The IJM Duo Highway Challenge Run will force authorities to shut down two major expressways this Sunday. Officials will close New Pantai Expressway and Sungai Besi Expressway from 1am until 11am on August 3. The Ministry of Works and Malaysian Highway Authority granted approval for these temporary restrictions. Royal Malaysia Police will manage traffic flow during the event period. IJM Corporation Berhad serves as the title sponsor for this annual running competition.
New Pantai Expressway restrictions will affect the route from Kewajipan Roundabout at KM 1.8 in Subang Jaya extending to KM 11 near Bangsar. The closure will also block the stretch between Kuchai Lama Entrepreneurs Park and Pantai Dalam Toll Plaza in both travel...
Utility and Telecommunication Minister Datuk Seri Julaihi Narawi confirmed that the Salim Water Treatment Plant upgrade exceeds expected timelines during his recent site inspection. The Sibu Water Board manages this RM291.4 million initiative, which demonstrates remarkable advancement beyond projected benchmarks. Physical completion stands at 25.48 percent against the planned 16.63 percent target. Workers have achieved an 8.85 percent lead over the original construction schedule. The minister praised all participants for their exceptional performance.
The enhancement will expand production from 150 million liters daily to 300 million liters upon completion. Combined with the existing Bukit Lima facility producing 45 million liters...
A Sessions Court judge awarded RM800,000 in damages to a woman who suffered complications from breast filler injections at an unlicensed Petaling Jaya clinic. The patient experienced pain and swelling after the 2020 procedure, requiring multiple surgeries and treatments to remove the fillers. Judge Saifullah Bhatti ruled against a doctor who lacked proper Health Ministry credentials and the unlicensed beauty facility. The court determined that consent forms become invalid when doctors fail to disclose their lack of qualifications to patients. This decision aims to warn the public about checking medical practitioners' licenses before receiving aesthetic treatments.
The doctor had failed the required Letter of Credentialling and...
Authorities conducted a noon operation against a suspected online gambling facility operating from the 23rd floor of a Jalan Kia Peng building. The Vice, Gambling and Corrupt Practices Crime Investigation Division collaborated with Dang Wangi district headquarters during the Op Dadu enforcement action. Officers detained thirteen suspects comprising eight Malaysian men, three Malaysian women, and two Chinese citizens.
Acting Kuala Lumpur police chief Datuk Mohamed Usuf Jan Mohamad confirmed the syndicate had targeted Indonesian customers since April. Workers received monthly compensation between RM3,000 and RM4,000 for their participation in the scheme. The operation maintained business hours from 11am until 8pm each day.
Investigators...
Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail announced that Malaysia is nearing completion of its review of the Security Offences Special Measures Act 2012. Parliamentary amendments will arrive shortly after the government completes its policy memorandum preparation. The ministry examines all 73 offences within the legislation to verify compliance with constitutional provisions and international human rights commitments. Stakeholder discussions continue with police forces, legal chambers, rights commissioners, courts, advocacy groups, academics, and legal specialists.
Section 13 receives particular attention as officials reassess bail categorizations across bailable, non-bailable, and unbailable offences. Cabinet approval...
Malaysia targets December 2025 for completing the basic Medical and Health Insurance/Takaful product concept development. The government plans implementation by late 2026, though officials have not finalized the structure and design. Stakeholder consultations continue to ensure affordability and long-term sustainability align with product features. The Ministry of Finance addressed parliamentary inquiries about using Employees Provident Fund Account 2 savings for health insurance financing. Navy Commander Nordin Ahmad Ismail raised questions about medical cost relief and implementation timelines.
Bank Negara Malaysia, the Ministry of Health, and the Ministry of Finance launched the RESET strategy to tackle rising healthcare expenses...
Singapore has selected Johor Menteri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi as the 82nd recipient of the Lee Kuan Yew Exchange Fellowship. The three-day program commenced today and continues through August 1. Malaysia's Foreign Affairs Ministry confirms Onn Hafiz becomes the ninth Malaysian leader to earn this distinction since the fellowship began in 1991. The prestigious program identifies exceptional leaders who show promise for advancing national progress and strengthening regional partnerships.
Foreign Minister Dr Vivian Balakrishnan serves as host for the visit. Prime Minister Lawrence Wong will conduct discussions with the Johor leader alongside Deputy Prime Minister Gan Kim Yong and additional cabinet members. The fellowship program...
Malaysia Aviation Group will relocate Firefly's jet operations from Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport Terminal 1 on August 19, 2025. Turboprop services will remain at Subang Airport to maintain regional connectivity. Group managing director Datuk Captain Izham Ismail announced the move enhances operational efficiency through shared resources and improved passenger connections. The relocation forms part of a broader network optimization strategy for sustainable jet services. KLIA's expanded capacity supports greater scalability while strengthening Malaysia's primary aviation hub status.
Boeing 737-800 aircraft will operate the transferred routes with 10kg checked baggage and 7kg carry-on allowances...
Paratus Group and Real Image Internet established their joint telecommunications venture during a July 25, 2025 ceremony in Eswatini. The partnership combines continental expertise with local market knowledge to deliver advanced digital infrastructure throughout the kingdom. Managing Director Ali Resting and Group CEO Schalk Erasmus presented expansion strategies targeting businesses, government agencies, and local communities. The company operates as an authorized Starlink Business distributor across multiple regions from rural areas to urban centers. Their comprehensive service package covers hardware provision, technical installation, round-the-clock support, and warranty administration.
Educational institutions receive dedicated...
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