SNAPSHOT | Ministry funding spat 'resolved'; department looking into Sungai Perak fish deaths

Malaysia Kini - Oct 1, 2026

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Oct 1, 2026

Ho Chi Minh City faces severe rain and flooding risks through Oct 6

Ho Chi Minh City is bracing for continued heavy afternoon and evening rainfall, with downpours expected to intensify on Oct. 5 and 6, raising the risk of flooding in low-lying areas.

Oct 1, 2026

Can't handle diversity? MCA Youth tells Ridhuan to migrate where hatred feels at home

Deputy chairperson says the academic seems unable to avoid fanning flames, turning everything into racial issues.

Oct 1, 2026

SNAPSHOT | Dr M leaves IJN to visit Hasmah's grave; MACC denies serving notice to Saravanan's minor son

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Oct 1, 2026

Malaysian medical body raises alarm over high doctor ‘no-show’ rate in Sabah, Sarawak

The Malaysian Medical Association (MMA) has expressed concern over reports of high “no-show” rates among medical officers assigned to permanent postings in Sabah and Sarawak. The medical body urged the government to take action by reverting to a percentage-based allowance and introducing incentives to attract and retain healthcare workers in East Malaysia. MMA president Sivanaesan Letchumanan pointed to reports which said that a number of medical officers failed to report for their permanent...

Oct 1, 2026

Wildfize haze pushes two Southeast Asian capitals into world's most polluted cities

Malaysia's capital topped a global pollution ranking on Wednesday and nearby Singapore came in third, with smoke from wildfires in neighboring Indonesia blamed for the unhealthy conditions.

Oct 1, 2026

Asia's 6th most populous country tightens rules for foreigners wanting permanent residency

Japan toughened on Thursday requirements for foreigners wanting to obtain permanent residency, as part of Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's push to tighten immigration controls.

Oct 1, 2026

'Red line': Malacca DAP rules out Harapan-Bersatu pact for state polls

Khoo says DAP invited to Bersatu dinner on Monday, decided 'not to get involved'.

Oct 1, 2026

KINIGUIDE | What is the New Age Movement linked to the deputy religious minister?

Various New Age-associated beliefs conflict with Islamic teachings.

Oct 1, 2026

Vietnam charms Denmark’s Pandora into opening world’s largest jewellery factory

Danish jewellery maker Pandora opened a US$150 million factory in Ho Chi Minh City on Thursday, its largest manufacturing facility and its first production site outside Thailand as it bids to diversify its manufacturing footprint and bolster supply-chain resilience. The Vietnam factory, Pandora’s fourth worldwide, will increase the company’s overall manufacturing capacity by around 50 per cent and is expected to employ 7,000 workers once it is fully operational. The company sold 112 million...

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Oct 1, 2026

SNAPSHOT | Ministry funding spat 'resolved'; department looking into Sungai Perak fish deaths

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Ho Chi Minh City faces severe rain and flooding risks through Oct 6

Can't handle diversity? MCA Youth tells Ridhuan to migrate where hatred feels at home

SNAPSHOT | Dr M leaves IJN to visit Hasmah's grave; MACC denies serving notice to Saravanan's minor son

Malaysian medical body raises alarm over high doctor ‘no-show’ rate in Sabah, Sarawak

Wildfize haze pushes two Southeast Asian capitals into world's most polluted cities

Asia's 6th most populous country tightens rules for foreigners wanting permanent residency

'Red line': Malacca DAP rules out Harapan-Bersatu pact for state polls

KINIGUIDE | What is the New Age Movement linked to the deputy religious minister?

Vietnam charms Denmark’s Pandora into opening world’s largest jewellery factory

Tuan Ibrahim says PN never 'expelled' Bersatu, awaits ROS reply to party's complaints

Tuan Ibrahim says PN never 'expelled' Bersatu, seeks details of party's complaints from ROS

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