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Analyst warns Petros replacing Petronas as gas aggregator could destabilise system

PETALING JAYA, Sept. 6 -- Oil and gas analyst Jamil A Ghani has cautioned that Sarawak's push for its state-owned firm Petros to take over from Petronas as Malaysia's sole gas aggregator could pose ri... Read More


Singapore officer admits taking over RM12,000 in bribes from inmate to smuggle drugs, nude photos into Changi Prison

SINGAPORE, Sept. 6 -- A Singapore prison officer has admitted to taking bribes from an inmate in exchange for smuggling contraband items, including prescription drugs and nude photographs, into Changi... Read More


Action-reaction dynamic of parade and power projection of Beijing and DC: That Anwar can avert - Phar Kim Beng

Kuala Lampur, Sept. 6 -- China's recent military parade in Beijing, where hypersonic missiles, underwater drones, laser weapons, and artificial intelligence - enhanced systems were rolled out before a... Read More


Don't rush to judge: AG cautions as social media buzzes over Zara Qairina inquest

KOTA BHARU, Sept. 6 -- The Attorney General's Chambers (AGC) is keeping tabs on social media posts questioning the inquest proceedings into the death of Form One student Zara Qairina Mahathir to deter... Read More


Kuching South mayor: Urban Renewal Act will not apply to Sarawak

KUCHING, Sept. 5 -- The proposed Urban Renewal Act (URA), once passed by Parliament, will not be applicable to Sarawak, said Kuching South mayor Datuk Wee Hong Seng. "I thought they need to improve i... Read More


Partially clothed man with knife detained after four-hour rooftop standoff in Semenyih

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept. 5 -- A 48-year-old man believed to be suffering from mental health problems was arrested yesterday after climbing onto the roof of a house in Semenyih while armed with a knife, aut... Read More


More Singapore youths are shoplifting, psychologists say it's for 'street cred' not crime

SINGAPORE, Sept. 5 -- Shoplifting among Singapore youths has risen sharply this year, with psychologists pointing to peer pressure, thrill-seeking and social media as key drivers. Authorities said sh... Read More


Forbes: Singapore's richest climb to record RM1.05t wealth, led by Facebook co-founder Saverin's RM181.7b

SINGAPORE, Sept. 5 -- The combined wealth of Singapore's richest 50 individuals and families has jumped 23 per cent to a record US$239 billion (RM1.05 trillion), according to US business and financial... Read More


Of influence and trust: How TikTok Shop is helping businesses to thrive in Malaysia's new retail playground - Yusniza Kamarulzaman

Kuala Lampur, Sept. 5 -- You're scrolling at 2am just to relax. A few swipes later, you see a flash deal: "RM0.01 offer now" The countdown timer ticks, the coupon pops up, and before you know it, a pa... Read More


Stray dogs, pet owners and public safety: Time for Malaysia to act - Arif Fahmi Md Yusof

Kuala Lampur, Sept. 5 -- The recent dog attack on a six-year-old boy in Cheras is a reminder Malaysians can no longer ignore. What remains unclear is whether the dog was a stray or had an owner. If th... Read More