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Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, who is also Finance Minister, tables Budget 2027 in the Dewan Rakyat in Kuala Lumpur on October 9, 2026. — Bernama pic

What You Think / 8 h ago

RM510b Budget: Who really wins? — Tengku Zafrul Abdul Aziz

Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Federal Territories) Hannah Yeoh said programmes for older people should cater to their physical and social needs, including those who are bedridden, live alone or have lost their spouses, with activities tailored to their abilities and interests. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 5 h ago

Hannah Yeoh urges review of Budget 2027 allocation to improve care for older Malaysians in FT

Jordan’s King Abdullah II and Queen Rania Al Abdullah visit Aisha bint Abu Bakr Mixed Primary School in Aqaba, Jordan, to mark World Teachers’ Day, October 5, 2026. King Abdullah II of Jordan will undertake a two-day state visit to Malaysia from Sunday at the invitation of His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia. — Picture from X/Jordan Embassy in Washington D.C.

Malaysia / 6 h ago

Jordan’s King Abdullah II begins two-day state visit to Malaysia today

In a Facebook post today, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said the attack had claimed innocent lives and left hundreds injured, while extending his condolences to the victims’ families and wishing those hurt a swift recovery. — Picture from Facebook/Anwar Ibrahim

Malaysia / 5 h ago

Malaysia condemns attack on Riyadh’s King Khalid International Airport that killed civilians, injured hundreds

Police said earlier the tiger remained in the enclosure following the incident and that there was no wider risk to the public. All visitors had been evacuated. — Social media screenshot

World / 8 h ago

Police: Man dies after tiger attack at UK zoo

Shoppers visiting Langkawi and Labuan are set to benefit from a higher RM10,000 duty-free allowance, although the implementation date has yet to be announced. — AFP pic

Malaysia / 10 h ago

RM10,000 duty-free shopping coming to Langkawi and Labuan: What can you buy?

Earlier, an incident involving the rear axle of a Chery vehicle coming off in Tebrau, Johor Bahru, went viral on social media. — Social media pic

Malaysia / 3 h ago

JPJ suspends Chery Omoda 5 approval, new registrations after rear axle incident in Johor Bahru

This screen grab taken from video footage released by Ansarullah Media Centre on October 7, 2026 shows a fighter affiliated with the Houthi authorities firing his machine gun as they advance against Saudi-backed Yemeni government troops in Taiz Governorate, according to Houthi media. Saudi authorities said on October 7 three people were killed in attacks on two of the kingdom's international airports, including in the capital Riyadh, after Yemen's Houthis claimed to have fired on both transport hubs. The Iran-backed Houthi authorities have claimed a wave of attacks on Saudi civilian infrastructure in recent weeks, which came as Riyadh-backed forces pressed a counter-offensive against the group's territorial gains. — Ansarullah handout via AFP

World / 8 h ago

Riyadh airport attack kills at least 12, Saudi officials say

It was reported yesterday that the FT08 section along the Central Spine Road (LTU) project’s Packages 3B and 3C, near Kesedar Recreation Park here, had been closed to all vehicles following a sinkhole. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 6 h ago

Public Works Dept to install Bailey bridge after sinkhole closes Gua Musang-Kota Bharu road

According to a judgement from Oct 5, the applications made by Anthony Thomas Price were dismissed by District Judge Chiah Kok Khun who said he had “devised a deliberate scheme” to rent the home without intending to pay rent. — Google Street View pic

Singapore / 6 h ago

American tenant refuses to pay rent, sues elderly owners of Singapore Kembangan landed property who want house back

In a statement on Sunday, the Saudi General Authority of Civil Aviation said 12 people were killed and 309 injured in Saturday’s attack on the King Khalid International Airport. — Screengrab from social media

Malaysia / 6 h ago

No Malaysian casualties reported in Saudi Arabia’s King Khalid airport attack in Riyadh, says Wisma Putra

Port of Tanjung Pelepas (PTP) in Johor shrouded in haze in this file picture dated October 8, 2026. Fifteen areas nationwide recorded unhealthy air quality as of 9am today, with Pasir Gudang topping the list at an API reading of 180, followed by seven other affected areas in Johor. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 7 h ago

Haze: 15 areas in Malaysia record unhealthy air quality, Pasir Gudang records highest API reading at 180

Earlier, two videos showing police arresting the suspects behind a row of shops went viral on Threads. The videos also showed cables believed to have been targeted for theft. — Social media pics

Malaysia / 7 h ago

Police arrest two suspected cable thieves after car crashes into drain during chase in Ampang

Petaling Jaya District Police Chief ACP Shamsudin Mamat said that during the arrests, police also seized a machete and a saw believed to have been used in the incident. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 8 h ago

