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The need to prevent others from doing crime is a more important factor than Datuk Seri Najib Razak's public service record when deciding on his 1MDB sentence, the 1MDB trial judge said. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 8 h ago

Judge: Najib’s lack of remorse, role in siphoning 1MDB money were factors when deciding his jail, RM13b sentence

On March 31, the High Court ruled that Datuk Seri Najib Razak is liable for US$1.3 billion in SRC International losses, finding he breached fiduciary duties and misappropriated company funds for personal gain.— Bernama pic

Malaysia / 10 h ago

Scale of 1MDB looting ‘made Attila the Hun look like choirboy’, says High Court judge in 809-page judgement

Reflecting on his entrepreneurial journey, Suhaili, 46, said he entered the industry with no formal knowledge or training, relying instead on videos he watched on YouTube. — Bernama pic

Life / 17 h ago

How a RM700 gamble and YouTube videos helped a Sandakan villager build a soft-shell crab business

Law is seen with her Asean Outstanding Women Entrepreneur Excellence Award last year. — The Borneo Post pic

Malaysia / 18 h ago

Sarawakian entrepreneur Esther Law dies at age 52

Trading for 56 years, Apong Guan is a must for food lovers seeking the fluffy ‘apom’ cooked upon order in Penang. — Picture by Lee Khang Yi

Eat-drink / 9 h ago

After 56 years on Penang’s Jalan Burma, popular Apong Guan is said to be relocating to Kuala Lumpur in August

The famous curry 'laksa' at Asia Laksa Restaurant. — Pictures by CK Lim

Eat-drink / 19 h ago

Head to Senawang, where Asia Laksa Restaurant dishes out hearty curry ‘laksa’ packed with ‘yong liew’ and chicken

Brooklyn Beckham, 26, has shut the door on reconciling with his parents, British celebrity couple David and Victoria Beckham, whom he accuses of trying to ruin his life with US wife Nicola Peltz Beckham. — Screencapture via Instagram @brooklynpeltzbeckham

Showbiz / 13 h ago

David and Victoria Beckham ‘devastated’ as Brooklyn’s branded ad reignites family feud

Federal Territories Minister Hannah Yeoh meets food delivery riders during the launch of the Riders Recharge Station near Bulatan Dato Onn in Kuala Lumpur, June 16, 2026. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin

Malaysia / 15 h ago

Give your food deliverers some love: Hannah Yeoh launches RnR spot near Dataran, plans more

Transport Minister Anthony Loke is seen during the launch of The Linque Cochrane at Cochrane MRT Station in Cheras, Kuala Lumpur, June 15, 2026. — Picture by Arif Zikri

Malaysia / 19 h ago

IJM Land, MRT Corp unveil RM600 million transit-oriented-development project in Cheras

Transport Minister Anthony Loke Siew Fook (left) and Johor caretaker Menteri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi reportedly met at the Shuttle Selatan launch in Kulai today, after public exchanges over political cooperation and federal-state ties. — File pictures by Raymond Manuel and Firdaus Latif

Malaysia / 13 h ago

‘Same table’ after all? Loke, Onn Hafiz meet in Kulai after public spat over Johor polls

Ikram official pleads not guilty to 158 graft charges involving RM98m

Malaysia / 13 h ago

Ikram official pleads not guilty to 158 graft charges involving RM98m

File picture of the facade of Taiping Prison. The Malaysian Prisons Department has confirmed that one of its personnel has been charged under Section 304(b) of the Penal Code following an incident that occurred at Taiping Prison on January 17, 2025. — Picture from Penjara Taiping

Malaysia / 19 h ago

Taiping prison incident: One officer charged, five others face disciplinary action

File picture of the ECRL electric locomotive (E-Loco), purpose-built by CRRC to meet Malaysia’s operational needs, is seen during final validation trials in China. MRL has clarified that the East Coast Rail Link (ECRL) fare rates currently circulating on social media are speculative and do not reflect the actual charges that will be imposed when the service begins operations next January. — Malaysia Rail Link picture

Malaysia / 16 h ago

MRL: Viral ECRL fare rates are speculative, official pricing not yet announced

The newly named Sultan Nazrin Shah Socso Rehabilitation Centre, a neuro-robotics and cybernics facility inspired by gold-thread ‘tekat’ embroidery, was officiated by the Sultan of Perak Sultan Nazrin Shah in Meru Raya, Ipoh, June 16, 2026. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 15 h ago

