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Late last year, Genting Malaysia confirmed plans to introduce a private vehicle charge on Jalan Genting Highlands based on a “user pays” principle to support ongoing maintenance and emergency response needs. — Picture from social media

Malaysia / 14 h ago

Trial run of Jalan Genting Highlands road charge system to start April 2, no payment required

Cargo ships in the Gulf, near the Strait of Hormuz. A Thai oil tanker has safely crossed the Strait of Hormuz following diplomatic coordination with Iran, without paying any fees. — Reuters pic

World / 11 h ago

‘Friends have a special place’: Thailand secures smooth Hormuz passage for tanker with no fees

In this file photo taken on February 7, 2017, National Service recruits demonstrate hand-to-hand combat moves as part of their two-month basic training on Pulau Tekong off Singapore. A Singapore court ruled that national service obligations apply regardless of a second citizenship claim. — AFP pic

Singapore / 16 h ago

Dual citizen loses national service fight after Singapore court shuts down ‘I’m Indonesian’ defence

The former PKR deputy president responded with humour, saying the only thing he had “received” during the Aidilfitri period was an increase in body weight rather than any cash, as alleged. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 11 h ago

Rafizi says ‘it’s not me’ amid RM9.5m PKR MP claim, jokes only Aidilfitri weight gained in Instagram post

MetMalaysia deputy director-general (Operations) Ambun Dindang said Malaysia is currently in the final phase of the Northeast Monsoon (MTL) which is usually characterised by reduced rainfall and hotter and drier weather conditions, especially in the northern and interior areas of the Peninsula. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 15 h ago

Hot weather in Malaysia likely to persist until June, warns MetMalaysia

Muhamad Hairi Ishak shows hybrid eels reared at his farm in Kampung Banggol Petani, Tumpat, March 24, 2026. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 19 h ago

Nearly 30,000 eels lost — but this Kelantan duo turned failure into a farming win

The Ministry of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living has confirmed that the man in a viral video shown filling a drum with RON95 at a Jalan Tengah petrol station in Bayan Lepas did not breach any laws. — Picture via social media

Malaysia / 12 h ago

Domestic Trade Ministry: Fisherman in viral Penang RON95 video had valid permit, no offence committed

Ramanan challenged businessman Victor Chin to reveal the identity of “Mr R”. — Picture by Raymond Manuel

Malaysia / 10 h ago

Who is Mr R? PKR’s Ramanan dares Victor Chin to name MP given RM9.5m

Slow-moving traffic was also reported on the Damansara-Puchong Expressway (LDP) northbound from Puchong Utama to Puchong Intan. — File Picture by Sayuti Zainudin

Malaysia / 16 h ago

Major highways nationwide hit by slow traffic, accidents and breakdowns

Acting Kuala Langat district police chief DSP Mohd Sufian Amin said the suspects, aged between 39 and 45, were detained following a police report lodged at 2.51 pm by a 38-year-old man. ― Picture by Hari Anggara.

Malaysia / 17 h ago

Three held as machete-wielding riot in Teluk Panglima Garang goes viral

Malaysians are facing rising grocery costs as global energy and shipping disruptions push up food prices, despite stable supply. — Picture by Firdaus Latif

Malaysia / 19 h ago

Can locally grown/produced food cushion Malaysia from global shocks caused by the US-Iran conflict?

The Oxford English Dictionary has added several Malaysian and Singaporean English terms in its latest update, highlighting the region’s linguistic influence on global English. — Unsplash pic

Malaysia / 13 h ago

From ‘agak‑agak’ to ‘Malaysia boleh’: Oxford English Dictionary adds new Malaysia and Singapore words in latest update

Activist Ritu (left) and PhD scholar Vaibhav Das, who identify as non-binary, interact with students on the proposed Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Amendment Bill in New Delhi March 18, 2026. — AFP pic