Cops arrest five men after video of alleged armed assault in Petaling Jaya goes viral

MACC Chief Commissioner Datuk Seri Abd Halim Aman said the directive to form the special team was issued immediately following recent calls and the resurfacing of the issue online. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 8 h ago

MACC sets up special team to re-examine RM350,000 corruption allegations against its senior officer

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Malaysia / 1 h ago

Haze: Malaysia still awaiting Indonesia’s response to firefighting aid offer, says DPM Zahid

Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi looks at communication equipment while visiting an exhibition booth at the Launch of National Preparedness Month 2026 at the Ipoh Convention Centre October 11, 2026. — Bernama pic

IPOH, Oct 11 — Malaysia is still awaiting a response from Indonesia on its offer to help put out forest and land fires in Sumatra and Kalimantan that have caused transboundary haze, Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said.He said that during a visit to Jakarta last month,...

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File picture of floods in Alor Gajah, Melaka on August 12, 2024. Nadma will prioritise the RM260 million allocated under Budget 2027 for establishing more Permanent Disaster Relief Centres (PPKBs) and procuring disaster preparedness assets and equipment, said Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 13 m ago

Budget 2027: Nadma to use RM260m allocation for disaster relief centres, equipment, says Zahid

Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi at the Launch of National Preparedness Month 2026 at the Ipoh Convention Centre October 11, 2026. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 43 m ago

Zahid: Disaster preparedness key to reducing property losses

Security guard R Benjamin conducts routine patrols around the grounds of SMK Seremban 2, which was temporarily closed due to haze affecting the state on October 9, 2026. Schools in three Perak districts and educational institutions across Negeri Sembilan will resume normal operations tomorrow, following reviews of air quality and prevailing conditions. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 47 m ago

Haze: Schools in Perak, Negeri Sembilan to reopen tomorrow

Defence Minister Datuk Seri Mohamed Khaled Nordin (right) cuts the stem of a freshly harvested ginger at the First KayTi Ginger Harvest Programme and JanaKomuniti launch at Telok Sengat Estate and Felda Air Tawar in Kota Tinggi October 11, 2026. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 1 h ago

Defence Ministry to use idle military land for food security, veteran welfare, says Khaled Nordin

The Social Security Organisation (Perkeso), in a statement today, said the initiative is expected to benefit more than 8.5 million Lindung 24 Jam contributors and 1.7 million Lindung Kendiri contributors. — Picture by Ahmad Zamzahuri

Malaysia / 8 m ago

Budget 2027: Socso offers up to RM150 tax relief for Lindung 24 Jam, Lindung Kendiri contributors

File picture of people applying for jobs at a career carnival Meru, Ipoh December 15, 2018. The Selangor government has expanded job opportunities for vulnerable groups through the Selangor JobCare Istimewa Career Carnival 2026, which offers 3,568 vacancies. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 26 m ago

Selangor career carnival offers 3,568 jobs for vulnerable groups

Negeri Sembilan Pakatan Harapan chairman Datuk Seri Aminuddin Harun said all parties must work harder to restore public confidence and demonstrate PH’s capabilities through its administrative performance and service to the community. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 30 m ago

Pakatan targets Tampin parliamentary seat comeback in next GE

The Ministry of Digital is intensifying efforts to strengthen the nation’s digital ecosystem, empower local tech talent and build a future-ready workforce under Budget 2027, as part of Malaysia’s broader ambition to become an AI Nation by 2030. — AFP pic

Malaysia / 1 h ago

Budget 2027: Digital Ministry targets 200,000 AI-skilled individuals in push for AI Nation by 2030

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The Health Ministry (MOH) said participating clinics and all polyclinics would provide children, the elderly, and lower- to middle-income Singaporeans with affordable care for haze-related conditions upon activation of the schemes. — Bernama pic

Singapore / 2 h ago

Singapore activates healthcare support measures as haze worsens

According to a judgement from Oct 5, the applications made by Anthony Thomas Price were dismissed by District Judge Chiah Kok Khun who said he had “devised a deliberate scheme” to rent the home without intending to pay rent. — Google Street View pic

Singapore / 6 h ago

American tenant refuses to pay rent, sues elderly owners of Singapore Kembangan landed property who want house back

Marina Bay Sands is seen from the Singapore Flyer before the start of the sprint race ahead of the Formula One Singapore Grand Prix at the Marina Bay Street Circuit in Singapore October 10, 2026. — AFP pic

Singapore / 21 h ago

Afternoon showers bring brief haze relief to Singapore, but air quality remains unhealthy