Perkeso opens ‘South-east Asia’s largest’ neuro-robotic rehab centre in Perak to treat injured workers

Belgium’s Romelu Lukaku celebrates after forcing his side’s equaliser against Egypt during their Group G World Cup match at Seattle Stadium, June 15, 2026. — AFP pic

Sports / 19 h ago

Egypt denied birthday joy for Salah as Belgium fight back to snatch opening World Cup draw

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Malaysia / 9 h ago

Anwar to meet Putin in Kazan at Asean-Russia commemorative summit

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim and Russian President Vladimir Putin shake hands during the 9th Eastern Economic Forum in Vladivostok on September 4, 2024. — Bernama pic

KAZAN (Russia), June 16 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim will lead the Malaysian delegation to the Asean-Russia Commemorative Summit in Kazan from June 17 to 18.In a statement on Tuesday, Wisma Putra said Anwar will be accompanied by Minister of Investment, Trade and Industry Datuk Seri Johari Abdul...

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In a statement today, MDM said the premises were rented to Persatuan Jaringan Islam Global Masa Depan in accordance with established procedures, strict conditions and regulations for educational and humanitarian welfare activities. — Picture from Facebook/Majlis Daerah Marang Rasmi

Malaysia / 13 h ago

Marang council says Rohingya learning centre at Telaga Mengkudu legally leased since 2020

Penang Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow said the long-awaited Perak-Penang water transfer project is in its final stages of negotiations, with an agreement expected to be signed in Ipoh as early as next week. — Bernama file pic

Malaysia / 12 h ago

Chow Kon Yeow: Penang-Perak water deal talks enter final stretch, signing targeted for next week

Higher Education Minister Datuk Seri Zambry Abd Kadir takes a selfie with trainees during the launch of the National Service Training Programme (PLKN) 3.0 pilot programme at public university level at the Experimental Theatre, Sultan Idris Education University (UPSI) in Tanjong Malim, June 16, 2026. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 12 h ago

National Service training programme to be expanded to private universities, says higher education minister

The victims, a male and a female personnel member, were reported to have succumbed to their injuries while being transported to Sultan Abdul Halim Hospital (HSAH) in Sungai Petani. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 13 h ago

Two soldiers killed in grenade explosion during training exercise in Kedah

Penang Youth, Sports and Health Committee chairman Gooi Zi Sen said the enforcement action involved various categories of premises, including restaurants, eateries, school canteens, hospital cafeterias, and factory canteens, which were found to have failed to comply with established hygiene and food safety standards, based on operations and public complaints. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin

Malaysia / 12 h ago

Penang orders closure of 177 food premises over hygiene violations

Johor PKR vice-chairman Jimmy Puah reportedly said PKR will contest Puteri Wangsa in the coming Johor election. — File picture by Yusof Mat Isa

Malaysia / 13 h ago

PKR says it will contest Puteri Wangsa in Johor election, seat previously ceded to Muda

Security personnel guard the entrance to the Home Ministry building in Putrajaya in this file picture dated February 10, 2025. According to the ministry, the Baitul Mahabbah initiative is an interim measure aimed at providing more suitable temporary accommodation for children aged 12 and below together with their guardians. — Picture from Facebook/Suaram

Malaysia / 13 h ago

Home Ministry denies claims of neglect of Rohingya children, says Baitul Mahabbah protects migrant, refugee kids

Federal Territories Minister Hannah Yeoh meets food delivery riders during the launch of the Riders Recharge Station near Bulatan Dato Onn in Kuala Lumpur, June 16, 2026. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin

Malaysia / 15 h ago

Give your food deliverers some love: Hannah Yeoh launches RnR spot near Dataran, plans more

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A boy runs past an earthquake-cracked street a day after the magnitude 7.8 quake in General Santos, southern Philippines June 9, 2026. Singapore’s Foreign Ministry has reached out to its citizens in areas affected by the earthquake in Mindanao today, and stands ready to provide any necessary consular assistance. — Reuters pic

Singapore / 1d ago

Singapore offers consular help to citizens in Philippines after Mindanao quake as PM sends condolences

