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Fuel, tolls and healthcare remain subsidised in 2026, though support is now more tightly targeted at those who need it most. — Picture by Hari Anggara

Malaysia / 19 h ago

RON95 at RM1.99, tolls frozen: Where subsidies still cushion Malaysians

Staff at an Oriental Kopi outlet in Johor stopped a snatch theft attempt yesterday after a man grabbed a customer’s bag and tried to flee. — Picture via Instagram/orientalkopi.asia

Malaysia / 8 h ago

Oriental Kopi says staff stop snatch thief at Aeon Bukit Indah outlet in JB (VIDEO)

KLIA police chief ACP M Ravi said the man, who was on transit to Hat Yai, pleaded guilty to charges under the Penal Code and Minor Offences Act. — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa

Malaysia / 12 h ago

Man charged after missed flight meltdown at KLIA T2 injures guard, damages property

Bukit Aman Traffic Investigation and Enforcement Department director Datuk Seri Muhammed Hasbullah Ali said all state contingents have been directed to step up anti-drunk driving efforts. — Picture by Raymond Manuel

Malaysia / 17 h ago

Bukit Aman: Police step up crackdown on drunk driving, prioritise weekend operations

At the Ningbo Olympic Sports Centre, women’s doubles second seeds Pearly Tan-M. Thinaah were defeated by China’s world number nine pair Li Yi Jing-Luo Xu Min in straight games, 21-13, 21-15. — AFP pic

Sports / 16 h ago

All Malaysian doubles pairs crash out in Badminton Asia Championships quarter-finals

Investigations are ongoing as police track down two more individuals linked to the case. — Screengrab from Facebook video

Malaysia / 12 h ago

Bera cops: Four more held over Triang kopitiam slashing, two to be charged

The Klang Valley is expected to be the most affected area, with the disruption potentially spreading to other states in Peninsular Malaysia. — The Borneo Post pic

Malaysia / 14 h ago

Tow truck services expected to face three-day disruption as operators plan diesel subsidy strike

Brickfields district police chief ACP Hoo Chang Hook said the 20-year-old suspect was arrested after police received a report on the incident at 9.22pm last Thursday. — Picture by Ahmad Zamzahuri

Malaysia / 14 h ago

Chinese national remanded over alleged sexual harassment near Kuchai Lama MRT station

Vendors arrange retro-themed items for sale at Pasar Pagi at Angsana Johor Bahru Mall. — Picture by Meezam Azmi

Life / 19 h ago

Pasar Pagi: JB’s vintage flea market turns Saturday mornings into a scene

MACC investigators have uncovered suspected abuse of power, bribery and money laundering involving a former statutory body CEO over share sales linked to public funds, with over US$51.3 million allegedly moved abroad. — Picture by Choo Choy May

Malaysia / 5 h ago

MACC tracks RM203m foreign fund flows linked to ex-CEO in share sale scandal

Tourism, Arts and Culture Minister Tiong King Sing said Nok Air is set to launch a direct flight service between Bangkok and Kuala Lumpur in July, marking a strategic move to strengthen regional aviation connectivity. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin

Malaysia / 7 h ago

Nok Air’s Bangkok–KL direct route to boost Malaysia–Thailand connectivity from July, says tourism minister

The suspect escaped while being transported into Sungai Buloh Prison on Friday, prompting a police manhunt. — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa

Malaysia / 17 h ago

Police warn public not to aid escapee from Sungai Buloh Prison

Armed Forces corporal Sukry Tasu is brought to the Magistrates’ Court in Bentong April 6, 2026. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 10 h ago

Police reclassify Bentong army camp assault case as murder after victim dies

Rescue personnel assist injured passengers at the KLCC LRT station following a train collision in Kuala Lumpur May 24, 2021. — Picture by Firdaus Latif

Malaysia / 8 h ago

Land Public Transport Agency upholds RM100,000 fine against Rapid Rail over 2021 KLCC LRT collision

The viral ‘Japanese cheesecake’. — Picture by CK Lim

Eat-drink / 17 h ago

No oven, no fuss: Make this viral ‘Japanese cheesecake’ with just two ingredients

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Malaysia / 5 h ago

MACC tracks RM203m foreign fund flows linked to ex-CEO in share sale scandal

MACC investigators have uncovered suspected abuse of power, bribery and money laundering involving a former statutory body CEO over share sales linked to public funds, with over US$51.3 million allegedly moved abroad. — Picture by Choo Choy May

KUALA LUMPUR, April 11 — Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) investigators have allegedly found indications of an alleged abuse-of-power scheme involving a former chief executive officer (CEO) of a government statutory body over share sales involving public funds.A MACC source said the individual is believed to have determined the terms and...

