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SHAH ALAM -- A motorcyclist died after being pinned under an excavator in an accident at the Federal Highway exit heading towards the sugar factory junction from the Shah Alam direction, midnight last night. Selangor Fire and Rescue Department (JBPM) Assistant Director of Operations Ahmad Mukhlis Mokhtar said his department received an emergency call at 12.06 midnight. "The accident involved a Yamaha Y15 motorcycle ridden by a 20-year-old man who is believed to have hit an excavator from behind. "The victim who was trapped under the excavator was confirmed dead by Ministry of Health personnel and handed over to the police for further action," he said in a statement here today. He said the operation involved five members of the Shah Alam Fire and Rescue Station with a Sitrak FRT vehicle. -- BERNAMA

Motorcyclist dies after being crushed under excavator

SHAH ALAM — A motorcyclist died after being pinned under an excavator in an accident at the Federal Highway exit heading towards the sugar factory junction from the Shah Alam .... read more

CHUKAI -- A total of 401,000 vehicles are expected to enter Terengganu in conjunction with Aidiladha and the school holidays starting this Friday. Terengganu Police Chief, Datuk Mohd Khairi Khairudin, said the number involved vehicles using Federal roads and the East Coast Highway 2 (LPT2). He said the expectation was made based on annual monitoring carried out collaboratively with LPT2 based on annual data and records. "The total increase in traffic flow is expected to occur on LPT2 and main roads in the state. The average daily traffic flow is estimated to be 33,000 to 34,000 vehicles during this period," he said after officiating the MADANI Student Transformation Programme at Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan (SMK) Chukai, here, on Wednesday. Also present was the Director of the Terengganu State Education Department, Kamsah @ Kamal Mohamed. Mohd Khairi said that Terengganu Police will implement a comprehensive Ops Lancar in hot spots and areas that are expected to experience an increase in vehicles during the festival and holiday period. "A total of 500 police personnel and officers from all districts will be assigned to ensure safety and smooth traffic throughout the period," he said. In a separate development, he said that his department recorded four cases of bullying involving students in the state from January to May this year. "The four bullying cases involved three primary school students while the other involved a secondary school student," he said. -- BERNAMA

More than 400,000 vehicles expected to enter Terengganu in conjunction with Aidiladha, school holidays

CHUKAI — A total of 401,000 vehicles are expected to enter Terengganu in conjunction with Aidiladha and the school holidays starting this Friday. Terengganu Police Chief, Datuk Mohd Khairi Khairudin, .... read more

MELAKA -- Bumiputera entrepreneurs need to dare to step forward, seize opportunities and be prepared to make changes in the increasingly competitive and fast-moving business world. State Science, Technology, Innovation and Communications Exco Datuk Fairul Nizam Roslan said they need to change their mindset from doing business for survival to building businesses that can grow, create job opportunities and have an impact on society. "In today's era, entrepreneurs need to be quick to adapt, creative and bold in taking opportunities based on current situations and needs, as well as being sensitive to aspects of branding, innovation and digital technology in marketing their products," he said. He said this when officiating the 2026 Melaka State-level Economic Movement (GEMA) Programme organised by the People's Trust Council (MARA) in collaboration with the Malaysian Malay Chamber of Commerce (DPMM) here on Wednesday. Also present were MARA Deputy Director General Zahari Aziz, DPMM Deputy President Amirhamzah Karim, MARA Melaka Director Shah Zulmizan Safar and DPMM Melaka President Farosham Naizamohideen. Among the program's contents are Leadership Talks and Entrepreneurship Agendas; "The Founders Circle: From Ordinary Brands to Market Icons - Building, Strengthening and Scaling Brands in Today's Market Reality" as well as an Inspirational Relaxed Chat with Datuk Chef Wan. Fairul Nizam said the program, which brought together MARA leadership, business figures, entrepreneurs and the local community through various sharing sessions, was very timely in strengthening the Bumiputera economic and entrepreneurial agenda. "This program also serves as a strategic platform in expanding collaboration networks and sharing knowledge through forum sessions to empower and motivate the entrepreneurs who attend to further improve their businesses," he said. He hopes that all participants will take the opportunity to gather information and gain experience through the sessions that have been arranged, and then apply this knowledge towards further boosting their respective businesses. -- BERNAMA

