Datuk Seri Najib Razak arrives at his residence to serve the remainder of his prison sentence under house arrest.