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Indonesian Consul General in Kuching Dr Abdullah Zulkifli said stronger and more coordinated efforts between Sarawak and Indonesia are needed to advance the development of border regions. — The Borneo Post pic

Malaysia / 5 h ago

Consul general urges enhanced Sarawak–Indonesia coordination to address border development challenges

Private Muhammad Amirul Raziq, who died after an alleged assault at a military camp in Bentong. — Social media pic

Malaysia / 9 h ago

Final rites in Gemas for soldier who died after alleged corporal assault at Bentong military camp

Armed Forces corporal Sukry Tasu is brought to the Magistrates’ Court in Bentong April 6, 2026. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 10 h ago

Police reclassify Bentong army camp assault case as murder after victim dies

Defence Minister Datuk Seri Mohamed Khaled Nordin said he was deeply saddened by the soldier’s passing and extended condolences to the family. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 10 h ago

Defence minister says no tolerance for misconduct after soldier dies from Bentong incident injuries

File photo of a dog receiving its rabies vaccination. — The Borneo Post pic

Malaysia / 5 h ago

Free rabies vaccination campaign underway across Kuching this month, says SSPCA

Lim Guan Eng today said five emergency measures had been submitted to Anwar Ibrahim to help Malaysia’s MSMEs weather the global economic crisis. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 8 h ago

Lim Guan Eng: Business loan moratorium, RM5b aid for MSMEs among five emergency measures submitted to Anwar at Pakatan meeting

Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Minister Datuk Armizan Mohd Ali said the move aims to curb fuel supply leakage and smuggling at high-risk locations. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 10 h ago

Cabinet approves police presence at petrol stations to curb fuel leakage, says Armizan

Picture for illustration purposes only. The Department of Environment had booked 30 vehicles for various environmental offences in an operation, Ops Gerak, held in conjunction with Enforcement Day 2026 in Kelantan. — Picture by Shafwan Zaidon

Malaysia / 7 h ago

Kelantan DOE books 30 vehicles for environmental offences during Ops Gerak

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Singapore authorities have reminded organisers of an event at Hong Lim Park Speakers’ Corner on April 11, 2026 to avoid any flags, symbols or discussions linked to the Israel–Palestine conflict. — Unsplash pics

Singapore / 12 h ago

No Gaza or Israel displays allowed at Speakers’ Corner event today, Singapore authorities remind organisers

A YouTube screengrab from Mediacorp’s Chinese-language drama ‘Highway To Somewhere’, which has sparked debate in Malaysia over its scam-related storyline set in the country.

Singapore / 12 h ago

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Singapore Opposition politician Lim Tean disputes a bankruptcy notice and accuses news outlets CNA and Mothership of defamatory reporting. — Picture from Facebook/Lim Tean

Singapore / 13 h ago

Singapore politician Lim Tean says he is not bankrupt, vows legal action over CNA, Mothership reports

Australia’s Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Singapore’s Prime Minister Lawrence Wong shake hands during a joint press conference at the Istana, in Singapore April 10, 2026. SPH/LianHe Zaobao/Chia Ti Yan handout pic via Reuters

Singapore / 1d ago

Singapore, Australia deepen energy ties as fuel security concerns mount

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Singapore / 1d ago

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The 39-year-old, who turns 40 in June, has built a career spanning multiple continents, featuring spells in Japan, Europe, South America, Central Asia and Oceania. — Picture from Facebook/Keisuke Honda

Singapore / 1d ago

Former Japan international Keisuke Honda to make Singapore Premier League switch with FC Jurong move

In a statement on Thursday, Singapore’s Ministry of Defence (Mindef) said the commitment was highlighted during a meeting between Minister for Defence Chan Chun Sing and Malaysian Chief of Defence Force General Datuk Malek Razak Sulaiman. — Pictures by Unsplash/Yusof Mat Isa

Singapore / 1d ago

Singapore, Malaysia reaffirm defence ties, stress regional stability cooperation

Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong said that while Singapore has been addressing the impact of ongoing conflicts in West Asia, particularly on energy security, the republic must remain vigilant across multiple fronts, including food resilience and critical supply chains. — Reuters pic

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A waiter removes a table as they prepare to close their roadside cafe in downtown Cairo on April 2, 2026. Egypt has ordered shops, restaurants and shopping malls to close from 9pm from April 3, hoping to curb energy bills that have more than doubled because of the Iran war. — AFP pic

World / 5 h ago

‘It’s very difficult to live’: Iran war leaves crisis‑scarred countries counting the costs

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s government has paused legislation for its deal to transfer sovereignty of the Chagos Islands to Mauritius while seeking formal approval from Washington. — Reuters pic