Pump prices at a petrol station in Singapore June 3, 2022. Singapore’s energy security and fuel supply resilience were built on continued diversification efforts to address the global supply shocks amid ongoing geopolitical conflicts, according to an expert. — TODAY pic

Singapore / 1d ago

Singapore’s energy diversification key to supply security and resilience amid global supply shocks, expert says

CNA reported that layoffs rose to 3,830 between January and March, up from 3,690 in the previous quarter, with the Manpower Ministry (MOM) attributing most job cuts to organisational restructuring rather than cost‑cutting. — Reuters pic

Singapore / 1d ago

Singapore retrenchments rise in Q1 as degree holders and older workers face sharper impact

A standard home blood pressure monitoring device is seen in this picture. NUS researchers have protyped a device to monitor blood pressure without needing a battery. — Pexels illustration pic

Singapore / 1d ago

National University of Singapore researchers announce prototype of battery‑free skin patch for round‑the‑clock blood pressure tracking

Singapore recorded 119 dengue cases in the week ended June 13, up 39 cases from the previous week, the National Environment Agency (NEA) said. — AFP pic

Singapore / 11 h ago

Singapore dengue cases climb to 119 in peak season, agency warns of rising transmission risk

According to The Straits Times, the court ruled that the wakafs — charitable endowments established by the late merchant Ahna Mohamed Kassim Ally Mohamed — were irrevocable, and that his granddaughter, Fauziyah Mohd Ahbidin, was not entitled to vary their terms to claim a share of the proceeds. — Picture via Facebook

Singapore / 1d ago

Singapore woman loses bid for share of income from grandfather’s Islamic charitable trusts

People hold pictures of Thailand’s Princess Bajrakitiyabha, 47, the eldest daughter of Thai King Maha Vajiralongkorn near the Grand Palace ahead of the transfer of her body to the Grand Palace, in Bangkok June 13, 2026. The Singapore Government has extended its condolences to the Kingdom of Thailand following the death of Princess Bajrakitiyabha Narendira Debyavati. — Reuters pic

Singapore / 13 Jun 2026

Singapore extends condolences to Thailand over death of Princess Bajrakitiyabha

Singapore has unveiled the Standards and Conformance 2035 roadmap to guide businesses in competing and growing in an increasingly complex global environment. — Reuters pic

Singapore / 13 Jun 2026

Singapore launches Standards and Conformance 2035 roadmap to boost global competitiveness

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German Chancellor Friedrich Merz takes part in the unveiling of a prototype drone by Quantum-Systems, during a tour of the International Aerospace Exhibition ILA on the opening day at Schoenefeld Airport in Berlin, Germany on June 10, 2026. — Reuters pic

World / 7 h ago

As Europe pivots away from US, spotlight falls AI drones that will fly beside fighter jets in future wars

The United States said Monday that ships will move toll-free through the Strait of Hormuz under an Iran peace deal signed by President Donald Trump. — Reuters pic

World / 17 h ago

Hormuz ‘open for free’? US deal sparks doubt as Tehran hints at maritime service fees

US President Donald Trump said Monday that ships were again moving through the Strait of Hormuz and the vital oil route would be completely open by Friday, after Washington and Tehran announced a deal to end the Middle East war. — Reuters pic

World / 19 h ago

Ships to sail again through Strait of Hormuz as Trump vows route fully open by Friday

A man holds a sign depicting US President Donald Trump during a protest in Geneva, Switzerland against the upcoming G7 summit in Evian-les-Bains, France on June 14, 2026. — Reuters pic

World / 21 h ago

Deciphering Trump’s Iran deal: Concessions, wins, and what’s still unresolved

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Monday said he intended to run in elections scheduled for later this year, as he faced domestic criticism over his wartime leadership. — AFP pic

World / 14 h ago

Israel’s veteran PM declares bid to stay in power despite war failures and graft charges

Smoke rises from scorched ground at Edwards Air Force Base after a US B 52 bomber crash in California on June 15, 2026, in a still image taken from news helicopter video. — Reuters pic

World / 18 h ago

Routine test flight ends in catastrophe as B‑52 crashes at California air base, eight dead

