PN chief Samsuri denies involvement in ‘Bangkok Move’
PETALING JAYA: Perikatan Nasional chairman Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Samsuri Mokhtar has denied being involved in any meeting in Bangkok that some parties have labelled the "Bangkok Move". Ahmad Samsuri said he was not involved in any meeting linked to the matter, reported Sinar Harian. "Referring to statements made by several parties, I wish to clarify that I was not involved in any meeting in Bangkok referred to by some as the 'Bangkok Move' as reported. According to media reports, several sources from political parties said that besides Hamzah, Ahmad Zahid was also said to have met Ahmad Samsuri and Perikatan deputy secretary-general who is also PAS secretary-general Datuk Seri Takiyuddin Hassan. The meeting was believed to have taken place in early December last year when Ahmad Zahid, who is also Deputy Prime Minister, was on a working visit to Bangkok, Thailand.
Source:The Star
March 07, 2026 13:50 UTC
Immigration Dept nabs 81 illegal foreigners in JB during raid
JOHOR BARU: The Johor Immigration Department detained 81 foreign men during raids on several business premises in the Pandan area here. State Immigration Department director Datuk Mohd Rusdi Mohd Darus said the operation, which began at about 10am on Saturday (March 7), was conducted with the cooperation of the Malaysian Border Control and Protection Agency. Mohd Rusdi said those detained comprised 46 Bangladeshi men, 22 Myanmar nationals and 10 Pakistanis. They were held to assist investigations for various offences under the Immigration Act 1959/63 and the Immigration Regulations 1963. Mohd Rusdi said the detainees were taken to the Setia Tropika Immigration detention depot for further action.
Source:The Star
March 07, 2026 13:44 UTC
Peace crucial towards Malaysia's development, said PM
BUKIT MERTAJAM: Peace is crucial if Malaysia is to continue building and developing the country, says Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. Anwar added that ignorance and shallow understanding were among the main causes of confusion and division in society. “Sometimes we form opinions or make decisions without the basis of knowledge, whether in religion, society or politics. Amid conflicts in the Middle East, Anwar said Malaysia should be grateful for its peace and stability, especially at a time when conflicts were affecting many parts of the Muslim world. In a separate incident, Anwar raised concerns involving a small group of youths allegedly influenced by extremist propaganda linked to the Islamic State.
Source:The Star
March 07, 2026 13:44 UTC
'Anytime, anywhere' — TMJ ready to meet fans on heritage players issue
The affected players are Joao Figueiredo, Jon Irazabal, Hector Hevel, Gabriel Palmero, Facundo Garces, Imanol Machuca and Rodrigo Holgado. Figueiredo, Irazabal and Hevel have become central figures for JDT this season in the M-League, Asian Champions League Elite and Asean Club Championship. JDT chief executive officer Luis Garcia said the Southern Tigers remain firmly behind Figueiredo, Hevel and Irazabal. "JDT stand together with our three players, Figueiredo, Hevel and Jon, during the entire period of their suspension remaining," he said in a statement. Garcia said the trio will continue training with the JDT first team and be part of team activities as permitted by CAS.
Source:New Strait Times
March 07, 2026 13:42 UTC
323 Malaysians in Qatar register for evacuation
KUALA LUMPUR: A total of 323 Malaysians in Qatar have registered to take part in a voluntary evacuation organised by the Malaysian government so far, while others interested may still sign up before the final list of participants is confirmed on Saturday. "As of tonight, approximately 323 Malaysians have filled in the form expressing their interest in returning to Malaysia through this government initiative,” he said during an online briefing with Malaysians in Qatar. He said the Embassy of Malaysia in Doha is coordinating evacuation arrangements for Malaysians in the country with the assistance of the Malaysian Association in Qatar (MAQ) and several community coordinators. He added that Malaysians participating in the evacuation may bring along their spouses, including non-Malaysian spouses, as well as domestic helpers from Asean countries. Malaysians joining the evacuation have been advised to ensure they possess a passport with at least six months’ validity remaining, obtain a Saudi e-visa, and settle any outstanding matters in Qatar to avoid complications during border clearance.
Source:The Star
March 07, 2026 13:40 UTC
Escape from Casablanca
All that was in my head was that I must not be stranded in a foreign land because of the war in the Middle East; I must leave Casablanca immediately! All we wanted then was to leave Casablanca as soon as possible, and the only viable option seemed to be flying through Istanbul. We had to leave Casablanca as soon as possible for a destination offering more and safe connections home. Back then people were here to escape the Nazi gunfire, but now I only wanted to take my family out of war zone to return home safely. Veritably, history does repeat itself, and Casablanca was now the transit point for me and my family to escape the Middle Eastern war.
Source:The Star
March 07, 2026 13:36 UTC
Iran president promises no more attacks on Gulf neighbours unless strikes originate from there
Tehran: Iran has apologised to its neighbouring Gulf states for the air strikes it has launched since the Middle East war began, according to AFP. Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian said on Saturday (March 7), apologised to neighbouring countries for Iran's attacks across the region, saying that they would not be targeted unless attacks originated from them. "I must apologise on my own behalf and on behalf of Iran to the neighbouring countries that were attacked by Iran," he said. Israel and the United States launched strikes against Iran on Feb 28, killing the Islamic republic's supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and triggering a regional conflict. Iran has since responded with missile and drone strikes on Israel and United States interests in regional countries, mainly in the Gulf.
