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Penang's Fahmi Fadzil confronts Meta over Facebook gambling blitz
Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil schedules discussions with Meta representatives on September 22 regarding Facebook platform concerns. The minister plans to address Class License requirements for Application Service Providers and persistent online gambling advertisements appearing across the social network. Facebook continues rejecting requests to remove gambling-related content and accounts despite Malaysian regulations prohibiting such activities. The platform accepts credit card payments for these banned advertisements while maintaining awareness of their illegal status within Malaysia. Fahmi advocates for dialogue rather than platform restrictions since many citizens depend on Facebook for economic and social purposes. The...
AMD claims Ryzen 9800X3D with RTX 5090 hits 1000 fps in esports blaze
AMD claims its latest Ryzen 9000X3D processors enable competitive gaming at 1000 frames per second when combined with premium graphics cards. The company demonstrates this performance across six popular esports titles through specific system configurations. Their marketing materials showcase results from Ryzen 7 9800X3D, Ryzen 9 9950X3D, and mobile Ryzen 9 9955HX3D processors paired with GeForce RTX 5080 and RTX 5090D graphics cards. Test systems operated Windows 11 version 24H2 with disabled virtualization-based security and Smart Access Memory features. Memory ran at 6000 MT/s with CL30 timing at 1080p resolution. Counter-Strike 2, Valorant, League of Legends, PUBG, and Naraka Bladepoint achieved the targeted frame rates during AMD...
Johor Bahru clerk loses RM527k to fake betting app, says Raub Selamat
Police investigate fraud after a 46-year-old bookkeeper transferred RM527,681.17 to scammers through a fake betting investment plan. The woman received promises of five percent returns when contacted by phone on June 12 at Taman Desa Tebrau. She initially invested RM10,000 and received RM1,000 back after testing the game twice. Between July 14 and September 4, multiple transfers went to nine separate bank accounts before she realized the deception. ACP Raub Selamat from Johor Bahru Selatan police confirmed the victim used personal savings for all payments. Commercial Crime Intelligence System checks revealed the suspect's phone number lacked previous fraud records but appeared misused for criminal activity. Officers examine the case...
Myvi civil servant nabbed after Bangi toll brawl says ACP Naazron
Authorities detained a government employee following a traffic collision and confrontation with another motorist at Selangor's Bangi toll plaza. The 25-year-old suspect surrendered to Kajang Police Headquarters at 9.50 pm yesterday. Officers confiscated his Perodua Myvi vehicle from the Dang Wangi location. Police Chief ACP Naazron Abdul Yusof confirmed the individual faces charges under Section 279 of the Penal Code and Rule 6 of the Road Traffic Rules 1959. A magistrate approved a one-day remand to facilitate the investigation. The victim filed her complaint at 7.50 pm on Friday after the morning incident. At 6.10 am, the suspect's vehicle struck the left front section of the woman's car while she traveled to work. Both drivers...
Tengku Zafrul ignites Kuala Lumpur NIMP 2030 and NSS tech charge
Malaysia accelerates industrial transformation through strategic government initiatives targeting economic advancement. Trade and Industry Minister Tengku Zafrul Abdul Aziz emphasizes systematic approaches that position the nation as a high-income economy. The New Industrial Master Plan 2030 and National Semiconductor Strategy guide technological adoption across manufacturing sectors. These frameworks encourage businesses to integrate advanced digital solutions and innovative processes. Quality Malaysian products will generate premium employment opportunities for future generations. The semiconductor initiative plans to develop 60,000 skilled engineers through specialized training programs. Malaysia seeks recognition as a leading...
Anwar Ibrahim unleashes MySPPIM 2.0 marriage app frenzy in Putrajaya
Jakim enhances public access to marriage services through the expanded deployment of the MySPPIM mobile application across Malaysia. Citizens obtain pre-marriage course applications, marriage submissions, advisory consultations, and digital certificate cards through the streamlined platform. Enforcement officers utilize the system to authenticate marriage records during official procedures. The application processes online registrations for marriages, divorces, and referrals, while providing access to pre-marriage course certificates. Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim activated MySPPIM 2.0 during the IJPAM 2025 ceremony. Religious Affairs Minister Mohd Na'im Mokhtar attended the launch event held in conjunction with the national religious...
Bukit Kayu Hitam holiday crush chokes ICQS border warns Nasaruddin
Traffic backups plague the Bukit Kayu Hitam border checkpoint as Malaysian families travel to Thailand during school breaks and the Malaysia Day holiday period. Commander Mohd Nasaruddin M. Nasir reports that vehicle queues began forming yesterday and will likely persist through September 21. Border statistics reveal 21,971 people crossed the checkpoint yesterday, with 17,030 departing for Thailand and 4,941 entering Malaysia from various countries. The checkpoint operates daily from 6 am to midnight under tight security supervision. Authorities have activated emergency response teams and assigned additional personnel to manage the overwhelming traffic flow. Border officials collaborate with police and enforcement agencies to maintain...
Zaliha Mustafa supercharges budget 2026 for KL Putrajaya Labuan trips
Federal authorities prepare Budget 2026 presentations scheduled for October 10 in Parliament with tourism development as a primary objective. Minister Zaliha Mustafa conducted discussions with Finance Ministry officials to outline territorial priorities for the upcoming fiscal year. The budget will focus on promoting activities across Kuala Lumpur, Putrajaya, and Labuan to support the Visit Malaysia Year 2026 initiatives. Government agencies plan multiple programs to enhance the capital's visual appeal for international visitors. Tourism promotion efforts will concentrate particularly on advancing Labuan's recreational sector. Parliament will receive the fourth Madani Budget, designed to strengthen economic foundations and improve...
Dzulkefly Ahmad rips Malaysia health playbook with Rakan KKM EMR push
Health Minister Dzulkefly Ahmad announced comprehensive healthcare system changes at the Malaysian Medical Association annual banquet during their 65th meeting. The reforms focus on building stronger and fairer medical services for all citizens across the country. Healthcare financing improvements will introduce the Rakan KKM program to strengthen government hospitals and medical facilities. A new payment system called Diagnosis-Related Group will launch by mid-2026 to control rising medical costs. Bank Negara Malaysia partners with industry leaders to create better Medical and Health Insurance coverage for middle-income families. Digital technology transforms medical services through advanced computer systems at healthcare centers...
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