World / 19 h ago

‘I am very scared’: India’s trans community hits out at proposed law changes

The Monsoon Transition Phase is expected to begin this Sunday and continue until May, leading to thunderstorms and heavy rains accompanied by strong winds in most areas in a short spell. — Picture by Hari Anggara

Malaysia / 9 h ago

MetMalaysia: Inter‑monsoon phase to bring severe weather nationwide, with thunderstorms and possible hail

The victim was found unconscious by members of the public at the base of the building around 4.20 pm and was rushed to Hospital Shah Alam, where he was pronounced dead at 5.40 pm. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 16 h ago

Shah Alam teen dies after suspected fall from seventh-floor apartment

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Malaysia / 6 h ago

Anwar welcomes Pakistan’s proposal to host US–Iran dialogue, says diplomacy must prevail (VIDEO)

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has welcomed Pakistan’s timely and constructive offer to host a dialogue between the US and Iran amid a period of acute regional danger. — Picture by Firdaus Latif

KUALA LUMPUR, March 25 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has welcomed Pakistan’s timely and constructive offer to host a dialogue between the United States (US) and Iran amid a period of acute regional danger.In a video posted on Facebook today, Anwar commended his counterpart, Shehbaz Sharif, and leaders...

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Malaysia / 6 h ago

Malaysia’s universities improve in QS global subject score, but UM’s slide tells different story

File photo of the Malaysian Battalion 850-12 (Malbatt 850-12) personnel before leaving for Lebanon at the Royal Air Force base in Subang November 6, 2024. None of the Malaysian Battalion 850-13 personnel were injured in the explosions that occurred near the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon operating area in the south of that country. — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa

Malaysia / 7 h ago

No Malaysian peacekeepers harmed in south Lebanon explosions, says defence minister

As a security measure, the Meru police station is now using a bell system to control public entry after midnight, following a brawl at the station on March 2. — Picture by Raymond Manuel

Malaysia / 6 h ago

Meru police station in Klang introduces bell‑entry system for after‑hours access following brawl

The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) is intensifying efforts to tackle corruption linked to the management of e-waste and plastic waste following recent progress in probes involving senior Department of Environment (DOE) officials. — Picture by Choo Choy May

Malaysia / 7 h ago

MACC submits papers on DOE chiefs, targets graft tied to e‑waste and plastics

Police said a 15-year-old boy who was reported missing while bathing in a river near the Kampung Peta Jetty in Endau here was found drowned today. — Picture courtesy of Johor Fire and Rescue Department

Malaysia / 7 h ago

Mersing teen found drowned in Mersing river, body recovered 100m from last known location

An aerial view of the Sungai Krian Bridge. — Picture via Facebook/JKR Sarawak

Malaysia / 9 h ago

JKR: RM72.7b in 12MP projects delivered in Sarawak, including roads, bridges and schools

A file photograph shows Datuk Peter Anthony as he arrives for his trial at the Sessions Court in Kuala Lumpur on July 28, 2022. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 9 h ago

Former Sabah minister Peter Anthony granted parole, returns home after serving part of cheating sentence

Datuk Seri M. Saravanan said recent developments within PN require MIC to reassess its position, particularly following changes in the coalition’s leadership. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 10 h ago

Saravanan says MIC staying with BN for now, will study Indian sentiment on PAS-led Perikatan

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PM Lawrence Wong’s 90s throwback — complete with mullet and guitar — has social media loving his rockstar past. — Pictures via Instagram/lawrencewongst

Singapore / 12 h ago

‘Bring back that mullet!’: Singapore PM Lawrence Wong’s 90s throwback has internet in stitches (VIDEO)

Singapore’s first batch of self-driving public buses is set to begin trials in Marina Bay and one-north from late 2026 as part of a three-year pilot. — Screengrab from Facebook video

Singapore / 11 h ago

Next stop, the future: Singapore to test self-driving buses on public routes in H2 2026 (VIDEO)

Loo Liew Ting admitted keeping S$125,000 (RM386,539) mistakenly transferred into his account and spending it, as a Singapore court questioned his claim he can’t repay the money. — Reuters pic

