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Penang set for major boost with new Singapore flight, more Hong Kong services

GEORGE TOWN, Sept. 23 -- Penang's tourism sector is set for a significant boost, with Batik Air launching a new direct flight from Singapore this December and HK Express increasing its Hong Kong servi... Read More


Sabah CM defends ban on Albert Tei, says state has absolute right to block entry

KOTA KINABALU, Sept. 23 -- Defending the move to block businessman Datuk Albert Tei from entering Sabah, chief minister Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor said that the state has the absolute right to decide who ... Read More


Sunset by NEON 2025 closes sold-out Genting weekend with top techno acts in biggest edition yet

GENTING HIGHLANDS, Sept. 23 -- Sunset by NEON 2025 has wrapped up what organisers are calling its most refined and unforgettable edition, attracting 18,000 festivalgoers over two days while prioritisi... Read More


GOT7's Jinyoung faces heat after blowing air kiss to Israeli fan during livestream amid Palestine crisis (VIDEO)

SEOUL, Sept. 23 -- GOT7's Jinyoung is under heavy scrutiny after a fleeting moment during his birthday livestream sparked outrage across fandoms. On Monday, the 31-year-old idol-actor went 'live' to ... Read More


Nancy Shukri: Kids in underage sexual cases need guidance, not punishment

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept. 23 -- Children involved in underage sexual relationships, regardless of gender, require guidance and rehabilitation rather than punishment, said Women, Family and Community Develop... Read More


Penang courts Japanese investment with RM5b project showcase, inks logistics MOUs at Osaka Expo

GEORGE TOWN, Sept. 23 -- The Penang Development Corporation (PDC) is showcasing RM5 billion worth of development projects at the World Expo 2025 in Osaka, Japan, to attract new investment and position... Read More


K-pop idol Wonyoung goes wild for durian after first real bite in Macau (VIDEO)

SEOUL, Sept. 23 -- Move over mango, there's a new fruit crush in K-pop town. Ive's Wonyoung has officially joined Team Durian - and she's not shy about it. The 21-year-old singer revealed on fan app ... Read More


Australian police officer charged over Hannah Thomas eye injury during pro-Palestine protest

SYDNEY, Sept. 23 -- An Australian police officer has been charged with assault over the arrest of Hannah Thomas, who suffered a serious eye injury during a protest here in June. Thomas, 35, was arres... Read More


Singapore backs two-state solution, warns of sanctions on radical Israeli settler leaders, says PM Wong

SINGAPORE, Sept. 23 -- Singapore will continue to back a negotiated two-state solution as the "only path to a durable peace" between Israelis and Palestinians, Prime Minister Lawrence Wong said, while... Read More


Over 13 million Malaysians have redeemed SARA RM100 credit, says finance minister

GEORGE TOWN, Sept. 23 -- Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan said more than 13 million people have redeemed the Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA) credit. He said many recipients have fully u... Read More