China said today that strengthening its military is beneficial to world peace, slamming a think tank report that warned the threat of a direct strike by Beijing on Australia was increasing. — Reuters pic

World / 1d ago

China says growing its military helps world peace

Britain hopes a newly announced ban ‌on social media for children under 16 will be in force by early next year. — Reuters file pic

World / 1d ago

Britain announces sweeping social media ban for under-16s

Money

Money / 7 h ago

KPMG, PwC, Deloitte, EY: Australia’s biggest accounting firms keep making headlines for the wrong reasons

Bursa Malaysia opened slightly lower on Tuesday as investors locked in gains following the previous session’s rally, with early profit-taking weighing on the benchmark index. — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa

Money / 18 h ago

Early losses hit Bursa as profit‑taking follows Trump’s US‑Iran deal boost to global sentiment

The ringgit opened higher against the US dollar on expectations that the US Federal Reserve (Fed) will keep interest rates unchanged amid easing inflation concerns and lower US Treasury yields. — Reuters pic

Money / 18 h ago

Ringgit climbs early as crude prices tumble on looming US‑Iran peace deal and Hormuz hopes

People stand outside the Palais Lumiere before the G7 summit in Evian-les-Bains, France on June 12, 2026. — Reuters pic

Money / 1d ago

G7 Summit 2026: What is it, who’s attending, and why does Evian-les-Bains matter?

Bank of Japan Deputy Governor Shinichi Uchida attends a press conference after a BOJ policy meeting in Tokyo, Japan, June 16, 2026. — Reuters pic

Money / 13 h ago

Bank of Japan lifts rates to 31‑year high as Middle East war fuels inflation fears

The International Monetary Fund chief on Monday welcomed the ceasefire agreement between the United States and Iran, but warned it would take time for energy and other supply disruptions to dissipate. — Reuters pic

Money / 18 h ago

IMF chief hails US‑Iran ceasefire in Washington but warns energy recovery will take time

SpaceX shares shot higher Monday as the company said it raised a record-breaking US$85.7 billion. — AFP pic

Money / 18 h ago

Demand explodes as SpaceX IPO tops US$85b, Musk’s valuation leaps into science‑fiction territory

European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde said today that she would remain in place to ensure inflation stays in check despite the war in the Middle East, months after a report that she would step down. — AFP pic

Money / 1d ago

Lagarde dismisses early‑exit talk, says she will stay ‘on deck’ at ECB to ensure price stability

Sports

France come into this year’s World Cup as one of the leading contenders for the trophy having reached the final of the last two editions, but Tuesday’s opponents in their opening game, Senegal, serve as a warning of the dangers of over-confidence. — AFP pic

Sports / 11 h ago

Déjà Bleus: Will France repeat their 2002 Senegal shock in World Cup opener?

Tunisia have responded to their 5-1 World Cup thrashing by Sweden by sacking coach Sabri Lamouchi. — AFP pic

Sports / 11 h ago

Lamouchi lasts just one game as Tunisia turn to Renard following Sweden hammering

The whole world is waiting to see Lionel Messi, said Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni. — AFP pic

Sports / 13 h ago

Sixth World Cup beckons: Scaloni says ‘whole world waiting’ as Messi returns from injury scare

Erling Haaland scored 16 times as Norway powered through qualifying with a perfect record, twice beating Italy, to secure a first World Cup appearance since 1998. — AFP pic

Sports / 13 h ago

Haaland primed to roar as Norway end 28‑year exile with Boston World Cup opener

Sweden team on a hydration break during the second half against Tunisia. — Reuters pic

Sports / 11 h ago

Commercials over football? Why are hydration breaks turning the World Cup into an American show?

Sports / 12 h ago

Patch perfect: Fifa’s secret sleeve badges spark fan frenzy and trading card buzz

Sports / 13 h ago

Logo wars: Fifa’s tape‑it‑all World Cup turns into cover‑up comedy as Levi’s sheeted logo goes viral

Iran’s Milad Mohammadi (#5) challenges New Zealand’s Callan Elliot (#24) for the ball during their Group G World Cup match at Los Angeles Stadium in Inglewood on June 15, 2026. — AFP pic

Sports / 15 h ago

Pro‑Iran crowd roars as players salvage 2‑2 against New Zealand amid anthem boos and protests