Tweet Malaysian opposition-led states have banned sports betting, officials said, following protests over its approval by the central government in the Muslim-majority country. The opposition-led states of Kedah, Penang and Selangor said they fear betting on sports will encourage gambling, a sensitive issue in Malaysia. Muslims, who make up 60 percent of the population, are […]

Tweet A political talk show producer has resigned from one of Malaysia’s main television stations, claiming Tuesday his superiors censored him in an apparent attempt to favor the government. The resignation bolsters demands by social activists for more freedom of reporting in the mainstream media, which are often perceived to be biased against opposition groups […]

Tweet The family of the 15-year-old teenager, Aminulrasyid Amzah, who was shot dead by police on April 26 has called for a Royal Commission to investigate the incident. Aminulrasyid’s uncle, Kamarudin Hassan, 45, who spoke on behalf of the family said the commission was hoped to do a clear and transparent investigation. “We appreciate the […]

Tweet Malaysia will buy 12 military helicopters from Eurocopter in a 500-million-dollar deal, an official said on April 22, two years after the plan was shelved due to the financial crisis. In October 2008 the government scrapped a contract awarded to the European firm for 12 Cougar EC725 helicopters as a cost-cutting move and to […]

Tweet Guide when involved in an accident; Do not leave the scene. (Take photos of the scene) Call for medical assistance if there are injuries. Contact the police – Be calm and do not panic. Ensure to get a copy of the police reports. Do exchange drivers’ information and numbers – be courteous and never […]

Tweet Some of the highlights of the Budget 2010 presented by the Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak are as follows; Employees EPF contributions will be raised again to 11 per cent on a voluntary basis with immediate effect. However, from Jan 1, 2011 employees’ EPF contribution will revert to 11 per cent. The […]