Malaysian man to be publicly caned at mosque for Islamic crime of close proximity
This punishment involves caning, but what makes it unusual this time is the judge's decision for it to be conducted publicly.
Thu Nov 21 2024
Singer Aliff Aziz, actress Ruhainies charged with committing khalwat
Aliff Aziz and Ruhainies have pleaded not guilty to charges of committing "khalwat" (close proximity).
Wed Jul 03 2024
How to help prevent your Bluetooth devices being hacked
Bluetooth is particularly vulnerable, as ill-intentioned individuals can sometimes hack into devices that are in close proximity.
Sun May 29 2022
Singapore to stay in touch with Malaysia as it goes under lockdown
Special considerations have been put in place for Malaysia because of the close proximity and high interdependency between both countries, he said.
Tue Mar 17 2020
Close proximity: Eight suspects nabbed in Labour Day eve operation
Two Indonesians were among eight people detained by the Johor Islamic Religious Department (JAINJ) in an anti-vice operation held on the eve of Labour Day in the Tampoi district.
Mon May 01 2017
Woman screams in pain during caning in Indonesia's Aceh
The Muslim woman gets caned 23 strokes after being caught in close proximity with her boyfriend.
Mon Oct 17 2016
Law on khalwat to prevent illicit sex - Mais
The law on "khalwat" in Selangor is aimed at preventing illicit sex and investigation on this is made based on complaints from the public.
Fri Dec 18 2015
Police arrest two men for posing as JAIS officers and robbing couple
Police arrested two men for posing as Selangor Islamic Religious Department (JAIS) officers and robbing a couple in Section 18, Sunday.
Mon Nov 30 2015
Girl, 15, and boyfriend detained in Jaim operation
The Form Three student and her 22-year-old partner were detained in a room of a budget hotel in Malacca at 2.50am today.
Sun May 24 2015
11 couples detained for "khalwat" in 'Ops Mawar Merah'
JAIJ detained 11 couples, allegedly for committing "khalwat" (close proximity) in a Valentine's Day operation, 'Ops Mawar Merah'.
Sun Feb 15 2015
Eight couples detained in Valentine's Day ops in Malacca
Two government employees were among eight couples detained in a Valentine's Day operation by at four hotels in Melaka Tengah.
Sat Feb 14 2015
Penang Syariah High Court Judge acquitted of close proximity charge
Penang Syariah High Court Judge Adam Tumiran and partner Nurul Izani Mat Isa were found to be husband and wife.
Fri Nov 21 2014
Fire destroys 100 squatter houses, 50 shophouses in Sabah's Kunak
The close proximity of the houses and a strong wind prevented the firemen from extinguishing the fire fast.
Sun Jun 29 2014
Caught committing 'khalwat' during Ramadan
As most Muslims welcome the month of Ramadan with terawih prayers at night, something else occurred in Alor Setar.
Sun Jun 29 2014
Man impersonates cop to avoid arrest for khalwat
The 23-year-old impostor had introduced himself as a policeman and produced a fake police authority card after being caught in close proximity with a woman.
Thu May 15 2014
Pro-Palestinian NGOs seek court order to stop Dutch arms exports to Israel
The Dutch state, as a signatory to the 1948 Genocide Convention, has a duty to take all reasonable measures at its disposal to prevent genocide.
Sat Nov 23 2024
How quickly can Trump's Musk-led efficiency panel slash US regulations?
Moves by Trump and his appointees to eliminate existing rules will be met with legal challenges, as many progressive groups and Democratic officials have made clear.
Sat Nov 23 2024
2TM: Consultations on PTPTN loans, admission to IPTA at MOHE booth
Consultations on PTPTN loans and admission to IPTA are among services provided at the Higher Education Ministry booth.
Sat Nov 23 2024
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.
Sat Nov 23 2024
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