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Owner of car that crashed into LRT pillar believes burnt victim is his son

KUALA LUMPUR: Police have recorded a statement from the registered owner of a car that caught fire after an accident on the Federal Highway on Thursday, killing the driver.

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Baby in freezer: S'gor Zakat Board urges parents to come forward

SHAH ALAM: The parents of the baby, whose body was allegedly kept in a private hospital morgue freezer in Klang for two weeks, have been urged to come forward to the Selangor Zakat Board (LZS) for assistance.

Sabah & Sarawak

Perikatan's election readiness unaffected by SAPP leaving, says Kiandee

KOTA KINABALU: The departure of Sabah Progressive Party (SAPP) from Perikatan Nasional will not affect the coalition's preparation for the state elections, says Datuk Seri Ronald Kiandee.

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MetMalaysia Issues thunderstorm warning for four states until 9pm

KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) has issued a thunderstorm warning, with heavy rain and strong winds expected across four states until 9pm on Saturday (Dec 14).

Sabah & Sarawak

Sabah reaps RM1.5bil in cumulative revenue through state-owned SMJE

KOTA KINABALU: Sabah has obtained RM1.5bil in revenue from crude oil and gas sales since 2023.

Nation

Star Malay student from Chinese school awarded cash, smartphone at Star Education Fair 2024

GEORGE TOWN: The Malay student from SMJK Heng Ee, who was in the spotlight recently after a video of him receiving five top awards from the school received a cash award and a smartphone from Star Education Fair for his excellence.

Sabah & Sarawak

Fuel tanker driver narrowly escapes injury after crash

KOTA KINABALU: A fuel tanker driver has narrowly escaped injury after crashing his vehicle when he dozed off at the wheel.

Sabah & Sarawak

GRS must clear the air over partnership with Pakatan, says SAPP

KOTA KINABALU: The eight-party Gubungan Rakyat Sabah (GRS) coalition must immediately resolve uncertainties with its political alignment with Pakatan Harapan, says Datuk Seri Yong Teck Lee.

Sabah & Sarawak

Committee to clean up image of Kota Kinabalu Central Market

KOTA KINABALU: A committee will be formed to look into issues tarnishing the allure of the Kota Kinabalu Central Market, says Datuk Seri Christina Liew.

Sabah & Sarawak

Construction worker celebrates Christmas in new home thanks to Sabah Electricity

KOTA KINABALU: This year's Christmas will be memorable for James Kindayas as he and his family celebrate in their new home at Kampung Waag, Kundasang.

Sabah & Sarawak

Labuan-KK ferry service's restart postponed due to technical issues

KOTA KINABALU: The Labuan-Kota Kinabalu express ferry service scheduled to restart on Sunday (Dec 15) has been postponed due to technical requirements.

Nation

Elderly man loses RM1.5mil to stock investment scam in Johor

JOHOR BARU: A 69-year-old remisier lost more than RM1.5mil worth of life savings after falling for a stock investment scam, here.

Sabah & Sarawak

GRS must resolve doubts over its alignment with Pakatan quickly, says SAPP president

KOTA KINABALU: The eight-party Gabungan Rakyat Sabah (GRS) coalition must immediately resolve uncertainties with its political alignment with Pakatan Harapan, says Datuk Seri Yong Teck Lee.

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Govt mulls Good Samaritan law to protect those who help in emergencies, says Dzulkefly

GEORGE TOWN: The Health Ministry is considering the introduction of a Good Samaritan Law, offering legal protection to individuals who assist others in emergencies without fear of legal repercussions, such as being sued for unintentional harm caused during the act of assistance.

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Just tell the public whether it exists or not, says Dr Wee on 'royal addendum'

KUALA LUMPUR: The question of whether or not a "royal addendum exists is a simple yes-or-no question, says Datuk Seri Dr Wee Ka Siong.

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Health Ministry waiting for report on baby's remains allegedly withheld by private hospital, says Dzulkefly

GEORGE TOWN: The Health Ministry is awaiting an investigation report from the Private Medical Practice Control Section (CKAPS) regarding claims that a private hospital withheld a baby's remains due to the parents' inability to settle the hospital bill upfront.

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Immigration Dept rescues human trafficking victims in Cheras raid

KUALA LUMPUR: Nearly a dozen human trafficking victims were rescued in an Immigration Department raid at three locations in Cheras.

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Teacher's simple act of kindness warms Malaysian hearts

NIBONG TEBAL: Sometimes, the smallest gestures leave the deepest impressions. For Janorashikin Jasdi, 39, the simple act of feeding a hungry preschooler during a football tournament in Penang has touched the hearts of Malaysians, becoming a viral symbol of unity and compassion.

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Placing flag upside-down on jersey shows 'critical negligence', says Fahmi

PONTIAN: The upside-down national flag that was on the jersey Lee Zii Jia's was wearing at the HSBC BWF World Tour Finals has been described as a "significant error".

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Students, parents flock to Star Education Fair 2024 in Penang

GEORGE TOWN: Many showed up to see what was on offer at the Star Education Fair 2024 on Saturday (Dec 14) at the Setia Spice Convention Centre.