TNB advises public to use electricity wisely amidst hot weather and festive season
KUALA LUMPUR: The public is advised to use electricity prudently amidst the ongoing hot weather and ahead of the festive season, when energy consumption is expected to rise. Tenaga Nasional Berhad (TNB) said electricity usage typically increases during hot weather, particularly due to longer operating hours for electrical appliances such as air conditioners and fans. "The combined factors of the hot weather and festive season may lead to increased electricity bills, and potentially safety risks if precautions are not followed,” TNB said. Electrical safety tips:- Switch off the main power supply when leaving home and unplug unused electrical appliances. - Ensure electrical appliances are not exposed to direct sunlight, excessive heat or flammable materials such as curtains and paper.
Source:The Star
February 14, 2026 07:44 UTC
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Thunderstorms expected across Selangor, six other states until 6pm
KUALA LUMPUR (Feb 14): Thunderstorms, heavy rain, and strong winds are expected to hit across seven states until 6pm on Saturday, according to the Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia). In a warning issued at 2.30pm, MetMalaysia said affected areas include Baling, Kulim, and Bandar Baharu in Kedah, and Seberang Perai Selatan in Penang. In Perak, the districts at risk are Kerian, Larut, Matang and Selama, Hulu Perak, Kuala Kangsar, Manjung, Kinta, Perak Tengah, Kampar, Bagan Datuk, Hilir Perak and Batang Padang. Over in Pahang, the forecast covers Cameron Highlands, Jerantut, Kuantan and Rompin, while in Selangor, the affected areas are Klang, Petaling, and Kuala Langat, while in Johor, Pontian, Kulai, and Johor Bahru are under alert. In Sabah, the warning covers the interior (Nabawan and Tambunan), the West Coast (Papar, Putatan, Penampang, Kota Kinabalu and Ranau), Tawau, and Sandakan (Tongod, Telupid, Kinabatangan and Sandakan).
Source:The Edge Markets
February 14, 2026 07:36 UTC
Bersatu members 'strictly warned' not to join meetings, gatherings by expelled members
PETALING JAYA: All Bersatu members are strictly warned not to participate in any form of meetings or gatherings organised by those expelled by the Disciplinary Board. Such a directive was said in a circular issued by Bersatu secretary-general Datuk Seri Azmin Ali on Friday (Feb 13), following the expulsion of several party leaders, including deputy president Datuk Seri Hamzah Zainudin. “It must be remembered that it is an offence for any party member to collude with individuals or groups acting against the party constitution, or to utter abusive words that tarnish the good name and dignity of the party. “Therefore, all Bersatu members are strictly warned not to participate in any form of meetings or gatherings organised by those expelled by the Disciplinary Board. Clause 9.1.4 further emphasises that every member must comply with the party constitution as well as the Code of Ethics and Conduct,” he said.
Source:The Star
February 14, 2026 07:25 UTC
Roses without rush: Festive exodus slows Valentine's Day sales
Ranjitha Malar Tambi arranging flowers for sale in conjunction with Valentine’s Day. NSTP NOR AIN MOHAMED RADHIKUALA LUMPUR: While love is in the air, business has been slower than expected for florist Ranjitha Malar Tambi this Valentine's Day, with the Chinese New Year holiday exodus cited as a possible reason. On the shop's offerings, she said fresh flowers remain the top choice, with roses continuing to dominate. "Customers still prefer fresh flowers over artificial arrangements with chocolates", she said. With limited storage space and concerns about keeping flowers fresh, she is banking on a late surge.
Source:New Strait Times
February 14, 2026 06:56 UTC
‘Ultraman’ hits out at AI videos mocking Japan’s PM
The videos angered Japanese netizens and prompted Ultraman creator Tsuburaya Productions to consider taking legal action. The company said the videos had been removed following a report lodged. > Several parts of Beijing, Jilin and Liaoning provinces in China have seen the mushrooming of the so-called “huntun jiuguan” (wonton pubs) offering cheap wonton and beer and a place for people to release their stress. China Press reported that patrons were contributing to the rowdy atmosphere at the pubs by dancing and singing on tables. The above articles are compiled from the vernacular newspapers (Bahasa Malaysia, Chinese and Tamil dailies).
