KINABATANGAN (Jan 10): Returning officer Eddy Syaizul Rizam Abdullah announced the closure of the nomination centre for the Kinabatangan parliamentary and Lamag state by-elections at Dewan Sri Lamag at 10am, one hour after it opened on Saturday morning. Barisan Nasional (BN) candidates, Mohd Kurniawan Naim Moktar (Kinabatangan) and Mohd Ismail Ayob (Lamag), arrived at 8.10am. They were accompanied by Umno Supreme Council member Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Maslan, Sabah BN chairman Datuk Jafry Ariffin, and Umno Youth chief Datuk Dr Muhamad Akmal Saleh. Parti Warisan's nominees, former Sukau assemblyman Datuk Saddi Abdul Rahman for Kinabatangan and party Supreme Council member Mazliwati Abdul Malek for Lamag, arrived at 8.59am, escorted by vice-president Datuk Jaujan Sambakong, supporters and nominators. The Kinabatangan and Lamag by-elections were called following the death of the incumbent, Datuk Seri Bung Moktar Radin, on Dec 5 last year.

Across Ipoh, Perak, fabric recycling bins are giving residents an easy way to dispose of such unwanted items, thus helping to reduce waste. — Courtesy photosGrowing supportA growing number of Ipoh residents see the fabric recycling facility as a practical and environmentally friendly solution for unwanted clothes. Sandrea said Ipoh was the first local authority in Perak to formalise a collaboration with LLCM and implement a large-scale fabric recycling programme. “Fabric recycling complements existing waste diversion efforts, including e-waste, food waste and used cooking oil collection.”She said data showed that Malaysia generated an estimated two million kilogrammes of fabric waste daily. Aeon Mall northern region manager Badrol Shariff said the used clothing recycling initiative was aimed at raising public awareness on responsible disposal and sustainability.

Trump's executive order sent defence stocks down immediately after Trump blasted the industry's slow production on Truth Social hours before the order was published. Implications of the executive order were digested by the defence industry overnight with executives calling legal counsel with questions about enforceability and court challenges, according to industry executives and attorneys. For major defence companies, the restrictions could affect significant sums. Industry sources said that defence contractors face an uphill battle on public perception, regardless of the executive order's legal standing. The second senior defense industry executive said: "there's just no way for the defence companies to win on the optics of this."

NSTP/ ZAID SALIMKUALA TERENGGANU: Nine people, including a two-month-old baby, escaped a fire that destroyed three houses in Kampung Kubang Buyong, Chabang Tiga, last night. The 7.50pm blaze left two families homeless, with two of the houses 80 per cent destroyed and a third sustaining five per cent damage. "In a panic, I went back inside to rescue my mother and told the others to run to safety. Kuala Terengganu Fire and Rescue Station chief Thoyyibah Taib said 20 firefighters from the Kuala Terengganu and Jalan Kota stations were deployed to the scene. Upon arrival, the fire was raging, but firefighters managed to prevent it from spreading to other houses despite strong winds.

A search and rescue team discovered Bakar Sampelit at 10.52am in a creek about 500 metres from his home. COURTESY PICPITAS: A 105-year-old man reported missing since Jan 4 was found dead in a stream near Kampung Pondoi here yesterday. A search and rescue team discovered Bakar Sampelit at 10.52am in a creek about 500 metres from his home. Kota Marudu district police chief Superintendent Simiun Lomudin said the victim's family reported him missing after realising he was not at home at 4.11pm on Jan 3. He said the family initially conducted their own search around the village but were unable to find him.

FILE PICKUALA NERUS: A 4-year-old boy is feared to have drowned at the Batu Rakit Beach here today after being swept away by a huge wave while playing on the beach. Kuala Nerus Fire and Rescue Station chief Azmi Omar said that they received an emergency call regarding the incident at 6.43pm after which 11 personnel were deployed to the scene. "The incident is believed to have occurred around 6.30pm while the child was playing on the beach with his aunt. Commenting further, Azmi said a search and rescue operation was immediately launched to locate the victim. As of now, the operation is ongoing, and further updates will be provided from time to time," he said.

First of all, we have to thank our fans as their support helped us to play with confidence," said Aaron. "We hope that we could improve our best achievement in the Malaysia Open (semi-finals). Aaron-Wooi Yik will face another Indonesian obstacle as they play world No. A victory would make them the first Malaysian men's doubles pair to reach the final since Goh V Shem-Lim Khim Wah, who went on to win the title in 2014. RESULTSQuarter-finals:(Malaysians unless stated)Men's singles: Shi Yu Qi (Chn) bt Lee Cheuk Yiu (HK) 21-10, 21-7; Anders Antonsen (Den) bt Kenta Nishimoto (Jpn) 21-9, 21-12; Jonatan Christie (Ina) bt Kodai Naraoka (Jpn) 21-17, 21-13.

