Malaysian women find spy cameras in Portugal lodging
Three Malaysian tourists had to cut short their stay at a lodging house in Porto in the wee hours of June 20 after discovering spy cameras installed in the bathroom by the house owner.
June 25, 2019
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Four Myanmar nationals buried in Penang landslide
Rescue work was under way to locate four missing foreign workers who were feared buried underneath the rubble of a landslide near the Lost Paradise Resort in Batu Ferringhi, Penang on Tuesday night.
June 25, 2019
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Investor sentiment in Battersea project still strong
Despite the uncertainty about the future of London property and Brexit woes, investor sentiment of the Malaysian-backed redevelopment Battersea project remains strong with the project generating decent residential sales volume in the last one year.
June 25, 2019
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One chemical factory in Pasir Gudang ordered to dispose of toxic waste immediately
One out of 30 chemical factories inspected by enforcement authorities has been ordered to dispose of toxic waste immediately.
The toxic waste pollution in Pasir Gudang, Johor has caused health problems among students and residents in the area with some having breathing difficulty and vomiting since last Thursday.
June 25, 2019
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Govt to ensure no Orang Asli student gets left behind in education
National Unity and Social Wellbeing Minister P. Waytha Moorthy on Tuesday assured that the government is working towards reducing the number of Orang Asli students who are unable to continue their secondary education.
Earlier, he attended the Orang Asli Student Excellence Awards.
June 25, 2019
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MACC gets consent from AGC to charge Zahid over foreign visa system graft case
Former deputy prime minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi is set to be charged for several counts of bribery in the foreign visa system (VLN) case.
The MACC said it has received consent from the Attorney General's Chambers to charge the Umno president under Section 16 (a)(B) of the MACC Act 2009 and Section 165 of the Penal Code.
June 25, 2019
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1MDB forfeiture suit: Submit affidavit instead of just talking to the media, says MACC chief
Newly-minted MACC chief Latheefa Koya on Tuesday urged those who would like to challenge the anti-graft agencyâs 41 civil forfeiture suits to recover RM270mil belonging to 1MDB to submit an affidavit instead of just talking to the media.
She was commenting on former premier Datuk Seri Najib Razakâs response to the civil forfeiture in which he told reporters on Saturday that the MACC must establish the source of fund as it cannot be assumed that everything is 1MDB money.
June 25, 2019
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Latheefa sworn in as MACC chief commissioner
Latheefa Beebi Koya took her oath of office as Chief Commissioner of the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) before the Yang di-Pertuan Agong Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri'ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah at Istana Negara on Tuesday.
Latheefa, 46, the first female chief commissioner of the MACC, replaces Datuk Seri Shukri Abdullah, who opted for early retirement before his contract ended in 2020.
June 25, 2019
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Dr M: Govt okay with selling MAS, but wants its identity retained
Prime Minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad said the government is prepared to sell Malaysia Airlines Bhd but would like to retain its national identity.
He was met by reporters on the sideline of the 33rd Asia-Pacific Roundtable event in Kuala Lumpur on Tuesday.
READ MORE: https://www.thestar.com.my/news/nation/2019/06/25/dr-m-govt-okay-with-selling-mas-but-wants-its-identity-retained/
June 25, 2019
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Dr M: Felda chairman resigned due to health reasons
Prime Minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad told reporters on the sidelines of the 33rd Asia-Pacific Roundtable event on Tuesday that Tan Sri Megat Zaharuddin Megat Mohd Nor stepped down as the Felda chairman due to health reasons.
Megat Zaharuddin was appointed on July 26 last year.
Felda announced his resignation was effective on Monday (June 24).
READ MORE: https://www.thestar.com.my/news/nation/2019/06/25/felda-chairman-resigned-due-to-health-reasons-says-dr-m/
June 25, 2019
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Dr M vows stern action against Pasir Gudang polluter
Prime Minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad on Tuesday stressed that the toxic pollution in Pasir Gudang shouldn't have recurred after the first incident in March.
