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Reinforcing and reviving the First Island Chain: How the US faces rising PLA military power - Phar Kim Beng and Jitkai Chin

Kuala Lampur, Nov. 30 -- In the past few decades, defence spending of Beijing has risen steadily in absolute terms that it has transformed its military from a regional force into a formidable global p... Read More


Hajiji sworn in, but who really tipped the numbers in Sabah?

KOTA KINABALU, Nov. 30 -- Gabungan Rakyat Sabah (GRS) chairman Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor was sworn in as Chief Minister at 3.11am on Sunday, after reportedly securing a simple majority in the 17th Sabah ... Read More


Sarawak couple's RM400,000 life savings disappears, bank promises full reimbursement amid staff misappropriation probe

KUCHING, Nov. 30 -- Bank Simpanan Nasional (BSN) has guaranteed that it will assume full responsibility and reimburse the RM400,000 allegedly misappropriated from a local couple by one of its employee... Read More


'My son!' Mum breaks down at Klang shooting scene

KLANG, Nov. 30 -- A woman, believed to be the victim's mother, broke down in tears after learning her son had been shot dead in Taman Mesra Indah last night. She arrived at the scene around 11.15pm w... Read More


For a soul-satisfying bowl of curry mee, make the trip to Ampang Mewah's 129 Food Court

AMPANG, Nov. 30 -- We've all been there. Some things in life you just can't quit, even if you know it's probably not very good for you: be it a dangerously addictive snack, some sugary drink or being ... Read More


GRS' only Chinese lawmaker left standing, Ben Chong for DCM spot in Hajiji's Sabah Cabinet?

KOTA KINABALU, Nov. 30 -- Tanjong Kapor assemblyman Datuk Ben Chong Chen Bin could be one of three deputy chief ministers if Sabah Chief Minister Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor keeps to his election promise. ... Read More


Cops nab vocal Malaysian entertainer Rafidah Ibrahim after shouting protest against Kampung Sungai Baru urban renewal

Kuala Lampur, Nov. 30 -- Cops nab vocal Malaysian entertainer Rafidah Ibrahim, three others after shouting protest against Kampung Sungai Baru urban renewal KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 30 - Local singer, actor... Read More


'Case is gone': KL police release 171 men from Chow Kit spa raid, say can't charge as none claimed to be a victim

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov. 30 -- What started as a high-profile raid on a spa and health centre in Chow Kit here for suspected deviant sexual activities ended with 171 Malaysian men walking free on bail, appa... Read More


Huckleberry makes Christmas sparkle in Damansara and Bangsar with festive feasts, cookies and winter wonderland vibes

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov. 30 -- This holiday season, Huckleberry has introduced an array of festive goodies to help customers get into the Christmas spirit. Available at its Damansara Heights and Bangsar Sh... Read More


Local tsunami in Sabah as GRS dominates, Warisan surges in cities and peninsula parties suffer wipeout

KOTA KINABALU, Nov. 30 -- Gabungan Rakyat Sabah (GRS) chairman Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor emerged as the biggest winner of the 17th Sabah state election, riding on a strong wave of support for state-based... Read More