
Floods recede in Beaufort, but residents remain wary of downstream water flow
While floods in Beaufort are receding, residents remain on alert for downstream water flow that could bring floodwaters from inland areas.
Wed Mar 12 2025
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[COLUMNIST] Malaysia's economy is a steady ship in choppy waters
Ultimately, the key is how to ensure smooth and timely implementation of reforms to leverage Malaysia's sound fundamentals.
Tue Feb 25 2025

MAHB delisting after 25 years - watershed moment for airport operator’s privatisation
The government contends the privatisation would allow the company to respond more swiftly to industry demands.
Mon Feb 24 2025

Different songs for different days: Why it’s important to actively chose the music for your mood
The power of music comes from our choices in what to listen to and the human agency we express in this act.
Sun Feb 16 2025

India's Modi takes 'holy dips' at Maha Kumbh, week after stampede killed dozens
Security personnel stood in the water nearby while thousands of people crowded the banks to watch the prime minister perform the rituals.
Wed Feb 05 2025

American Airlines jet, Army helicopter collide, crash into Washington's Potomac River
The Washington Post reports that multiple bodies have been recovered from the water.
Thu Jan 30 2025

Pahang sees slight increase in flood evacuees, Johor declines to 2,498
JPBN says only the water level at Sungai Kahang in Kampung Contoh, Kluang, remains above the danger level.
Tue Jan 14 2025

India's Maha Kumbh festival sees 15 million people take holy dip on first day
Nearly 15 million Hindus, six times the number expected, took a dip in freezing waters seeking absolution of their sins.
Tue Jan 14 2025

8 crew rescued after Malaysia-registered tanker sinks in Singapore waters
At the time of the incident, the tanker Silver Sincere was reported to be taking in water.
Mon Jan 13 2025

As Panama remembers bloody past, a message for Trump: the canal is ours
Some protesters burn an effigy of President-elect Donald Trump who has threatened to retake the vital global waterway.
Fri Jan 10 2025

Increase in number of flood victims in Perak
According to the Perak Drainage and Irrigation Department, the water in Sungai Perak at Pasang Api, Bagan Datuk, is at a danger level.
Fri Jan 10 2025

MMEA increases patrols to combat illegal immigrant incursions
As part of Op Guard 4.0, both maritime and aerial assets are being deployed to secure Malaysia's waters and prevent unlawful intrusions.
Thu Jan 09 2025

Malaysia, Singapore reopen discussion on long-standing issues
Malaysia and Singapore are reopening discussions on long-standing issues such as water supply, maritime delimitation and airspace.
Tue Jan 07 2025

Safety warning issued after Australia's summer drowning death toll hits 44
Australian lifeguards have issued a safety warning after a spate of drownings across the country in the beginning of the summer.
Tue Jan 07 2025

China and Japan expected to discuss seafood ban on Wednesday
Beijing imposed the ban last August after Tokyo began releasing treated radioactive water from the wrecked Fukushima nuclear plant.
Tue Dec 24 2024

Russia lays out demands for talks with US on Ukraine, sources say
Russia has presented the U.S. with a list of demands for a deal to end its war against Ukraine and reset relations with the US, sources say
Thu Mar 13 2025

Astro launches Max on the Ultra and Ulti Box, bringing more premium entertainment options to Malaysian homes
Astro, Malaysias leading content and entertainment provider, today announced that Max, the premier streaming service from Warner Bros.
Thu Mar 13 2025

Duterte takes responsibility for Philippines drug war, anticipates long ICC battle
Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte said he takes full responsibility for his administration's "war on drugs"
Thu Mar 13 2025

Canada announces plan to ease Syria sanctions
The Canadian government on Wednesday announced plans to ease sanctions on Syria during what it called a period of transition.
Thu Mar 13 2025

Zii Jia pulls out of Swiss Open due to injury
Malaysia's men's singles shuttler Lee Zii Jia has withdrawn from next week's Swiss Open due to a recurring right ankle injury.
Thu Mar 13 2025

MCMC probes man for uploading fake content on social media
A 47-year-old Malaysian man is being investigated for allegedly uploading fake content that touches on the 3R (religion, race and royalty) on social media.
Thu Mar 13 2025

KPDN calls on public to help report bottled cooking oil shortage
The Ministry of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living (KPDN) has urged the public to be the eyes and ears of the ministry and report shortages of bottled cooking oil in their areas.
Thu Mar 13 2025

ICJ to hold public hearings on Israel's obligations in occupied Palestinian territory
The International Court of Justice will hold hearings next month on Israel's obligations towards Palestinians, Anadolu Ajansi (AA) reported.
Thu Mar 13 2025

Anwar: Sapura Energy's rescue plan excludes former shareholders
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said Sapura Energy Bhd's (SEB) former major shareholders are no longer involved in the company's management as part of its restructuring efforts.
Thu Mar 13 2025

Intel names Lip-Bu Tan as new CEO
Intel Corporation (INTC.O) has appointed semiconductor Malaysian-born industry veteran and former board member Lip-Bu Tan as its new CEO.
Thu Mar 13 2025