Revitalising ageing neighbourhoods and bridging the gap between local authorities and the youth are top of the agenda for new city councillors in Penang. Among the fresh faces sworn in at Seberang Perai City Council (MBSP) are K. Yoganraj Thever, 40, who aims to breathe new life into areas facing population decline. Across the channel, Penang Island City Council (MBPP) welcomed seven new faces to its 24-member lineup. Meanwhile, PKR appointee Muhammad Adzlan Adzhar, 38, said he wanted to act as a bridge between residents and the city council, particularly on local business and regulatory issues. Penang Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow, who attended both ceremonies, said the local councils must prioritise upgrading public facilities and infrastructure.

Enforcement officers checking the petrol station following the viral video. ALOR STAR: The Kedah Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Ministry has confirmed that a petrol station worker in Sungai Petani was caught on video filling a foreign-registered vehicle with RON95 petrol today. State director Muhammad Nizam Jamaludin said the ministry's Sungai Petani branch inspected the premises following the circulation of the video on social media. Muhammad Nizam said the ministry had issued a prohibition and control order on the sale of RON95 petrol to foreign vehicles to all station operators in Kedah on April 29, 2025. Earlier, a 66-second video went viral showing a worker at the station pumping the subsidised fuel into the foreign vehicle's tank.

Pang Ron-Su Yin had led 20-16 in the second game before eventually losing out to their experienced opponents. “Pang Ron-Su Yin have their strong points. 21 Pang Ron-Su Yin finished runners-up in the China Masters in 2024 but have struggled for form since then. “We sure hope Pang Ron-Su Yin can come up. “You see China have so many pairs, so we really hope that both pairs can grow stronger together.”Currently, Tang Jie-Ee Wei and world No.

"We'll be more focused on selecting the right tournament for the right players. Many of our players competed in so many tournaments," said Tengku Zafrul. However, Tengku Zafrul highlighted that none of them were among the four Super 1000 events. "But if you notice, none of our players won a Super 1000 in the World Tour," added Tengku Zafrul. Tengku Zafrul admitted that sustainability will become difficult as BAM receive RM5 to RM6 million from the government.

MELAKA: A RM1.8bil modern shipyard to be developed here in collaboration with Turkiye will be named after Panglima Awang, also known as “Enrique de Malacca”, the famed navigator believed to have circumnavigated the globe in the 1500s. Chief Minister Datuk Seri Ab Rauf Yusoh said he had lobbied for the shipyard to be named after the famed “Melaka boy”. Ab Rauf said the state has strengthened its position as a regional maritime hub following an official visit to Desan Shipyard in Istanbul to finalise a strategic collaboration for the Enrique of Malacca Shipyard project. He said the modern shipyard will be developed within the Straits of Malacca Waterfront Economic Zone (SM-WEZ). Inspired by Panglima Awang, he said the shipyard will blend maritime heritage with modern shipbuilding technology.

As a result of the collision, the victims were flung into the ravine and died from severe head injuries. NSTP/ RECQUEAL RAIMITAMPARULI: A husband and wife were killed after being flung into a ravine when their motorcycle collided with a pickup truck near Kampung Kapa on Jalan Tamparuli-Ranau today. As a result of the collision, the victims were flung into the ravine and died from severe head injuries, he said when contacted. Noraidin said the motorcycle was dragged under the pickup truck to the right shoulder of the road. The driver sustained injuries to his right hand while his male passenger was unhurt.

5 Wei Chong-Kai Wun's chances of ending their losing streak looked promising with their attack-oriented mindset, but world No. 1 Won Ho-Seung Jae still managed to break the Malaysians' rhythm to secure a 21-17, 21-14 win in 41 minutes. 1 Won Ho-Seung Jae still managed to break the Malaysians' rhythm to secure a 21-17, 21-14 win in 41 minutes. Wei Chong-Kai Wun, who now trail 6-0 in the head-to-head record, conceded that they did not have the answer to counter their tactically superior opponents. Wei Chong-Kai Wun may get that opportunity at the India Open next week if they can set up a potential semi-final clash against Won Ho-Seung Jae in New Delhi.

SEREMBAN: A 62-year-old man has claimed trial before Sessions Court judge Surita Budin to three counts of possessing explosive substances and another charge of using an improvised explosive device (IED) with the intent of causing injury to others. Yeoh Hock Sun was charged on Friday (Jan 9) while still warded at the Tuanku Ja'afar Hospital. He also pleaded not guilty to a fifth charge of causing damage to a pick-up truck after an IED allegedly in his possession detonated. For the fourth charge, Yeoh was accused of using an offensive weapon with the intent to cause harm. The accused was charged under Section 4 of the same Act, which carries a jail term of up to three years and whipping upon conviction.