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A 40-year-old Johor father has been charged with murder in connection with his 18-month-old daughter's death, which was initially classified as accidental but reclassified after investigators reopened the case.
Housing and Local Government Minister Nga Kor Ming has committed to a thorough investigation into the circumstances surrounding a pet dog's death in Port Klang, reaffirming the government's stance against animal cruelty and abuse.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim says Lembaga Tabung Haji has been successfully restored after problems from past negligence were detected early. The Cabinet released the full RCI report examining the institution's management between 2014 and 2020.
Malaysian authorities have detained twelve police officers, including a deputy superintendent and assistant superintendent, on suspicion of attempting to extort RM2 million from a Chinese national. The arrests underscore ongoing corruption concerns within law enforcement.
Johor's Menteri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi has defended the appointment of 10 deputy state executive councillors, characterising the move as essential administrative strengthening rather than bureaucratic expansion.
KTM Komuter and ETS services were disrupted on July 23 after a wooden structure from a third-party construction site collapsed onto railway tracks near Batang Benar, damaging the overhead power system and affecting thousands of commuters.
Malaysia's Community Development Department is working with federal agencies to relax qualification requirements for Tabika nursery teachers, recognizing diverse expertise needed for expanded curriculum including autism education and Quranic studies.
Johor Baru police arrested a 48-year-old man on suspicion of trespassing into a residential home in Kampung Melayu Majidee, with officers apprehending the suspect within 20 minutes of receiving the report.
Bukit Mertajam MP Steven Sim has called for a thorough investigation into a human trafficking syndicate discovered in Berapit, urging police to pursue all perpetrators including organizers and strengthening preventive measures.
Malaysia's Health Ministry is rolling out the Rakan KKM initiative to generate additional revenue for public healthcare facilities and retain medical specialists. Cyberjaya Hospital will serve as the pilot site.
Jasin Community College has issued a stern warning against procurement fraud, emphasizing that all legitimate tenders and quotations flow exclusively through Malaysia's e-Perolehan portal. The institution denies involvement in unauthorized dealings.
Malaysia's Department of Islamic Development has dismissed a viral marriage letter as counterfeit, confirming the reference number is fake and warning the public to verify religious documents.
The Malaysian Border Control and Protection Agency has opened an internal investigation into claims that one of its officers at KLIA Terminal 2 accepted a RM100 personal QR payment, raising fresh concerns about financial misconduct at Malaysia's busiest airport gateway.
Police arrested a 20-year-old driver who forced his way through a roadblock while appearing anxious. The incident raises questions about road safety protocols and enforcement procedures.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission continues to hold RM114 million in cash and assets seized in 2016 from a former Sabah Water Department director as part of the ongoing 'Sabah Watergate' investigation.
The Selangor State Education Department visited a female student recovering from a stabbing at a Banting secondary school. The 15-year-old sustained lung injuries and 16 stab wounds. A suspect has been remanded for four days.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has thanked an 86-year-old trishaw operator who pedalled nearly one kilometre to meet him, honouring the elderly man's determination to fulfil his wife's heartfelt wish.
Authorities detained a timber lorry driver and one other individual after they tested positive for controlled substances during a drug screening operation conducted at Gombak Toll Plaza in Kuala Lumpur today.
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A former kindergarten teacher has pleaded not guilty to three money laundering charges involving RM133,550, allegedly connected to an unlawful child-relocation scheme targeting New Zealand destinations.
A 25-year-old hardware store worker in Kuala Terengganu has pleaded not guilty to charges of raping and sexually assaulting his 16-year-old biological sister at the Sessions Court.
The Ministry of Education will distribute RM100 e-vouchers to 2.2 million students from tomorrow through July 31, with an overall budget of RM221.6 million. The scheme prioritises literary classics and STEM subjects to promote digital literacy.