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Manila: The Quezon City Police District (QCPD) on Thursday said three suspects have been arrested over a shooting incident that left two people dead, including a barangay public safety officer in Quezon City, and another one wounded. In a press briefing held at the QCPD headquarters in Camp Karingal, QCPD director Brig. Gen. Redrico Maranan identified the suspects as Ricardo Lucas Jr., 44; Ernie Tambaoan, 40; and Jenny Joy Roldan, 31 live-in partner of Tambaoan. The three were arrested Wednesday over the killing of Pelagio Cabaddu, 43, a resident of Barangay Sauyo, and barangay public safety officer Cornelio Nuval Jr.,

KUALA LUMPUR, Former Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak told the High Court here today that he had full confidence in the management of SRC International Sdn Bhd, resulting him to forgo requesting a feasibility study before approving the billion-ringgit loan from the Retirement Fund Inc (KWAP) to the strategic investment company. He said he had confidence in the company’s management as its board of directors (BOD) comprised of skilled and capable individuals. Najib, 71, was testifying as a defendant in SRC International’s US$1.18 billion civil suit against him. “Initially, I had confidence in the SRC management to do

BANTING, The government is considering rehabilitating 420,000 hectares (ha) of abandoned rubber estates by converting them into commercial bamboo plantations, which offer higher commercial value in the global market. Plantation and Commodities Minister Datuk Seri Johari Abdul Ghani said that if the initiative is realised, it could enhance the country’s participation in the commodity market and add value to the economy and national income. He noted that the bamboo industry was valued at about US$70.6 billion in 2023 and is expected to grow to around US$100 billion by 2028. “We have about 1.1 million ha of rubber plantations, with 420,000

The Croatian-born handler said the 2-2 draw was not what was expected because the players had performed well. However, he said individual mistakes caused the Turtles to miss many golden opportunities and had to settle for one point when hosting the game at Sultan Mizan Zainal Abidin Stadium (SSMZA) in Gong Badak. “I think we deserved more than one point. We played a good game and led two goals in 45 minutes. We controlled everything but because of one mistake we lost ball impact and our confidence. “I think we have problem with a set piece and this is not

BEIJING, Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil has arrived in Beijing for a three-day working visit aimed at strengthening ties between Malaysia and China in broadcasting, digital communication and the film industry. This is Fahmi’s first visit to China since assuming office in December 2022. On arrival, Fahmi will meet with the National Radio Television Administration (NRTA) to discuss key areas of mutual interest, including regulatory policies, content collaboration and the use of advanced technology for industry growth. The visit is expected to see the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between Malaysia and China to enhance cooperation in media and