Father of five fined RM6,000 for threatening DBKL officer over balloon vendor incident

A Kuala Lumpur father of five was fined RM6,000 for threatening a Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) enforcement officer via WhatsApp. The 57-year-old clothing trader pleaded guilty to inciting others against the officer and criminal intimidation. The magistrate stressed the need for public interest to prevail, stating the man's remarks were akin to "pouring fuel on fire." The lawyer argued for a minimal fine as his client is the sole breadwinner for his family, while the prosecution pressed for a deterrent sentence due to the nature of the threats and intimidation.

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Lodging operator fined RM50,000 for power theft in Sibu

A 45-year-old lodging operator in Sibu, Malaysia, was fined RM50,000 for stealing electricity from Syarikat Sesco Berhad six years ago. Ting Siew King pleaded guilty to the charge under Section 33(5) of the Electricity Ordinance. Sesco discovered the theft during a raid in 2020, finding direct tapping wires on nine electricity meters. Ting, the registered owner and account holder, admitted to preventing accurate electricity consumption recording. He has since repaid RM95,812.56 in arrears. The judge considered his guilty plea and the fact the offense predated the 2023 amendment to the Electricity Ordinance, which increased penalties.

ARM Teases Next-Generation Lumex CSS Chipset

ARM briefly teased its next-generation Lumex CSS chipset, revealing the names of its CPU and GPU: "Travis" and "Drage", respectively. ARM promises double-digit IPC performance gains, AI acceleration, and Scalable Matrix Extensions (SME) for the Travis CPU. Drage GPU will offer "increased GFX capabilities". CSS stands for Compute Subsystems, encompassing various components like processors, memory, and storage. Further details, including information on the Arm-based N1 series chips expected from MediaTek and NVIDIA, were not disclosed.

From 30 days to six months: Jail term increased for Nissan Navara driver in Duta Toll motorcycle crash

A Kuala Lumpur High Court increased a driver's jail sentence from 30 days to six months for reckless driving that caused a motorcycle accident near the Duta Toll Plaza. The driver, K. Darmaraju, hit a couple on a motorcycle and fled the scene. The judge also upheld the RM12,000 fine and five-year driving license disqualification. The prosecution argued for a harsher sentence due to the victims' permanent disabilities, while the defense requested the initial sentence be maintained.

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Penolong kanan sambut ketibaan 1,300 murid di pintu pagar sekolah setiap pagi

Vu Van Ben, an assistant principal at Tran Nhan Tong Primary School in Nam Dinh Province, Vietnam, greets all 1,300 students at the school gate every morning. This practice, which he's done for eight years, has gained attention on social media. Van Ben believes this simple gesture of shaking hands and greeting each student shows care and respect, ensuring they feel valued. He was motivated to start this tradition after witnessing how adults sometimes treat children unfairly.

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Astaka, Kimlun mulakan kerja pembinaan projek kediaman Arden

Astaka Holdings and Kimlun Corporation have commenced construction on Arden, a 68-story residential service project in Johor Bahru, part of the One Bukit Senyum development. With a gross development value of RM800 million, Arden will house 618 premium serviced residences and is expected to be completed by 2030. Designed as an international landmark within the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone, it will be the second tallest building in Johor Bahru upon completion. The project boasts hotel-standard amenities and an Integrated Hotel Accommodation Management model for maximizing returns.

Ringgit strengthens against US dollar on weaker greenback following US credit rating downgrade

The Malaysian ringgit strengthened against the US dollar due to a weaker US Dollar Index, which fell 0.71% to 100.376. This decline was attributed to concerns over the US government's credit rating downgrade following populist measures by the Trump administration. The ringgit rose to 4.2870/2945 against the greenback. While the US dollar's global reserve currency status remains, the ongoing trade tensions may lead to reassessment. Against other currencies, the ringgit saw mixed performance, appreciating against the Philippine peso but depreciating against the Japanese yen, euro, British pound, Singapore dollar, and Thai baht.

Neta Auto Malaysia Denies Parent Company Bankruptcy Claims

Neta Auto Malaysia has refuted claims circulating on social media about its parent company, Hozon Auto, going bankrupt. The company clarified that a creditor filed a bankruptcy application due to a debt dispute, a standard legal procedure. Neta Malaysia assured customers that its Malaysian operations, including sales, deliveries, and aftersales services, remain unaffected. This follows reports of Hozon Auto's financial struggles in China, including production halts and layoffs. However, Hozon Auto has reportedly secured a debt-to-equity swap with suppliers and a substantial credit line from a Thai financial institution.

