Singer Yasin gets life imprisonment, 16 strokes of the cane over drug offences
The High Court sentenced Yasin Sulaiman after finding him guilty of possessing, cultivating, self-administering marijuana.
Thu Aug 22 2024
KL police chief: 18 officers, personnel dismissed in first eight months of 2023
Kuala Lumpur police chief Datuk Allaudeen Abdul Majid said apart from them, six policemen were also demoted in the same period.
Wed Sep 20 2023
Malaysian arrested with more than 4.7kg of heroin at Singapore's Woodlands Checkpoint
A 22-year-old male Malaysian travelling in the car was arrested for suspected drug offences, authorities said in a statement.
Tue Aug 08 2023
Detainee dies in lockup after having breathing difficulties - Bukit Aman
Datuk Seri Azri Ahmad said the 59-year-old detainee was arrested on July 6 for drug offences.
Wed Jul 26 2023
More than 20,000 Iindividuals arrested for drug offences since January
PDRM arrested 28,710 individuals suspected of being involved in various drug offences nationwide under the 'Op Tapis Khas 1 to 7' operation from January.
Sat Dec 10 2022
11,472 individuals nabbed for various drug offences in Johor
The Johor Police arrested 11,472 individuals for various drug offences through Op Tapis, conducted across the state from Jan 1 to Oct 12.
Fri Oct 14 2022
Analysis: Abolishment of mandatory death penalty signals nuanced take on drug problems
The death penalty has proven not to be an effective deterrent, not only in Malaysia but worldwide, a human rights lawyer said.
Fri Jun 17 2022
Nasyid singer arrested for alleged drug offence - Police
A nasyid singer has been arrested by the police for an alleged drug-related offence at a condominium in Kota Damansara yesterday.
Fri Mar 25 2022
M'sian in death row granted respite by S'pore president
Malaysian Pausi Jefridin, who was scheduled to be hanged on Wednesday (Feb 16) for a drug offence has been granted a respite by the republic's president, Halimah Yacob.
Thu Feb 17 2022
41 nabbed in Tampin for various drug offences
The drugs seized are heroin (99 grams) and syabu (17g) with a total value of RM6,400, police said.
Sun Jan 23 2022
Malaysian in death row has been accorded full due process under the law - Lee, Vivian
Lee Hsien Loong and Dr Vivian Balakrishnan have replied that the Malaysian awaiting execution for a drug offence has been accorded full due process under the law.
Fri Nov 12 2021
Retiree claims cheated by nephew of RM16,000 for son's release
The retiree said he received a WhatsApp message from a man claiming to be a police officer about his son being detained for a drug offence.
Wed Sep 22 2021
Police bust 'Nuar Manchis' gang, seize drugs worth over RM48,000
Mohd Yusri said both suspects tested positive for methamphetamine and each had a previous drug offence.
Wed Mar 10 2021
Three men, including disabled, nabbed for drug offences
Police detained three men, including a disabled, on suspicion of drug abuse activities in three separate raids conducted around Padang Serai in Kulim, yesterday.
Mon Aug 17 2020
Night market trader gets jail for robbing Uber driver
A night market trader who is currently serving a jail term for a drug offence in Negeri Sembilan, was sentenced to another five years' jail and a stroke of the rotan by the Sessions Court here today.
Wed Jun 21 2017
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