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Villagers demand fair solution over 12-storey development in Petagas

Residents of Kampung Muhibbah Lama, Petagas are protesting a 12-storey mixed development project approved in 2021 on land purchased in 2010. They claim they were only notified three weeks ago, with a 30-day eviction notice for five houses. Concerns include traffic congestion, sewage issues, and lack of prior consultation. Despite meetings with officials and developers, no resolution has been reached. Villagers argue they have lived there for generations based on a verbal agreement and demand fair compensation or project adjustments. Developers claim the houses are illegal structures on commercial land.

AKSB perlu buat keputusan segera demi selamatkan LRA Bukit Remah

LBS, OHB bangunkan projek pembangunan industri bercampur RM7b di Melaka

Penang police chief: Woman clerk loses RM465,200 to fake ‘KLSEC’ investment scheme

A 47-year-old woman clerk in Penang lost RM465,200 to an online investment scam. She responded to a Facebook ad for "KLSEC" and contacted a woman via WhatsApp. After downloading the app and registering, she made 14 transactions totaling RM465,200, lured by a promised 60% return. Unable to withdraw her supposed profits, she was pressured to invest more, raising suspicions and leading her to file a police report. The case is being investigated under Section 420 of the Penal Code.

Kambing hilang pun minta tolong bomba

A video went viral in Indonesia showing firefighters in Sumenep, East Java, helping a resident find their lost goat. The resident reported the missing goat to the fire department, who promptly launched a search and successfully located the animal. The video garnered various comments online, with some praising the firefighters' dedication and suggesting they deserve a raise. Others highlighted the fire department's helpfulness to the community.

Bot TLDM hilang kawalan langgar bot pelancong ketika latihan LIMA’25

Fatal FRU crash: No need to amend laws, existing provisions enough to hold all accountable, says DPM Zahid

Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi stated that current laws are sufficient to investigate and prosecute those responsible for the Teluk Intan accident that killed nine FRU personnel. He emphasized the importance of strong enforcement. The lorry driver is remanded, and investigations are underway by the police and Road Transport Department (JPJ). Further investigations into the company and vehicle owner will be conducted by Puspakom under the Road Transport Act, overseen by the Ministry of Transport. This response follows public calls for accountability beyond the driver, extending to the company and vehicle owners.

Lenovo Launches New Legion Pro Laptops In Malaysia

Lenovo has launched its latest Legion Pro 7i and Pro 5i gaming laptops in Malaysia. Both feature Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX processors and up to NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 GPUs. They boast 16-inch WQXGA OLED displays with 240Hz (Pro 7i) and 165Hz (Pro 5i) refresh rates. The Pro 7i supports up to 64GB DDR5 RAM and a 99Whr battery, while the Pro 5i offers up to 32GB DDR5 RAM and an 80Whr battery. Both models offer up to 2TB PCIe 5.0 NVMe SSD storage. The Pro 7i starts at RM15,999, and the Pro 5i starts at RM7,499.

Ringgit inches up against US dollar on light demand amid cautious market mood

The Malaysian ringgit closed slightly higher against the US dollar, reaching 4.2795/2870, driven by moderate demand. Traders remain cautious, observing economic developments. While regional sentiment favors stronger Asian currencies, the ringgit's direction is unclear. Speculation links a potentially weaker US dollar to US-South Korea trade talks, but the ringgit's response was limited. It performed mixed against other currencies, strengthening against the Japanese yen, euro, British pound, Singapore dollar, and Thai baht, but weakening against the Indonesian rupiah and Philippine peso.

Polis musnahkan 1,500 pokok ketum di Hilir Perak

LBS, OHB bangunkan projek pembangunan industri bercampur RM7 bilion di Melaka

LBS Bina Group Berhad and Oriental Holdings Berhad (OHB) are partnering on a mixed industrial development project in Klebang, Melaka, valued at over RM7 billion. The 227-hectare project will be developed in four phases and includes industrial and commercial components. Melaka's strategic location within the Straits of Melaka Waterfront Economic Zone (SM-WEZ), coupled with the planned West Coast Expressway (WCE), is expected to drive growth and economic benefits.