Speaking to reporters after delivering his keynote address at the 33rd Asia-Pacific Roundtable, he said the government has to identify those responsible for causing the pollution and take stern action against them.
The latest incident of pollution in Pasir Gudang caused many to suffer from breathing difficulties and vomiting since last Thursday.
READ MORE: https://www.thestar.com.my/news/nation/2019/06/25/dr-m-vows-stern-action-against-pasir-gudang-polluter/
June 25, 2019
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Maszlee: Investigation underway in schoolgirl caning incident
In a statement on Tuesday, Education Minister Dr Maszlee Malik said he has instructed the Johor Baru District Education Office to investigate the case of a secondary school teacher accused of caning a female student.
Read more:
https://www.thestar.com.my/news/nation/2019/06/25/maszlee-investigation-underway-in-schoolgirl-caning-incident/
June 25, 2019
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Court orders Umno, six others to respond to govtâs forfeiture suits
The Kuala Lumpur High Court has ordered Umno and six others to respond to the governmentâs forfeiture suits.
Judge Mohd Zaini Mazlan made the order when the seven cases came up for mention on Tuesday and set July 29 for the next case mention of the seven suits.
The six others are MCA Wanita, Umno Sabah Liaison Committee, the late Paya Besar MP Abdul Manan Ismail, former Domestic Trade and Consumer Affairs Minister Datuk Hasan Malek and companies, Binsabi Sdn Bhd and Perano Sdn Bhd.
They are the first batch out of 41 respondents named in a forfeiture suit by the MACC to recover 1MDB monies.
June 25, 2019
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US-China trade war damaging, risks turning into cold war, says Dr M
The trade war between the US and China has been "most disappointing" as it would negatively impact the rest of the world, inflicting collateral damage, said Prime Minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad in his keynote address at the 33rd Asia Pacific Roundtable in Kuala Lumpur on Tuesday.
READ MORE: https://www.thestar.com.my/news/nation/2019/06/25/uschina-trade-war-damaging-risks-turning-into-cold-war-says-dr-m/
June 25, 2019
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Mohamad Sabu: Mindef will cooperate with MACC on land swap probe
The Defence Ministry will cooperate with the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) in its investigations into the ministry's land swap deals, said Defence Minister Mohamad Sabu to reporters at an Aidilfitri open house Monday night.
He added that the MACC was free to call in anyone from the ministry to facilitate its investigations into the matter.
June 24, 2019
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Dr M: I did not say three years
Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad has denied saying that he would step down as Prime Minister within three years to hand over the reins to PKR president Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim when asked to comment on the term Monday night.
CNBC had earlier quoted Dr Mahathir as saying that his government needed three years to reduce Malaysiaâs debt from 80% of the Gross Domestic Product to 54%.
Read more: https://www.thestar.com.my/news/nation/2019/06/25/dr-m-meeting-with-anwar-was-not-on-transition-of-power/
June 24, 2019
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Seven national laureates get RM5,000 monthly allowance
Seven national laureates have been accorded a RM5,000 monthly appreciation allowance for their contributions in uplifting Bahasa Melayu in the countryâs literary development.
At a ceremony to present the Cost of Living Allowance Cheques to the National Laureates on Monday, Finance Minister Lim Guan Eng said the allowance will hopefully help them ensure their well-being and provide comfort so that they can continue to contribute ideas, knowledge and high-quality works for the community.
Read more at
https://www.thestar.com.my/news/nation/2019/06/24/seven-national-laureates-get-rm5000-monthly-allowance/
June 24, 2019
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IMF confident of Malaysiaâs commitment on institutional reforms, says Finance Minister
Finance Minister Lim Guan Eng said International Monetary Fund (IMF) managing director Christine Lagarde is assured and confident of Malaysia's commitment towards institutional reforms which included the passing of fiscal responsibility act and procurement act, as well as the setting up a debt management office.
Lim told reporters on his meeting with Lagarde at the Ministry of Finance, added that she was very positive and supportive.
