All ASEAN wants for Christmas is Mariah’s festive hit
In this part of the world, it’s no exception – four Asean countries, namely Malaysia, Singapore, Philippines and Indonesia made it their most played Christmas song on the…
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Malaysian influencer Ady Hu detained by Taiwanese cops for alleged fraud, Taiwan media reports
Recently, Taiwanese media reported foreigners getting involved in new scam activities, in a role dubbed a 'driver'. This person is tasked with collecting cash that victims have…
Commercial airlines becoming a hot spot for jet-setting thieves
Mid-air heists see cash, jewellery stolen from unwary passengers. A commercial pilot told The Star that these thefts happened quite frequently and were often orchestrated by…
Malaysia mulls student segregation during sex education lessons
The Education Ministry said the best approach was striking a balance between a safe and respectful learning environment with the goal of promoting gender equality and inclusive…
Bali bomb plotters to be given ‘second chance’ to reintegrate into society, says Malaysia’s police chief
Mohammed Farik Amin and Mohammed Nazir Lep, both of whom were detained by the US since 2006 at Guantanamo, the notorious detention camp in Cuba, pleaded guilty earlier in the year…
Malaysia cops bust over 40 syndicates, arrest 426 in 12-day nationwide operation
Among the operations smashed included nine fake investment scams, nine job scams, and 12 online gambling operations.
Seasonal treats in heart of Kuala Lumpur
On Dec 21 and 24, guests can savour the Christmas Dinner Buffet showcasing Five-spice Salt-baked Whole Salmon, Roasted Char Siew Prime Rib, Roasted Whole Chicken as well as…
Concern over rising haj costs
For the B40 group (low-income group), the payment will rise from RM12,356 in 2024 to RM15,000.
Batu Puteh issue: Malaysia transport minister stands his ground, maintains ex-PM Mahathir acted on his own
Minister Anthony Loke said Dr Mahathir and the public should read the Royal Commission of Inquiry report in its entirety, which laid out the entire chronology and background of…
Malaysian teenage boys more vulnerable to social media risks than girls, study shows
The “Teens, Tech and Trust: Navigating Social Media in Malaysia” White Paper, published by the Social and Economic Research Initiative, is based on a survey of 185 respondents…