Day: March 26, 2026

Majority of MIC Leadership Supports Remaining in BN — Puad Zarkashi

KUALA LUMPUR: An overwhelming majority of the Central Working Committee (CWC) of the Malaysian Indian Congress (MIC) has decided to remain within the Barisan Nasional (BN), according to Umno leader Puad Zarkashi. The Umno Supreme Council member said that based on reliable internal sources, about 95% of MIC’s CWC members who met recently supported the […]

PN Urges Immediate, Transparent Probe Into Alleged RM9.5mil Payment Linked to PKR MP

PETALING JAYA, March 26 — The opposition coalition Perikatan Nasional (PN) has called for an urgent and transparent investigation into allegations that RM9.5 million was paid to a Member of Parliament from Parti Keadilan Rakyat (PKR) in connection with efforts to resolve issues involving an alleged “corporate mafia” network. In a statement on Thursday (March […]

PKR Warns of Legal Action Over Unfounded Allegations, Says Fuziah Salleh

PETALING JAYA –The Parti Keadilan Rakyat (PKR) has warned it will not hesitate to take legal action against individuals spreading baseless accusations against its leadership, according to its secretary-general Fuziah Salleh. Fuziah said the party views seriously recent viral allegations attempting to link its leaders to claims of receiving money to resolve matters involving certain […]

Kota Belud Industrial Park Master Plan to Be Tabled at Sabah Cabinet — Ewon

KOTA BELUD, March 26, 2026: The master plan for the Kota Belud Industrial Park will be presented to the Sabah State Cabinet at its upcoming meeting, said Deputy Chief Minister III Datuk Ewon Benedick. Ewon, who is also the state Minister of Industrial Development, Entrepreneurship and Transport, said the Cabinet paper aligns with the state […]

Exito Media Concepts Announces the 31st Global Edition of the Cyber Security Summit Australia 2026

SYDNEY, AU – (ACN Newswire) – Australia continues to position itself as a global leader in digital innovation, with organisations across industries rapidly embracing cloud computing, digital banking, artificial intelligence, and large-scale digital transformation initiatives. While these advancements are driving economic growth and operational efficiency, they are also expanding the cyber threat landscape—making cybersecurity resilience […]

OLLOBOT Prepares August Kickstarter Launch

LAS VEGAS, March 26, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — OLLOBOT, a brand focused on fusing advanced technology with emotional companionship, announced that the upgraded version of OlloNi, its companion‑robot concept first revealed earlier this year, is scheduled to launch on Kickstarter in August. The forthcoming model follows the positive response OlloNi received during its public debut at CES 2026, […]

Australia Bans Iranian Visitors Amid Middle East Conflict, Citing Visa Risks

SYDNEY — The Australian government announced on Thursday a six-month ban on visitors holding Iranian passports, citing heightened risks that temporary visa holders may refuse or be unable to return home amid the ongoing Middle East conflict. The Department of Home Affairs said the ban applies to individuals seeking to enter Australia for tourism or work purposes, with some exceptions considered on a case-by-case basis, such as parents of Australian citizens. “The conflict in Iran has increased the risk that some temporary visa holders may be unable or unwilling to leave Australia when their visa expires,” the department said in a statement. Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke emphasized that visitor visas issued prior to the conflict would likely not be approved now. “The decision to settle permanently in Australia should be made in a planned manner by the government, not a random consequence of who books a holiday,” he said. Australia is home to over 85,000 people born in Iran, with significant diaspora communities in Sydney and Melbourne. Tensions between the two countries escalated earlier this month when Australia granted asylum to seven members of an Iranian women’s soccer team visiting the country. The players were branded “traitors” in Iran after refusing to sing the national anthem before an Asian Cup match — a protest against the Islamic Republic. Five of the seven individuals later withdrew their asylum applications, amid concerns that their families may have faced pressure or threats from Iranian authorities.

SYDNEY — The Australian government announced on Thursday a six-month ban on visitors holding Iranian passports, citing heightened risks that temporary visa holders may refuse or be unable to return home amid the ongoing Middle East conflict. The Department of Home Affairs said the ban applies to individuals seeking to enter Australia for tourism or […]

PKR Pledges Full Cooperation Over Alleged RM10 Million Misconduct Involving Party MP

KUALA LUMPUR — PKR has expressed its readiness to fully cooperate with authorities regarding allegations involving one of its Members of Parliament in a RM10 million misconduct case. Party Information Chief Datuk Fahmi Fadzil said the party leadership had been briefed on the media reports concerning the allegations and would leave the matter entirely to the authorities for further investigation. “We have not held any meeting regarding this matter, but the leadership has been informed of the reports. If there is any wrongdoing, we leave it to the authorities to conduct the investigation. We have nothing to hide and the party will cooperate fully with law enforcement,” he told reporters after attending the 219th Police Day celebration at the Kuala Lumpur Police Training Centre (PULAPOL) today. Fahmi, who is also the Communications Minister, added that Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has previously made it clear that the government will not shield anyone involved in misconduct. “This principle applies to all groups, including party members or MPs from the government bloc,” he said. Regarding the party’s next steps, Fahmi stressed that any investigation must begin with an official report from the complainant to enforcement agencies such as the Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) or the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (SPRM). “It is up to the complainant to lodge a police report or report to any other enforcement body. This is the process that must be followed before any further action is taken,” he explained. The allegation stems from media reports that businessman Victor Chin Boon Long, linked to the ‘corporate mafia’ scandal, claimed that a PKR MP had asked him to provide RM10 million in cash to resolve the matter. On 16 March, police confirmed raids on several properties belonging to the businessman in Kemensah and Sungai Long, Kajang. However, both he and his wife were reportedly not present during the operations.

KUALA LUMPUR — PKR has expressed its readiness to fully cooperate with authorities regarding allegations involving one of its Members of Parliament in a RM10 million misconduct case. Party Information Chief Datuk Fahmi Fadzil said the party leadership had been briefed on the media reports concerning the allegations and would leave the matter entirely to […]

Sabah, China Eye Stronger Sister-City Ties to Boost Tourism and Investment

KOTA KINABALU, 26 March 2026: The Chinese Consulate office here has expressed support for revisiting sister-city partnerships to strengthen tourism, cultural, and economic ties with Sabah, including exploring new avenues for collaboration. The Consul General of the People’s Republic of China in Kota Kinabalu, Dr Zhu Xinglong, said that maintaining strong and continuous connections can […]