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FashionValet Sdn Bhd founder Datin Vivy Yusof and her husband, Datuk Fadzarudin Shah Anuar, arrive at the Kuala Lumpur Sessions Court January 22, 2025. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 8 h ago

Vivy Yusof and husband Fadzarudin claim trial to alternative charges of misappropriating RM8m Khazanah, PNB funds

Long waiting times are the norm at public hospitals such as Kuala Lumpur General Hospital. Rakan KKM aims to elevate the public healthcare system by offering premium economy options. — Picture by Shafwan Zaidon

Malaysia / 12 h ago

Rakan KKM: Your ticket to quality care without the hefty private hospital price tag

In a statement today, Kajang OCPD Asst Comm Naazron Abdul Yusof confirmed the incident occurred at 12.34pm, with the victim falling to his death. — Picture by Raymond Manuel

Malaysia / 9 h ago

Mystery surrounds Kajang death after pistol, bullets found in 19-year-old victim’s car

File photo of jailed former prime minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak at the Kuala Lumpur High Court Complex November 27, 2024. — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa

Malaysia / 5 h ago

Najib: I had ‘gargantuan’ tasks as PM every day, the entire country is much bigger than 1MDB

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio warned jointly with Japan, India and Australia against coercive actions in Asia, in a veiled but clear warning to China over its actions at sea. — Pic by AFP

World / 9 h ago

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio warns China with Asian partners on first full day in office

A parking complex in Kuala Lumpur, January 15, 2025. With rates that can quickly add up, many are left wondering why parking in KL is so expensive and whether there are viable alternatives. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin

Malaysia / 12 h ago

KL parking rates: How much you’ll really pay and why public transport makes sense

Holding up the queue at the toll gate is now a thing of the past with TNG eWallet’s new ‘SOS Balance’ feature. — Photo by Hari Anggara

Malaysia / 8 h ago

Never get stuck at toll lanes again with TNG eWallet’s new ‘SOS Balance’ feature

The Honda City bearing the car plate that failed to meet JPJ’s required specifications. — Picture via Facebook

Malaysia / 2 h ago

Personalised car plate leads to fine for woman in Kedah

File photo of jailed former prime minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak at the Kuala Lumpur Court Complex December 6, 2024. — Picture by Firdaus Latif

Malaysia / 3 h ago

Najib: I didn’t ask MACC chief to do me favour on 1MDB probe; AGC official was just briefing me

US President Donald Trump pledged yesterday to hit the European Union with tariffs, adding that a 10 per cent duty on Chinese imports could also come as soon as February 1. — Reuters pic

Money / 9 h ago

‘They treat us very, very badly’: Trump pledges EU tariffs, threatens 10pc duty on China imports by Feb 1

People hang out at The Bund as the financial district of Pudong is seen in the background in Shanghai, China, January 16, 2025. — Reuters pic

World / 12 h ago

Frugal generation: China’s young adults double down on saving, igniting economic concerns

Trump said yesterday he would be open to tech billionaire Elon Musk buying Chinese-owned app TikTok. — Pic by AFP

World / 9 h ago

Trump says would be open to Musk buying TikTok

This handout photograph taken on an undisclosed date and released on January 20, 2025, by the French customs shows a French customs officer holding packs of illegally imported honey touted as an all-natural sexual enhancement in an undisclosed area. — AFP pic

Malaysia / 7 h ago

Buzzkill: France cracks down on ‘aphrodisiac honey’ with a side of ED drugs from Malaysia

We’ve all heard of coworking spaces, where people rent desk space by the hour or by the day. In China, there are now offices catering to unemployed people. — Pexels.com pic

World / 12 h ago

Rent-a-desk deception: China’s unemployed pay to keep up work appearances

Toss to good fortune at the “Jom Celebrate Reunion Dinner, Chinatown KL 2025” with Westlake Restaurant’s Golden Pear Yu Sheng. — Picture by Lee Khang Yi

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This Chinese New Year, a chance to feast on some iconic Chinatown KL flavours!

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Despite US pullout, PM Anwar says Malaysia still all-in on Paris Agreement

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim (right) attends a forum in Davos, Switzerland, on Jan 22, 2025. — Bernama pic

DAVOS, Jan 22 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim reiterated Malaysia’s commitment to the Paris Agreement, highlighting the country’s willingness to take bold and tough measures to value humanity and preserve sustainability.He said Malaysia, as a multiracial country, has not only demonstrated unity at home but also on regional...

