Domestic violence believed to be a factor in murder of mother, daughter
Investigations revealed the suspect had been living with his wife and three children in the abandoned building for the past week.
Tue Aug 20 2024
State polls: Sunny at most nomination centres, rainy weather in Alor Setar
The weather early this morning is reported to be sunny and favourable at most nomination centre locations for the six state elections today.
Sat Jul 29 2023
Japan ambassador to Malaysia fondly remembers discussion with Salahuddin Ayub
Takahashi Katsuhiko expressed condolences to the family of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Minister Datuk Seri Salahuddin Ayub.
Mon Jul 24 2023
Squid jiggling also a traditional activity in Kedah just like in East Coast states
Kuala Kedah in Alor Setar and Kuala Sala, come alive with squid jiggling activities that bring about a carnival like atmosphere.
Sun Feb 26 2023
Contractor fined RM30,000 for using fake bank account statements for tender
A contractor was fined RM30,000 today after pleading guilty to faking his bank account statements to obtain a public cleansing tender four years ago.
Sun Feb 19 2023
Kedah MB given until Feb 13 to file defence statement over suit filed by Anwar
Muhammad Sanusi was ordered to file his defence statement in a defamation suit filed by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim the latest by this Feb 13.
Wed Jan 11 2023
Body of angler who went missing in Tasik Gubir found
The deceased, Muhammad Amirul, was found floating in mid-river 50 metres from where he was swept away by strong currents.
Thu Jan 05 2023
Labourer claims trial to sexually assaulting girl
It is understood that the accused, who is a father of five children, is related to the 10-year-old girl.
Thu Dec 22 2022
Alor Setar independent candidates take on infrastructure, petty traders issues
The infrastructure development in Alor Setar is among the agendas of former Kedah JKR director Datuk Dr Nordin Yunus who is contesting the GE15 as an independent candidate.
Sat Nov 12 2022
Three company owners fined RM50,000 for using fake bank account statements for tender
Judge Harmi Thamri said the punishment was meted out in the public's interest and set an example to the people for such offences.
Mon Aug 29 2022
Man fined RM4,000 for impersonating Raja Muda of Perak
A man was fined RM4,000 by the Alor Setar Magistrate's Court today after he pleaded guilty to impersonating the Raja Muda of Perak last June.
Mon Aug 22 2022
Three company owners fined RM50,000 each for using forged documents in contract bid
Three company owners were fined RM50,000 by the Sessions Court today after they pleaded guilty to falsifying bank statements when tendering for a public cleaning contract in 2019.
Wed Aug 17 2022
18 people including one-year-old baby survive fire involving two houses
All the victims received initial treatment and were sent to Sultanah Bahiyah Hospital, Alor Setar for shortness of breath.
Wed Jun 29 2022
ASP, corporal among five charged with smuggling of 119 migrants from Myanmar
An assistant superintendent and a police corporal were among the five individuals charged at the Sessions Court here today with smuggling 119 migrants from Myanmar into Malaysia last May.
Mon Jun 20 2022
Former company COO fined RM200,000 for using false document
A former COO of a solid waste management company was fined a total of RM200,000, in default 36 months' jail, by the Sessions Court to three alternative charges of using false documents in claims.
Thu Feb 17 2022
COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year
The draft finance deal criticised by both developed and developing nations.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Bomb squad sent to London's Gatwick Airport after terminal evacuation
This was following the discovery of a suspected prohibited item in luggage.
Fri Nov 22 2024
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.
Fri Nov 22 2024
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.
Fri Nov 22 2024
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.
Fri Nov 22 2024
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.
Fri Nov 22 2024
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.
Fri Nov 22 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.
Fri Nov 22 2024
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.
Fri Nov 22 2024
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.
Fri Nov 22 2024