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Thai police and immigration crack down on tourist offences after violent incident involving Israelis

Kuala Lampur, Feb. 9 -- Tourist police and officers from the Immigration Bureau (IB) are intensifying their efforts to tackle tourism-related offences in Pai district, Mae Hong Son province, following... Read More


AI breakthrough or security threat? Singapore firms assess DeepSeek's impact as data privacy concerns persist

SINGAPORE, Feb. 9 -- Companies in Singapore are cautious about using DeepSeek despite its cost-saving potential, citing concerns over data security and AI biases. The Straits Times reported that majo... Read More


Police ID local suspect who shot up Setia Alam mall, injured one man, and carjacked another (VIDEO)

SHAH ALAM, Feb. 9 -- Police have identified the suspect in yesterday's Setia Alam mall shooting as a local man in his 30s with a history of criminal and drug-related offences. Selangor Police Chief D... Read More


Source: EPF dividend should top 5.8pc

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb. 9 -- The Employees Provident Fund (EPF) will likely declare a dividend of more than 5.8 per cent for conventional savings this year, surpassing last year's 5.5 per cent, said a sour... Read More


Why job security remains a concern in Singapore despite low unemployment

SINGAPORE, Feb. 9 -- Job security remains a concern for some Singaporeans despite strong labour market indicators, with the issue set to be addressed in Budget 2025, according to the Straits Times. H... Read More


With Singapore SEZ, CM says Johor will be more than just data centres

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb. 9 -- The Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (SEZ) will encourage the industry diversification needed for the state to shield itself from global trade uncertainties, said Chief Mi... Read More


Sony Playstation Network back up, gamers rejoice (VIDEO)

NEW YORK, Feb. 9 -- PlayStation gamers are heaving a sigh of relief now that Sony's PlayStation Network (PSN) is finally back online. The gaming service caused major disruption, with gamers unable to... Read More


Community-centred reconstruction is key to a sustainable future - Muhammad Hadi Mustafa

Kuala Lampur, Feb. 9 -- In efforts to rebuild areas affected by war, oppression, natural disasters, or poverty, a more sustainable and community-centred approach is essential. History has shown that ... Read More


A 46-year-old 'bak kut teh' icon in Klang: The original Telok Pulai Bak Kut Teh

KLANG, Feb. 9 -- Water. It's the stuff of life, right? Like a mother's nurturing when you're in the womb - except for me, it was bak kut teh. Though I'm neither Hokkien nor have family from Klang, m... Read More


Respect the authority behind guidelines - Hafiz Hassan

Kuala Lampur, Feb. 9 -- Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim says respect is enough - that is, there is no need for rules or guidelines dictating how Muslims should conduct themselves at non-Muslim... Read More