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Man shot in Golok, Thailand, dies in hospital
A Malaysian man wounded during a shooting at his residence in Golok, Thailand, died at a hospital on Saturday night. Mohd Fuad Fahmie Ghazali, 33, succumbed to his injuries around 9 p.m. following treatment at Sungai Golok Hospital, according to his mother Zaiton Abdul Rahman, 64. She learned of the attack and hospitalization at 8 p.m. before receiving notification of his death one hour afterward. Authorities in Thailand identified a person of interest who reportedly abandoned a 9mm handgun at the scene and resided nearby. Witnesses described an altercation between the two men over financial matters, though details about the debt remain uncertain. Officers continue pursuing the individual while investigating what prompted the violence...
Man dies after falling from tractor in Baling orchard
A farm laborer died after tumbling from agricultural equipment while performing duties at an orchard in Kampung Bukit Rawa, Sedim, Malau, on Saturday. Police discovered the 28-year-old worker from Kampung Gelugor, Karangan, Kulim, lying motionless with facial injuries, according to Acting Baling District Police Chief Deputy Superintendent Ahmad Salimi Md Ali. The victim had traveled to the property with another male employee responsible for maintaining the fruit trees when the accident occurred. Investigators believe he lost his balance and fell while operating the tractor during routine agricultural tasks, Ahmad Salimi said in a statement released on Sunday. Medical examiners transported the deceased to Baling Hospital's forensic...
Customs seizes RM2.3M untaxed Ford Mustang in Sarawak
Malaysian authorities seized a classic American muscle car worth more than 2.3 million ringgit after discovering the vintage automobile hidden behind a vacant business property in Sarawak last month. Customs officers acting on intelligence tips found the 1967 Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 covered by gray fabric near Kuala Baram on October 7, according to regional director Datuk Norizan Yahya. The vehicle lacked proper registration documents and appeared to have bypassed import procedures, Norizan said in a statement released on Sunday. Officials valued the classic Ford at 679,339.50 ringgit, with additional duties and levies reaching approximately 1.7 million ringgit. Investigators believe someone brought the car into Malaysia without...
Syed Saddiq raises RM1M for Muar after Ironman finish
A Malaysian lawmaker secured one million ringgit in corporate donations for his district after finishing an extreme endurance competition on Langkawi island on Sunday. Syed Saddiq Syed Abdul Rahman, who represents Muar in parliament, completed the Ironman Malaysia Championship's swimming, cycling and running segments in 12 hours, 22 minutes and 18 seconds. The 32-year-old politician said he pushed through illness and vomiting during the race because constituents remained foremost in his thoughts. Local fashion firm Prima Valet had promised the seven-figure contribution if he finished under 13 hours, with funds designated for community food programs, computer equipment and holiday clothing. Syed Saddiq bettered his previous year's...
Taiwanese influencer “Nurse Goddess” dies suddenly in Malaysia
A Taiwanese social media personality died from cardiac arrest during a work trip to Malaysia last week, according to multiple media outlets in Taiwan. Hsieh Yu-hsin, who went by Iris Hsieh online and earned the moniker Nurse Goddess, was 31 years old and had previously worked in healthcare before building a following of more than 500,000 Instagram subscribers. Her manager, Chris, said the medical emergency happened suddenly on October 30 while she was traveling for a photography project, leaving no time for lifesaving intervention. Days before her death, Hsieh had posted photos from what appeared to be a vacation. Chris dismissed speculation circulating online about narcotics involvement at Genting Highlands, stating such claims lacked...
Firefighters rescue an injured 1.5m crocodile on Miri road
Emergency crews in Miri removed an injured crocodile from a roadway after the reptile apparently collided with a motor vehicle on Saturday night. The Sarawak Fire and Rescue Department received notification at 10:03 p.m. and deployed six responders to Marina Phase 1, where they located the approximately five-foot reptile lying on the pavement with visible trauma consistent with a vehicle strike. Rescue personnel secured the animal using rope-snaring methods before transferring custody to Sarawak Forestry officials for additional care. The department concluded its response at 10:38 p.m., according to an official statement released on Sunday.
Selangor to decide fate of 19 Kampung Jawa residents next week
Selangor's chief minister announced that authorities will decide the future of 19 property owners displaced by expressway construction as early as next week. Datuk Seri Amirudin Shari told reporters on Sunday that a special session scheduled for November 3 will bring together state officials, the West Coast Expressway company, and federal agencies to resolve lingering disputes affecting residents who have not yet moved from Kampung Jawa in Klang. Amirudin said the gathering will examine recent project developments and address technical problems, plus communication breakdowns among people living in the affected zone. He emphasized that provincial authorities remain dedicated to finishing the highway without sacrificing the welfare of...
BN, PH close to finalizing seat deal for Sabah election
Coalition partners negotiating seat distribution for Sabah's upcoming assembly vote have completed roughly 70 percent of their discussions, according to the state chairman of Barisan Nasional. Datuk Seri Bung Moktar Radin said on Sunday that his alliance and Pakatan Harapan must resolve remaining disagreements before publicly announcing their arrangement for the 17th state election. Several constituencies require additional talks between the two groups, Bung Moktar told reporters after a community program. He expects to meet with party leaders on November 3 or 4 to settle outstanding issues. The delay stems from both coalitions seeking to field candidates in overlapping areas, he explained. Barisan Nasional will reduce its electoral...
KPDN clears Budi95 of underfilled petrol claims
Malaysian authorities found no evidence of wrongdoing after investigating social media accusations that motorists received short measures of RON95 gasoline following the rollout of targeted Budi Madani RON95 subsidies. Enforcement director-general Datuk Azman Adam from the Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Ministry said on Sunday that inspectors examined six complaints about underfilled fuel tanks but discovered no violations affecting either volume or grade. Minister Datuk Armizan Mohd Ali directed an immediate probe to address consumer concerns transparently after posts circulated online alleging problems at pumps. Officials reviewed transaction logs and tested dispensing equipment, confirming the subsidy program had not compromised...
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