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Melissa Goh

@MelGohCNA

Malaysia Bureau Chief @ChannelNewsAsia

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The hottest place in peninsular Malaysia is producing the sweetest fruits. It’s a bumper crop this year for Harum Manis, the most expensive mango variety in Malaysia but farmers are switching to working at night to escape the heatwave.

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Speculation continues as to whether Dr Mahathir Mohamad will be charged next, this after MACC chief Azam Baki confirmed that probe is still on going against the 98 year old former PM but declined to divulge details what he is actually being investigated for.

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As probe is still underway to ascertain the cause of the deadly mid air collision between two helicopters during rehearsal in Lumut naval base, the authorities have warned the public not to speculate and respect victims’ families by not posting sensitive visuals on social media.

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A navy personnel happened to be swimming in the pool when the fennec helicopter crashed into it this morning . He survived with mild injuries after he’s hit by debris says Malaysia’s defense minister Khaled Nordin after visiting victims families at Lumut naval base, Perak

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The defence minister Khaled Nordin has just confirmed that the Navy Day celebration scheduled this Friday has been cancelled. Prayers will be held instead following the tragic crash of two navy helicopters that killed all 10 crew on board .

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A flurry of activities at KL20 summit for start-ups and venture cap this morning . Apart from the announcement of RM3 billion ASEAN investment initiatives, Malaysia aims to attract global unicorns via the issuance of Unicorn Golden Pass as well as many other incentives.

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Speaking at PKR anniversary convention, its president Anwar Ibrahim maintains that fighting corruption remains the thrust of the party’s struggle and warned against those who tries to drive a wedge between PH & its coalition partners adding that his government is still rock solid

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PM Anwar on the 25th anniversary of his party PKR launched two frameworks KEMAS16 and POP25 in a bid to strengthen the party grassroots machinery, ensure its victory in GE16 and secure its future over the next 25 years. The work starts now he said implementation is key .

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Caught a glorious sunset while on way back to Shymkent from Turkistan two weeks ago. мир and дружба were two words that I learnt from these ladies in the heart of Central Asia . Have a blessed Eid celebration. 🌙

Caught a glorious sunset while on way back to Shymkent from Turkistan two weeks ago. мир and дружба were two words that I learnt from these ladies in the heart of Central Asia . Have a blessed Eid celebration. 🌙
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Najib, 70 was imprisoned in Aug 2022 after federal court upheld his conviction & sentence over SRC. >19 months on, he seeks to be released from Kajang prison. His 1MDB Tanore trial meanwhile is on going.Prosecution aims to wrap up by May after reexamining Jasmine and Dr Zeti.

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So is there such an addendum letter purportedly written by the former Agong to allow ex PM Najib Razak to serve his remaining jail sentence under house arrest ? His lawyer is seeking discovery of the letter and an order to compel its execution . Hearing postponed to April 17.

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Malaysian police have heightened security following the arrest of an armed Israeli who’s said to have paid thousands of dollars for six guns. Also nabbed, a Malaysian couple who’s armed with a pistol. The police are hunting two more suspects. Motive is still being probed.

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What a change of scenery, hopefully a new perspective . For now , checking out the frozen lakes and sunken forests in one of the many great national parks in Kazakhstan .

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PM Anwar announced that up till March, Malaysia has attracted RM76.1 billion of potential investments including those from his recent trips to Australia and Germany adding that Malaysia is benefiting from many companies’ derisking strategy as a result of US China trade war.

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Meeting Singapore DPM Lawrence Wong for the first time in conjunction with the silver jubilee celebration of CNA . Happy Birthday CNA 🎂 & many happy returns 🥂 ( 📸 by Steven Chia)

Meeting Singapore DPM Lawrence Wong for the first time in conjunction with the silver jubilee celebration of @ChannelNewsAsia . Happy Birthday CNA 🎂 & many happy returns 🥂 ( 📸 by Steven Chia)
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98 year old Dr Mahathir was discharged from IJN this morning . He was admitted to the National Heart Institute on Jan 26 for treatment of infections and observation . He and his wife Dr Siti Hasmah wish the Muslim community a blessed Ramadan 🌙

98 year old Dr Mahathir was discharged from IJN this morning . He was admitted to the National Heart Institute on Jan 26 for treatment of infections and observation . He and his wife Dr Siti Hasmah wish the Muslim community a blessed Ramadan 🌙
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“It’s something that we have to live with” says Khazanah MD Amirul Feisal commenting on the unsolved mystery of MH370 that disappeared 10 years ago en route from KL to Beijing. The airline has moved on he said by focusing on customer service, flight safety and fleet renewal.

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