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Scams in the digital age: How hackers and AI are reshaping online fraud in Malaysia

KUALA LUMPUR, April 15 -- When a caller claims to be from Lembaga Hasil Dalam Negeri Malaysia (LHDN), the message is rarely ignored. It often appears to be a routine spot check - a flagged tax record... Read More


Two Malaysian vessels en route from Strait of Hormuz, five still remain in area, says communications minister

PUTRAJAYA, April 15 -- Communications minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil said two Malaysian vessels are currently on their way back to the country, while five others remain in the Strait of Hormuz. He said ... Read More


Singapore study finds 1 in 5 workers overqualified, but most choose such roles

SINGAPORE, April 15 -- A new study has found that nearly one in five resident workers in Singapore holds qualifications above what their jobs require, yet most say they chose these roles voluntarily. ... Read More


Civil servant arrested in Johor Bahru over sexual assault of teen girl

JOHOR BAHRU, April 15 -- A 28-year-old civil servant has been arrested for his alleged involvement in the sexual assault of a teenage girl in the city earlier this year. Johor Bahru South police chie... Read More


Meta urges 'nuanced' approach as Malaysia eyes social media restrictions for youths

KUALA LUMPUR, April 15 -- Meta Platforms has cautioned the Malaysian government that a blanket social media ban for users under the age of 16 risks backfiring, warning that such a move could inadverte... Read More


Sarawak cuts timber royalties, statutory charges by 50pc to ease industry pressure

KUCHING, April 15 -- The Sarawak government has approved a 50 per cent reduction in royalty rates and selected statutory charges for natural forest timber under all Forest Timber Licences (FTL) and Fo... Read More


AG mandates compensation claims for crime victims; focus on drunk driving fatalities

KUALA LUMPUR, April 15 -- The Attorney General's Chambers (AGC) is set to issue a landmark directive making it mandatory for Deputy Public Prosecutors (DPPs) to file compensation applications for the ... Read More


'Godzilla Minus Zero' teaser drops: City in ruins, returning leads, worldwide terror by the 'King of Monsters' (VIDEO)

KUALA LUMPUR, April 14 -- Godzilla Minus Zero, directed by Takashi Yamazaki, has officially unveiled its first teaser, signaling the imminent return of the King of Monsters. The teaser reveals a city... Read More


Penang obtains approval for international logistics aeropark, earthworks underway

GEORGE TOWN, April 14 -- Penang has obtained planning permission for the masterplan of the Penang International Logistics Aeropark (PILA). Penang chief minister Chow Kon Yeow said the project, a join... Read More


Singapore GDP growth eases to 4.6pc in first quarter, advance estimates show

SINGAPORE, April 14 -- Singapore's economy grew at a slower pace of 4.6 per cent year-on-year in the first quarter of 2026, slowing from 5.7 per cent in the previous quarter, according to advance esti... Read More