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An illustrative file photograph shows a gavel being used on a bench. — Reuters pic

Malaysia / 1 h ago

Three charged over slaying of woman outside Skudai temple

Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil (centre) is one of the panellists at a forum session titled

Malaysia / 1 h ago

Fahmi: No plans for online age restrictions, focus on balancing access and safety

Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil fields media questions during a press conference at the International Asia Security Summit and Expo 2025 in Putrajaya Janaury 22, 2025. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin

Malaysia / 5 h ago

Fahmi highlights porn, gambling as early dangers for Orang Asli with new internet access

Chairman of the Independent Inquiry, Tan Sri Borhan Dolah, speaks during a press conference in Putrajaya January 22, 2025, which was held to announce the findings of its investigation into the death of pathologist Dr Tay Tien Yaa. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 5 h ago

Independent inquiry clears bullying, workplace pressure claims in death of pathologist in Lahad Datu

In a statement, State Tourism and Creative Economy Committee chairman Wong Hon Wai said the state recorded 11,127 Indian tourist arrivals in 2024 from 7,348 in 2023. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 5 h ago

Penang International Airport records 51.43pc higher tourist arrivals from India in 2024, says state tourism chair

Of this total, 2.2 million vehicles are anticipated to use the North-South Highway, 198,000 on the KL-Karak Highway, 82,000 on East Coast Highway Phase 1, 48,000 on East Coast Highway Phase 2, and 120,000 on the West Coast Expressway (WCE). — Picture by Choo Choy May

Malaysia / 5 h ago

Brace yourself: 2.6 million vehicles expected to hit Malaysia’s highways this CNY

Red paint is seen outside the KK Mart outlet at Kompleks Perdana Siswa (KPS) in Universiti Malaya (UM). — Picture courtesy of Umany

Malaysia / 4 h ago

UM says working with authorities over paint attack at KK Mart following ‘ham’ sandwich row

FashionValet Sdn Bhd founder Datin Vivy Yusof and her husband, Datuk Fadzarudin Shah Anuar, arrive at the Kuala Lumpur Sessions Court January 22, 2025. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 8 h ago

Vivy Yusof and husband Fadzarudin claim trial to alternative charges of misappropriating RM8m Khazanah, PNB funds

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This case could be the first marital rape trial in Singapore following the repeal of immunity for husbands effective from January 1, 2020. — Unsplash pic

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In the clip made by generative artificial intelligence posted to the government’s Facebook page, a likeness of Paetongtarn Shinawatra appears speaking in fluent Mandarin, a language she does not speak in real life. — Screengrab from Facebook/PR Thai Government

World / 28 m ago

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This handout photograph on January 21, 2025, shows an aerial view of a fire on the fourth floor of the 11-storey hotel in Bolu’s Kartalkaya ski resort. — DHA (Demiroren News Agency) handout pic via AFP

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World / 4 h ago

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At 6pm, the ringgit gained to 4.4340/4400 versus the greenback from Tuesday’s closing of 4.4730/4780. — Reuters pic

Money / 23 m ago

Ringgit closes higher against US dollar as Malaysia’s inflation eases to 1.7pc in December

At 5pm, the FBM KLCI rose 7.34 points, or 0.46 per cent, to 1,587.80, anchored mainly by the plantation and financial sectors. — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa

Money / 40 m ago

FBM KLCI rises for fourth day as Wall Street gains, OPR held steady at 3pc

While financial markets could experience bouts of volatility due to global policy uncertainties, BNM said Malaysia’s favourable economic prospects and domestic structural reforms, complemented by ongoing initiatives to encourage flows, would continue to provide enduring support to the ringgit. — Picture by Hari Anggara

Money / 3 h ago

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Software investment giant SoftBank soared more than 10 per cent — leading Tokyo-listed chipmakers higher — after the American president said it was included in a new US$500-billion venture to build infrastructure for artificial intelligence in the United States. — AFP pic

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Basmati rice exports from India in 2024 surged 16.3 per cent to a record 5.7 million tons — Picture by Raymond Manuel

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At 8am, the ringgit stood at 4.4660/4785 against the US dollar compared to yesterday’s closing rate of 4.4730/4780. — Reuters pic

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Poland’s Iga Swiatek celebrates winning her quarter final match against Emma Navarro of the US at Melbourne Park, January 22, 2025. — Reuters pic

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Yeoh said failure to comply with these requirements would prevent NSAs from using imported players to strengthen their teams. — Bernama pic

Sports / 4 h ago

Naturalised players in Malaysian sports must follow Home Ministry rules, says Hannah Yeoh

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MUNICH, Jan 22 — Bayern Munich yesterday announced the signing of Germany youth international Bayern Munich has signed Tom Bischof on a free transfer from Hoffenheim. — Pic from Instagram/tom.bischof10

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Monaco’s players celebrate after winning the UEFA Champions League match against Aston Villa at the Louis II Stadium. — Pic by AFP

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