Singapore / 14 h ago

Singapore man pockets S$125,000 bank blunder — blows it, blames crypto, now faces jail

Fans pay tribute to the portrait of Zubeen Garg at the Nagaon Baptist Church in Nagaon District, Assam, India, September 24, 2025. — AFP pic

Singapore / 11 h ago

Indian singer Zubeen Garg’s fatal Lazarus Island swim ruled accidental, Singapore coroner cites alcohol, exhaustion

In this file photo taken on February 7, 2017, National Service recruits demonstrate hand-to-hand combat moves as part of their two-month basic training on Pulau Tekong off Singapore. A Singapore court ruled that national service obligations apply regardless of a second citizenship claim. — AFP pic

Singapore / 16 h ago

Dual citizen loses national service fight after Singapore court shuts down ‘I’m Indonesian’ defence

Singapore’s roads remain the most dangerous workplace, with delivery riders and drivers facing the highest risks. — TODAY pic

Singapore / 14 h ago

Report: Fewer workplace deaths in Singapore, but delivery riders remain most exposed on the roads

Singapore authorities say no action was taken against a father and son over past overseas volunteering, but warn similar involvement today could breach the law. — Reuters pic

Singapore / 16 h ago

Singapore says no action against father-son duo over Israel-linked volunteering, warns such involvement now unacceptable

A Singapore man is set to be charged after a string of prank police calls and egg-throwing incidents targeting patrol cars. — AI-generated image

Singapore / 16 h ago

Egging cops and crying wolf: Singapore prankster’s run ends in cuffs

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Security forces and first responders gather next to a damaged building at a site struck by a projectile in Bnei Brak, on the eastern outskirts of Tel Aviv, March 24, 2026. — AFP pic

World / 9 h ago

Iran fires fresh missiles after Trump hails ‘very big present’ in war talks

Iran has dismissed US claims of talks, accusing Washington of engaging in ‘self-negotiation’. — Majid Asgaripour/WANA (West Asia News Agency) via Reuters

World / 11 h ago

Iran trolls US, says Washington ‘negotiating with itself’ over war

Cargo ships in the Gulf, near the Strait of Hormuz. A Thai oil tanker has safely crossed the Strait of Hormuz following diplomatic coordination with Iran, without paying any fees. — Reuters pic

World / 11 h ago

‘Friends have a special place’: Thailand secures smooth Hormuz passage for tanker with no fees

Park Wang-yeol, an alleged ‘drug lord’ who was serving a 60-year term in a Philippines prison for the murder of three South Koreans and who is accused of running a drug trafficking ring in the country from the prison, walks as he is escorted by detectives upon his arrival at the Incheon International airport in Incheon, South Korea, March 25, 2026. — Yonhap pic via Reuters

World / 8 h ago

Alleged kingpin Park Wang-yeol — who inspired ‘The Roundup 2’ villain — hauled back to South Korea

Australia’s centre-left government on Wednesday introduced legislation in the parliament to double penalties for fuel price gouging as global supply disruptions due to the Iran war triggered fuel shortages in some rural regions. — Reuters pic

Malaysia / 8 h ago

Fuel stations run dry in Victoria and NSW as Australian government cracks down on price manipulation

Charred remains of ambulances belonging to Hatzola, a Jewish community organisation, which were set on fire in an incident that the police say is being treated as an antisemitic hate crime, in north-west London March 23, 2026. — Reuters pic

World / 9 h ago

Two arrested over suspected antisemitic arson attack on Jewish community ambulances in London

An Air Canada Express CRJ-900 sits on the runway after colliding with a Port Authority fire truck at LaGuardia Airport in New York March 24, 2026. — AFP pic

World / 9 h ago

US officials downplay controller ‘odour distraction’ in deadly LaGuardia runway crash

A F-16V lands at the air base in Hualien, Taiwan. Taiwan is closely watching China’s military activity amid fears the Middle East war could alter regional dynamics. — Reuters pic

