Barisan Nasional’s Leaw Kok Chan Pledges Experience-Driven Leadership for Temiang
SEREMBAN, July 24 — Barisan Nasional (BN) candidate for the Temiang state seat, Leaw Kok Chan, has pledged to leverage his three decades of experience in public service and government administration to drive development and improve the well-being of residents in the constituency. Leaw, who is contesting as candidate number two in the Negeri Sembilan […]
Explore Korea, One Destination at a Time with T’way Air
JAKARTA, July 24 2026 — South Korean low-cost carrier T’way Air has launched a limited-time promotional campaign offering discounted fares on its Indonesia–South Korea routes as it seeks to encourage more travellers to explore the country. The “Explore Korea, One Destination at a Time” campaign runs until July 31 and features special offers for flights […]
Agoda Sees Surge in Interest for Japan’s Summer Fireworks Destinations
SINGAPORE, July 24 2026 — Digital travel platform Agoda has reported a significant rise in accommodation searches for destinations hosting Japan’s major summer fireworks festivals, highlighting growing demand for travel experiences that combine fireworks displays with local sightseeing, cuisine and overnight stays. Based on Agoda’s accommodation search data for summer 2026, Nagaoka City in Niigata […]
Malaysia Reinforces National Unity Through Three Core Pillars
KUALA LUMPUR, JULY 24 — The Malaysian government has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening national unity by encouraging citizens to uphold three fundamental elements that symbolise the nation’s identity and harmony. In a public awareness campaign shared by the Department of Information Malaysia (Jabatan Penerangan Malaysia), the government urged Malaysians to respect the Negaraku national […]
Spain declares state of emergency following forest fires in Madrid
BRUSSELS: Spanish Interior Minister Fernando Grande-Marlaska on Friday declared a state of emergency in the Madrid Region and the Avila region due to the worsening situation caused by forest fires, Anadolu Agency (AA) reported, citing local media. According to broadcaster RTVE, the declaration covers forest fires in the municipalities of Villa del Prado and San […]
Penang State Museum reopens, free entry until August 31
GEORGE TOWN: After nine years of closure for restoration and upgrading work, the Penang State Museum has reopened with a new look, reflecting the state government’s commitment to preserving and upholding history, heritage and culture. Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow said the RM18 million project involved two phases, namely the restoration of heritage buildings to […]
Tabung Haji RCI report should be disclosed – Datuk Seri Fahmi
JEMPOL, JULY 24 — The final report of the Royal Commission of Inquiry (RCI) on Tabung Haji (TH) should be made public to ensure that depositors, contributors and the public obtain a comprehensive picture of what happened previously, said Communications Minister Datuk Seri Fahmi Fadzil. He said the disclosure of the report was in line […]
Deputy IGP Ayob Khan Announces Retirement Effective This Sunday
KUALA LUMPUR, JULY 24 — Deputy Inspector-General of Police Tan Sri Ayob Khan Mydin Pitchay will officially retire from the Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) this Sunday, ending a distinguished career spanning nearly 35 years. Ayob Khan said Sunday would mark his final day in uniform after dedicating almost three and a half decades to the […]