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Malaysian Meteorological Department Extends Thunderstorm Warning to 8pm
The weather warning for thunderstorms and heavy rain has been extended in Malaysia until 8pm, covering Klang Valley and 10 other states. This update suggests worsening conditions and potential flooding risks, prompting residents to stay alert.
Malaysia issues storm warnings for seven states; launches cloud seeding to combat heatwave
Malaysia has issued weather warnings for thunderstorms and heavy rain across seven states until 5 pm, while also initiating a four-day cloud seeding operation to address a severe heatwave reaching 40°C. These measures aim to protect safety and water supplies amid ongoing extreme weather conditions.
DAP leaders publicly rebuke Deputy Minister Kulasegaran for brief court meeting with activist Arun Dorasamy
Deputy Minister M. Kulasegaran briefly met activist Arun Dorasamy outside court to provide legal advice but was not in the courtroom. The incident drew public and party criticism, prompting calls for careful separation of politics and judiciary to protect impartiality.
DAP Leaders Plan Meeting to Resolve Penang Land Tax Dispute
Penang's DAP leaders will meet to settle disputes over recent quit rent increases causing public discord. The resolution effort seeks to restore party unity and address landowner concerns following significant tax hikes.
Malaysia Environment Dept. Chief Faces Charges Over RM100,000 Bribe for Penang Road Project
Wan Abdul Latiff Wan Jaffar, head of Malaysia's Environment Department, faced charges for accepting a bribe linked to a Penang road project. The case underscores ongoing anti-corruption efforts and will proceed with his plea and trial.
Penang Forms Task Force to Develop International Financial Centre with White Paper by Q3
Penang government has formed a special task force to develop the Penang International Financial Centre (PIFC). The move aims to transform Penang into a tech-finance hub with a white paper expected by Q3 2023 outlining the strategic plan.