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Housing and local government minister Nga Kor Ming speaking at the inaugural Madani Credit Awards ceremony on Nov 15. (Bernama pic) PETALING JAYA: An award ceremony last week for licensed moneylenders was aimed at raising the image of the industry, a government source said today after online criticism that “Ah…

Russian president Vladimir Putin visited North Korea in June. (EPA Images pic) SEOUL: North Korea has likely received more than 1 million barrels of oil from Russia over an eight-month period this year in breach of UN sanctions, according to an analysis of satellite imagery published today by the British-based…

Political analyst Oh Ei Sun said Malaysia should boost efforts directed toward bolstering relations with the United States. KUALA LUMPUR: Strong economic ties with China makes it difficult for Malaysia to be more active in meeting confrontations with Chinese vessels in the South China Sea, according to a think tank….

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 22 — His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim and Her Majesty Raja Zarith Sofiah, the King and Queen of Malaysia enjoyed a lunch with their family members and grandchildren in conjunction with Sultan Ibrahim’s 66th birthday at Istana Bukit Serene, Johor Bahru today. Also present were the Regent of…

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 22 — Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Religious Affairs) Datuk Dr Mohd Na’im Mokhtar has urged all parties to exercise caution when delivering speeches, particularly on matters concerning the sanctity of Prophet Muhammad. In a statement uploaded on Facebook, Mohd Na’im said any remarks that could…

PUTRAJAYA, Nov 22 — The tabling of the Gig Workers Economy Bill has been postponed to open up space and opportunities for more engagement sessions with stakeholders, said Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil. Fahmi, who is also the Unity Government spokesman, said the Cabinet meeting today had been informed that Human…

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 22 — The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) announced today that investigations into the late Tun Daim Zainuddin, his wife, and other family members will continue despite the dismissal of an earlier charge against him for failing to declare his assets. In a statement this evening, the MACC…

PUTRAJAYA, Nov 22 — Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil today said the government is receptive to criticism and committed to improvement after electoral watchdog Bersih gave Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim’s administration a “D” grade for its two-year performance. The government spokesman assured the public that de facto law minister…

Elly Co dan anak lelakinya didakwa memperdayakan mangsa melabur dalam perniagaan durian di Singapura yang tidak wujud sehingga mendorongnya memindahkan RM55,000 sebanyak dua kali. (Gambar Bernama) KUALA LUMPUR: Dua beranak mengaku tidak bersalah di Mahkamah Majistret di sini atas pertuduhan menipu seorang lelaki dalam urusan pelaburan perniagaan durian di Singapura,…

The government said the online safety bill, which aims to ensure a safe online environment for all Malaysians, will be presented to the Cabinet for consideration soon. PETALING JAYA: The Online Safety Advocacy Group (OSAG) has urged the government to establish an independent commission to enforce the online safety bill…