Four construction workers remain missing after their transport vessel sank while crossing Sungai Krian near Feri Kaba at 5:30 p.m. yesterday. The boat, carrying 10 employees traveling home from work between Jeti Sesang and Jeti Pusa, sank midstream. Six workers escaped by swimming to shore while rescue teams continue searching for the others.
Emergency responders from Saratok Fire and Rescue Station arrived at 7:10 p.m. but postponed operations until today due to safety conditions. The missing workers include one Malaysian, Mohd Asfar Sulaiman, 25, and three Indonesians aged 35, 41, and 50. Police have opened an investigation at Saratok Police Station while authorities prepare search efforts for the missing men.
ASEAN economic leaders discussed expanding trade partnerships during meetings that concluded today. Investment Minister Tengku Zafrul Abdul Aziz emphasized the bloc's efforts to strengthen ties with Gulf nations while addressing global economic challenges. Ministers expressed concerns about rising protectionism, which threatens international trade rules.
The group advanced key agreements, including updated trade frameworks and digital economy initiatives. Malaysia leads 18 priority projects during its current chairmanship of the regional organization. Officials plan to finalize the enhanced ASEAN Trade in Goods Agreement at October's summit.
The upgraded trade pact includes provisions for supply chain resilience and crisis response...
Penang Fire and Rescue Department teams successfully located two Australian hikers who became lost near Happy Rock at Freedom Hill in Batu Ferringhi. Patrick Philippe Chung, 44, and his wife Patricia Wong, 45, had wandered off hiking trails in the forest area. Rescue workers from Bagan Jermal Fire Station used WhatsApp location data shared by the stranded couple to pinpoint their position. Local residents assisted firefighters during the search efforts.
Six emergency personnel participated in the rescue mission under an operations commander who assessed conditions before deploying teams. The Australians suffered no injuries during their ordeal in the wilderness. Authorities transferred the couple to police custody after bringing them...
Authorities confiscated 1,997 electronic cigarette products during a joint enforcement sweep at KSL City Mall. The Johor Health Department partnered with Johor Bahru City Council to conduct the operation targeting disposable devices, flavors and vaping equipment. Dr Haidar Rizal Toha and Kayrul Hidayah Mansor directed the enforcement action under state health regulations and municipal trade laws.
Officials opened 10 investigation files following the seizures. Eight cases proceed under the Control of Smoking Products for Public Health Act 2024, while two additional matters fall under different provisions of the same legislation. Johor Health and Environment Committee Chairman Ling Tian Soon announced the results through social media...
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim declared that Sabah and Sarawak will gain additional parliamentary representation. The announcement marks the first expansion of legislative seats for these states since 1993. Both East Malaysian states had formally requested more parliamentary positions during discussions about the 1963 Malaysia Agreement. The decision addresses longstanding calls for greater political representation in federal government.
Anwar advised that Sabah's State Legislative Assembly must dissolve by November 11. He urged political parties to maintain harmony and prevent conflicts that might damage national unity. The prime minister emphasized selecting qualified candidates regardless of their geographic origins. He described...
Malaysia will provide RON95 petrol at RM1.99 per liter for citizens through improved governance that eliminated financial waste, Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim announced. The Budi Madani RON95 program fulfills a longstanding pledge by PKR and Pakatan Harapan parties. Previous high debt levels and widespread corruption prevented earlier implementation of the subsidy measure. Government officials worked to address systemic financial problems before launching the initiative.
Police and military personnel began receiving the reduced rate on Friday, with cash aid recipients starting Saturday. All Malaysian citizens will gain access on Monday, regardless of their income level, through the new program. Foreign nationals will pay RM2.60 per...
Ghana will establish permanent military installations at strategic locations near water bodies and forest reserves to fight illegal mining operations. Deputy Minister Yussif Sulemana announced the initiative at the West and Central Africa Mining Summit in Accra on Thursday. Security forces had successfully removed illegal miners from protected areas, but the operations lacked lasting impact because miners returned after troops departed.
The government reclaimed nine forest reserves that previous administrations had lost to illegal mining activities. Sulemana stated that permanent bases would prevent miners from returning to cleared sites. He defended government efforts against illegal mining, citing improved water quality measurements...
Manchester City defeated Burnley decisively as Erling Haaland netted twice during the final moments. French defender Maxime Esteve deflected the ball into his net on two separate occasions. Pep Guardiola's squad climbed to fourth place after winning three matches and drawing one following consecutive August defeats.
Esteve misdirected a clearance attempt past his goalkeeper after Jeremy Doku's shot was saved. Jaidon Anthony leveled the score for Burnley through a deflected finish off Ruben Dias. Matheus Nunes volleyed home from Haaland's header before providing the cross that led to Esteve's second mishap. The Norwegian striker completed his brace during the closing minutes to extend his strong seasonal form.
Eddie Nketiah delivered Crystal Palace victory against Liverpool during stoppage time at Selhurst Park. The striker's late goal ended the Premier League leaders' perfect five-game winning streak. Palace moved into second place while extending their unbeaten streak across all competitions to 18 matches.
Ismaila Sarr opened scoring for the hosts after nine minutes when Liverpool failed to clear a corner kick. Federico Chiesa appeared to rescue a point for the visitors with an 87th-minute equalizer. Nketiah struck during the seventh minute of added time after VAR confirmed he remained onside. Brazilian goalkeeper Alisson prevented a larger defeat with several outstanding saves throughout the match.