Source:The Star
February 14, 2026 06:27 UTC
CNY exodus leads to congestion on major highways
PETALING JAYA: The holiday exodus has begun, leading to road congestion as many leave the Klang Valley for the festive period. According to the Highway Authority, congestion has been reported at the Genting Sempah Toll Plaza along the Kuala Lumpur-Karak Expressway. Slow traffic has also been reported on the North-South Expressway from Rawang to Bukit Beruntung and from Skudai to Kulai. Previously, the Highway Authority said it projected around 3.27 million vehicles on the road during the Chinese New Year festive period. It added that of that total, around 2.2 million vehicles were expected to be on PLUS highways during the same period.
Source:The Star
February 14, 2026 06:19 UTC
Victim paid RM7,000 to end engagement before murder
KOTA KINABALU: "He agreed to end it, but he asked for RM7,000. He said that throughout the two to three months of engagement, his mother’s relationship with the man was often marred by arguments due to differences of opinion and a lack of understanding. He came to meet the family and agreed to break it off, but asked for RM7,000. My mother agreed and said she would follow my advice and do what was best for everyone," he said. Two suspects, a 71-year-old man believed to be the former fiancé and his 19-year-old son, were arrested in connection with the murder.
Source:The Star
February 14, 2026 06:18 UTC
AG to head special probe into MACC chief's share ownership
PUTRAJAYA: Attorney General Tan Sri Mohd Dusuki Mokhtar will chair a special investigation committee formed to look into issues related to alleged share ownership of Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) chief commissioner Tan Sri Azam Baki. Chief Secretary to the Government Tan Sri Shamsul Azri Abu Bakar said the special committee will conduct a detailed and comprehensive investigation to ensure due process and fairness to the party under investigation. In response, Azam said his acquisition of shares was conducted transparently and did not violate any laws. Azam, in response, said he is ready to be probed by an independent committee established by the Govt to examine issues related to his share ownership. Azam said an independent and transparent probe is crucial to defend his personal integrity and also to maintain public confidence in the MACC as an institution.
Source:The Star
February 14, 2026 06:17 UTC
Immigration department to intensify bazaar raids during Ramadan
Immigration Department deputy director-general (operations) Datuk Lokman Effendi Ramli said enforcement and monitoring will be enforced at Ramadan bazaars nationwide to ensure business premises are free from illegal immigrants. NSTP/ AHMAD UKASYAHKAJANG: The Immigration Department will intensify enforcement and monitoring at Ramadan bazaars nationwide to ensure business premises are free from illegal immigrants. On overall statistics, Lokman Effendi said that from Jan 1 until yesterday, the department had conducted 1,700 enforcement operations nationwide, inspecting a total of 27,000 foreign nationals. Of that total, 6,200 people were detained for various immigration offences, with the majority coming from Myanmar, Indonesia, Bangladesh, and China. "During the same period, 230 employers were also detained for violating provisions under the Immigration Act," he said.
Source:New Strait Times
February 14, 2026 06:09 UTC
7 unique Chinese dishes that were invented in Malaysia
Photo: En Yeoh's Bak Kut TehThe earliest known bak kut teh restaurant was opened in Klang in 1941 by Lee Boon Teh, who is said to have lent the ‘Teh’ part of his name to ‘bak kut teh’, although this assertion remains unproven as the fledgling edition of bak kut teh was likely created long before 1941. “Bak kut teh could well be nearly 100 years old, but bak kut teh shops keep opening – even though prices for pork, herbs and labour have shot up dramatically. Sang har mee probably arose as a result of the wide availability of roe-filled Malaysian freshwater prawns in the 1950s. In the 1950s, people in Seremban were regularly dining at his restaurant and eating yee sang, according to the book A Toss Of Yee Sang, written by his grandson. Kam heong (cooking style)Perhaps the most demonstrable Malaysian Chinese dish to showcase love for the nation and the influence other communities have had on Chinese cooking styles is kam heong.