Source:The Star
March 07, 2026 13:25 UTC
Journey goes on for Jun Hao after All-England mixed outcome
PETALING JAYA: The All-England campaign may have ended in the second round for national men’s singles shuttler Leong Jun Hao but he remains determined to stay true to his journey in the sport. Jun Hao had stepped into the court with strong motivation. Jun Hao, however, will be hoping to be in good physical condition when he competes in the Asian Championships in Ningbo, China, from April 7-12. Earlier, Jun Hao had complained of discomfort in his back during his match against Nishimoto. With three weeks of training, Jun Hao will have ample of time to shape up for the April outing.
Source:The Star
March 07, 2026 13:10 UTC
Trump says Iran will be 'hit very hard' on Saturday
March 7 (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump said Iran would be "hit very hard" on Saturday and that he was considering widening the areas and groups of people being, targeted, without providing details. "Today Iran will be hit very hard! Under serious consideration for complete destruction and certain death, because of Iran's bad behavior, are areas and groups of people that were not considered for targeting up until this moment in time" Trump said in a post on Truth Social. He also noted that Iran had apologised to its neighbours for its strikes against them, which he cast as a surrender.
Source:The Star
March 07, 2026 13:09 UTC
Pokémon Pokopia replaces conflict with creature comforts
More than two decades later I felt the need to repay him with his own home in Pokémon Pokopia, even adding some toy block decorations as a housewarming gift. Pokopia is set in a world where humans have disappeared and Pokémon have retreated to their respective habitats. In older games, Pokémon were mostly tools with personality. Pokopia, however, taps notable spinoffs like Pokémon Mystery Dungeon and even Pokémon Ranger to elevate Pocket Monsters, who may request a warm bed or a dimmer living space. That’s what makes Pokopia so strikingly well made: It gives us the tools to shape and recontextualise Pokémon mythology.
Source:The Star
March 07, 2026 13:05 UTC
'Completely inexcusable': Britney Spears's rep says of pop singer's arrest on suspicion of DUI
Britney Spears was arrested Wednesday night in Ventura on suspicion of DUI, according to online records from the Ventura County Sheriff’s Office, with the singer’s representative calling the incident “inexcusable.”Spears, 44, was arrested by the California Highway Patrol around 9:30pm Wednesday and booked around 3am, Thursday. The pop star’s occupation was listed as “celebrity.”“This was an unfortunate incident that is completely inexcusable,” a representative for Spears told The Times in a statement on Thursday. “Her boys are going to be spending time with her,” the statement continued. The pop singer was previously arrested in 2007 in Los Angeles County, shortly after her divorce from Kevin Federline was finalised. The prosecution was dropped in October 2008 after a jury split 10-2 in favour of acquittal.
Source:The Star
March 07, 2026 12:53 UTC
Foreign supermarkets aren’t the real concern
IS there anything wrong with having the bulk of the country’s premium supermarket chains foreign-owned? The question arises after Thailand’s Charoen Pokphand Group (CP Group) said it is buying The Food Purveyor (TFP), which owns Village Grocer and Ben’s Independent Grocer.
Source:The Star
March 07, 2026 12:46 UTC
Firefighters battle bushfire on hill near Tanjung Bungah homes
Firefighters are battling a bushfire on a hill behind a residential area in Solok Tanjung Bungah here today. PIC COURTESY OF THE FIRE AND RESCUE DEPARTMENTGEORGE TOWN: Firefighters are battling a bushfire on a hill behind a residential area in Solok Tanjung Bungah here today. Fire and Rescue Department assistant operations director John Sagun Francis said the fire involved a forested area on a hill estimated to cover about three acres, located roughly 2km from the base. "There is no vehicle access to the location, so firefighters had to trek uphill carrying firefighting equipment to reach the affected area," he said. Firefighters are using fire beaters and creating fire breaks to prevent the blaze from spreading further," he said.
Source:New Strait Times
March 07, 2026 12:42 UTC
Thunderstorms, heavy rain to hit seven states, KL until 9pm
KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) has issued a warning of thunderstorms, heavy rain and strong winds affecting seven states and Kuala Lumpur until 9pm Saturday (March 7) night. In a statement Saturday, MetMalaysia said the affected states are Penang, parts of Kedah, Perak, Kelantan, Pahang, Selangor and Sabah. In Kedah, the warning covers the districts of Kuala Muda, Sik, Baling, Kulim and Bandar Baharu, while in Perak it includes Kerian, Larut, Matang and Selama, Hulu Perak, Kuala Kangsar, Manjung, Kinta and Perak Tengah. Districts affected in Pahang are Jerantut, Bentong, Temerloh, Maran and Bera, while the alert also covers the entirety of Kuala Lumpur. In Selangor, the districts under the warning are Hulu Selangor, Gombak and Petaling, and in Sabah, Tawau and Semporna are included.
Source:The Star
March 07, 2026 12:10 UTC
What will happen to the M-League results involving 4 banned naturalised players?
- NSTP file picKUALA LUMPUR: Were falsified documents used in the club registration of four naturalised players for the M-League? The Malaysian Football League organises the Super League, FA Cup, and Malaysia Cup. If a player's registration is illegal because it involves falsified documents, then that player is considered illegal in football terms." Pekan added that procedural factors could influence outcomes as it may depend on whether rival clubs formally challenge match results involving the players. FIFA has sanctioned FAM and the seven players for document falsification relating to national team eligibility.
Source:New Strait Times
March 07, 2026 12:10 UTC