5 Dead After Boat Sinks off Malaysia Coast

Malaysian officials say at least five people are dead and 32 missing after an overcrowded, wooden boat sank off the western coast of Malaysia. The Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency says about 60 people have been rescued or swam to shore after the boat sank early Wednesday in the Strait of Malacca. Nine boats and a helicopter are taking part in the rescue operation. It is not known why the boat sank, but officials have said the vessel did not appear to be seaworthy and...

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