KUANTAN: A worker was reported trapped in a rockfall at a quarry in Ulu Gali, Sungai Ruan, Raub, yesterday. Raub Police chief Supt Mohd Shahril Abdul Rahman said the victim, Mohammad Fazrul Illahi Ab Rahman, 30, from Tanah Merah, Kelantan, was operating an excavator when he was struck by falling rocks
GEORGE TOWN: Malaysia is embarking on a bold wave of healthcare reforms aimed at building a more resilient, equitable and future-ready system, said Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad. Speaking at the Malaysian Medical Association (MMA) annual banquet in conjunction with its 65th Annual General Meeting here last night, he outlined several key
KOTA KINABALU: The number of flood victims in Sabah has increased to 400 people from 125 families as of 9 am today, compared to 391 people from 126 families yesterday. The Sabah Disaster Management Committee (JPBN), in a statement, said the number of flood victims had, however, dropped to 247 victims (74
Despite her busy schedule as an academic, former Malaysian beauty queen Dr Soo Wincci’s love for the arts has never faded. According to the “Kau Yang Satu” actress, her passion continues to drive her return to the screen, especially when offered challenging and quality roles. “I still see myself as
Samsons Live in Malaysia Indonesian pop-rock band Samsons has chosen Malaysia as the first venue to showcase a new track from their sixth album at the Samsons Live in Malaysia – Kenangan Terindah concert at IDEA Live Arena, Petaling Jaya, on Nov 9. The concert promises to be unique, featuring
KUALA LUMPUR: The ringgit is expected to trade within a tight range next week as investor focus shifts to the United States’ anticipated interest rate cut. Bank Muamalat Malaysia Bhd chief economist Dr Mohd Afzanizam Abdul Rashid said the ringgit may climb higher after breaching the RM4.20 level, especially if the US
KUALA LUMPUR: The Investment, Trade and Industry Ministry (MITI) has received more than 40 proposals from industry players for the upcoming Budget 2026. In a post on X, MITI Minister Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Aziz said the proposals covered various areas, including fiscal and non-fiscal incentives, technology, research and development
IPOH, Perak: Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris (UPSI) believes the matriculation programme should be retained as one of the key pathways to higher education institutions to ensure fair and inclusive access for all students. In its statement, UPSI’s Corporate Communications Division said abolishing the matriculation programme would restrict students’ opportunities to
MERSING, Johor: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim stressed that the development of an advanced nation must be founded on humanitarian values such as morality, discipline and compassion. He said the true measure of a nation’s success lies in its humanitarian values, not solely in its economic achievements, digital technology or
BATU KAWAN, Seberang Perai, Penang: The Ministry of Health’s (MOH’s) commitment to strengthening food safety controls has shown positive results, with food poisoning cases nationwide dropping by 28.9 per cent. Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad said the number of cases fell to 12,821 as of the 36th Epidemiological Week (ME
