Thunderstorms, heavy rain warning for KL, Putrajaya and eight other states Posted on 06/01/2025 KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 5 — The Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) has issued a warning for thunderstorms, heavy rain and strong winds expected in Kuala Lumpur, Putrajaya and eight states until 9 pm today. In a statement, MetMalaysia said the affected states include Kedah (covering Yan, Pendang, Kuala Muda, Sik, Baling, Kulim and Bandar Baharu), Penang, Perak and Pahang (Cameron Highlands). The same warning also applies to Selangor, Johor (Batu Pahat, Pontian and Johor Bahru), Sarawak (Sarikei, Sibu, Kapit, Bintulu and Limbang), and Sabah, specifically in the interior areas of Sipitang, Tenom, and Nabawan, as well as Tawau and Sandakan. — Bernama News
Penangites lose RM169mil to scammers in first 9 months of this year Posted on 29/11/2024 Penang chief minister Chow Kon Yeow says the rise in online scams across the country has cost Malaysians RM1.78 billion so far this year. GEORGE TOWN: Penangites have lost RM169 million to online scammers in the first nine months of this year, says chief minister Chow Kon Yeow. Chow said… Read More
Wildlife smuggling attempt foiled at KLIA, 48 marmosets and four tamarins rescued Posted on 26/12/2024 KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 26 — A wildlife smuggling attempt was foiled at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) when dozens of marmoset monkeys were discovered crammed into wooden boxes. According to Buletin TV3, the thwarted attempt was the result of a joint operation by the Department of Wildlife and National Parks… Read More
Melaka tables RM585.7m Budget for 2025 Posted on 28/12/2024 MELAKA, Dec 27 — The Melaka state government tabled its budget for 2025 totalling RM585.7 million at the Melaka State Legislative Assembly (DUN) today. Chief Minister Datuk Seri Ab Rauf Yusoh said estimated operating and development expenditures are RM497.7 million and RM88 million, respectively. “The estimated state government revenue is… Read More