The Malaysian Armed Forces is reviewing all PALAPES training procedures following a cadet’s death, with three instructors now charged in court. KOTA TINGGI: The Malaysian Armed Forces is conducting a comprehensive review of its training modules and procedures for the Reserve Officer Training Unit. Chief of Defence Force General Datuk Malek Razak Sulaiman said the […]

Home Ministry investigates organised crime angle in border shooting targeting a senior enforcement officer, with nine suspects detained. MACHANG: The Home Ministry is conducting a detailed investigation into a shooting incident targeting a senior border agency commander. Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail said the probe is examining multiple angles, including possible organised crime elements.

Feb 27 (Reuters) – Block shares ⁠soared more than 20% in premarket trading on Friday after it ⁠announced it would nearly halve its workforce as part of ‌an overhaul to embed artificial intelligence tools across its operations. Read full story The Star : Tech Feed

Feb 27 (Reuters) – ⁠Amazon will invest $50 billion ⁠in OpenAI, starting with an ‌initial $15 billion and followed by another $35 billion in the coming months, the ​companies said on ⁠Friday. Read full story The Star : Tech Feed

JOHOR BAHRU: Paragon Globe Bhd’s 9M ended Dec 31, 2025 (FY26) saw a net profit attributable to shareholders of RM39.5 million on revenue of RM142.2 million. The moderation in revenue compared to RM154.7 million in the corresponding period last year reflects normalisation from an exceptionally strong base, which included the recognition of major land disposals

Singapore’s PM visit strengthens bilateral ties as Malaysia’s 2025 tourist arrivals jump 11.2%, far exceeding global and regional growth averages PUTRAJAYA: Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong’s special one-day visit to Malaysia on Friday (Feb 20) strengthened bilateral relations between the two countries, especially at the highest leadership level, said MADANI Government spokesman Datuk Fahmi Fadzil. The

Malaysia tightens entry permit process with six-month deadline, digital upgrades, and reforms to protect local workforce interests PETALING JAYA: The issuance of entry permits to foreign nationals would not affect the interests of Malaysians, as approvals are granted only to qualified individuals under strict immigration criteria, the Dewan Rakyat was told yesterday. Home Minister Datuk

The High Court dismissed a preliminary objection in the RM1.6 billion Genting inheritance case, allowing the removal application against the estate’s administrators to proceed. KUALA LUMPUR: The High Court today dismissed a preliminary objection raised by court-appointed administrators overseeing the RM1.6 billion estate of the late Lim Siew Kim. Judge Mahazan Mat Taib ruled in

LONDON, Feb 26 (Reuters) – ⁠ChatGPT maker OpenAI said on Thursday that it ⁠would make London its largest research hub ‌outside the United States, citing Britain’s technology ecosystem as an ideal environment to invest in and develop new artificial intelligence systems. Read full story The Star : Tech Feed

Pope Leo XIV to visit Algeria, Cameroon and Spain in April–June, marking historic Algeria trip and Sagrada Familia inauguration VATICAN CITY:Pope Leo XIV will visit four African nations in April, the Vatican said Thursday, including Algeria — the first time a pope will travel to the North African Muslim nation. The Vatican announced a series