PUTRAJAYA: The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) Thursday arrested Umno President Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi (pic) in connection with its investigation into abuse of power, criminal breach of trust and money-laundering involving the funds of a foundation.

Kota Kinabalu: A woman, believed to be depressed, allegedly sliced the throats of her four children, killing the youngest aged eight months, before trying to slice her throat as well at Pulau Mantanani in Kota Belud, Thursday.

Kuala Lumpur: All policy makers are urged to take note of the Prime Minister's hopes and dreams to build a nation where everyone benefits.

Papar: A 20-year-old was robbed by three individuals in a speedboat, one of them armed with long sharp weapon, while fishing alone in waters near Mandahan and Kimanis at dawn on Thursday.

Kota Kinabalu: Having acquired a liking for ginger beer while doing his Masters in New Zealand, James Wong Kein Peng often wondered why Sabah could not produce its own bottled version.

Kuala Lumpur: Prime Minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad announced Thursday that the term of office of the Prime Minister, Menteri Besar and Chief Minister will be limited to two terms only as an immediate measure to reform the political system.

Semporna: Membership of all district councils in Sabah will be increased, including appointment of professionals, to ensure effectiveness of the work system of the Local Authority, said Deputy Chief Minister Datuk Jaujan Sambakong.

Kota Kinabalu: Seven young prison inmates who will be sitting for the Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) examination this year received some timely motivation from their parents and teachers during a ceremony at the Prisons Department in Kepayan, here, Wednesday.

Kota Kinabalu: The suggestion by former Chief Minister Tan Sri Harris Salleh for the blanket legalising of all people in Sabah is illegal and unconstitutional and must be rejected by the citizens of the country, especially the people of Sabah, according to Parti Cinta Sabah President Datuk Seri Wilfred Bumburing.

Kuching: PKR's state assemblyman See Chee How urged the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) to probe the construction of the Darul Hana Musical Fountain in front of the State Legislative Assembly building here.