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Free Malaysia Today
2 hours ago
- Free Malaysia Today
Woman badly injured after falling from 7th floor apartment
Firefighters attending to the woman, who suffered a fractured right thigh and multiple lacerations. (JBPM Facebook pics) IPOH : A woman was seriously injured after falling from the seventh-floor rear balcony of an apartment unit at the Kinta Riverfront Service Suite in Kampung Jawa here this afternoon. Perak fire and rescue department operations division assistant director Sabarodzi Nor Ahmad said an emergency call was received at about 12.20pm, and eight firefighters were dispatched to the scene. The team found that a 20-year-old woman had fallen from the air conditioner compressor area of the rear balcony on the seventh floor to a ledge on the second floor, Bernama quoted him as saying in a statement. He said she suffered a fractured right thigh and multiple lacerations.
Malay Mail
4 hours ago
- Malay Mail
Blackout, then blaze: What led up to the fatal fire that claimed the life of Hamzah Zainudin's mother-in-law in Ipoh home
IPOH, June 20 — The home of Larut MP Datuk Seri Hamzah Zainudin's in-laws in Kampung Sungai Rapat Tambahan here reportedly experienced a power outage before it caught fire last night. The blaze claimed the life of Hamzah's mother-in-law, Datin Salmiah Nyak Matt, 84, while her husband, Datuk Abdul Ghani Ngah, 83, suffered from breathing difficulties. Their son, Ahmad Ikhwan, 57, said his youngest sibling, who lives at the house, told him the incident occurred at about 9.15pm. 'My brother went out to check on the neighbours, thinking there was a blackout in the whole area, but there wasn't. 'Then he saw thick smoke coming out of mum's room. He rushed back in and saw the room was already filled with smoke,' he told reporters here today. Ahmad Ikhwan said his father is currently receiving treatment at Raja Permaisuri Bainun Hospital (HRPB) here. He added that his mother's remains will be buried at the Kampung Rapat Jaya Muslim cemetery after funeral prayers at Masjid Jamek Kampung Melayu Sungai Rapat today. Meanwhile, Hamzah was seen arriving at the HRPB Forensics Department with his wife, Datin Seri Norashikin Abdul Ghani, before accompanying the hearse to the mosque. Earlier, Ipoh police chief ACP Abang Zainal Abidin Abang Ahmad said the police received an emergency call at 9.19pm and confirmed that the fire involved a two-storey house. The incident involved six individuals, four of whom, aged between 18 and 49, escaped unharmed. — Bernama
Malay Mail
4 hours ago
- Malay Mail
Family member says blackout struck Hamzah Zainudin's in-laws' home moments before fatal fire
IPOH, June 20 — The home of Larut MP Datuk Seri Hamzah Zainudin's in-laws in Kampung Sungai Rapat Tambahan here reportedly experienced a power outage before it caught fire last night. The blaze claimed the life of Hamzah's mother-in-law, Datin Salmiah Nyak Matt, 84, while her husband, Datuk Abdul Ghani Ngah, 83, suffered from breathing difficulties. Their son, Ahmad Ikhwan, 57, said his youngest sibling, who lives at the house, told him the incident occurred at about 9.15pm. 'My brother went out to check on the neighbours, thinking there was a blackout in the whole area, but there wasn't. 'Then he saw thick smoke coming out of mum's room. He rushed back in and saw the room was already filled with smoke,' he told reporters here today. Ahmad Ikhwan said his father is currently receiving treatment at Raja Permaisuri Bainun Hospital (HRPB) here. He added that his mother's remains will be buried at the Kampung Rapat Jaya Muslim cemetery after funeral prayers at Masjid Jamek Kampung Melayu Sungai Rapat today. Meanwhile, Hamzah was seen arriving at the HRPB Forensics Department with his wife, Datin Seri Norashikin Abdul Ghani, before accompanying the hearse to the mosque. Earlier, Ipoh police chief ACP Abang Zainal Abidin Abang Ahmad said the police received an emergency call at 9.19pm and confirmed that the fire involved a two-storey house. The incident involved six individuals, four of whom, aged between 18 and 49, escaped unharmed. — Bernama
Malay Mail
8 hours ago
