Search ongoing for dismembered murder victim's arm and leg
KOTA KINABALU: Police are still looking for the last two missing body parts of a dismembered murder victim. City acting OCPD Supt Syed Lot Syed Ab Rahman said the main suspect, a 71-year-old man, gave them the approximate location and efforts to find the remains are ongoing. The two missing parts are an arm and a leg. More body parts were discovered at several other locations with the help of the police K9 unit. The murder has been linked to jealousy, a dispute over repayment of an engagement dowry, and other issues.
Source:The Star
February 19, 2026 05:08 UTC
L&G charts growth plan
“FY29 will be more meaningful in terms of contribution from the industrial park,” Low says. Initially, industrial development is expected to account for about 10% of earnings. “Our bread and butter residential development component will still hold at least 50% to 60%,” Low said. So it will not slow down for the next 15 months.”Despite the industrial push, L&G continues to deepen its residential pipeline. L&G also operates private and international schools under the Bestari brand in Sri Damansara, contributing about 15% of group revenue.
Source:The Star
February 19, 2026 05:04 UTC
Philippines’ Duterte to skip World Court hearing, says he is ‘frail’
(Feb 19): Former Philippine president Rodrigo Duterte does not plan to attend his pre-trial hearing at the International Criminal Court (ICC) set for next week, saying he is physically unfit to follow the legal proceedings. I wish for this Court to respect my peace inside the cell it has placed me. Duterte said he does not wish to follow next week’s proceedings from outside the courtroom through the use of technology either. The ex-leader made the request on the same day that his daughter, Vice President Sara Duterte, said that she will run for the Philippine presidency, declaring her plan years ahead of the next election in 2028. The vice president made the announcement amid a deepening feud with Marcos and fresh impeachment attempts against her.
Source:The Edge Markets
February 19, 2026 04:53 UTC
Man killed, wife, three children injured in Pendang crash
ALOR SETAR: A man was killed while his wife and three children were injured after the multi-purpose vehicle (MPV) they were travelling in collided with a vehicle coming from the opposite direction at Jalan Titi Kobah flyover in Pendang on Wednesday night (Feb 18). "The MPV was driven by the victim's 36-year-old wife from Pendang towards Kota Sarang Semut. "The couple's two other children, who were seated in the rear, also sustained injuries. The driver of the pickup suffered injuries to his waist and knee. "The injured victims were taken to Pendang Hospital for treatment, while the body of the deceased was sent to Sultanah Bahiyah Hospital here.
Source:The Star
February 19, 2026 04:26 UTC
Judge appointed to new Corruption Court
Move follows royal decree by King to ensure graft cases are resolved fastPETALING JAYA: Kuala Lumpur High Court judge Noor Ruwena Md Nurdin (pic) has been appointed to preside over the newly established Special Corruption High Court to ensure the swift resolution of corruption cases. The circular, signed by Chief Judge of Malaya Datuk Hashim Hamzah, added that Shah Alam High Court judge Datuk Aslam Zainuddin will be transferred to the Kuala Lumpur High Court, while Johor Bahru High Court judge Noor Hisham Ismail will take over his post in Shah Alam. On Jan 20, the Federal Court’s Chief Registrar’s Office announced that the judiciary had set up a Special Corruption High Court to hear corruption cases and appeals from the Special Corruption Sessions Courts. His Majesty had stressed the need for experienced judges and a dedicated pathway to ensure corruption cases are resolved quickly. Currently, 14 Special Corruption Sessions Courts operate nationwide, aiming to resolve each case within a year of registration.
Source:The Star
February 19, 2026 04:24 UTC
A festive escape for China tourists
“Our parents do not mind, and even my parents are currently travelling around China. Xue, who was in Penang with his wife, daughter and friends, said festive performances were no longer common to enjoy back home. Instead, the group of seven chose to spend the festive break in Malaysia. “We invited guests to experience the rich traditions and joyous spirit of the Chinese New Year,” he said. “The celebration included the traditional lion eye-dotting ceremony, multiple performances and a yee sang tossing ceremony.”
Source:The Star
February 19, 2026 04:19 UTC
Zahid reunites with foster family for CNY
PETALING JAYA: Chinese New Year is a special time for Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi as that is when he celebrates the auspicious day with his Chinese foster family at their home in Perak. In a Facebook post yesterday, Ahmad Zahid shared photos of the annual tradition with the family of Beh Song Wan, held at the Datuk Haji Abdullah Ahmad multi-purpose hall in Hutan Melintang. “On the second day of Chinese New Year, I spent some time with my foster family, the family of Beh Song Wang or ‘Bujang’ as he is affectionately known. Ahmad Zahid, who is Bagan Datuk MP, was also seen greeting guests at the large gathering, which also featured a lion dance performance. Ahmad Zahid also visited the graves of his relatives following the arrival of the fasting month of Ramadan today.
Source:The Star
February 19, 2026 04:19 UTC
Ramadan traders stock up despite CNY rush
JOHOR BARU: Ramadan bazaar traders are all set to welcome customers, with many preparing weeks ahead to ensure ample supplies throughout the fasting month. “So I stocked up about two weeks before the festival to ensure I had enough supplies to keep making kuih for Ramadan while shops are closed. ALSO READ: ‘Fasting meets character building’Wan Noraidah, who will operate her stall at the Taman Dahlia Ramadan bazaar, said she was glad to have prepared early. “At least now I do not have to compete with other Ramadan traders for the ingredients, which I believe will be in high demand during the fasting month.”Feeding the people: (From left) Wan Noraidah, Mohd hairi and sharifah Faizah. Meanwhile, Mohd Hairi Salim, 62, said he had decided to get dry ingredients such as rice and spices earlier.
