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Two Brilliant Malaysian Students Earn Coveted Spots at Harvard College’s Class of 2029 PETALING JAYA: Malaysian students Athena Siow and Namira Lee Tzu have earned admission to Harvard College's Class of 2029, joining one of the world's most selective undergraduate programmes. A Moment of National Pride: Malaysians at Harvard In a moment that shines a light on Malaysia's talent on the world stage, two outstanding young women, Athena Siow and Namira Lee Tzu , have been offered admission to the highly prestigious Harvard College , class of 2029. Selected from a pool of over 54,000 applicants , their acceptance marks an extraordinary achievement not only for them and their families but also for Malaysia’s fast-growing academic and global reputation. Harvard College, the undergraduate school of Harvard University in Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States, is renowned for its extreme competitiveness, rigorous academic standards, and strong global influence....

The Search for Missing MH370 Flight Suspended, Says Malaysian Government ‘Right now, it's not the season’, said transport minister Malaysia Halts Renewed Efforts in MH370 Search Citing Seasonal Constraints In a development that has reignited the grief and frustration of families affected by one of the most confounding aviation tragedies in modern history, the Malaysian government has announced the suspension of the renewed search for Malaysia Airlines Flight MH370. According to Malaysian Transport Minister Anthony Loke, the proposed mission will not proceed at this time due to seasonal limitations. "Right now, it's not the season," Loke told reporters in Kuala Lumpur, referencing the operational difficulties and safety concerns tied to weather conditions in the suspected search zone located in the southern Indian Ocean. He added that any renewed efforts would be revisited in the near future depending on favorable conditions and budgetary considerati...

Malaysia Rules Out Retaliatory Tariffs Amid US Trade Tensions, Focuses on Mitigating Export Impact KUALA LUMPUR: The Ministry of Investment, Trade & Industry (MITI) takes the recent 10% tariff hike and reciprocal tariffs imposed by the United States on Malaysian exports seriously and is actively engaging with US authorities to seek solutions that uphold the spirit of free and fair trade. Diplomatic Approach Over Trade War: Malaysia’s Measured Reaction Malaysia has opted for a strategic and diplomatic approach in response to Washington’s sudden imposition of new tariffs affecting Malaysian exports. Instead of retaliating with similar measures, the country is channeling its efforts into minimizing adverse economic effects and sustaining long-term trade relations with the United States. The United States’ decision to implement a 10% hike in tariffs—applicable across various sectors—marks a significant disruption for Malaysian exporters. The increase, cited by the U.S. as part...

Fatal Menora Tunnel Crash: Police Probe Possible Hit-and-Run Involving MPV A viral video shows an MPV failing to brake in time and purportedly running over a pregnant woman, who had been thrown out of her vehicle that went out of control. Overview of the Tragic Menora Tunnel Incident In a deeply distressing development on Malaysian roads, tragedy struck near the infamous Menora Tunnel along the North-South Expressway when a pregnant woman was killed in a horrific accident. Initial reports identified the crash as a single-vehicle incident. However, recent claims and evidence suggest a far more disturbing narrative: a possible hit-and-run . The police are now investigating claims that the woman, whose identity hasn't been publicly disclosed, may have been struck by a multi-purpose vehicle (MPV) that failed to brake in time, consequently running over her while she was lying helplessly on the roadway. The woman had been ejected from her vehicle during the initial c...

Kedah Vet Dept Euthanises Rottweilers After Vicious Attack on Five People Kedah Vet Dept Euthanises Rottweilers After Vicious Attack on Five People BALING: The two Rottweiler dogs that attacked and bit five individuals in Taman Desa Bidara, Kuala Ketil near here on Tuesday (April 1), have been euthanised. Deadly Dog Attack Rocks Quiet Malaysian Neighborhood A tragic incident unfolded in Taman Desa Bidara, Kuala Ketil , near Baling, Kedah, on Tuesday, April 1, 2025, as two Rottweiler dogs attacked and injured five local residents. The dogs were later captured and euthanised by the Kedah Veterinary Services Department on Wednesday after assessment of their aggressive behavior and public threat. According to Kedah Veterinary Director Dr. Saifuddin Pungot , the dogs were put down in accordance with provisions provided under the 2023 Animals Act and subsequent regulations that empower authorities to remove animals that pose a danger to the ...

Putra Heights Residents Reeling from Gas Pipeline Blast, Demand Answers and Immediate Aid PETALING JAYA, April 2 — Residents affected by the Putra Heights gas pipeline fire are demanding answers on the cause of the explosion that struck on the second day of Hari Raya. A Quiet Celebration Shattered by Flames The serenity of Hari Raya celebrations was violently disrupted in Putra Heights, Subang Jaya, after a fiery explosion tore through a section of a gas pipeline near a residential area, sending plumes of smoke into the sky and forcing multiple families to evacuate. Eyewitnesses reported hearing a loud blast just past 3:30pm on Tuesday (April 1), followed by a mushroom cloud of fire that reached as high as the trees surrounding the gas pipeline easement. Shock, fear, and confusion gripped the residents as emergency vehicles descended on Jalan Putra Perdana 2, a residential enclave located dangerously near the Telekom Malaysia reserve where the explosion occurred. Im...