Singapore Minister for Education Desmond Lee, in a Facebook post, assured parents that lessons and national examinations will continue in enclosed venues with air purifiers, and that schools are ready to step up measures if needed. — Picture via Facebook/Desmond Lee

Singapore / 23 h ago

Singapore haze: Education Ministry may close schools if PSI rises above 300

The 16-year-old, who goes by Queue, visited the Merlion Park with his grandfather. — Instagram pic via AsiaOne

Singapore / 5 h ago

Thai teen brings grandfather to Singapore, travels 2,000km by train and bus, stays in JB to save costs

A tourist had his bag stolen at Gardens by the Bay. — Screengrab/Xiaohongshu/Lao Hei Livefree via AsiaOne

Singapore / 5 h ago

Chinese tourist chases down man who allegedly stole his Louis Vuitton bag at Gardens by the Bay

The overturned lorry lying on its left side on the slip road for vehicles to U-turn onto Bukit Timah Road. — Social media pic via AsiaOne

Singapore / 1d ago

Singapore cops arrest driver after lorry overturns and crashes into height limit sign in Bukit Timah

A woman was taken to hospital after reportedly falling from an HDB block in Sengkang on Thursday. — Picture via Facebook/Diana Valeria

Singapore / 1d ago

Woman believed to be domestic helper hospitalised after alleged fall while cleaning windows in Singapore

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This screen grab taken from video footage released by Ansarullah Media Centre on October 10, 2026 shows what they say is fire burning in the distance following a drone strike against Saudi-backed Yemeni government forces. The Iranian-backed Houthis, at war against the internationally-recognised government, launched a lightning offensive in September 2026, that has killed hundreds of combatants on both sides and, according to UN figures, forced more than 145,000 people to flee their homes. — Ansarullah Media via AFP pic

World / 3 m ago

Houthis issue new threat to Saudi airspace after deadly airport attack

A general view shows a road blocked by authorities amid ongoing protests demanding the resignation of India's Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar over alleged voter roll irregularities linked to the

World / 2 h ago

Indian court releases ‘cockroach’ movement leaders from detention

Firefighters clean blood from outside the home at 722 Perry Street where 9 members of a family were killed in an apparent domestic dispute on October 10, 2026 in Erie, Pennsylvania. The incident occurred late on Friday and investigators determined that all deaths occurred before officers arrived at the scene, a statement from the city of Erie said on Saturday. — Getty Images via AFP pic

World / 7 h ago

US gunman kills eight, including seven relatives

Students and supporters of Brazil's President and presidential candidate Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva take part in a demonstration against the far right in Sao Paulo, Brazil, on October 8, 2026. — AFP pic

World / 8 h ago

Brazil’s Lula accuses Meta of election interference

This screengrab from a handout video taken on September 26, 2026 by Borneo Orangutan Survival Foundation (BOSF) obtained by AFPTV and released on October 8 shows an aerial view of a female orangutan nicknamed Novita resting in a tree amid smoke from forest and land fires in Katune, Banturung village, Bukit Batu district, Central Kalimantan. Novita is among dozens of orangutans that have been rescued from wildfires burning across parts of Sumatra and Borneo in recent months. The fires have piled pressure on the already endangered species and forced local groups to carry out high-stakes rescues of animals suffering smoke inhalation and burns. — Borneo Orangutan Survival Foundation via AFP pic

World / 2 h ago

Indonesia releases eight orangutans rescued from fires to protected forest

US President Donald Trump said on Saturday that his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin would like to reach a deal on the war with Ukraine, accusing leader Volodymyr Zelensky of resisting a compromise. — AFP pic

World / 2 h ago

Trump says Putin ‘would like to see a settlement’ in Ukraine war

The Ipsos BVA-Cesi survey found that just 15 per cent of respondents held a favourable view of Macron, down one point from a month earlier and the lowest score of his presidency. — AFP pic

World / 8 h ago

Poll shows Macron’s popularity at lowest point since taking office

Police said earlier the tiger remained in the enclosure following the incident and that there was no wider risk to the public. All visitors had been evacuated. — Social media screenshot

World / 8 h ago

Police: Man dies after tiger attack at UK zoo

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Firefly has cancelled all scheduled flights between Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport in Subang and Seletar Airport in Singapore from Oct 10 to 12 as a precautionary safety measure due to weather and haze conditions. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin

Money / 52 m ago

Firefly scraps Subang-Seletar flights amid haze, weather concerns

Shapes Unlimited CEO Doug Rende walks through a warehouse storing aluminum profiles used in building products such as fences, in North Jackson, Ohio, on September 30 2026. Since returning to the presidency in January 2025, Trump has wielded executive powers to swiftly slap tariffs on various products and countries. Besides aluminum, his tariffs hit steel and autos too, while US trading partners face country-specific duties. While some American manufacturers have benefited as their foreign competitors encounter higher barriers, others struggle with ballooning costs and persistent uncertainty. — AFP pic