Source:The Star
February 14, 2026 06:05 UTC
Part 1: Conquering Nepal's Annapurna Base Camp at age 71
I was 71 years, 10 months and 14 days old when I stood under a signpost that read, “Annapurna Base Camp”, in Nepal. The next challenge was walking up to Machhapuchhre Base Camp or MBC at 3,700m. The Annapurna Base Camp (ABC) had always been on my bucket list. Printed on the cloth were the words: “Annapurna Base Camp (ABC) at 71 years, 10 months, 14 days, 23 September, 2025”. When we finally got to our final destination, we stood proudly under the signpost that read: “Namaste, Annapurna Base Camp (ABC) 4130”.
Source:The Star
February 14, 2026 06:01 UTC
Hamzah, others visit Hadi in Terengganu amid Bersatu expulsions
PETALING JAYA: Datuk Seri Hamzah Zainudin appears to be taking recent developments in his stride by the looks of a Facebook post. Amid 17 expulsions from Parti Pribumi Bersatu Malaysia, the sacked deputy party president shared a photo of him having tea with PAS president Tan Sri Abdul Hadi Awang, other PAS leaders and sacked Bersatu MPs. Also present in the photo are Terengganu Mentri Besar Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Samsuri Mokhtar, Bersatu vice-president Datuk Seri Ronald Kiandee, who is also the Beluran MP, and PAS secretary-general Datuk Seri Takiyuddin Hassan, who is also the Kota Baru MP. Earlier, Bersatu had sacked Hamzah and 16 other party leaders following a disciplinary board meeting on Thursday. The notice said Hamzah, who is the Larut MP, was dismissed from his membership rights under Clause 22.5 of the party’s constitution.
Source:The Star
February 14, 2026 06:00 UTC
Bersatu leader questions transparency over dismissal
KUALA LUMPUR: A supreme council member of Bersatu has questioned the transparency and integrity of the party’s disciplinary process after he was dismissed without what he described as a fair hearing. Datuk Zulkifli Bujang, who is also the Johor Baru division chief, said he only received the summons to appear before the party’s disciplinary board while he was overseas on a pre-scheduled engagement. However, Zulkifli said the party proceeded with the decision to expel him without convening any disciplinary hearing or giving him reasonable space to defend himself. The dismissal was formally communicated to him via a letter sent through WhatsApp late on Friday evening. Zulkifli was among 17 dismissed from Bersatu, which included party deputy president Datuk Seri Hamzah Zainuddin along with three other MPs following disciplinary action.
Source:The Star
February 14, 2026 05:54 UTC
No waiting game as Jonassen prepares squad for Finals without Zii Jia
The Badminton Association of Malaysia (BAM) have sent an invitation to the Paris Olympic bronze medallist to take part in a centralised training camp ahead of the Thomas Cup Finals in Horsens, Denmark, from April 24-May 3. Jonassen said assembling the strongest possible squad is not solely dependent on Zii Jia’s availability but also on the overall depth of the team. The latest update received by the national set-up was that Zii Jia was nursing an injury during the Thailand Masters, where he was forced to retire in the quarter-finals against Indonesia’s Alwi Farhan. “Of course we are preparing this week and next week with a major focus on the Thomas Cup for the top players here. These weeks were designed not for short term international tournaments but as preparation for the Thomas Cup,” he said.
Source:The Star
February 14, 2026 05:50 UTC
Tight EKVE U-turn ramp raises safety concerns
THE opening of the elevated U-turn ramp, as part of the East Klang Valley Expressway (EKVE), in Ukay Perdana, Hulu Kelang, has noticeably relieved traffic congestion in the area. Ukay Perdana resident Rosli Sharafuddin said the elevated U-turn has a sharp bend that splits into two lanes that lead to different areas. The original design for the elevated U-turn was amended following a legal proceeding a few years back. Kamri says the elevated U-turn had undergone a road safety audit before it was opened to traffic. Section 2, which will connect this route directly to Ukay Perdana, is currently under development.
Source:The Star
February 14, 2026 05:46 UTC