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Wee takes a jab at govt’s policy blind spots with Andy Lau quote
KUALA LUMPUR: MCA president Datuk Seri Dr Wee Ka Siong drew rapt attention when he cited a famous Andy Lau movie quote to critique the government's handling of policy feedback, emphasising that MCA consistently acts in the public interest.
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Life-saving drama in courthouse as bystanders perform CPR on elderly man
GEORGE TOWN: Lawyer V. Amareson was speaking to a friend when he heard cries for help at the court compound in Lebuh Farquhar here.
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Tax status still unresolved
KUALA LUMPUR: Tunku Abdul Rahman University of Management and Technology (TAR UMT) is still awaiting a clear decision on its tax-exempt status, which is set to expire on Dec 31.
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Smartphones are not your ‘babysitters’, says Nancy
LUNDU (Sarawak): Parents must be prudent when they use smartphones and gadgets as children's "babysitters", following concerns over the negative effects of early exposure to digital devices, says the Women, Family and Community Development Ministry.
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‘Govt projects are for all’
PUTRAJAYA: Development projects nationwide, including in Sabah and Sarawak, are being implemented based on actual needs to ensure that the benefits are felt by the people as a whole, says Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof.
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Fadillah: 19 MA63 items resolved so far, others pending
PUTRAJAYA: A total of 19 items under the Malaysia Agreement 1963 (MA63) have been resolved to date, says Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof.
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Save lives with CPR and AEDs
GEORGE TOWN: Cardiac arrest does not only strike those who engage in strenuous exercise. Even someone enjoying a karaoke session can suffer a sudden episode.
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Faster tax refunds coming soon
PUTRAJAYA: The government has increased the tax refund allocation from RM2bil to RM4bil to expedite outstanding payments to taxpayers, including small businesses, says the Prime Minister.
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Cabinet reshuffling minor but input from party chiefs open, says PM
KUALA LUMPUR: A minor Cabinet reshuffle is on the cards, and it is not just about filling vacancies of ministerships, says the Prime Minister.
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Sabah & Sarawak
Hajiji: Sabah to get GLC shake-up
KOTA KINABALU: The Sabah government will undertake a major revamp of government-linked companies (GLCs) involving its chairpersons and board members, says Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor.
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Over 800 illegals held in Selayang Baru raid
KUALA LUMPUR: A total of 843 illegal immigrants were detained in an integrated operation in Selayang Baru after being suspected of committing various offences under the Immigration Act.
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Chronic MP no-shows a blow to democracy, say analysts
PETALING JAYA: Chronic absenteeism by MPs in the Dewan Rakyat reflects "weak commitment" to public duty and should be addressed with stricter rules to strengthen accountability and uphold the integrity of the democratic process, say analysts.
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PM: All royalties from my book will go to poor students
KUALA LUMPUR: All royalties from Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim's latest book which focuses on reforms, fighting racism and corruption will be channelled to poor students.
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Over 8,000 join Relay For Life across six locations this year
KAMPAR: More than 8,000 participants, including the public, caregivers and cancer survivors, took part in the Relay For Life Malaysia 2025, held across six locations this year.
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Police get disc with audio recording of Melaka shooting
KUALA LUMPUR: Police have confirmed receiving a compact disc related to the shooting incident in Durian Tunggal, Melaka, which was handed over yesterday by a family member of one of the suspects.
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Parents breathe sigh of relief with new under-16 social media ban
JOHOR BARU: The move to ban children under 16 from accessing social media is a timely and much-needed step to protect children, say parents here.
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Festive floats return to the streets after 25 years
GEORGE TOWN: Penang's Christmas Parade made a triumphant return after a 25-year hiatus, and not even the weather could dampen the spirits of those attending.
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Sabah & Sarawak
Rein in ‘killer’ kites in Tanjung Aru, urge birdwatchers
KOTA KINABALU: Something unsettling has been happening at Tanjung Aru Beach, with birdwatchers and beachgoers repeatedly coming across bird carcasses caught high in the trees, tangled in kite strings left drifting in the sea breeze.
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Dessert fight derails wedding
A WEDDING in India descended into a brawl after the bride's family found that rasgulla, a popular dessert from the eastern part of the South Asian subcontinent, ran out during the reception, Makkal Osai reported.
