The top headlines for the week include the Thomas Cup and Uber Cup, EgyptAir flight crash in the Mediterranean and death of music legend Deddy Dores.
MONDAY, May 16: Obsessed with GPS, woman ends up in Ontario lake
A woman in Canada, plunged into a lake in Ontario in her car, following her blunt reliance of GPS navigation to get to her destination.
Malaysia sweep past England 4-1
Malaysia strolled past England 4-1 in the Thomas Cup Group C match held at the Kunshan Sports Centre, in China.
TUESDAY, May 17: RTM not interested to broadcast 1MDB debate 'live' - Salleh
Communications and Multimedia Minister Datuk Seri Salleh Said Keruak said Radio Television Malaysia (RTM) is not interested in broadcasting "live" debates related to 1Malaysia Development Berhad (1MDB) by any parties.
WEDNESDAY, May 18: Indonesian music legend Deddy Dores dies
Indonesian music legend Deddy Dores, 65, died of heart attack, at about 11.45pm Iocal time.
THURSDAY, May 19: EgyptAir flight crashes in Mediterranean with 66 on board
An EgyptAir flight from Paris to Cairo crashed into the Mediterranean with 66 people on board, prompting an investigation into whether it was mechanical failure or a bomb.
FRIDAY, May 20: Thomas Cup 2016: Indonesia beat South Korea 3-1 to advance to finals
Indonesia advanced to the finals of the 2016 Thomas Cup tournament in Kunshan, China after beating South Korea 3-1, with the winning point delivered by Angga Pratama - Ricky Karanda Suwardi, beating Kim Gi Jung - Kim Sa Rang in straight sets, 21-15, 21-18.
SATURDAY, May 21: Fishing boat with 12 Malaysians missing in Pulau Aur waters
A fishing boat, carrying 12 Malaysians including 10 anglers, which went out to sea since Tuesday (May 17) is believed to be missing in the Pulau Aur waters, off Mersing.
SUNDAY, May 22: MACC officers raid Guan Eng's bungalow in Jalan Pinhorn
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) raided Penang Chief Minister Lim Guan Eng’s residence in Jalan Pinhorn, Georgetown around 3.10pm.
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Kampung Tanjung Kala residents affected by flooded bridge every time it rains heavily
Almost 200 residents from 60 homes in Kampung Tanjung Kala have ended up stuck when their 200-metre (m) long concrete bridge flooded.
COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year
The draft finance deal criticised by both developed and developing nations.
Bomb squad sent to London's Gatwick Airport after terminal evacuation
This was following the discovery of a suspected prohibited item in luggage.
Kelantan urges caution amidst northeast monsoon rains
Kelantan has reminded the public in the state to refrain from outdoor activities with the arrival of the Northeast Monsoon season.
Former New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern receives UN leadership award
Former New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern was given a global leadership award by the United Nations Foundation.
ICC'S arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant an apt decision - PM
The decision of the ICC to issue arrest warrants against Benjamin Netanyahu and Yoav Gallant is apt, said Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
KTMB provides two additional ETS trains for Christmas, school holidays
KTMB will provide two additional ETS trains for the KL Sentral-Padang Besar route and return trips in conjunction with the holidays.
BNM'S international reserves rise to USD118 bil as at Nov 15, 2024
Malaysia's international reserves rose to US$118.0 billion as at Nov 15, 2024, up from US$117.6 billion on Oct 30, 2024.
Findings by dark energy researchers back Einstein's conception of gravity
The findings announced are part of a years-long study of the history of the cosmos focusing upon dark energy.
NRES responds to Rimbawatch press release on COP29
The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability (NRES) wishes to offer the following clarifications to the issues raised.
Online Safety Bill and Anti-Cyberbullying Laws must carefully balance rights and protections
The Online Safety Advocacy Group (OSAG) stands united with people in Malaysia in the fight against serious online harms.
Malaysia's inflation at 1.9 pct in Oct 2024 - DOSM
Malaysia's inflation rate for October 2024 has increased to 1.9 per cent, up from 1.8 per cent in September this year.
Saudi Arabia showcases Vision 2030 goals at Airshow China 2024
For the first time, Saudi Arabia is participating in the China International Aviation & Aerospace Exhibition held recently in Zhuhai.
King Charles' coronation cost GBP 71mil, govt accounts show
The coronation of Britain's King Charles cost taxpayers GBP72 million (US$90 million), official accounts have revealed.
Couple and associate charged with trafficking 51.9 kg of meth
A married couple and a man were charged in the Magistrate's Court here today with trafficking 51.974 kilogrammes of Methamphetamine.
PDRM to consult AGC in completing Teoh Beng Hock investigation
The police may seek new testimony from existing witnesses for additional insights into the investigation of Teoh Beng Hock's death.
Thai court rejects petition over ex-PM Thaksin's political influence
Thailand's Constitutional Court rejects a petition seeking to stop Thaksin Shinawatra from interfering in the running the Pheu Thai party.
Abidin takes oath of office as Sungai Bakap assemblyman
The State Assemblyman for Sungai Bakap, Abidin Ismail, was sworn in today at the State Assembly building, Lebuh Light.
UPNM cadet officer charged with injuring junior, stomping on him with spike boots
A cadet officer at UPNM pleaded not guilty to a charge of injuring his junior by stomping on the victim's stomach with spike boots.
How Indian billionaire Gautam Adani's alleged bribery scheme took off and unraveled
The indictment was unsealed on Nov. 20, prompting a $27 billion plunge in Adani Group companies' market value.