PUTRAJAYA, Dec 26 (Bernama) — Former prime minister Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak was today found guilty on four charges of abusing his power and 21 counts of money laundering involving RM2.3 billion from 1Malaysia Development Berhad (1MDB) funds. The verdict was handed down by Justice Datuk Collin Lawrence Sequerah, who previously presided over the 1MDB trial at the High Court. He has since been elevated to the Federal Court. He found the prosecution had succeeded in proving every one of the 25 charges against Najib beyond a reasonable doubt. Najib, 72, faces four charges of using his position to […]

SEPANG: A total of 13 senior and junior Royal Malaysian Police (PDRM) officers who completed their 18-month assignment under the United Nations (UN) Peacekeeping Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) starting June 24, 2024, safely arrived at the Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) at 6 pm this afternoon. The group’s arrival at KLIA Terminal 1 was welcomed by Bukit Aman Assistant Director of Management (Security, Sports, Recreation), ACP Ahmad Rahim Dollah. The delegation, known as G13 UNMISS, consists of ASP Fairus Md Dawe, Insp Liza George Mokunjil, Insp Nor Azlina Shahrul Zaman, Insp Tay Swee Boon, Sub Insp (SI) Gan Lai […]

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia has managed to maintain its economic resilience in 2025, supported by an open and neutral trade policy despite the reality of United States (US) President Donald Trump’s tariff war and geopolitical uncertainties. When sharing this, Finance Minister II, Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan said that this was also driven by the country’s ability to create strong foundations for future growth. However, at the same time, he reminded that efforts to maintain competitiveness require continuous innovation rather than an attitude of feeling too comfortable. “When I assume this responsibility in December 2023, Malaysia’s fiscal deficit is 5.5 percent […]

Tacoma-based home services company encourages homeowners to prioritize safety, efficiency and peace of mind during the holidays and winter months TACOMA, Wash., Dec. 26, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — As residents across the Puget Sound region prepare for the holidays and colder weather, Harts Plumbers, Electricians & HVAC Technicians, a top-rated home services provider serving the greater Seattle and Tacoma areas, is encouraging homeowners to give their families the meaningful gift of a safer, more comfortable and more efficient home. “With the busy holiday season approaching, safety and comfort often get overlooked until something goes wrong,” said Richard Hart, co-owner of Harts […]

IPOH: Heavy rain continued for about two and a half hours, causing flash flooding in Pulai Raya Taman Muda, Simpang Pulai, near here, late last night. The Kinta District Civil Defence Force (APM) District Operations Control Centre (PKOD) in a statement said they received information about the incident at 9.31pm. According to him, 21 houses in Lorong Pulai Raya 4 were affected by the water but no temporary evacuation centre (PPS) was opened. “The water level began to drop to 0.3 metres at about 1.06 am before dropping again to 0.22 metres shortly afterwards,” he said. According to the report, […]

KUCHING (Dec 24): What many people often see is a pub game is now a competitive sport, judging from the reception for the just-concluded Sarawak Closed 2025 Double Darts Challenge. Organised by Royalbull 55, led by Awang Affendi Awang Daud, the inaugural competition took place on the ground floor of Riverside Shopping Mall here, where over 250 darters gathered to test their skills and also stand a chance of winning the attractive prizes. The event, which received support from Sarawak Darts Association, comprised round-robin challenges to select top contenders for the Gold and Silver finishes. “The initial target was for […]

OSIJEK, Croatia, Dec. 26, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Orqa, Europe’s leading developer of FPV (first-person view) and unmanned aerial systems (UAS), today announced the launch of its Global Manufacturing Partnership Program, a strategic initiative to expand Orqa’s production capacity to more than one million drones per year through collaborations with trusted partners worldwide. Building on its proven ability to produce 280,000 drones annually at its European headquarters in Osijek, Croatia, Orqa is now extending this production model globally through a decentralised network of strategic manufacturing partners. Partnerships are already established across key territories in North America, Europe, the Middle East, and […]

KUALA BERANG: Police have confirmed that a female teacher lost RM144,152 after being duped by a fraud syndicate posing as an officer from the National Scam Response Centre (NSRC) last November. Hulu Terengganu District Police Chief, Supt Sharudin Abdul Wahab, said the 56-year-old victim was contacted by a man who claimed he was involved in spreading fake government aid links and money laundering on Nov 17. Sharudin said the suspect ordered the victim to hand over his ATM card and pin number, supposedly for police investigation purposes. “Then on Dec 4, the suspect contacted the victim again and instructed him […]

SHENZHEN, China, Dec. 26, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — AKEEYO is elevating vehicle intelligence at CES 2026 with two revolutionary camera systems. The AKY-NV-X2 11-inch mirror dash cam serves automobile drivers, while the AKY-730 Pro action camera provides professional-grade protection for motorcyclists and cyclists. Introducing the AKY-NV-X2: The Ultimate All-in-One Driving Solution The AKY-NV-X2 combines advanced features into a sleek, user-friendly design: Display & Image Quality: 11-inch IPS touchscreen with crisp 1080P resolution Sony STARVIS image sensor with an F1.0 aperture for excellent low-light performance. Dual 2K cameras with optional 1080p third-channel recording. Night vision for both front and rear cameras ensuring […]

KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) today issued a warning of continuous rain at dangerous levels in Kelantan and Terengganu until Dec 29 (Monday). MetMalaysia informed that the areas involved were Tumpat, Pasir Mas, Kota Bharu, Bachok, Machang and Pasir Puteh in Kelantan, while in Terengganu it involved Besut, Setiu, Kuala Nerus, Kuala Terengganu and Marang. Severe persistent rain warnings are expected in Jeli, Tanah Merah and Kuala Krai in Kelantan; Terengganu (Hulu Terengganu, Dungun and Kemaman); and Pahang (Kuantan, Pekan and Rompin) for the same period. In addition, a continuous rain warning at alert level is forecast to […]

KUCHING (Dec 26): Cahya Mata Sarawak Bhd (Cahya Mata) expects its phosphate plant (PP) to reach breakeven in the third quarter of 2026, once all four furnaces are fully operational and producing yellow phosphorus at the desired purity levels. Analysts with Maybank Investment Bank Bhd (Maybank IB) said that the breakeven projection is based on an average selling price of US$4,000 per tonne for yellow phosphorus, with Japan and South Korea as the key export markets. The cement manufacturer anticipates pretax margins of up to mid-teens percentage once utilisation rates stabilise around 70 per cent. The research house added that […]

TAMARACK, Idaho , Dec. 26, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Tamarack Resort celebrated Christmas Day with its annual Santa Skis Free tradition. Over 100 Santas, elves, and one cheeky grinch filled the slopes for a festive day of skiing, snowboarding, and holiday cheer. Guests dressed in full Santa suits gathered throughout the morning before heading up the Mid-Mountain Lodge for lunch, pictures, and group laps—turning Upper Serenity ski run into a sea of red and white. The long-running event saw many returning Santas and welcomed quite a few first-timers as well. Families, friends, and holiday visitors lined the Village and Mid-Mountain Lodge […]

KUALA LUMPUR: The ringgit continued its strengthening momentum on Friday, opening at another five-year high against the United States (US) dollar amid a short trading week. At 8am, the local unit rose to 4.0410/0495 against the US dollar from 4.0425/0515 at Wednesday’s close. The ringgit once recorded a level of 4.0450/0443 on 26 February 2021. The market was closed yesterday in conjunction with the Christmas Day public holiday. Meanwhile, speaking to Bernama, Bank Muamalat Malaysia Bhd Chief Economist, Mohd Afzanizam Abdul Rashid said the short trading week following the holiday is expected to see a more gloomy currency market today. […]

MADISON, Wis., Dec. 26, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Everlight Solar proudly closed out the holiday season by giving back to communities across the Midwest. Team members from multiple offices volunteered and helped donate gifts to support local families and organizations in need. In Madison, Wisconsin, Everlight volunteered with Santas Without Chimneys, helping sort and wrap gifts to ensure children in the community experienced a joyful holiday season. They also donated gifts to Waunakee Neighborhood Connection, supporting a local family of five during the holiday season. The Milwaukee, Wisconsin, team volunteered at the Waukesha Food Pantry, assisting with food distribution efforts that […]

MADINAH: The Raja Muda of Perlis, Tuanku Syed Faizuddin Putra Jamalullail, together with the Second Heir of Perlis, Syed Sirajuddin Areeb Putra Al-Haj Jamalullail, agreed to hold a meeting with the Imam and Khatib of the Prophet’s Mosque, Sheikh Dr. Abdul Muhsin Ibni Muhammad Al-Qasim at the Haramain Mosque Management Office, in the courtyard of the Prophet’s Mosque in Madinah al-Munawwarah, Saudi Arabia. According to the Perlis Islamic Religious and Malay Customs Council (MAIPs), Sheikh Dr. Abdul Muhsin, who is also the Chief Judge of the Al-Madinah Court of Appeal, welcomed His Majesty’s visit along with the Raja Puan Muda […]

Tourism Authority of Thailand spotlights two flagship regional events alongside celebrations across Bangkok and key provincial destinations to mark the New Year BANGKOK, Dec. 26, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Thailand is welcoming the arrival of 2026 with a nationwide programme of countdown celebrations, anchored by two flagship events organised by the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) in Phayao and Su-ngai Kolok, alongside a series of TAT-supported festivities across Bangkok and major destinations nationwide. Ms. Thapanee Kiatphaibool, TAT Governor, said, “The two flagship events organised by TAT in Phayao and Su-ngai Kolok represent a strategic focus on showcasing regional identity through meaningful, […]

