Defense Minister Datuk Seri Mohamed Khaled Nordin has denied any connection between an anti-corruption investigation and the forthcoming retirements of two senior military leaders. He stated that the departures of Chief of Defence Force Gen Tan Sri Mohd Nizam Jaafar and Defence Intelligence director-general Lt Gen Datuk Mohd Razali Alias are strictly due to mandatory age requirements.
The minister clarified that both generals are scheduled to retire upon turning sixty next year. This statement addressed speculation linking their retirements to a drug-smuggling probe known as Ops Sohor, which previously involved the arrest of several military personnel. Gen Mohd Nizam Jaafar is set to begin pre-retirement leave early next year.
The Road Transport Department issued over 4,600 summonses valued at approximately 1.39 million ringgit during a recent enforcement operation targeting Singaporean vehicles. From July 1, the agency inspected more than 65,000 vehicles at the Malaysia-Singapore border checkpoints. Violations included failing to register for the Vehicle Entry Permit, possessing an expired permit, or having a vehicle in pre-registration status.
Authorities stated that offenders must pay their fines and complete VEP registration before departing Malaysia, as mandated by the Road Transport Act. Drivers entering the country without a valid permit risk a 300 ringgit fine. The department also reported distributing more than 345,000 RFID tags, with a significant...
Barisan Nasional candidate Datuk Seri Dr Anil Sandhu has defended the legitimacy of his academic and professional titles against recent accusations. The Kunak seat contender labeled the claims as malicious falsehoods intended to harm his electoral reputation. He expressed disappointment that his opponents were relying on slander rather than engaging in substantive political debate.
Sandhu asserted that the electorate in Kunak has matured beyond believing fabricated stories, evaluating candidates instead on their actual work and capabilities. He characterized the spread of such allegations as an immoral tactic reflecting a lack of constructive ideas. Expressing faith in the voters' wisdom, he encouraged a focus on community development...
M. Indira Gandhi led a protest march to the police headquarters in Kuala Lumpur, demanding answers in her long-standing effort to locate her missing daughter, Prasana Diksa. The mother, accompanied by her two adult children and numerous supporters, walked from the Sogo shopping centre to Bukit Aman. She pushed a stroller containing her abducted daughter's teddy bear, a symbolic reminder of the child who was taken as an infant.
Indira Gandhi expressed her exhaustion with the legal process, stating that no mother should endure such an ordeal. Her supporters, including activists and politicians like M. Kulasegaran and Arun Dorasamy, criticized police inaction. They cited recent allegations that the father, Muhammad Riduan Abdullah...
Jellybean Johnson, the original drummer for Prince's band the Time, has died at age 69. His passing was confirmed by fellow musician Sheila E., a close friend and collaborator, though the specific cause remains undisclosed. The announcement came shortly after Johnson celebrated his birthday.
Sheila E. expressed profound sorrow upon learning of his death, describing him as a kind, funny, and exceptionally talented individual who was also a skilled guitar player. She recalled meeting him during a Prince tour around the early 1980s and remembered visiting the set for the Ice Cream Castles video shoot.
Born in Chicago and raised in Minneapolis, Johnson began formal drum lessons as a teenager and later learned guitar independently...
Penang police are investigating a Belgian woman's report that she was struck by a stray bullet inside her Batu Ferringhi condominium. The 67-year-old, a Malaysia My Second Home visa holder, claimed the incident occurred early Monday morning. She received hospital treatment for a laceration above her eyebrow.
Authorities stated that a forensic examination of her residence found blood stains but no bullets or evidence of a gunshot. The treating physician reported that the injury appeared consistent with impact from a blunt object, not a firearm. Police noted inconsistencies in the woman's statement and are continuing their investigation to determine the true cause of her injury.
Barisan Nasional has pledged to construct 15,000 affordable homes annually for Sabah's low and middle-income families if it gains leadership. The coalition's development manifesto also proposes establishing a Sabah Wealth Fund, financed by resource revenue and private investment, to ensure long-term financial sovereignty.
The plan prioritizes critical infrastructure upgrades, vowing to resolve persistent water shortages through a new water commission and increase electricity generation capacity. It further commits to delivering statewide internet coverage within five years and completing the Pan Borneo Highway. A new international airport and a port in Kudat are also proposed to stimulate economic growth.
The Swedish pop artist Robyn will celebrate New Year's Eve with a concert and party at the Brooklyn Paramount. She announced the event, scheduled for December 31, 2025, will run from 9 pm until 3 am. In a message to fans, she described the night as an opportunity to dress up and dance into the new year.
The performance marks a return to live shows for the singer, who recently previewed a new album. Her note expressed a desire for an in-person connection with her audience. A presale for tickets begins on November 24.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim stated that no discussions occurred regarding Nurul Izzah Anwar potentially becoming the next Selangor Menteri Besar. He attributed the suggestion solely to the current officeholder, Amirudin Shari. When questioned about Amirudin's expressed interest in a federal position, Anwar noted that several vacancies exist and that such talks were premature.
Responding to other topics, the Prime Minister endorsed a proposal to create a Centre for African Studies, acknowledging a need for greater understanding of the continent. He clarified that while the government encourages business ventures in Africa, investment decisions ultimately rest with the private sector.