MCMC probes social media post featuring incomplete Jalur Gemilang illustration

The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) is investigating a social media post displaying an incomplete Malaysian flag (Jalur Gemilang). One individual has been questioned and a phone seized. The investigation, launched after public complaints, falls under Section 233 of the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998, with potential penalties of up to RM500,000 fine and/or two years imprisonment. The MCMC urges responsible social media use, especially with AI and content generators, emphasizing self-regulation and fact-checking to prevent the spread of misleading content.

La Liga: Ramon bintang baharu Real Madrid

Real Madrid's young star, Jacobo Ramon, scored a 95th-minute winner against Real Mallorca in La Liga, delaying Barcelona's title celebrations. With the score tied 1-1, Barcelona were on the verge of winning the league due to their head-to-head record against Real Madrid. However, Ramon, making his Santiago Bernabeu debut, secured the victory for Real Madrid. Mallorca initially led through Martin Valjent, but Kylian Mbappe equalized in the second half, reaching his 40th goal of the season. Real Madrid now trail Barcelona by four points, who can clinch the title with a win against Espanyol.

Pengiktirafan buat MSDeaf bukti kemampuan urus tadbir cemerlang

PM Anwar slams unilateralism as arrogant power play, urges respect for small nations

Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim criticized unilateralism in international relations during a lecture at the Moscow State Institute of International Relations (MGIMO), where he received an honorary doctorate. He emphasized the importance of respecting all countries, regardless of size or wealth, and highlighted the need for strong economic fundamentals alongside human values. Anwar expressed gratitude to Russia for its hospitality and acknowledged the productive meeting with President Putin, emphasizing mutual respect despite differing backgrounds. He advocated for similar respect and equality within ASEAN and globally, promoting collaboration despite cultural and religious differences. He also mentioned the importance of youth and student exchanges between Malaysia and Russia.

Sarawakian teacher among outstanding educators honoured at 54th National Teachers’ Day

Malaysia celebrated National Teachers' Day, honoring educators for their dedication and innovation. Sarawakian teacher Muhammad Nazmi Rosli received the Education Minister's Special Award for his creative, student-centered teaching methods and was also named a top 10 finalist for the 2025 Global Teacher Prize. He emphasized that mindset, not infrastructure, is the biggest challenge in education. Other awardees included Karthikesan Manikabasagan for innovative math learning tools.

Honda Malaysia President: EV CKD Incentives Crucial

Honda Malaysia launched the e:N1 BEV but confirmed no local assembly (CKD) is planned due to the government's tax exemption for CKD EVs only extending to 2027. Honda Malaysia's President, Sarly Adle Sarkum, expressed concern, stating that automakers need longer than five years to see a return on CKD investment. He emphasized the importance of government incentives beyond 2027 for the entire automotive industry. The current CBU tax exemption ends this year, potentially increasing the e:N1's price and hindering EV adoption in Malaysia.

Lain daripada lain, ular jadi aksesori pengantin

A bride in Tulungagung, East Java, Indonesia, surprised guests by wearing a snake as an accessory during her wedding. A video shared by the makeup artist showed the bride calmly posing with the green snake around her neck and a bird on her shoulder. The makeup artist explained that the bride is an animal lover, and the snake is one of her pets, hence its inclusion in the wedding.

DBKL keluar 6 notis kompaun kepada kontraktor sekitar Wangsa Maju

Bursa Malaysia ends lower on profit-taking  

Bursa Malaysia closed lower, mirroring regional market trends, as investors took profits after recent gains. The FBM KLCI fell 0.66% to 1,573.02, with broader market declines outweighing advances. Analysts attribute the downturn to profit-taking amidst easing optimism about US-China trade relations. Despite the drop, analysts remain cautiously optimistic, citing returning foreign investment and improving market volume. The market is expected to consolidate further pending Malaysia's Q1 GDP figures.