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Family ties and political alliances tested as Sabah election campaign kicks off

KOTA KINABALU, Nov. 16 -- As campaigning kicks off for the Sabah state election, "family" bonds are being tested on two fronts. On one end, allies in government coalitions are competing against each ... Read More


Know your snakes: A guide to Malaysia's venomous reptiles and how to stay safe

GEORGE TOWN, Nov. 16 -- While Malaysia is home to over 215 snake species, the vast majority are non-venomous, and knowing how to identify the dangerous few is key to staying safe, a top expert from th... Read More


Extended wet spell forecast across Malaysia with risk of strong winds and heavy rain

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov. 16 -- Malaysians have been advised to stay alert as unsettled weather conditions are set to linger until November 22. The Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) said rec... Read More


Kota Kinabalu streets come alive as Sabah election campaigns begin

KOTA KINABALU, Nov. 16 -- Streets, junctions, and roundabouts across Kota Kinabalu are coming alive with party flags and banners as the official campaign period for the 17th Sabah state elections begi... Read More


Report digital child exploitation in elections to MCMC, says minister

SANTUBONG, Nov. 16 -- Minister of Women, Family and Community Development, Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri, has urged the public to report any instances of children being exploited for electoral campaigning t... Read More


Selangor MB's Office dismisses viral WhatsApp allegation against aide as 'malicious, political'

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov. 16 -- The Selangor Menteri Besar's Office has dismissed a viral WhatsApp allegation involving one of its officers, labelling it "clearly malicious and politically motivated". In a ... Read More


From six- to 13-cornered contests, Sepanggar seats will be crowded battles

KOTA KINABALU, Nov. 15 -- The Sepanggar parliamentary constituency is set to see crowded contests for its three state seats of Inanam, Karambunai, and Darau. At the Dewan Maksak nomination centre nea... Read More


Urban hot seats up for grabs in Moyog, Kapayan with 12 and 13-corner contests

KOTA KINABALU, Nov. 15 -- Two neighbouring constituencies in the Penampang district are shaping up to be among the wildest battlegrounds of the Sabah state election, with Moyog seeing a 12-corner figh... Read More


Prolific Chinese sex offender jailed for life in UK, police probing possible hundreds more victims

LONDON, Nov. 15 -- A Chinese national said by London police to be one of the most prolific sex offenders they had ever investigated was jailed for life after admitting to a series of rapes, sex attack... Read More


The best of both worlds: Japan's wrestling-idol fusion debuts in Malaysia with 'Love & Peace' spectacle, drawing fans to a frenzy

PETALING JAYA, Nov. 15 -- A pro wrestling event combined with an idol live performance might sound like an unusual pairing at first, but did you know this unique blend has a long-standing tradition in... Read More