Bumiputera entrepreneurs must dare to seize opportunities, be ready to make changes

MELAKA — Bumiputera entrepreneurs need to dare to step forward, seize opportunities and be prepared to make changes in the increasingly competitive and fast-moving business world. State Science, Technology, Innovation .... read more

KOTA BHARU: A total of 45 houses in the Prima Lubok Jong housing area, Pasir Mas were detected to have illegally connected their water supply. Air Kelantan Sdn Bhd (AKSB) in a statement announced that the activity was detected through preventive and monitoring operations carried out yesterday to ensure that the use of water supplies was legal and complied with the regulations set. "The inspection results found that 45 houses had illegal connections or water usage which required further action from the AKSB," the statement said. According to AKSB, monitoring and enforcement will continue from time to time to curb illegal connection activities and minimize the issue of Non-Returnable Water (NRW) to AKSB. -- BERNAMA

45 houses detected involved in water theft in Pasir Mas

KOTA BHARU: A total of 45 houses in the Prima Lubok Jong housing area, Pasir Mas were detected to have illegally connected their water supply. Air Kelantan Sdn Bhd (AKSB) .... read more

KUALA LUMPUR, MAY 21 -- Datuk Seri Ramanan Ramakrishnan praised the dedication and commitment of the Ministry of Human Resources (KESUMA) staff and agencies involved in the successful organisation of the recent Labour Day Celebration, describing them as the “true heroes” behind the event. Following the Post-Cabinet Meeting, Ramanan, together with Deputy Minister Datuk Khairul Firdaus Akbar Khan and KESUMA’s top management, attended the Labour Day Appreciation Ceremony to honour the ministry’s workforce for their tireless efforts throughout the three-day celebration held from May 1 to May 3. He said the extraordinary commitment shown by KESUMA personnel and related agencies ensured every programme was carried out smoothly, systematically, and effectively for the benefit of the public. According to Ramanan, the celebration featured a wide range of initiatives and programmes, including departmental and agency exhibitions, career carnivals, TVET programmes, intellectual discourse sessions, health screenings, and various public services that received overwhelming response from visitors. As a token of appreciation for the dedication and sacrifices of KESUMA staff, Ramanan and the Deputy Minister also increased the lucky draw prizes through a personal contribution amounting to RM100,000 exclusively for KESUMA employees. He also extended appreciation to the Prime Minister's Office, Public Service Department, and strategic partners including Tenaga Nasional Berhad, Duopharma Biotech Berhad, Carsome, and CelcomDigi for their strong support and cooperation throughout the event. Ramanan added that the success of the Labour Day Celebration symbolised the strength of teamwork, sacrifice, and the unwavering commitment of the entire KESUMA family in serving the people and the nation. -- MINUTESMY -- SOURCE: FB RAMANAN RAMAKRISHNAN

Datuk Seri Ramanan Hails KESUMA Staff as “True Heroes” Behind Labour Day Celebration Success

KUALA LUMPUR, MAY 21 — Datuk Seri Ramanan praised the dedication and commitment of the Ministry of Human Resources (KESUMA) staff and agencies involved in the successful organisation of the .... read more

KUALA LUMPUR, MAY 20 -- Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim today received a courtesy visit from 13 Malaysian Chief Diplomatic Representatives who will soon serve in various strategic regions across the globe. During the meeting, Anwar stressed the importance of strengthening the nation’s economic diplomacy capabilities, particularly in attracting high-quality investments, expanding trade opportunities, and exploring strategic international cooperation that can sustainably drive Malaysia’s economic growth. He said diplomats today must go beyond mastering official protocols and bilateral relations, emphasizing that effective diplomacy also requires a deep understanding of history, culture, political systems, and the social nuances of host countries to ensure more meaningful engagement. The Prime Minister also highlighted the importance of continuously nurturing and empowering the younger generation of diplomats with broad knowledge, critical thinking, and the ability to navigate increasingly complex geopolitical and global economic challenges. Anwar reaffirmed that Malaysia remains committed to the principles of simplicity, stability, good governance, and a diplomatic approach rooted in wisdom and universal humanitarian values in carrying the nation’s voice onto the global stage. -- MINUTESNMY -- SOURCE: FB ANWAR IBRAHIM