World / 10 h ago

China opportunity? Taiwan flags risks from US focus on Middle East conflict

Money

The ringgit weakened against the US dollar and other major currencies at Wednesday’s close on cautious sentiment as investors await clearer signs of de escalation in the Iran war. ― Bernama pic

Money / 7 h ago

Ringgit weakens against US dollar as investors await signs of Iran war de‑escalation

Bursa Malaysia rebounded to close higher on Wednesday, tracking gains across regional markets as a sharp pullback in oil prices helped boost overall market sentiment, analysts said. — Picture by Choo Choy May

Money / 8 h ago

Oil price retreat sparks relief rally, FBM KLCI ends day in green territory

BlackRock CEO Larry Fink warned that sustained oil prices near US$150 per barrel could trigger a global recession. — Reuters file pic

Money / 9 h ago

BlackRock boss flags ‘stark’ global recession risk if oil surges to US$150

Chinese shipping giant Cosco is cautiously restarting Gulf routes following disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz. — AFP pic

Money / 9 h ago

China shipping giant Cosco restarts Gulf shipping bookings, signals cautious return to Hormuz

China has discovered major new deposits of rare earths and key industrial minerals in Sichuan province. — Reuters file pic

Money / 9 h ago

China hits mineral jackpot, massive rare earths, fluorite and barite haul found in Sichuan

People queue to refuel at a fuel station in Ahmedabad March 23, 2026 following import disruptions caused by the Middle East war. — AFP pic

Money / 11 h ago

IEA says ready to tap more oil reserves if Middle East crisis deepens

Malaysia’s housing market is set to grow, with transactions projected to rise 15 per cent over the next five years. — Picture by Hari Anggara

Money / 12 h ago

Population push powers Malaysia property boom, sales seen up 15pc over next five years, says IQI

Around 30 per cent of Malaysian listed companies face a high likelihood of being hacked if targeted, a new study found. — Reuters pic

Money / 12 h ago

Hack risk exposed, 30pc of Malaysian public-listed firms seen vulnerable in study

Sports

The World Cup playoff tournament kicks off in Mexico with six teams chasing two remaining berths. — AFP pic

Sports / 10 h ago

It’s now or never: Six nations go all in for two World Cup spots in Mexico playoffs

Johor Darul Ta’zim could face defending champions Al-Ahli in the Asian Champions League Elite quarter-finals next month. — Bernama pic

Sports / 10 h ago

JDT’s next test takes shape with Asian champions Al-Ahli tipped to await in last eight

‘Unfortunately the day has come’: Mohamed Salah delivers an emotional farewell message, confirming he will leave Liverpool at the end of the season. — Screengrab from Facebook video

Sports / 18 h ago

The Egyptian King is leaving: Salah confirms Liverpool departure after glittering reign (VIDEO)

Andre Agassi will play in the highest pickleball match ever staged in Malaysia next month at Merdeka 118. — Picture via Instagram/agassi

Sports / 11 h ago

Game on at Merdeka 118: Agassi leads Malaysia’s highest pickleball showdown in KL on April 7 and 8

Verstappen’s dominance in Japan is under threat after a difficult start to the 2026 season. — AFP pic

Sports / 12 h ago

‘Not easy’: Verstappen casts doubt on fifth straight Japan win with Red Bull in trouble

Pochettino, now US coach, admitted he still craves the challenge of the Premier League. — AFP pic

Sports / 15 h ago

Come get me? Pochettino fuels Spurs return talk with England confession

Mercedes driver George Russell said the team has the pace to compete, but cautions that reliability issues remain. — Reuters pic

Sports / 16 h ago

‘To win, you have to finish’: Russell tempers hype despite Mercedes one-two in Melbourne

Jannik Sinner celebrates after defeating Alex Michelsen to reach the Miami Open quarter-finals. — AFP pic

Sports / 15 h ago

Sinner powers past Michelsen to stay on course for ‘Sunshine Double’