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Human smuggling in Malacca Strait a growing threat, says home minister

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec. 19 -- Cross-border human trafficking and irregular migration involving Indonesia, particularly through Johor and the Malacca Strait, is a serious and increasingly complex threat, Ho... Read More


Dead cat and dog found in Damansara Damai clinic, Veterinary Services investigates as complaints near 2,000

PUTRAJAYA, Dec. 19 -- The Department of Veterinary Services (DVS) has received a total of 1,920 complaints to date over alleged animal neglect at a veterinary clinic in Damansara Damai, Petaling Jaya.... Read More


UMS student dies after fall at Chancellor Hall in Sabah

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec. 19 -- A Universiti Malaysia Sabah (UMS) student was found dead yesterday, believed to have fallen at the Chancellor Hall in Kota Kinabalu, Sabah. The 23-year-old male student was d... Read More


So what does a Federal Territories minister do? Hannah Yeoh's new role explained

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec. 19 -- Segambut MP Hannah Yeoh (DAP) took her oath as the new minister overseeing the Federal Territories two days ago, becoming the first ethnic Chinese politician to hold the portf... Read More


Downpours to linger this morning, particularly in Terengganu and Perak, amid monsoon surge warning

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec. 19 -- Heavy rain is continuing in several states this morning, particularly in Terengganu and Perak, and is expected to persist. The Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysi... Read More


Malaysian ringgit strengthens against dollar, outperforms Asian peers after US inflation surprise

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec. 19 -- - The ringgit opened slightly higher against the US dollar on Friday, holding at the 4.08 level, supported by growing expectations of a softer US monetary policy outlook and r... Read More


How Trump's Venezuela embargo could put Taiwan at risk

WASHINGTON, Dec. 19 -- Donald Trump's decision to impose a partial blockade on Venezuela marks a dramatic escalation in US pressure on Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro, but it also risks underminin... Read More


Understanding Japan: A post-war power defined by restraint, discipline, and institutional soft power - Phar Kim Beng

Kuala Lampur, Dec. 19 -- As 2025 draws to an end, Japan approaches another solemn milestone: eighty years since the conclusion of the Second World War. Inevitably, strategic commentary gravitates tow... Read More


Taking flight: Ramen Takahashi lands in Sunway Velocity with grilled flying fish at the heart of its 'yakiago' ramen

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec. 19 -- Ramen Takahashi, a new ramen spot that opened in Sunway Velocity two weeks ago, is the latest arrival in this year's steady wave of smaller Japanese restaurant brands landing ... Read More


Why Malaysian Christians put up Christmas trees: More than decoration, a symbol of togetherness

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec. 19 -- Homes sparkle with decorations, families gather for hearty meals, gifts are exchanged, and friends come together in festive cheer. Once again, the joyful season of Christmas ... Read More