LONDON, Dec 26 (NNN-AGENCIES) — This year may have been Britain’s hottest on record, with an average temperature above 10 degrees Celsius, the national weather service said. Definitive figures for 2025 will be released next Jan 2, but as of the final week of this year, the average temperature has been 10.05C. The previous high was 10.03C in 2022, the Met Office said. If the data is confirmed, it will mean that four of the past five years will be among the hottest ever recorded in the country since records began in 1884. The hottest 10 years have all occurred […]

KUALA LUMPUR: With less than a week left before the 2025 close, the ringgit continues its upward momentum, trading around 4.04 against the United States (US) dollar, the highest level in almost five years. The local currency’s performance reflects growing confidence among investors and traders in the Malaysian economy. Bank Muamalat Malaysia Bhd Chief Economist Dr Mohd Afzanizam Abdul Rashid told Bernama that the ringgit’s strength was clearly demonstrated not only against the US dollar but also against other regional currencies including the Singapore dollar. “There may be a reassessment by traders and investors of the Malaysian economy and the […]

CAIRO, Dec 26 (NNN-XINHUA) – As 2025 draws to a close, a trio of Middle Eastern countries find themselves in a familiar interlude: the loudest battles have ebbed, yet the struggle over who holds power, and on whose behalf, has not. These countries, namely Lebanon, Syria, and Iraq, face the same defining question: can they achieve a meaningful reset – one that restores sovereignty, consolidates state authority, and charts an independent path forward? A common feature across the three countries is the uneasy relationship between state institutions and armed actors, whose power was forged during conflict and has proven resistant […]

LOS ANGELES, Dec. 25, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — From January 6–9, 2026, visitors can experience Arspura’s next-generation range hoods at LVCC – South Hall 1- Booth 30725, where the brand will demonstrate how cleaner kitchen air can make everyday cooking more comfortable and confidence-building—especially for households that are more sensitive to fumes, odors, and lingering particles. For air-quality-conscious users, including people prone to nasal sensitivity, Arspura will highlight how thoughtful ventilation can help keep the cooking space feeling fresher and easier to enjoy. Cooking fumes and fine particles are often invisible, yet they can linger long after a meal is finished. […]

BANGKOK, Dec 26 (NNN-TNA) – Thailand’s military announced yesterday that, border negotiations with Cambodia have entered the second day, with overall clashes along the frontier showing a downward trend. According to Thai media reports, the secretariat meeting of the Thai-Cambodian General Border Committee (GBC), kicked off at around 9:00 a.m. local time on the Thai side of the border in Chanthaburi province. Around 30 Cambodian delegates attended the meeting, while Malaysian members of the ASEAN observer team in Thailand were also present. In a press briefing held yesterday, a Thai military spokesperson stated that, the intensity of border skirmishes between […]

KUALA LUMPUR: The adjustment of the basic gas facility tariff for the Third Regulatory Period (RP3) from January 2026 to December 2028 will not result in an increase in overall gas prices to end consumers in the near term, according to the Federation of Malaysian Manufacturers (FMM). FMM also welcomes a transparent and structured mechanism under the Incentive Based Regulation (IBR) framework for determining the basic tariff for gas facilities which is reviewed every three years by the Energy Commission and approved by the government. “Based on current projections, the total gas price paid by end-users including industrial customers in […]

ATHENS, Dec 26 (NNN-AGENCIES) — Greek coastguard were searching Thursday for a missing child off the island of Farmakonisi after rescuing 52 migrants in two separate incidents in the Aegean Sea, local media reported. They found 13 migrants who had arrived on the small, uninhabited island, but one boy was reported missing from the group, said the ANA news agency. Another 39 migrants were found on board an inflatable boat off the southern island of Crete, according to the same source. They were taken to the village of Kaloi Limenes in Crete. No details about their nationality were provided. Two […]

KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) investigation into Malaysian Army procurement revealed that only a few selected companies were identified as frequently obtaining high-value projects, thus raising doubts. According to sources, MACC’s initial review of procurement records for the period 2023 to 2025 found that 158 ​​Army procurement projects worth more than RM500,000 were approved, while procurement under RM500,000 involved a total of 4,521 projects. “However, detailed reviews including the profiling process of the companies that received the contract have not yet been fully implemented,” said a source here, on Thursday. Following the initial findings, MACC intensified the investigation […]

IPOH: The site of a popular eatery on Jalan Simpang Pulai – Cameron Highlands where a landslide was detected will be closed for a month until a complete investigation is carried out. Perak Infrastructure, Energy, Water and Public Transport Exco, Datuk Seri Mohammad Nizar Jamaluddin said the Perak Forestry Department will issue a closure notice to permit holders starting tomorrow. According to him, the eatery area in Section 45.9, Federal Route 185 (FT 185: Jalan Simpang Pulai-Cameron Highland) has been granted a use permit approval by the Forestry Department for the purpose of renting a 0.4 hectare eatery and drinking […]