June 24, 2019
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Johor government investigating 30 chemical factories in Pasir Gudang
Johor Mentri Besar Datuk Dr Sahruddin Jamal said the authorities have narrowed down to 30 chemical factories that may have caused the air pollution in Pasir Gudang.
He added that once the factory of the main polluter have been found, a letter to cease their operations will be issued until we carry out full investigations.
Read more at https://www.thestar.com.my/news/nation/2019/06/24/johor-govt-investigating-30-chemical-factories-in-pasir-gudang/
June 24, 2019
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Illegal fertiliser repacking syndicate crippled
Enforcement officers from the Domestic Trade and Consumer Affairs Ministry raided an illegal subsidized fertilizer repacking factory in Guar Chempedak, Gurun and seized various types of chemical fertiliser worth about RM100,000.
Over 96 tonnes of subsidised chemical fertiliser were seized and a lorry was confiscated during the raid.
A 36-year-old man, who is believed to be in charge of the factory, along with four illegal Pakistani workers were arrested.
June 24, 2019
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1994: #Pride in Toronto. As we head into the weekend, we take a look back, 25 years ago, where 50,000 people from the #LGBTQ community took part in the Pride parade. When they reached Queenâs Park, they formed a human chain around the main building, protesting in anger against Liberal leader Lyn McLeod who led her party against Bill 167 â which would have offered same-sex couples spousal benefits. For more archives, head to @torontostarchives. | đˇ: Toronto Star Archives
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Caption this, because our photographer @steverussell says âBored Man gets paid.â Last night, @bluejays fans were in for a treat as Kawhi Leonard stepped into the Rogers Centre to watch Toronto take on the LA @angels. The crowd greeted the NBA Finals MVP with a standing ovation. | đˇ: Steve Russell / @steverussell / Toronto Star
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Coming tomorrow: Field of Dreams
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Some #Raptors fans ran behind the buses, some waved from along the sidewalk, while others walked next to the motorcade, chanting with arms held aloft in hopes of getting the attention of the players on what would become an epic, four-hour-plus procession from the CNE grounds to downtown. #wethenorthđ For more click link in bio. đˇ | @steverussell / Toronto Star Chris Young / Canadian Press, Frank Gunn / Canadian Press
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#Kawhi and his daughter have arrived to Nathan Phillips Square. It was scheduled for 12:30 PM but itâs going down now. Weâre ready. | đˇ @evystadium / Toronto Star
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Kawhi Leonard smoking cigars and drinking champagne on the bus. Who else is on his ride? Kyle Lowry, Fred VanVleet, and Drake. Theyâre making their way down Lakeshore. | đˇ: Steve Russell / @steverussell / Toronto Star
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SEEN. Smiling Kawhi and Drake on route for the #Raptors parade. Head to thestar.com for more. | đˇ: @evystadium
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Happy to report they have retrieved the Kawachtus from #PlantGuy. #Raptors #ParadeDay is officially underway. Head to our IG story for more. | đˇ @evystadium / Toronto Star
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Weâre getting ready to roll. #Raptors #ParadeDay is less than an hour away and #WeTheNorth has shown up. Head to our IG story to get more details. | đˇ Jim Rankin / Toronto Star
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Meet Morteza Hashimi and his friend who is wearing a fake nose and sunglasses so he doesnât get identified by his boss on Monday when he calls in sick for the @raptors parade. For more on the parade route and what compels people to stay overnight in Nathan Phillips Square head to thestar.com | đˇ: Richard Laurenâs / @rlautens / Toronto Star
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Happy #FathersDay. Ahead of the @raptors Championship parade tomorrow, @thekitca took a look at what makes #Raptors such great dads. From Kyle Lowry to @sergeibaka to @fredvanvleet, click the link in the bio to read more. | đˇ: Nathan Demeter / CP
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To read more click link in bio. âď¸A new banner keeps the Winged Victory statue company at the CNE as the grounds prepare for the #Raptors victory parade on Monday. The parade is due to start at the OVO Athletic Centre on the CNE grounds and will wind it's way to City Hall. Will you be there? đˇ | Richard Lautens / @rlautens / Toronto Star
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