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1MDB asset recovery: 12 artworks worth over US$30mil on way back to Malaysia

KUALA LUMPUR: The United States Department of Justice (DOJ) has agreed to return 12 artworks worth more than US$30mil (RM122.79mil), part of the recovery of assets linked to 1Malaysia Development Bhd (1MDB).

Myanmar

Malaysians rescued from Myanmar job scam syndicates have arrived home safely, says the foreign ministry

he Malaysian Foreign Ministry successfully facilitated the repatriation of 20 Malaysians who were involved in online scam syndicates in Myawaddy, Myanmar.

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Fisherman found drowned after boat hit by strong waves off Pulau Bruit

MUKAH: A fisherman reported missing after being thrown into the sea when his boat was hit by strong waves in the waters off Tanjung Sirik, Pulau Bruit, Daro on Thursday (Dec 11), was found drowned on Saturday (Dec 13) afternoon.

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Malaysia among world's most peaceful countries, says Anwar

PETALING JAYA: Malaysia remains one of the most peaceful countries in the world despite its complex racial, religious, and regional diversity, says Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.

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Man claimed he murdered wife out of jealousy, says Penang police

BUKIT MERTAJAM: A man who admitted to murdering his wife at an apartment in Jalan Tuna Seberang Jaya here several days ago before he surrendered to the police on Thursday (Dec 11) is believed to have been motivated by jealousy.

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Economic empowerment of Indian community key to success for entrepreneurs, says Ramanan

KUALA LUMPUR: In two years as Deputy Entrepreneur and Cooperatives Development Minister, Datuk Seri R. Ramanan has led significant reforms, including a record allocation of over RM471.5mil, opening a new chapter in improving the socio-economic standing of Indian community entrepreneurs.

Sabah & Sarawak

Sabah polls show voters prefer local parties that align with federal govt, says Saifuddin

KULIM: The results of the recent Sabah Election indicates that the people of Sabah tend to choose local parties that are friendly to the federal unity government, says Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail.

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Two killed, three injured as loading crane collapses in Pontian

PONTIAN: Two workers have been killed and three others injured when a crane used to load coal collapsed in Kukup here.

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Malaysia urges Thailand, Cambodia to cease military action along border

PETALING JAYA: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim urges both Thailand and Cambodia to cease all forms of hostilities, effective Saturday (Dec 13) night.

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Students’ voices key to school safety reforms

KUALA LUMPUR: Coordination between schools, families and support agencies remains limited, leaving many students without timely help when they are in distress, says Assoc. Prof. Datuk Dr Monna Ong Siew Siew.

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Six teens arrested for racing, performing reckless motorcycle stunts on Second Link Expressway

ISKANDAR PUTERI: Police have arrested six teenagers for performing dangerous motorcycle stunts on the Second Link Expressway here on Saturday morning (Dec 13).

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Namewee's bail extended pending toxicology report on influencer's death

KUALA LUMPUR: The police bail for rapper Namewee, whose real name is Wee Meng Chee, has been extended for another month until Jan 11, 2026.

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Allow students to have a voice in policies that will shape their own future

KUALA LUMPUR: Students must have a voice in policies that shape their lives, rather than leaving such decisions solely to adults, says Tan Sri Chan Kong Choy.

Sabah & Sarawak

Paris Court ruling confirms Sabah's sovereignty, says Shafie

KOTA KINABALU: The Paris Court of Appeal's decision to cancel the so-called "Final Award" of US$14.9bil to the self-claimed heirs of the defunct Sulu sultanate reaffirms that Sabah is not a commercial property, says Warisan president, Datuk Seri Mohd Shafie Apdal.

Sabah & Sarawak

Sabah will have a mini scheduled waste management facility, says Ewon

KOTA KINABALU: The ground-breaking ceremony for Sabah's first mini Scheduled Waste Management Facility was officiated by the state's Deputy Chief Minister III, who is also the Industrial Development, Entrepreneurship and Transportation Minister, Datuk Ewon Benedick.

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Several politicians also involved in S. Korean cult, says Home Ministry

KULIM: Several politicians are involved in a cult originating from South Korea that has come under scrutiny lately, says Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail

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Thunderstorms, heavy rain expected in 13 states and KL, Putrajaya and Labuan

PETALING JAYA: The Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) has issued a warning of thunderstorms, heavy rain and strong winds across 13 states as well as the Federal Territories of Kuala Lumpur, Putrajaya and Labuan, effective until 5pm on Saturday (Dec 13).

Sabah & Sarawak

Sarawak’s power supply to Sabah went live from today

KOTA KINABALU: The 275kV Sabah–Sarawak Interconnection is now operational, significantly improving the power supply in the region.

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Eight fire stations respond to factory blaze in Puncak Alam

PETALING JAYA: A fire broke out at a factory in Puncak Alam, prompting a response from around eight fire stations to bring the blaze under control.

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Muhyiddin denies Mahathir's claims of stolen party funds

PETALING JAYA: Perikatan Nasional chairman Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin has denied Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad's claims that he had stolen party funds and kept the money at home.