News@9: Today's top headlines - May 16, 2025 [WATCH]
Here are today's biggest stories.
'One of many'
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said the 1MDB scandal involving jailed ex-PM Datuk Seri Najib Razak may be just one of many cases where billions were stolen by former leaders.
Fatal shootout
Two armed suspects were shot dead by federal police following a brief car chase that ended in a shootout at a condominium car park in Nilai.
Acquitted of cheating
Big Blue Taxi Services founder Datuk Shamsubahrin Ismail has been acquitted of a cheating charge involving a RM300,000 mall security contract.
'National Heroes'
The PM paid tribute to Malaysian educators, describing them as "true national heroes" whose contributions lay the foundation for the nation's future.
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