Indonesia Immigration had arrested 103 Taiwanese nationals suspected of cybercrime, with most of their victims being Malaysians, headlined China Press and Guang Ming Daily. However, Indonesian authorities are unable to charge them with cybercrime because the victims are in other countries, making it difficult to establish the crime. According to data from the Malaysian Investment…
Klang MP Ganabatirau Veraman said that P Ramlee’s films were loved by all races despite the availability of other movies because they bring all races together. “We also watched Indian films during that time, but P Ramlee’s movies still became a favourite for all races because I see him in films always bringing elements that…
The Election Commission (EC) has fixed August 17 as the by-election date for Nenggiri state in Kelantan. The early voting is fixed on August 13 and nominations will be held on August 3. This was announced by the newly minted EC chairman, Datuk Seri Ramlan Harun. The announcement by EC comes following the official announcement…
A Chinese youth is accused of defrauding 14 women of nearly RM 10 millions by allegedly posing as a business elite, China Press, Guang Ming Daily and Kwong Wah Daily led. Moreover, he allegedly transmitted sexually transmitted disease to them. The accused apparently use the following modus operandi. Once he confirmed his relationship with his…
India is one of the major contributors to foreign tourist arrivals in Malaysia, said Tourism, Arts, and Culture Minister (MOTAC) Datuk Seri Tiong King Sing. “In 2023, the Indian market ranked as the sixth highest with a total of 671,846 tourist arrivals. For the first quarter of 2024, Malaysia received a total of 213,214 tourist…
Legislative matters regarding political funding are currently dealt with via the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) Act 2009 and the Anti-Money Laundering, Anti-Terrorism Financing and Proceeds of Unlawful Activities (AMLATFPUAA) Act 2001, said Minister in the Prime Minister Department (Law and Institutional Reform) Datuk Seri Azalina Othman Said. “At present, Malaysia still does not have a…
The Malays retain their majority participation in the military at 85.81% said Defence Minister Datuk Mohamed Seri Khaled Nordin. “As of May 2024, the membership of the Malaysian Armed Forces (ATM) by major ethnic groups is 85.81% Malay. “The participation of Bumiputera from Sarawak and Sabah is 8.0% and 6.9% respectively. The participation from the…
The total fertility rate (TFR) for all major ethnic groups in Malaysia has shown a declining trend, said Women, Family and Community Development (KPWKM) Minister Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri. “Between 2010 and 2022, the TFR decreased from 2.6 children to 2.0 children among the Bumiputera, from 1.5 children to 0.8 children among the Chinese, and…
The Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil said his ministry is close to finalising the Malaysian Media Council (MMC) Bill which will empower and grant more freedom to the media carrying out their duties. “In addition, to empower the media in the country, including granting more freedom in carrying out their duties, the Communications Ministry is in…
Maldives’ State Minister for Environment, Climate Change, and Energy, Fathimath Shamnaz Ali Saleem, was arrested under accusations of practising sorcery against Maldives President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu. AFP reported that Fathimath will undergo a one-week remand to aid police in their investigations. “There have been reports that Shamnaz was arrested for performing black magic on President…