Money / 6 h ago

Trump’s trade wars sting US manufacturers ahead of midterms

Samenta has welcomed Budget 2027 as an ‘SME Budget’, citing RM57 billion in financing and guarantees, a corporate tax reduction and minimum wage exemptions for qualifying businesses. — Picture by Yusof Isa

Money / 23 h ago

‘SME Budget’: Samenta hails RM57b financing boost, tax cuts and minimum wage relief

This photo taken on April 18, 2024 shows BYD electric cars for export waiting to be loaded onto a ship at a port in Yantai, in eastern China’s Shandong province. — AFP pic

Money / 1d ago

China, EU reach understanding on hybrid vehicle exports, avoid escalation after trade talks

The ringgit is expected to strengthen to between RM4.07 and RM4.08 against the US dollar next week as investors assess the economic implications of Budget 2027. — Picture By Choo Choy May

Money / 10 h ago

Budget 2027 gives ringgit fresh momentum, with RM4.07 in sight

Bursa Malaysia is expected to trade between 1,600 and 1,630 points next week, supported by selective bargain hunting in blue-chip stocks despite continued global uncertainties. — Picture by Razak Ghazali. — File picture by Ahmad Zamzahuri

Money / 10 h ago

Bursa Malaysia eyes cautious rebound next week as bargain hunters circle blue chips

Malaysia’s manufacturing sales rose 9.9 per cent year-on-year to RM185 billion in August 2026, driven by strong growth in electrical and electronic equipment, according to the Department of Statistics Malaysia. — AFP pic

Money / 2d ago

DOSM: Malaysia’s manufacturing sales jump 9.9pc to RM185b in August, powered by electronics

People walk outside the KLCC Twin Towers in Kuala Lumpur on January 1, 2023. — Picture by Hari Anggara

Money / 2d ago

Malaysia’s August 2026 unemployment rate hits new low of 2.9pc

Sports

Real Madrid's Brazilian forward #07 Vinicius Junior runs for the ball during the Spanish league football match between Real Madrid CF and Villarreal CF at the Santiago Bernabeu Stadium in Madrid on October 10, 2026. — AFP pic

Sports / 7 h ago

Barca extend perfect streak, Real Madrid survive Vinicius red

Aprilia Racing Italian rider Marco Bezzecchi celebrates on the podium after winning the MotoGP Indonesian Grand Prix at the Mandalika International Circuit in Mandalika on October 11, 2026. — AFP pic

Sports / 38 m ago

Bezzecchi triumphs in Indonesia, but Martin returns to top of MotoGP standings

Carrick’s men were booed off at half-time and at the end of the match after a Tottenham side that began the day bottom of the table dominated for large spells. — AFP pic

Sports / 8 h ago

Carrick demands tougher Man Utd response after Spurs loss

PSG's Georgian forward #07 Khvicha Kvaratskhelia (left) shoots towards goal during the French L1 football match between Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) and Le Mans FC at the Parc des Princes stadium in Paris on October 10, 2026. — AFP pic

Sports / 8 h ago

PSG secure comfortable Ligue 1 victory ahead of Manchester City showdown

Mercedes’ British driver George Russell steers his car during the sprint qualifying session ahead of the Formula One Singapore Grand Prix at the Marina Bay Street Circuit in Singapore October 9, 2026. — AFP pic

Sports / 1d ago

Mercedes’ Russell goes fastest in practice for smoggy Singapore GP

Liverpool’s Alexander Isak celebrates scoring his second goal against Ipswich Town during their English Premier League football match at Portman Road in Ipswich September 4, 2026. Manchester City will face the full fury of Anfield tomorrow when the Premier League leaders confront old rivals Liverpool in their first game since being found guilty of breaking financial rules. — AFP pic

Sports / 1d ago

Man City guilty verdict reignites Liverpool rivalry ahead of Anfield clash

An aerial view shows The Etihad Stadium, the home ground of Manchester City football club, in Manchester September 30, 2026. The area’s transformation reflects the growing influence of Manchester City and its owner, Abu Dhabi United Group, controlled by Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed al-Nahyan, a member of the United Arab Emirates royal family. — AFP pic

Sports / 1d ago

More than just football: How scandal-tainted City led Manchester’s rebirth

The Friedkin Group has opened the door to new investment or a possible sale of Everton after acquiring the club in December 2024. — AFP pic

Sports / 2d ago

Who wants Everton? Friedkins invite interest in potential controlling-stake sale