Ferrari stolen at Hulu Kelang car wash: Singer’s son and friend deny car theft charges
Billionaire tycoon Ananda Krishnan passed away at the age of 86, leaving behind a legacy that shaped corporate Malaysia. The shares of his companies experienced a decline in the stock market following the news of his death. Ananda Krishnan’s journey from a Brickfields boy to a billionaire businessman is a testament to his success and impact on the business world.
In other news, flood victims in Malaysia have surpassed 37,000 across six states, with Prime Minister Anwar praising the improved readiness for monsoon season. Meanwhile, a proposal to change Universiti Putra Malaysia’s name back to its original Universiti Pertanian Malaysia is set to be discussed in the Cabinet soon.
On a lighter note, a thief casually walked off with luxury items totaling RM228,000 left in unlocked cars at Suntec City in Singapore, including a RM100,000 Audemars Piguet watch, a RM46,000 Rolex, and RM82,000 in cash. Cosmetic entrepreneur Vida’s extravagant possessions, such as luxury cars, chandeliers, and flowerpots, have been seized for auction to settle a RM1 million debt.
Lastly, a Singaporean teen involved in an alleged kidnapping incident made her way to Malaysia on her own, according to police reports. Meanwhile, Chinese military forces are facing yet another corruption crackdown as China intensifies its efforts to tackle corruption within its armed forces.
Overall, these recent developments highlight a mix of tragic loss, financial struggles, legal issues, and international affairs that continue to shape the news landscape across Malaysia and Singapore.