SONGKHLA: The Royal Malaysian Customs Department will step up checks at border gates to curb the smuggling of cannabis, including products containing banned substances, into Malaysia. Bukit Kayu Hitam Customs Department enforcement chief Suhaila Mohamad Noor said the department would increase the inspection of vehicles and passengers crossing the border to avoid the entry of … [Read more...] about More Customs checks at M’sia-Thai border to weed out cannabis smuggling
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Ukraine reports ‘massive’ attack from Belarus
Russia has intensified its offensive in the northern city of Kharkiv in the past days. KYIV (UKRAINE) - Ukraine said it came under "massive bombardment" Saturday from neighbouring Belarus, a Russian ally not officially involved in the conflict, the day after announcing a retreat from the strategic city of Severodonetsk. Twenty rockets targeted the village of Desna in the … [Read more...] about Ukraine reports ‘massive’ attack from Belarus
Domestic users heave sigh of relief following no increase in electricity, water tariffs
KUALA LUMPUR: The government’s announcement not to increase electricity and water tariff rates in the Peninsula has provided much-needed relief to domestic consumers, as the move indirectly helps ease their cost of living. In the face of the challenging economic environment in recent times, the general public expressed their gratitude and appreciation to the government and … [Read more...] about Domestic users heave sigh of relief following no increase in electricity, water tariffs
Too much at stake in Myanmar for international complacency, says UN rep
KUALA LUMPUR: The solution to the Myanmar refugee crisis lies in their home country, not anywhere else, says a United Nations special rapporteur. "Refugees from Myanmar are here (in Malaysia) because they were forced to come here,” said Tom Andrews ( pic ), the United Nations special rapporteur on the situation of human rights in Myanmar. "Their inability to return to … [Read more...] about Too much at stake in Myanmar for international complacency, says UN rep
South-East Asian fabrics should be treasured, which include Malaysia’s tenun
Look deeper beyond the usual designs found in mainstream boutiques and you will discover a treasure trove of South-East Asia’s fashion. The most magnificent handwoven fabrics, Cambodia’s ikat, Thailand’s mudmee, Indonesia’s songket, Malaysia’s tenun and much more, are not only rich in heritage but visually arresting too. A fashion showcase was recently held in Kuala Lumpur … [Read more...] about South-East Asian fabrics should be treasured, which include Malaysia’s tenun