PM Anwar Calls For Stronger Economic Diplomacy Among Malaysian Envoys

KUALA LUMPUR, MAY 20 — Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim today received a courtesy visit from 13 Malaysian Chief Diplomatic Representatives who will soon serve in various strategic regions across the .... read more

KUALA LUMPUR, May 20 -- The hosting of the Health Summit Asia (HSA) 2026 is expected to serve as a catalyst in strengthening the regional healthcare ecosystem through the gathering of industry players, medical technology experts and policymakers from within and outside the country to explore future healthcare solutions. Deputy Health Minister Datuk Hanifah Hajar Taib said the platform would also create opportunities for stronger collaboration between the government and private sector in enhancing the national healthcare system, particularly through the sharing of technology, innovation and the latest expertise. She said through exhibitions and discussion sessions involving local and international industry players, various new technologies and innovations in the healthcare sector could be highlighted not only in Malaysia but also across Asia. “If we think about it, it is not necessarily the Ministry of Health (MOH) or the Malaysian government that knows every type of technology or breakthrough available from other countries or local industries. “So through exhibitions and discussions like this, we can further strengthen understanding and facilitate solutions to more complex health problems,” she told reporters after launching HSA 2026 here today. Also present were Green Wellness Malaysia founder and managing director Datin Dorph Peng and Qube Integrated Malaysia executive chairman Richard Teo. The three-day conference, jointly organised by Qube Integrated Malaysia and Green Wellness Malaysia, is expected to attract more than 10,000 delegates, over 100 exhibitors and participation from more than 40 global and regional speakers, while targeting the generation of up to RM1.5 billion in commercial opportunities within the ASEAN healthcare and wellness economy. Meanwhile, commenting on the issue of drug-laced vapes or “zombie vapes”, Hanifah Hajar said MOH continuously monitors the current situation while conducting awareness programmes in schools to educate students on the dangers of vaping to health. “If there are vapes containing drugs and not produced by registered companies, we need to work together with the police, customs and enforcement authorities to ensure such matters cannot be compromised,” she said. On the Ebola situation, she said the Ebola vaccine has yet to be registered in Malaysia, but the ministry is making early preparations, including identifying procurement and logistics processes should the vaccine be required in the future. “We want to ensure that if needed, we are fully prepared to bring the vaccine into Malaysia,” she said. Earlier, MOH in a statement today said no Ebola cases have been reported in Malaysia so far, but preparedness measures are being further strengthened in view of the risk of imported cases through international travel following outbreaks in Congo and Uganda. -- BERNAMA

HSA 2026 To Serve As Platform To Boost Ecosystem, Public-Private Healthcare Collaboration

KUALA LUMPUR, May 20 — The hosting of the Health Summit Asia (HSA) 2026 is expected to serve as a catalyst in strengthening the regional healthcare ecosystem through the gathering .... read more

LABUAN, May 20-- The Royal Malaysian Air Force (RMAF) has confirmed that an F/A-18D Hornet aircraft, deployed on a detachment at the Labuan Air Base for training purposes, experienced an engine issue during its return flight after undergoing a night Air-to-Surface Firing Exercise in Kota Belud, Sabah, yesterday. The RMAF Public Relations Division of the Air Force Headquarters, Ministry of Defence, stated in a release today that the aircraft's pilot executed the established emergency procedures as soon as the incident occurred. According to the statement, the pilot then decided to land at the Kota Kinabalu International Airport (KKIA) as a safety precaution. "The aircraft landed safely at 7:47 pm," the statement read. Following the incident, the RMAF deployed a technical team to KKIA to conduct inspections and provide technical assistance for the aircraft. The aircraft is expected to fly back to its base once all inspection and technical verification processes are completed. The RMAF also assured that flight operation safety remains a top priority in every mission and training execution. --BERNAMA