World / 6 h ago

UK pauses plan to return Chagos Islands to Mauritius after Trump opposition

Passengers wait to board a bus as they return to their hometowns from Mo Chit 2 terminal in Bangkok on April 10, 2026 ahead of Thai New Year or Songkran celebrations. — AFP pic

World / 7 h ago

Thailand raises welfare payments for needy as Middle East war hits economy

Smoke rises following an airstrike in Lebanon, as seen from Israeli side of the border, April 11, 2026. — Reuters

World / 8 h ago

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This file photo shows US Supreme Court Associate Justices Samuel Alito (L) and Clarence Thomas waiting for their opportunity to leave the stage at the conclusion of the inauguration ceremonies in the Rotunda of the US Capitol on January 20, 2025 in Washington, DC. — Reuters pic

World / 5 h ago

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People walk behind a digital screen displaying news of US-Iran peace talks along a road in Islamabad on April 10. — AFP pic

World / 16 h ago

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Altman and OpenAI have become targets for people protesting AI as a threat to humans. — Reuters pic

World / 16 h ago

OpenAI chief Sam Altman’s residence hit by Molotov cocktail in early morning attack

Donald Trump’s administration has embraced the promotion of hard-right forces in Europe—casting migration and “woke” values as a “civilisational” threat to the continent. — AFP pic

World / 16 h ago

Trump backs Orban in Hungary election, vows US economic support if nationalist leader wins

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Entrepreneur Development and Cooperatives Minister Steven Sim Chee Keong (centre) officiates the Heartrade Expo X Dewi Preview Session at a hotel in Bukit Mertajam April 11, 2026. — Bernama pic

Money / 6 h ago

Entrepreneur Ministry disburses RM906m to 106,100 women under new Dewi scheme

The ringgit is expected to maintain its upward trajectory next week and could breach the 3.95 level amid cautious optimism over developments in West Asia, said economists. — Picture By Choo Choy May

Money / 11 h ago

Ringgit may test 3.95 next week on West Asia ceasefire optimism, say economists

Bursa Malaysia’s benchmark index is likely to break above the 1,700 psychological level in the coming week on firmer sentiment, alongside oil price stabilisation, supportive external momentum and easing volatility, and a turn in foreign fund flows, said an analyst. — Picture by Hari Anggara.

Money / 11 h ago

Bursa Malaysia seen trending higher next week on firmer sentiment and foreign inflows, with KLCI nearing 1,700

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Money / 16 h ago

US inflation surges in March on soaring fuel costs amid Iran-Israel conflict

People visit a market in Shenyang. Higher costs and trade uncertainty are among the key risks flagged in the latest ADB report. — AFP pic

Money / 19 h ago

Middle East conflict fallout to hit Asia’s economies through 2027, ADB says

IMF managing director Kristalina Georgieva delivers a speech ahead of the IMF/World Bank’s spring meetings in Washington, DC, April 9, 2026. — Reuters pic

Money / 1d ago

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Money / 1d ago

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A view of Lebanese Middle East Airlines airplanes on the tarmac at Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport, amid flight cancellations and escalating hostilities between Israel and Hezbollah, as the US-Israeli conflict with Iran continues, in Beirut, Lebanon, March 31, 2026. — Reuters pic

Money / 1d ago

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Sports

Lee Zii Jia’s inclusion has boosted Malaysia’s 2026 Thomas Cup squad as the team chases a first title since 1992. — AFP pic

Sports / 7 h ago

Lee Zii Jia named in Malaysia’s squad for 2026 Thomas Cup in Denmark

Youth and Sports Minister Mohammed Taufiq Johari (right) cycles with national track cycling legend Azizulhasni Awang during a visit to the velodrome in Nilai ahead of the UCI Track World Cup today. — Bernama pic

Sports / 8 h ago

No sports village for Selangor Sukma, athletes to get RM100 daily subsidy instead

At the Ningbo Olympic Sports Centre, women’s doubles second seeds Pearly Tan-M. Thinaah were defeated by China’s world number nine pair Li Yi Jing-Luo Xu Min in straight games, 21-13, 21-15. — AFP pic

Sports / 16 h ago

All Malaysian doubles pairs crash out in Badminton Asia Championships quarter-finals

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Sports / 16 h ago

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Sports / 1d ago

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Britain’s two-time former world heavyweight champion Tyson Fury faces off with Russia’s Arslanbek Makhmudov during a press conference in London April 9, 2026, ahead of their heavyweight boxing match on April 11. — AFP pic

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National men’s doubles head coach Herry Iman Pierngadi has hinted that Wan Arif Wan Junaidi–Yap Roy King (left) may miss selection for the 2026 Thomas Cup Finals in Horsens, Denmark, citing the world No. 16 pair’s inconsistency in handling crucial match situations. — Bernama pic

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