Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil today announced a RM50 million allocation to Pos Malaysia Berhad to enhance postal services across the country, including in remote and rural areas.
The funds, provided through the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC), aim to modernize the postal sector and ensure its relevance and competitiveness in the digital age.
Fahmi highlighted the ongoing importance of postal services, particularly as e-commerce and the digital economy grow, noting that physical mail continues to complement digital communication.
At the launch of Redly Pos Malaysia International for World Post Day 2025, Fahmi introduced Redly, a new cross-border platform that consolidates all of Pos Malaysia’s...
A new policy aimed at boosting Malay property ownership will be introduced for the redevelopment of Kampung Sungai Baru, Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Federal Territories) Datuk Seri Dr. Zaliha Mustafa announced.
She stated that the Federal Territories Department has been tasked with drafting and studying the implementation of this policy, which includes creating affordable ownership categories for Malays in the redevelopment. This may involve government-linked companies (GLCs) with strict conditions ensuring replacement housing is exclusively owned by Malays.
Dr. Zaliha outlined that the policy would include affordable Malay condominiums, SOHO units, shop houses, and office spaces, alongside continuing the Residensi...
Parti Bersatu Sabah (PBS) has pledged to support the five former Parti Solidariti Tanah Airku (Star) assemblymen who remained with the Gabungan Rakyat Sabah (GRS) coalition, committing to mobilize its campaign machinery in their constituencies for the upcoming state elections.
PBS information chief Datuk Joniston Bangkuai announced the decision after a political bureau meeting chaired by acting president Datuk Seri Dr. Joachim Gunsalam. The move aims to strengthen cooperation and unity on the ground between PBS and GRS, particularly in areas where PBS has strong grassroots support.
PBS will soon engage in discussions with the five assemblymen — Datuk Ellron Angin, Datuk Robert Tawik, Datuk Abidin Madingkir, Datuk Annuar Ayub, and...
Petaling Jaya still has a number of unlicensed care centers for children and elderly residents, but the Petaling Jaya City Council (MBPJ) is working to ensure all remaining centers become licensed, said city mayor Mohamad Zahri Samingon.
Zahri reported that 140 out of 147 childcare centers, 100 out of 108 welfare and disability centers, and 67 out of 70 homes for the elderly are already licensed. He noted that many operators initially open their centers and address licensing later.
He emphasized MBPJ’s commitment to ensuring all care centers operate legally, safely, and with quality. Zahri also outlined MBPJ’s targets, including improving care center guidelines, expanding training for carers, and fostering innovation in social care...
A Form Four student at SMKA Tun Datu Mustapha, accused of bullying 13-year-old Zara Qairina Mahathir, testified today in the Coroner’s Court that she never scolded, humiliated, or harmed Zara on the night the girl fell.
Known as Student B, the accused stated that her interaction with Zara on July 15 was calm and limited to questioning her about a missing wallet. She clarified that she had simply asked Zara if she knew about the missing wallet and identification card of another student, which Zara denied.
Student B, a dorm leader, said Zara appeared normal and not emotionally distressed during the brief exchange. She also denied any involvement in further questioning by other students after the confrontation.
The student confirmed...
Compensation for residents of Kampung Sungai Baru who opposed the development project has been fully paid, with amounts ranging from RM198,000 to RM2.9 million, depending on the property type.
Federal Territories Minister Datuk Seri Dr. Zaliha Mustafa explained that the compensation was based on market values assessed by the Department of Valuation and Property Services, with terrace houses valued between RM800,000 and RM2.9 million, and flats between RM198,000 and RM350,000.
She clarified that payments, which included relocation expenses and rental fees, were completed between February 2022 and January 2023 and covered both property owners and tenants.
Dr. Zaliha noted that the compensation offered was higher than the market values...
The construction of the permanent disposal facility (PDF) for Lynas Malaysia Sdn Bhd's radioactive waste is 72% complete and is expected to be finished by the end of 2026.
Science, Technology, and Innovation Minister Chang Lih Kang stated that the progress is slightly behind the original target of 82%, but is still considered satisfactory. Four cells—Cell A, B, C, and D—have been completed, and the process of filling them with water leach purification (WLP) waste is underway.
In response to concerns about a Health Impact Assessment (HIA) for the surrounding community, Chang noted that no such study has been deemed necessary so far, as no health issues have been reported in the area.
Chang added that Lynas complies with the...
A 59-year-old man, whose four-wheel drive gained attention for displaying a Hebrew sticker allegedly reading "Malaysia Our Home," has clarified that he had no ill intentions and was simply interested in foreign languages.
Melaka police chief Datuk Dzulkhairi Mukhtar said the retired civil servant explained he ordered the sticker from a shop in Selangor 13 years ago. He said the phrase was inspired by "Israel Betainu," meaning "Israel Our Home," which he modified to "Malizia Beiteinu" for "Malaysia Our Home."
The man stated he has long been fascinated by different languages, including Greek and Russian, and had no political or religious motive. Police are consulting experts to ensure the phrase carries no hidden meanings.
The incident...
Federal Territories Minister Dr. Zaliha Mustafa criticized former minister Annuar Musa for making a “rushed” decision that allowed a developer to acquire land in Kampung Sungai Baru, designated for redevelopment.
During a Dewan Rakyat session, Zaliha explained that in 2020, the absence of federal policies on land acquisition consent led to the use of the Land Acquisition Act 1960 against residents who opposed the project.
She noted that the land was gazetted under Sections 4 and 8 of the Act between June 18 and June 21, 2021, and called for Annuar to be questioned over the quick decision.
Zaliha also pointed out that the consent threshold for redevelopment projects was only introduced in 2021.
