Malaysia’s ex-PM Najib Razak says Saudi king donated millions to ensure stability
Najib said he only found out about US$1.05 billion in his personal bank account after the anti-corruption commission took his statement.
Malaysian ex-leader Najib to take stand in 1MDB trial
Former Malaysian leader Najib Razak will take the stand to defend his conduct in the 1MDB scandal on Tuesday (Dec 3), as the first of several trials linked to the multi-billion-dollar fraud enters a crucial stage.
Malaysia wants to spend RM5 million to study the possibility of building a third bridge with Singapore
The third bridge between Singapore and Malaysia may not be coming so soon, but a RM5 million (S$1.6 million) study to look into its feasibility is on the horizon.
10 amazing adventures in Malaysia for 2020
10 amazing adventures in Malaysia for 2020 – 1. Mountain trails, 2. Gastronomic riches, 3. Family friendly … and more …
Malaysia basketball chief disciplined over flag blunder
Malaysia’s basketball chief has taken indefinite leave after an incorrect version of the national flag was displayed at a youth tournament, sparking nationwide outrage, accusations of “betrayal” and even a police probe.
Netball: Singapore lose to Malaysia in tightly-contested game, but move on to semis
It was a SEA Games round-robin match played with the intensity of a final and at the end of it, Malaysia emerged victorious 54-49 as they beat rivals Singapore at the Santa Rosa multi-purpose sports complex in Laguna on Friday (Nov 29).
Election pledges haunt Malaysia’s Pakatan Harapan after by-election loss
Pakatan Harapan’s crushing by-election defeat in Johor last weekend has cast the spotlight on its unfulfilled election promises, and despite it forming two committees to track those pledges, Malaysia’s ruling coalition appears far from appeasing voters.
Malaysia SEA Games contingent gets vaccinated for polio
All SEA Games-bound Malaysia athletes and officials comprising a total of 1,114 have been ordered to be vaccinated for polio.
Execution of Malaysian drug trafficker: Singapore says it has sovereign right to use death penalty
Singapore on Friday (Nov 22) underlined its sovereign right to use the death penalty against drug offenders and said that it expects other countries to respect its laws, in response to comments by a Malaysian minister over the execution of a citizen in Singapore.
No authorisation given for Malaysia’s ‘flying car’ test flight, says aviation authority
The planned test flight on Thursday (Nov 21) for Malaysia’s aspiring aerial mobility vehicle does not have the approval of the Civil Aviation Authority of Malaysia (CAAM).
Nearly 1,000 China nationals nabbed in Malaysia, believed to be online scam workers
Malaysian authorities have nabbed nearly 1,000 China nationals who were believed to be working in the country with an online scam syndicate, local media reported.
Malaysia stocks get cheaper by the day but few want to buy them
Asia’s worst-performing major stock market is getting cheaper by the day. But that’s not enough to lure investors back.
Experts concerned as Malaysians outnumber foreigners in international schools
Experts are concerned as Malaysian students in international schools now significantly outnumber their foreign counterparts, Berita Harian reported today.
Owner of Malaysian KFC and Pizza Hut operator considering selling it
QSR Brands (M) Holdings’ owners are considering a sale of the fast-food operator, which runs KFC and Pizza Hut restaurants in South-east Asia, after shelving an initial public offering earlier this year, people with knowledge of the matter said.
Malaysia mixed doubles pair power into the semi-finals
Great run: Malaysia’s Goh Soon Huat and Shevon Lai Jemie (left) are through to the mixed doubles semi-finals of the ongoing Hong Kong Open.
Survey: Malaysian employees are overworked, sleep deprived, unhealthy
A survey has found that Malaysian employees are overworked, and sleep deprived, with 51 per cent suffering from at least one dimension of work-related stress as well as 53 per cent getting less than seven hours of sleep in a 24-hour period.
Johor’s needs to be prioritised in times of water crisis: Malaysian water minister
The Malaysian government will prioritise the water needs of Johoreans over those of “outsiders” in the event of a water crisis, said Water, Land and Natural Resources Minister Xavier Jayakumar on Tuesday (Nov 12).
Singaporeans reminded to ensure passports are stamped correctly at Malaysian immigration
Singaporeans travelling to Malaysia over the school holidays should check that their passports are stamped correctly, Singapore’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) said on Wednesday (Nov 13) in a travel reminder ahead of the upcoming school holidays.
Malaysia to consider 7-day paternity leave proposal for private sector
The Malaysian Cabinet may discuss, by the end of the year, calls for the implementation of seven-day paternity leave for the private sector, said Human Resources Minister M Kula Segaran on Wednesday (Nov 13).
Alibaba to open largest Taobao store in Malaysia this month
Online shopping is all the rage these days, but there are still people who may be put off by the idea of shelling out hard-earned cash for things they cannot feel or touch for themselves on the Internet.