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Bursa Malaysia tumbles nearly 1pc as weak China data and US credit downgrade spook investors

Bursa Malaysia closed lower on Monday, tracking weak Asian markets influenced by poor Chinese economic data and the US credit rating downgrade. The FBM KLCI dropped 15.61 points to 1,556.14. Market breadth was negative, with losers outnumbering gainers. Analysts view the dip as a buying opportunity, particularly for high-dividend blue-chip stocks like banks and utilities. Despite the sell-off, trading volume remained healthy, suggesting continued investor interest. Experts remain cautiously optimistic about the market, citing Malaysia's strong economic fundamentals.

PM to officiate Kaamatan Festival

Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim will officiate the opening of the 2025 Sabah State-Level Kaamatan Festival on May 30th. Head of State, Tun Musa Aman, will preside over the closing ceremony on May 31st. Deputy Chief Minister Datuk Seri Panglima Dr Jeffrey G. Kitingan, also the festival's main committee chairman, confirmed this after briefing Tun Musa. The festival, themed "Kaamatan For All", will feature cultural performances, traditional house visits at the KDCA Centre, and the Unduk Ngadau competition. It aims to boost Sabah's economy and attract local and international visitors, including those from Kalimantan, ambassadors, and investors.

DBKL turns to AI to ease traffic and modernise city services in Kuala Lumpur

Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) is integrating AI into its smart city management through digital twin technology and AI-powered traffic management. The digital twin creates a virtual city model for efficient urban planning and emergency response, while AI traffic management optimizes traffic flow and detects incidents to reduce congestion and improve safety. The Digital Ministry highlighted these initiatives during a visit to the Kuala Lumpur Command and Control Centre, emphasizing AI's role in modernizing urban infrastructure and improving quality of life. The Smart City Expo Kuala Lumpur (SCEKL 2025) will showcase Malaysia's advancements in smart city development.

Hajiji engages influencers, pledges support for creative talent and entrepreneurship

Sabah Chief Minister Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor engaged with over 70 influencers at the 'Santai YAB Ketua Menteri Bersama Pempengaruh Sabah 2025' program in Kota Kinabalu. Influencers voiced their needs and aspirations, including establishing a governing body for local creative talent and support for influencer entrepreneurship. Hajiji affirmed the government's commitment to supporting these communities and incorporating their contributions into Sabah's development plans.

Alphard ustaz sudah jumpa, dron, DSLR hilang

Ustaz Mohd. Firdaus Mat Akhir's Toyota Alphard, reported stolen in Ipoh, has been found in Bukit Merah, Perak. The MPV was undamaged, but a drone and DSLR camera with lens are missing. Firdaus confirmed the vehicle's recovery and expressed gratitude to those who helped. The vehicle has been taken to the Ipoh District Police Headquarters. He is offering a reward for information leading to the recovery of the missing equipment.

Sabah Parks sets coral planting record in Tun Mustapha Park

Sabah Parks, along with WWF-Malaysia, UMS, local communities, and other partners, achieved a Malaysia Book of Records recognition for planting 12,000 coral fragments within Tun Mustapha Park. Minister Christina Liew officiated the ceremony, commending the collaborative effort involving over 500 participants, including divers, non-divers, and local communities. The project, completed in four days, was largely funded by corporate social responsibility contributions and marks a significant milestone in marine conservation efforts.

Crypto mining power theft uncovered at Krokop, Pujut residential properties

Two residential properties in Miri, Sarawak were raided for stealing electricity to power cryptocurrency mining operations. Sarawak Energy Berhad (SEB) estimated a monthly loss of RM17,000 in unbilled electricity. A total of 33 mining servers were seized, and the illegal connections posed significant fire and electrocution risks. SEB continues to combat power theft and urges the public to report suspicious activities.

PNB catat agihan pendapatan, bonus RM14.5 bilion kepada pemegang unit

Permodalan Nasional Berhad (PNB) announced a record RM14.5 billion income distribution and bonus to its unit holders across 18 fixed-price and variable-price funds. Driven by a positive macroeconomic and capital market environment and a diversified asset strategy, PNB's net income grew by 30.2% to RM16.97 billion. Chairman Raja Tan Sri Arshad Raja Tun Uda highlighted the increased number of unit holders and accounts, reaching 13.1 million and 16.2 million respectively. Total assets under management recovered to RM348.3 billion. The flagship fund, Amanah Saham Bumiputra (ASB), distributed an income of 5.75 sen, the highest in five years.