Source:The Star
February 19, 2026 04:17 UTC
Two separate crashes leave eight hurt in Sabah
The vehicle that plunged into a ravine in Kota Belud. KOTA KINABALU: Eight people were injured in two separate accidents in Sabah within the past 24 hours. Kota Belud fire station chief Elgie Bakuk said road users who saw the accident rushed to their aid while waiting for help to arrive. Tuaran fire station chief Kurong Ak Beki said they received a distress call at around 3.25am. He said three people in one car were hurt, while the 45-year-old driver from the other vehicle escaped without injuries.
Source:The Star
February 19, 2026 04:10 UTC
Striking a balance with online safety
Besides investing in digital literacy, she said such an approach would involve designing platforms with safety in mind, strengthening accountability and supporting parents and caregivers. Selvakumar said that “teen accounts”, with restricted visibility, supervision and built-in safety measures, could serve as an alternative to a total ban. He cited the recent ban in Australia as an example, which led to spikes in downloads of obscure platforms lacking safety features. Last November, the Cabinet approved raising the minimum age for social media accounts to 16, with implementation expected by mid-2026. The move comes as part of wider efforts to tackle cyberbullying, exploitation and exposure to harmful content under the Online Safety Act, which comes into effect in July.
Source:The Star
February 19, 2026 04:10 UTC
Anwar: Don’t let disputes derail nation-building efforts
PUTRAJAYA: Malaysians must not be trapped in prolonged disputes, as such divisions would only weaken efforts to build a peaceful and resilient nation, says Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. While acknowledging his own shortcomings, the Prime Minister stressed that constant quarrels would undermine national harmony. "The country will not be peaceful if we are constantly fighting,” he said during the Ihya Ramadan event held at the Home Ministry on Thursday (Feb 19). “Many things have happened over the past two to three weeks – issues involving the MACC, claims that temples cannot be demolished, and some saying mosques should be treated the same. He also cautioned against the spread of misinformation and emotionally driven reactions not grounded in facts, emphasising that nation-building is not the responsibility of a single group.
Source:The Star
February 19, 2026 04:05 UTC
Flood victims face grim Ramadan after deluge
Following a continuous downpour on Monday, floods struck several areas, including Kampung Manjoi, Kampung Tengku Hussein, and Buntong. “The flood started suddenly at about 6pm, with the water level rising rapidly. Everything was swept away by the floodwater,” she said. All the fish, meat and everything were swept away. “We still need to clean up the house,” she said, adding that it was the worst flood she has ever experienced.
Source:The Star
February 19, 2026 04:04 UTC
Man who vandalised ATMs arrested
KUALA LUMPUR: A suspect who vandalised a dozen ATMs in Jinjang has been arrested by the police. Sentul OCPD Asst Comm Basri Sagoni said that the police were notified on Feb 16 by a complainant stating that four ATMs at a bank in Jinjang Selatan had their screens smashed. On Feb 17, the police received four additional reports of vandalism at two more banks in Jinjang Selatan and two in Jinjang Utara. “The modus operandi involved the suspect entering the area, and then smashing the ATM screen using an object believed to be a stone, and then fleeing the scene. “With the arrest of the suspect, the police have successfully solved five reported cases of ATM screen vandalism,” he said.
Source:The Star
February 19, 2026 03:57 UTC
Growth riding on ‘horse’ power
Anwar: Zodiac year can help spur national and economic progressKUALA LUMPUR: The Year of the Horse signals strength and energy that can help spur economic growth and national development, says Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. “The horse represents swiftness, strength and power, thus we hope Malaysia’s economic performance will exceed even further,” said the Prime Minister at MCA’s Chinese New Year celebration, here at Wisma MCA on Tuesday. Dr Wee also called for unity and an end to political divisions, saying the festive period should be a time for togetherness rather than partisanship. Dr Wee added, the attendance of former health minister Khairy Jamaluddin reflected longstanding ties and friendships that transcend political affiliations. — FAIHAN GHANI/The StarPresent at the event were Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi, former prime minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob, Higher Education Minister Datuk Seri Dr Zambry Abd Kadir, MCA deputy president Datuk Dr Mah Han Soon, MIC vice-president Datuk T. Murugiah and Khairy.
Source:The Star
February 19, 2026 03:55 UTC
Girl invests red packet money in gold, makes enviable returns
Compiled by DIVYA THERESA RAVI and TAN SIN CHOWA 10-YEAR-OLD girl from Hebei province, China, has turned her red packet savings into a tidy profit after investing in gold three years ago, Sin Chew Daily reported. Gold was priced at 460 yuan (about RM260) per gram at the time. According to the daily, a woman surnamed Bai shared on social media that her daughter began purchasing gold at the age of seven. The girl opted to buy gold, as she did not want her parents to keep her red packet money and feared misplacing the cash herself. Bai quipped that her daughter has a sharper investment instinct than she does, adding that she regrets not buying more gold at the time.
Source:The Star
February 19, 2026 03:55 UTC