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PM to deliver special address in conjunction with National Day celebrations

PM to deliver special address in conjunction with National Day celebrations

The special address will be broadcast live through local media stations as well as through the prime minister's official Facebook.
Fri Aug 30 2024
[OPINION] Building momentum towards inclusivity, equity, and rights for Malaysia’s women and girls

[OPINION] Building momentum towards inclusivity, equity, and rights for Malaysia’s women and girls

UNFPA Malaysia celebrates the nations progress with respect to the protection and wellbeing of its people, especially its women.
Fri Aug 30 2024
DBKL cancels National Day celebrations scheduled on Aug 30

DBKL cancels National Day celebrations scheduled on Aug 30

The cancellation was out of respect for the victim and a number of incidents that happened around Kuala Lumpur recently, said DBKL.
Thu Aug 29 2024
[COLUMNIST] Remembering Tunku

[COLUMNIST] Remembering Tunku

As we celebrate Merdeka this week, Datin Kalsom Taib shares her admiration of Tunku Abdul Rahman, and her family's favourite Tunku recipe.
Thu Aug 31 2023
Merdeka countdown celebrated with prayers amid new norms

Merdeka countdown celebrated with prayers amid new norms

This year, states that were holding Merdeka Day countdowns organised online programmes with an emphasis on prayers following the COVID-19 pandemic.
Tue Aug 31 2021
Pandemic-free: Onus On 'The Malaysian Family'

Pandemic-free: Onus On 'The Malaysian Family'

This article is specially written in conjunction with Merdeka Day which is celebrated every year on Aug 31.
Mon Aug 30 2021
Agong's call for a Merdeka Team is a Merdeka Day gift to Malaysians if only our politicians  listen!

Agong's call for a Merdeka Team is a Merdeka Day gift to Malaysians if only our politicians listen!

Agong expressly stated that he and his brother Rulers wanted to see a new political administration model that promoted politics of unity, not division.
Fri Aug 20 2021
Agong grants early pardon to 13 convicts on Merdeka Day

Agong grants early pardon to 13 convicts on Merdeka Day

Ahmad Fadil said the early pardon was due to their good behaviour while in prison and meant for the 13 to return the society, turn over a new leaf and live a normal life.
Mon Aug 31 2020
King's royal address focus of National Day celebration - Saifuddin

King's royal address focus of National Day celebration - Saifuddin

The second time in the history of Merdeka Day celebrations that the Yang di-Pertuan Agong will be delivering a Royal Address.
Sat Aug 29 2020
Malaysia, Let's Do This The Baharu Way!

Malaysia, Let's Do This The Baharu Way!

On this 61st Merdeka Day, civil movement leader Datuk Ambiga Sreenevasan tells the powers to be to throw out the old ways and do things the BAHARU way.
Thu Aug 30 2018
Naga DDB'S Alvin Teoh: No More Just Sell Sell Sell, Care for Society As Well

Naga DDB'S Alvin Teoh: No More Just Sell Sell Sell, Care for Society As Well

For the very first time, humanity and inclusivity were made as centrepiece in the Kancil Awards, Malaysias advertising industry's creative excellence awards.
Tue Aug 14 2018
Prime Minister declares Sept 4 as public holiday

Prime Minister declares Sept 4 as public holiday

This is since we have achieved an outstanding result in the SEA Games through the unwavering support of the various races and the excellent performance of our athletes.
Thu Aug 31 2017
Nation's first 360-degrees film series for Merdeka, Malaysia Day

Nation's first 360-degrees film series for Merdeka, Malaysia Day

Maxis Rojak 360, the work of the country's top five filmmakers, has used YouTube's 360-degrees immersive video-on-mobile platform.
Mon Sep 05 2016
Spicing up a century with Lingham's

Spicing up a century with Lingham's

Be it in M'sia, the royal households or elsewhere in the UK, the authentic sweet and spicy Lingham's Chilli Sauce has ignited the taste buds of millions and has found a special spot on every kitchen.
Fri Sep 02 2016
National Day 2016 parade at Dataran Merdeka

National Day 2016 parade at Dataran Merdeka

The National Day parade during the Merdeka day celebration at Dataran Merdeka, Kuala Lumpur on August 31, 2016. Astro AWANI / SHAHIR OMAR
Wed Aug 31 2016
Hyundai to invest RM2.16 bil in Malaysia through strategic partnership with INOKOM

Hyundai to invest RM2.16 bil in Malaysia through strategic partnership with INOKOM

This investment includes efforts to upgrade INOKOM's existing assembly capacity to meet Hyundai's automotive needs.
Tue Nov 26 2024
‘C4Cinta’ sets record as highest-grossing Malaysian Tamil film

‘C4Cinta’ sets record as highest-grossing Malaysian Tamil film

'C4Cinta', directed by young filmmaker Karthik Shamalan, has set a new benchmark in Malaysian Tamil cinema.
Tue Nov 26 2024
Man charged with mother's murder, storing body in freezer

Man charged with mother's murder, storing body in freezer

The court denied bail and scheduled case mention on Feb 7 for the submission of forensic, autopsy, and chemist reports.
Tue Nov 26 2024
Abolition of examination in schools to reduce pressure on pupils - Fadhlina

Abolition of examination in schools to reduce pressure on pupils - Fadhlina

The classroom assessment approach offers a much more interesting learning ecosystem, says Fadhlina Sidek.
Tue Nov 26 2024
Google, Meta urge Australia to delay bill on social media ban for children

Google, Meta urge Australia to delay bill on social media ban for children

Google and Meta says the government should wait for the results of an age-verification trial before going ahead.
Tue Nov 26 2024
Judge tosses Trump 2020 election case after prosecutors' request

Judge tosses Trump 2020 election case after prosecutors' request

It represents a big legal victory for Donald Trump, who won the Nov. 5 US election and is set to return to office on Jan. 20.
Tue Nov 26 2024
DHL plane crash in Lithuania leaves authorities searching for answers

DHL plane crash in Lithuania leaves authorities searching for answers

Rescue services said the plane hit the ground, split into pieces and slid over 100 metres (110 yards).
Tue Nov 26 2024
National squad to hold friendly matches for 2025 Indoor Hockey World Cup

National squad to hold friendly matches for 2025 Indoor Hockey World Cup

The warm-up matches will involve matches against better ranked teams in the world, namely Austria (first) and Belgium (third).
Tue Nov 26 2024
G7 seeks unity on ICC arrest warrant for Netanyahu

G7 seeks unity on ICC arrest warrant for Netanyahu

The United States, part of the G7, has rejected the ICC decision, with President Joe Biden describing it as outrageous.
Tue Nov 26 2024
Francissca Peter remembers Tan Sri Ahmad Nawab: A tribute to a musical legend

Francissca Peter remembers Tan Sri Ahmad Nawab: A tribute to a musical legend

A legend who has influenced our music for decades, was one of the highlights of my career, says Francissca Peter.
Tue Nov 26 2024