Singapore says makes biggest cannabis seizure in 14 years
More than 35 kg of narcotics, 20.5 kg of cannabis, as well as heroin, crystal methamphetamine and other drugs were seized in the raids.
Fri Mar 19 2021
Booming meth trade in ASEAN amid the pandemic
The drug trade pattern on the consumer level has also shifted online as preventive measures limit peoples movement
Tue Dec 15 2020
Poses over mystery M'sian mastermind behind major drug smuggling attempts into country
It has been nearly a year since the 21 suspected Malaysian 'drug mules' were tethered by the Thai authorities while allegedly attempting to smuggle 226kg of 'ice' and 8kg of heroin into Malaysia.
Sun Mar 12 2017
Two Malaysian drug couriers caught with large haul of drugs in Thailand
Upon further checking the car, the officers discovered 140 bars of heroin weighing 52.4 kg and 41 kg of 'crystal' methamphetamine, hidden in the car's rear audio speaker compartment.
Sun Dec 18 2016
Malaysian charged in Australia over $206 mln meth haul
Some 275 kilograms (605 pounds) of crystal methamphetamine were found under the floorboards of shipping containers after a tip-off, the Department of Immigration and Border Protection said.
Mon Jul 04 2016
Six Malaysians among 14 suspects charged over massive drug haul in Perth, Australia
14 suspected members of an international drug ring, including six Malaysians, have been charged in Australia over a Aus$200 million (US$145 million) seizure of crystal meth.
Fri May 27 2016
Australia seizes meth-filled bra inserts in major drugs bust
Australian police have seized more than Aus$1 billion (RM2.95 billion) in crystal methamphetamine, or ice, some concealed in gel bra inserts in one of the country's biggest drug busts.
Mon Feb 15 2016
COURT: Australian mum faces death penalty as chemist's report confirms drug
Maria Elvira Pinto Exposto, 52, faces a possible death sentence for drug trafficking in Malaysia as report confirms substance found as ice.
Thu Apr 30 2015
Hong Kong 'drug lord' forced to burn 'Ice' stash in Indonesia
Hong Kong 'drug lord' and his gang including a Malaysian were forced to publicly burn a US$136 million stash of crystal methamphetamine.
Tue Jan 27 2015
Russian woman arrested in Bali for drugs smuggling
A Russian woman may face the death penalty for allegedly attempting to smuggle crystal methamphetamine into the resort island of Bali.
Thu Dec 11 2014
M'sian sentenced to 11 years in prison for crystal meth possession
A Malaysian man was sentenced to 11 years in prison by a North Kalimantan court on Thursday over possession of methamphetamine crystals.
Thu Jul 03 2014
84-year-old could face firing squad in Bali drugs case
Arsain Anwar was arrested on Friday with 2.5 kilograms of crystal methamphetamine worth more than US$400,000 hidden in his luggage.
Mon May 19 2014
Australia seizes big crystal meth haul from China
Australian police seized methamphetamine with a street value of Aus$200 million (US$189 million) concealed in the tyres of a truck from China.
Fri Oct 11 2013
The scamdemic targeting the young and vulnerable
Teenagers and young adults are becoming prime targets for a new wave of cyber scams, a trend raising alarm bells across Southeast Asia.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Japanese manicurist takes on plastic pollution, one nail at a time
Before global leaders address plastic pollution, a Japanese manicurist highlights the issue by incorporating it into her nail designs.
Sat Nov 23 2024
What to watch for ahead of US presidential inauguration
Here's a timeline of events between now and inauguration day.
Sat Nov 23 2024
The battle to reduce road deaths
In Malaysia, over half a million road accidents have been recorded so far this year.
Sat Nov 23 2024
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