Peninsula loan shark engages Sibu gang for debt recovery
Police exposed the operations of unlicensed money lenders who employed a local group to use violent tactics in debt collection.
Wed Sep 27 2023
Three rescued after sharks attack yacht off Australian coast
Both hulls of the vessel have been damaged following several shark attacks, the AMSA said in a statement.
Wed Sep 06 2023
In an ancient shark showdown, 'Jaws' may have doomed 'The Meg'
An examination of the zinc content of teeth from sharks both living and extinct is providing clues about the largest-known shark.
Wed Jun 01 2022
Bukit Aman receive info on loan sharks targeting flood victims
Bukit Aman's Commercial Crime Investigation Department has received information about unlicensed money lenders approaching flood victims to offer loans.
Mon Dec 27 2021
Better watch out, better not bite: Thai Santa divers feed sharks
For the sharks, stingrays, and schools of colourful fish, the diving duo brought joy to their world as they flung out food scraps.
Sat Dec 11 2021
Surfing doctor finds simple life-saving shark bite treatment
Find the middle point between the hip and the genitals, make a fist and push as hard as you can.
Sat Sep 25 2021
Entrepreneurs should borrow from Tekun Nasional, not Ah Longs - Wan Junaidi
The Ministry of Entrepreneur Development and Cooperatives (MEDAC) called on micro-enterprises to reach out to its agency, TEKUN Nasional for hassle-free financing assistance and not go to loan sharks.
Wed Jul 21 2021
Malaysia's reef sharks stricken with mystery skin disease
Some early reports suggesting rising sea temperatures could be to blame.
Mon Jun 14 2021
Endangered bamboo sharks given helping hand in Gulf of Thailand
Researchers hope to remove the bamboo sharks from the International Union for Conservation of Nature's "Near Threatened" red list.
Mon Jun 07 2021
Special committee to address loan sharks woes needed urgently - PPIM
A special committee to address the issue of unlicensed money lenders or ah long needed to be formed urgently, said Muslim Consumers Association of Malaysia (PPIM) head activist Datuk Nadzim Johan.
Thu Apr 20 2017
MACC must have concrete evidence to prosecute 'big sharks' - Analyst
Dr Awang Azman Awang Pawi said this showed that the agency was firm and would not be deterred by the politicians' party ideology, ranks and positions.
Sat Jan 28 2017
Loan sharks in China offer student loans for nude photos
Preying on young women who need money for college and other expenses, Internet lenders in China are reportedly offering them high-interest loans in exchange for nude photos of themselves.
Sat Jun 18 2016
Two held over attempt to bomb open ATM
Barat Daya district police chief Supt Lai Fah Hin said the duo aged 25 an 30 were picked up separately in Air Itam here at 9pm Tuesday.
Wed Mar 30 2016
Shark swallows shark in Seoul aquarium
Visitors to a giant aquarium in Seoul on Friday were presented with the gory aftermath of a territorial dispute between two sharks, which left one dead inside the mouth and gullet of the other.
Fri Jan 29 2016
Police free man abducted by loan sharks
The suspects had demanded a sum of money from the victim's brother before agreeing to free the victim.
Thu Oct 16 2014
Astro AWANI's revamped English news website, AWANI International, launches on Oct 21
Astro AWANI's revamped English platform delivers in-depth global news and expert analysis to keep you informed on key developments.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Israeli strikes kill 33 people in Jabalia refugee camp in Gaza, medics say
Residents of Jabalia said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp after pushing through suburbs and residential districts.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Liam Payne's ex-partner calls for media restraint after 'painful' death
Cheryl Tweedy used her statement to urge the media to remember they had a seven-year-old son, Bear, who could read the reports.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Analysts: Indonesia's strong MoF leadership team to boost investor confidence
Sri Mulyani Indrawati as head of Indonesia's Ministry of Finance is expected to instil confidence among investors.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Biden offers both a carrot and a stick to Israel as his term nears an end
Israel has frequently resisted US advice and has caused political difficulties for the Biden administration.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Putin says BRICS will generate most of global economic growth
Russian President Vladimir Putin will host a summit of the group in the city of Kazan on Oct. 22-24.
Sat Oct 19 2024
ISIS Malaysia's perspective of Budget 2025
An excellent rakyat-centric budget under the overarching principle of a caring and humane economy.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Record increase in STR, SARA aid initiatives
The government will provide a significant boost to the Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah (STR) and Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA) initiatives next year.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: EPF contributions to be made mandatory for foreign workers – PM Anwar
The government plans to make it compulsory for all non-citizen workers to contribute to the Employees Provident Fund (EPF).
Fri Oct 18 2024
What policies to expect from Indonesia's new President Prabowo
Prabowo will be open to foreign investment, his aide has said, such as by offering investors management of airports and sea ports.
Fri Oct 18 2024