- Business
- Malay Mail
UTP climbs 18 spots in QS 2026 rankings, hailed as Malaysia's top private varsity for tech and innovation
IPOH, June 20 — Universiti Teknologi Petronas (UTP) achieved its highest position in the QS World University Rankings 2026, rising 18 places to secure the 251st spot among 8,467 institutions evaluated globally. In a statement today, the university said it recorded gains across all indicators, with notable progress in Academic Reputation, Employer Reputation, Citations per Faculty, and Sustainability. 'They also underscore the university's deep focus on industry-relevant research and talent development, cornerstones of its long-term roadmap. 'UTP's close collaboration with Petronas and other industry partners continues to foster a dynamic ecosystem that bridges academic excellence with real-world application,' the statement read. UTP president Ir Mohamed Firouz Asnan, as quoted in the statement, said the milestone affirms UTP's reputation among the world's top institutions and, more significantly, positions UTP as Malaysia's number one private university. He said UTP's continued ascent reflects its strategic vision to be at the forefront of technology education and research, enabling a better future for all. 'This achievement is a testament to the tireless efforts of our faculty, staff, and students, along with the strength of our partnerships with industry and academic institutions worldwide. It demonstrates our deep-rooted commitment to quality education, innovation, and global engagement. 'As we chart the next phase of UTP's journey, this global recognition strengthens our resolve to become not only Malaysia's leading university, but also a world-class, hyper-focused, cutting-edge engineering institution anchored in societal impact, sustainability, and industry-driven innovation,' he said. According to Mohamed Firouz, the recognition comes at a pivotal moment for UTP as the university embarks on a transformation programme that introduces a new approach in educating its students as well as realigning its research focus to address the grand challenges faced by society. 'These rankings show how far we've come in delivering value beyond campus. Above all, this reflects our identity as an institution that develops breakthrough solutions across the broader ecosystem, driving transformation in industries and societies and shaping a better future,' he added. — Bernama
Malay Mail
9 hours ago
- Malay Mail
Larut MP Hamzah Zainudin's mother-in-law dies in Ipoh house fire, husband hospitalised while four others rescued
IPOH, June 20 — The mother-in-law of Larut MP Datuk Seri Hamzah Zainudin, died in a fire that broke out at a two-storey house on Jalan Raja Abdullah, Kampung Sungai Rapat Tambahan here last night. Bernama reported Perak Fire and Rescue Department (JBPM) director Sayani Saidon confirming the incident, stating that the deceased has been identified as 84-year-old Salmiah Nyak Matt. Her husband, Abdul Ghani Ngah, is currently receiving treatment at Raja Permaisuri Bainun Hospital (HRPB). 'The deceased is the mother-in-law (of Hamzah),' she said briefly via WhatsApp. Sayani added that four other individuals were involved in the incident — three men and one woman. 'One of the victims, an 83-year-old elderly man who was in an upstairs room, suffered breathing difficulties and was taken to hospital by the Emergency Medical Rescue Services (EMRS),' she said. She added that the operation concluded at 2.02am. Meanwhile, Ipoh District Police Chief ACP Abang Zainal Abidin Abang Ahmad said authorities received an emergency call about the fire at 9.19pm. Preliminary investigations conducted with the Fire Department's forensic unit confirmed that the blaze involved a two-storey house occupied by a family of six. 'Four other family members, aged between 18 and 49, were rescued and did not sustain any injuries,' he said. Abang Zainal Abidin added that further investigations are ongoing to determine the cause of the fire, and the case has been classified as sudden death (SDR). He also urged members of the public with any information to contact the Ipoh District Control Centre (DCC) at 05-2542222.