RMAF’s F/A-18D Hornet Aircraft Lands Safely At KKIA After Experiencing Engine Issue

LABUAN, May 20– The Royal Malaysian Air Force (RMAF) has confirmed that an F/A-18D Hornet aircraft, deployed on a detachment at the Labuan Air Base for training purposes, experienced an .... read more

SEREMBAN, May 20 -- A seven-month-old baby boy died after reportedly losing consciousness while under the care of a babysitter at a house in Bandar Sri Sendayan near here last night. Seremban district police chief ACP Azahar Abdul Rahim said police received information about the incident from the victim’s mother, a nursery teacher in her 30s, who said the babysitter found the child unconscious, before taking him to a nearby clinic at about 10 pm. “The baby was later taken to Tuanku Ja’afar Hospital, where doctors on duty carried out cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) before confirming that the child had died. “Investigations found that the victim had been under the care of the babysitter, a woman in her 30s, since December last year, and that at the time of the incident the child was put to sleep in a cradle and given a silicone pacifier,” he said in a statement here today. He said the victim’s body was sent to Rembau Hospital for a post-mortem, while the woman was arrested to assist investigations under Section 31(1)(a) of the Child Act 2001. Azahar advised the public against speculating on the incident as it could affect the investigation, adding that action would be taken against those involved and that a full investigation is being carried out under existing laws. -- BERNAMA

Seven-month-old Baby Boy Dies In Babysitter’s Care

SEREMBAN, May 20 — A seven-month-old baby boy died after reportedly losing consciousness while under the care of a babysitter at a house in Bandar Sri Sendayan near here last .... read more

MERSING, May 20 -- His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia, today personally piloted a speedboat to inspect the waters around Mersing, reflecting His Majesty’s continued concern for marine conservation and environmental sustainability. According to a post on Sultan Ibrahim Sultan Iskandar’s official Facebook page, His Majesty, who places strong emphasis on beach cleanliness and the preservation of marine ecosystems, also dived underwater during the visit to observe conditions beneath the surface. Earlier in the morning, Sultan Ibrahim stopped for breakfast at the Midway Rest and Recreation (R&R) area in Dusun Panti, Kota Tinggi, where His Majesty enjoyed ‘lontong’. The King’s presence pleasantly surprised members of the public who were having breakfast at the R&R stop, with many taking the opportunity to greet and take photographs with His Majesty. -- BERNAMA

King Pilots Speedboat To Inspect Waters Around Mersing

MERSING, May 20 — His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia, today personally piloted a speedboat to inspect the waters around Mersing, reflecting His Majesty’s continued concern for marine conservation .... read more

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PORT DICKSON, June 18 -- A total of 388 sexual harassment cases were recorded during the first five months of this year, according to Deputy Minister of Women, Family and Community Development Lim Hui Ying. She said statistics from the Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) also showed a rising trend in reported sexual harassment cases, increasing from 477 cases in 2022 to 1,038 cases last year. According to Lim, the increase does not necessarily reflect a higher prevalence of incidents alone, but also indicates greater public awareness and courage among victims and communities to come forward and reject the culture of silence. “Based on our data, most cases occur in the workplace and involve individuals who have family ties to the victim. Feelings of shame or concerns over careers and family relationships may still prevent many victims from lodging reports. “I urge colleagues, employers and family members to provide support to victims. These cases do not only involve women but also men, although the number of male victims remains relatively low,” she told reporters after officiating the Zero Tolerance of Violence: Say No T programme. Lim stressed that sexual harassment is a serious form of misconduct that undermines a victim’s dignity, emotional well-being and overall quality of life, and should never be normalised in society. Meanwhile, she said that as of June 15, the Tribunal for Anti-Sexual Harassment (TAGS) had received 100 complaints, with 82 cases resolved within 60 days of the first hearing, demonstrating the tribunal’s effectiveness in accelerating access to justice. She added that the ministry, through the Women’s Development Department, is also implementing Women, Peace and Security (WPS) advocacy initiatives in line with the National Action Plan 2025–2030 to strengthen women’s roles in national security and development. “I hope all parties will work together with the ministry to expand advocacy efforts related to sexual harassment and increase public awareness of rights, personal safety and prevention. “Issues that are not addressed at an early stage may escalate into more serious situations and lead to various forms of violence that affect individuals and social harmony,” she said. Lim emphasised that everyone, including parents, educators, employers, colleagues and students, shares the responsibility of building a culture of zero tolerance towards sexual harassment. “Early education, the courage to speak up and stronger support systems for victims must continue to be strengthened,” she said. She added that the government provides integrated support services through multiple channels, including counselling and psychosocial support via Talian Kasih 15999, which operates 24 hours a day, alongside local social support centres to ensure those in need can access timely assistance. -- BERNAMA

388 Sexual Harassment Cases Recorded In First Five Months Of This Year

PASIR PUTEH, June 18 -- Kelantan Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency (MMEA) foiled an attempt to smuggle 24 boxes of uncustomed white cigarettes worth an estimated RM212,000 in an operation around the Kelantan River estuary on June 13. Its director, Maritime Captain Kamal Mohamad said the success stemmed from intelligence received on a suspicious speedboat operating in the Kelantan River estuary area at about 9 pm. He said MMEA assets deployed under Op Naga 1/2024, Op Damai Series 33/2026, Op Pelantar Merah 3/2023 and Op Tiris 4.0 were mobilised to the location at 9.10 pm to conduct surveillance and search operations. bootstrap slideshow “During inspections along the Kelantan River, the operation team detected a boat travelling without navigation lights under suspicious circumstances. However, the boat fled through a narrow route or ‘rat trail’ to avoid being detained,” he told a press conference here today. Despite losing sight of the boat, he said the operation team continued combing the area and found a pile of brown boxes believed to contain uncustomed cigarettes on the bank of the Kelantan River near Kampung Penambang, Kota Bharu. Following the discovery, the team inspected a nearby wooden jetty belonging to a villager and the surrounding area within a 20-metre radius of the riverbank. Kamal said further inspections uncovered three multi-purpose vehicles abandoned at the location and believed to have been used to transport the smuggled cigarettes. “Checks on the vehicles found 24 boxes of white cigarettes suspected to be uncustomed. The total value of the seizure is estimated at RM212,000,” he said. He said the case is being investigated under Section 135(e) of the Customs Act 1967 for transporting or transferring dutiable goods, non-customs-cleared goods or prohibited items without authorisation. To curb smuggling activities, he urged the public to channel information on suspicious activities in waters and coastal areas through the 999 emergency line or the Kelantan MMEA Headquarters Operations Centre at 09-778007. -- BERNAMA

Cigarettes Worth Over RM200,000 Seized, Smugglers Flee Through Rat Trail

PORT KLANG, June 18 -- The Selangor State Government is finalising the settlement of the land issue as the initial phase of the development of the Port Klang Third Terminal on Carey Island, here. Transport Minister Anthony Loke said the process is being studied by the Transport Ministry and the Selangor government together with the private sector involving a concession model. “So right now we are dealing with the Selangor State Government to first resolve the land issue. “(The construction of this third port) will involve the Build-Operate-Transfer model. We do have a target if possible to start (construction) of the project this year but what is important now is that the land issue needs to be resolved,” he said. He said this after the Pre-Launch Ceremony of Wisma Golden Horse, Q Centre @ PKFZ (Port Klang Free Zone) Centralised Labour Quarters (CLQ), the opening of the Suntek Materials Sdn Bhd Factory and the Golden Horse Rubber Factory Phase 2 involving a cumulative new investment value of RM566 million and the launch of PKFZ: Smart Intelligence Industrial Park in PKFZ, Pulau Indah today. On May 11, Loke was reported to have said that the government had approved the development project of the Third Terminal of Port Klang on Carey Island in Selangor. The Third Terminal of Port Klang on Carey Island is a strategic project that is important to strengthen Malaysia's economic capabilities and position in the port and logistics sectors. Previously, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim had instructed all relevant agencies to move quickly in realising the development of the Third Terminal of Port Klang on Carey Island. On Sept 17 2025, Selangor Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Amirudin Shari reportedly said that the state government has identified 1,699.68 hectares (4,200 acres) of land to be developed as a third port at Pulau Carey, Kuala Langat covering 1,011.71 hectares (2,500 acres) of seabed land under the management of the Selangor State Development Corporation (PKNS) and 687.96 hectares (1,700 acres) of coastal land owned by Yayasan Selangor. Meanwhile, commenting on employment opportunities for military retirees to meet the need for skilled manpower, Loke informed that a memorandum of understanding (MoU) was signed between PKFZ and the Armed Forces Ex-Servicemen's Affairs Corporation (Perhebat) two weeks ago. Loke said the MoU was also witnessed by him and Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi in the government's efforts to meet the demands of the industry and the market for the provision of skilled manpower. On March 16, Loke reportedly said that the government would implement a special programme for retirees and military veterans to obtain a class E license to drive heavy vehicles which is an effort to address the shortage of heavy vehicle drivers in the haulage and logistics industry. -- BERNAMA

Selangor Studies Land Issue On Third Terminal In Port Klang

PUTRAJAYA, JUNE 18 -- The Prime Minister's Department (Religious Affairs) will strengthen efforts to reach out to young people in line with the directive of the Sultan of Perak, Sultan Nazrin Shah, who wants religious leaders to play an active role in addressing the threat of extremism and false information in the digital age. Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Religious Affairs) Zulkifli Hasan said his party upholds the edict and will use it as a guide in the implementation of related programs and initiatives. "At the level of the Prime Minister's Department (Religious Affairs), we will uphold and respond to the messages and calls of the Sultan of Perak as best we can. God willing, we will mainstream the messages and warnings conveyed," he said. Zulkifli said this to reporters after officiating the National and International Ma'al Hijrah 1448/2026 Prime Lecture here today. Last Friday, Sultan Nazrin said religious leaders need to play a more active role in reaching out to young people to address the threats of extremism, false information and polarization that are increasingly prevalent in the digital age. His Majesty said that youth are currently facing various challenges including concerns about climate change, conflict, economic uncertainty, digital polarisation and declining trust in social institutions. -- BERNAMA

Efforts to reach out to young people strengthened in line with Sultan Nazrin’s edict – Zulkifli

GEORGE TOWN, JUNE 18 -- Penang is continuing with plans to establish the Penang International Financial Centre (PIFC) as part of efforts to produce more champion local companies, with the initiative's white paper expected to be completed by the end of July or early August this year. Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow said the document would provide a comprehensive development framework for the centre, as well as outline implementation steps to realise the initiative. "If we are really serious about creating champion-level local companies, we also need to develop the financial infrastructure that will enable them to grow. That is why we are continuing to develop PIFC." "High-growth companies need more than conventional financing. They need access to venture capital, private equity, cross-border investment networks and capital market expertise," he said when delivering his keynote address at the Penang Economic Forum 2026 here today. The one-day forum was jointly organised by RHB Banking Group and Penang Institute. Chow said PIFC aims to attract capital inflows, support Penang's technology ecosystem and provide wider access to local businesses for financing and advisory services to enable them to innovate, expand operations internationally and subsequently be listed on the stock exchange. He said Penang is home to more than 6,500 manufacturing-related small and medium enterprises (SMEs) as well as more than 350 multinational companies, with many local companies now part of the global supply chain. However, the next challenge is to help SMEs move further up the value chain through innovation generation, intellectual property ownership, increased international competitiveness and better access to capital markets. “As of May 17, 2026, Penang only has 106 publicly listed companies. For a state that contributes significantly to Malaysia's exports and manufacturing output, I believe we are capable of achieving more than that. "Every successful listed company started as an SME. SkyeChip, Pentamaster, ViTrox or the next regional technology company could be among the attendees in this hall today," he said. -- BERNAMA

Penang International Financial Centre white paper expected to be completed by end of July or early August – Chow