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Defence Ministry plans strategic buys under 13MP to modernise armed forces

KUALA LUMPUR: The modernisation of defence assets will be implemented progressively and in an orderly and realistic manner, says Datuk Seri Mohamed Khaled Nordin.

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Luxury sedan driver pleads not guilty to fatal dangerous driving near Bentong

BENTONG: A man pleaded not guilty at the Magistrate's Court here on Monday (Dec 15) to a charge of dangerous driving and causing the death of a married couple last week.

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Trailer driver in Kesas toll plaza crash charged with DUI

SHAH ALAM: A trailer driver has pleaded not guilty in a Magistrate's Court here on Monday (Dec 15) to a charge of driving under the influence of drugs and causing injury in a crash at a toll plaza last week.

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Langkawi boat tragedy: Claim bodies of victims, cops urge next of kin

ALOR SETAR: Police are asking the next of kin of or anyone who recognises illegal immigrants who died in a boat capsize incident in Malaysian-Thailand border waters in November to come forward to claim the bodies of the victims.

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T'ganu MMEA to step up anti-encroachment measures during monsoon season

DUNGUN: The Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency (MMEA) in Terengganu is stepping up enforcement operations to curb encroachment by foreign fishing boats in the state's waters throughout the monsoon season.

Sabah & Sarawak

PBS to review election performance and safeguard Sabah’s rights at annual conference

KOTA KINABALU: Parti Bersatu Sabah (PBS) will review its performance in the recent 17th state election and deliberate on policies to safeguard Sabah's rights at its 40th Annual Delegates Conference, says Datuk Joniston Bangkuai.

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T'ganu orders monsoon safety alert, bans swimming and camping

KUALA NERUS: Hotel and tourism operators in Terengganu have been instructed to brief guests and screen safety videos about monsoon-related dangers ahead of the school holidays starting next week.

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First phase of MBW Bay development completed

The first phase of the MBW Bay (Vista Tiara) project — Florian Residences Tower 7 and 8 — developed by a subsidiary of MB World Group Bhd, has been completed.

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Midea sets a new Malaysia Book of Records milestone

Midea Malaysia marked a key milestone with the simultaneous launch of 18 Midea-brand stores across the country, a first-of-its-kind national rollout recognised by the Malaysia Book of Records for the most electrical appliance outlets launching in an event.

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Longjing opens in Kuala Lumpur

Longjing restaurant, China's leading Zhejiang cuisine brand, announces its official entry into Malaysia with the grand opening of its first outlet at Pavilion Kuala Lumpur.

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Crime, bullying incidents in schools spark comprehensive reforms

KUALA LUMPUR: This year marked a major turning point for the country in addressing school safety issues following several heartbreaking incidents involving bullying and crime in educational institutions.

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Seri Negara restoration focused on preserving character, improving safety, says Khazanah

KUALA LUMPUR: Khazanah Nasional has completed the restoration of Seri Negara, one of the nation's historic buildings where the 1957 Federation of Malaya Agreement was signed, marking Malaysia's independence.

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The Star snags two awards for reporting excellence at Melaka Chief Minister Media Awards 2025

MELAKA: The Star has been honoured for excellence in news reporting during the Melaka Chief Minister's Media Awards 2025 held at a leading hotel here.

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Automatic licensing of digital providers will define clear-cut responsibilities, says BHEUU

PETALING JAYA: The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission's (MCMC) Deeming Provision to consider major digital providers as automatically licensed will define clear cut responsibilities for digital platforms in ensuring the most vulnerable groups are protected from online dangers, says the legal affairs division of the Prime Minister's Department (BHEUU).

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Tanker truck-trailer crash near Rompin, two injured

KUANTAN: Two were injured in an accident involving a tanker truck carrying chemicals and a trailer loaded with used iron at KM109 Jalan Kuantan - Segamat near Kampung Gadak Bridge, Muadzam Shah, Rompin, on Sunday (Dec 14) night.

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Govt steps up flood preparedness for possible second wave

KUALA LUMPUR: The government has taken proactive steps to strengthen preparedness and early warning systems to address the risk of a second wave of floods, Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said.

Sabah & Sarawak

Hearts United: Sibu to usher in 2026 with community-centred gala

SIBU: The city will usher in the New Year with the Sibu Municipal Council (SMC) New Year Countdown 2026, a large-scale public celebration themed "Hearts United", at Dataran Tun Tuanku Bujang (Phase 1) from 8pm on Dec 31.

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Nearly one-third of over 1,000 daycare centres received Bomba safety notices

KUALA LUMPUR: The Fire and Rescue Department (JBPM) has issued 373 notices to 1,172 childcare centres it inspected since October for failing to comply with safety regulations.

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Manhunt for suspect in Simpang Pulai shooting, stabbing case ongoing, says Perak cop

IPOH: The police are actively tracking down a suspect believed to be involved in the shooting and stabbing of a police officer and the discovery of a woman's body inside a car in Simpang Pulai on Sept 7.

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MCMC's platform licensing move a good step forward for digital governance, says IGP

PETALING JAYA: The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission's (MCMC) Deeming Provision to consider major digital providers as automatically licensed – and therefore subject to Malaysian laws – from Jan 1 is a step towards strengthening governance of such platforms, says Bukit Aman.