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Indonesian couple jailed for illegal entry into Malaysia, man also accused of murder in Sibu
SIBU, July 11 — An Indonesian couple was sentenced to six months’ imprisonment by the Sessions Court here today after pleading guilty to entering Malaysia illegally. Judge Musyiri Peet handed down the sentence to 39-year-old Heriadi and his...
Indonesian Couple Jailed Six Months For Illegal Entry Into Malaysia
SIBU, July 11 (Bernama) -- An Indonesian couple was sentenced to six months’ imprisonment by the Sessions Court here today after pleading guilty to entering Malaysia illegally. Judge Musyiri Peet handed down the sentence to 39-year-old Heriadi and...
South Korean Man Jailed Three Months For Overstaying In Malaysia
GEORGE TOWN, July 11 (Bernama) -- A South Korean man was sentenced to three months in jail by the Magistrate’s Court here today after pleading guilty to overstaying his permitted time in Malaysia. Jeon Eunjin, 55, entered the plea after the charge...

How Russia shot down Malaysia Airlines' Flight MH17, killing 298 people
The European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) issued a landmark ruling on Wednesday (July 10, 2025) that held the Russian state responsible for the downing of Malaysia Airlines Flight MH17. The court also found Russia had committed widespread and...
Roberts to represent SA in the World Cup in Malaysia
The buzz in Port Natal bowls circles this week is the thrilling news that Hillcrest Bowling Club’s Wayne Roberts has been selected to represent South Africa in the inaugural World Bowls World Cup, to be held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, from...

Pattaya can’t revive alone — tourism operators call for targeted national policy, not a free-for-all
Thailand slips behind Vietnam and Malaysia in Chinese tourist race, industry urges urgent reform. (Photo by Jetsada Homklin) PATTAYA, Thailand – Despite its reputation as a tourism powerhouse, Pattaya is increasingly struggling to stay afloat in...

Climbers cling onto a line as they brave fast-flowing water pouring down a mountain in Malaysia
By NATASHA NELLIS Published: 21:33 EDT, 10 July 2025 | Updated: 21:36 EDT, 10 July 2025 An eyewitness video has captured the moment climbers had to cling desperately to a line as they descended a hiking trail in Malaysia due to torrential rain....

Rubio in Malaysia for ASEAN Meetings Amid Tariff Tensions
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio deplanes upon arrival at Subang Air Base, outside of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, on July 10, 2025. Mandel Ngan/Pool/AFP via Getty Images A delegation that includes U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio arrived in...

singapore 'A seminal leader who shaped Malaysia': Lee Hsien Loong wishes Mahathir happy birthday on his centennial
Malaysia's longest serving prime minister, who served a total of 24 years across two separate terms, turned 100 on Thursday (Jul 10). The centenarian continues to defy age with his relentless work ethic and continued engagement in global affairs -...

ASEAN, South Korea plan tourism recovery at Danang roundtable
Tourism officials from ASEAN member states and the Republic of Korea met in Danang, Vietnam, last week to explore ways to revive travel between the two regions following the Covid-19 pandemic. The ASEAN-Korea Roundtable in Tourism (AK-RT 2025) was...

Official: Russia responsible for Malaysia Airlines catastrophe – will anyone be held accountable?
On 9 July, the European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) issued a landmark ruling, holding Russia responsible for the 2014 downing of Malaysia Airlines Flight MH17, which killed all 298 people on board. This marks the first time an international court...

Selangor hits record-high RM432.1bil GDP in 2024, leading Malaysia’s economic growth
SHAH ALAM: Selangor continues to cement its position as Malaysia’s economic powerhouse, achieving an astounding Gross Domestic Product (GDP) of RM432.1 billion in 2024, the highest among all states. Invest Selangor said in a statement that the...

Solo Travel in Southeast Asia: Discover the Best Cities and How to Make the Most of Your Journey
Solo travel is one of the most fulfilling ways to explore the world, and Southeast Asia, with its welcoming cultures, affordability, and diverse experiences, has become a top region for independent travellers. From energetic capitals to slow-paced...
Pakistan Govt Unlikely To Allow Hockey Teams To Travel To India For Asia Cup, Junior World Cup
(MENAFN- IANS) Mumbai, July 11 (IANS) The Pakistan government is highly likely to turn down a request from the hockey federation to allow the senior and junior teams to feature in two upcoming events in India due to political tension following the...
Resorts World Genting, Trip.com Join Forces To Boost Inbound Tourism
KUALA LUMPUR, July 9 (Bernama) -- Resorts World Genting (RWG) has signed two memoranda of understanding (MoU) with Trip.com Group to strengthen strategic collaboration aimed at boosting Malaysia’s inbound tourism. The agreements were signed with...

Agoda: Indian travel to Southeast Asia surges with eased visas
Eased visa rules in Southeast Asia spark sharp rise in Indian travel interest, with Malaysia, Palau, and Philippines leading gains. SINGAPORE – The landscape of international travel for Indian passport holders is undergoing a transformation,...

Singapore courts Malaysian doctors with RM385,000 salary offers at KLCC amid concerns over brain drain
KUALA LUMPUR, July 9 — Singapore’s Ministry of Health is directly interviewing Malaysian doctors and general practitioners at Traders Hotel KLCC as part of its move to strengthen its healthcare workforce. The recruitment drive offers a starting...

Senator raises concerns about Singapore’s direct move to hire Malaysian doctors
PETALING JAYA: A senator has raised concerns about Singapore recruiting Malaysian doctors at a hotel, citing the bold move as worsening the brain drain in the healthcare sector. Senator Dr RA Lingeshwaran said the job advertisement posted by...

QNET Unveils Wellness Breakthroughs and Global Empowerment at V-Malaysia 2025
Over 8,000 global entrepreneurs gather in Penang for five days of wellness innovation and mentorship. HONG KONG, July 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — QNET kicked off V-Malaysia 2025, its flagship global convention, uniting more than 8,000 entrepreneurs...
Diplomatic immunity! Trump appoints loudmouth Aussie ex-local councillor as US envoy to Malaysia
Then there’s Adams’ boycott of confectionary manufacturer Mars after it released “feminist M&Ms”. Trump certainly took the Alpha Male seriously, appointing Adams to the board of the Woodrow Wilson Centre during his first term, and making him an...