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Experts predict wind force to weaken by Sunday

PETALING JAYA: The strong winds that wreaked havoc on northern Peninsular Malaysia may weaken beginning Sunday, says a weather expert.

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No leg, no problem for steely dance guru

KLANG: When Indian folk dance exponent and teacher M.Saravanan lost his left leg above the knee in an accident in 2016, he believed his world had come to an end.

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Holidaygoers extra cautious amid stormy weather

IPOH: With the ongoing stormy weather in the country, holidaymakers from various parts of Malaysia are taking extra precautions such as checking weather updates regularly and avoiding risky areas such as beaches, rivers and flood-prone areas.

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MCA raises Budget 2025 recommendations

PETALING JAYA: MCA leaders brought various issues affecting the people to the Finance Minis­try’s attention at a meeting ahead of next month’s presentation of Budget 2025.

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Two suspects in counter setting probe remanded

SEREMBAN: Two enforcement officers have been remanded for allegedly being in cahoots with a syndicate to allow foreigners into the country via the Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) and KLIA2.

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KLIA work system to be reformed

KUALA LUMPUR: The Immi­gra­tion Department is set to implement comprehensive reforms to its work and service delivery, following recommendations from the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC), says Datuk Zakaria Shaaban (pic).

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Poor weather keeping guests at beach hotels indoors

GEORGE TOWN: Falling trees, strong winds, high waves and downpours are keeping guests at beach hotels in Penang indoors.

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Mahkota polls: Azmin only here to divide then depart, says Onn Hafiz

KLUANG: Datuk Seri Azmin Ali will only make divisive statements while campaigning in Johor and leave without having to pick up the pieces, says Datuk Seri Onn Hafiz Ghazi.

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Number of Kedah flood victims up Thursday night, down in Penang and Perlis

KUALA LUMPUR: The number of flood victims placed in relief centres in Kedah has continued to rise as of 8pm on Thursday (Sept 19) night, while Penang and Perlis have reported a decrease.

China

Typhoon Pulasan: Malaysians in East China advised to stay vigilant

PUTRAJAYA: Malaysians in the East China region including Shanghai, Zhejiang, Jiangsu and Anhui which may be affected by Typhoon Pulasan should stay vigilant and follow the latest updates and guidance provided by the local authorities, said the Foreign Ministry

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Pahang teacher loses over half a million ringgit to scammers

KUANTAN: A teacher has lost over RM527,000 after being duped by scammers posing as officers from the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) and the police.

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Arau police increase patrols in flood-hit areas to prevent theft, looting

ARAU: Police have increased patrols and monitoring in flood-hit areas to ensure homes of victims who have moved to temporary evacuation centres are not broken into.

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Syariah Court to determine lineage of children linked to GISB, says Mohd Na'im

KUALA LUMPUR: The determination of the lineage (nasab) of some children rescued from charity homes linked to Global Ikhwan Service and Business Holdings (GISBH) through Op Global on Sept 11 falls under the jurisdiction of the state Syariah Court, says Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Religious Affairs) Datuk Dr Mohd Na'im Mokhtar.

Indonesia

Malaysia is largest source of visitors to Indonesia: Minister Sandiaga

JAKARTA: Malaysia has become Indonesia's top source of international visitors, delivering a substantial boost to the nation's economy, according to Tourism and Creative Economy Minister Sandiaga Salahuddin Uno.

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Duty, dedication and love – that's life for two nurses on remote island

MERSING: Despite facing hardships and being away from their family, two nurses have remained steadfast in serving the locals at two rural clinics over the past 12 years.

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Penang cops confirm identities of Chinese tourists killed by uprooted tree

GEORGE TOWN: Police have confirmed the identities of the two Chinese tourists who were killed by a fallen tree in the compound of the Penang Peranakan Mansion in Lebuh Gereja here, on Wednesday.

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Mahkota polls: Dr Wee heartened by BN's preparations

PETALING JAYA: Datuk Seri Dr Wee Ka Siong has visited Barisan National's election machinery ahead of the Mahkota by-election to ensure all is well.

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Holidaymakers stranded by ferry suspensions, finding other ways to return home

PETALING JAYA: With ferry operations at the Kuala Kedah terminal cancelled until Saturday (Sept 21), many stranded holidaymakers are now forced to find their own way back home as the school break draws to a close.

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Akmal-Teresa halal cert tiff is done, optional certification stays on the menu, says Ahmad Zahid

KLUANG: The clash between Umno Youth chief Dr Muhamad Akmal Saleh and Seputeh MP Teresa Kok over the halal certification issue has come to a close, says Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi.

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Kuala Kedah terminal ferry services temporarily suspended until Saturday

ALOR SETAR: Ferry operations at the Kuala Kedah Passenger Terminal will be temporarily suspended until this Saturday (Sept 21) due to warnings of strong winds and rough seas in the northern Straits of Malacca, issued by the Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia).