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MCMC is suing Sunway Lagoon for RM1.85 million over alleged mass food poisoning at a family day event in 2025. — Unsplash pic

Malaysia / 15 h ago

Food poisoning row heads to court as MCMC seeks RM1.85m from Sunway Lagoon

Former Bukit Aman Commercial Crime Investigation Department director Datuk Seri Amar Singh is pictured at the Kuala Lumpur High Court Complex on April 14, 2026. — Picture by Yusof Isa

Malaysia / 14 h ago

Police raided Pavilion Residence unit after CCTV showed govt vehicles moving boxes, bags, High Court told

Malaysian child athletes during a ‘sepak takraw’ practice game at the launch of the Malaysia Sepak Takraw Academy, initiated by Hannah Yeoh during her tenure as youth and sports minister from 2022–2025. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin

Malaysia / 13 h ago

PM commends DAP’s Hannah Yeoh for elevating sepak takraw, calls it sign of mature society

A nine-second viral video sparked public outrage after showing an express bus driver with a woman on his lap while driving on the North-South Expressway on April 12, 2026. — Screengrab from social media

Malaysia / 17 h ago

Passenger who shot viral video of lap-sitting on moving bus says he acted to prevent danger

Tun Dr Mahathir described what led to his hospitalisation at Institut Jantung Negara. — Instagram screenshot

Malaysia / 8 h ago

Dr Mahathir in his own words, on his fall: ‘I just lost control of my legs’ (VIDEO)

Investigators lifting sealed boxes believed to contain luxury designer bag, linked to the 1Malaysia Development Berhad financial scandal, onto a Black Maria outside Pavilion Residences in Kuala Lumpur May 18, 2018. — File picture by Hari Anggara

Malaysia / 12 h ago

In Global Royalty vs Rosmah civil suit, bags found in investigation described as stuffed with jewellery and ‘cash spilt out onto the floor’

In a social media post, US President Donald Trump said the bulk of Iran’s navy had already been destroyed during the war, but that if any of what he said were Tehran’s few remaining ‘fast attack ships’ approach the blockade ‘they will be immediately ELIMINATED.’ — Reuters pic

World / 19 h ago

Trump ups the stakes: Iranian boats near blockade to be ‘immediately eliminated’

The driver suspected of injuring a traffic constable on duty is a 40-year-old police inspector who has been diagnosed with schizophrenia and is currently on special medical leave, as well as in the process of being retired on medical grounds upon the recommendation of the Medical Board. — File picture by Ahmad Zamzahuri

Malaysia / 18 h ago

Cops identify KL hit-and-run suspect as police inspector with schizophrenia, facing medical retirement

Penang chief minister Chow Kon Yeow said authorities have approved the PILA masterplan to develop a new cargo terminal. — Picture courtesy of Penang Development Corporation

Malaysia / 16 h ago

Penang obtains approval for international logistics aeropark, earthworks underway

A federal agency CEO is under MACC investigation over a bribery case involving RM100,000 cash for a squash court project. — Picture by Choo Choy May .

Malaysia / 19 h ago

MACC nabs federal agency CEO over RM1m bribe linked to squash court project

Jasin police are looking for the man who drove an express bus on the North-South Highway and the woman on his lap. — File picture by Farhan Najib

Malaysia / 17 h ago

Sacked bus driver and partner now wanted by police over viral lap-sitting stunt on Jasin highway

Some of the 14 juvenile boys, aged 12 to 17, arrive at the Johor Bahru court complex to face rioting charges outside their school at the Magistrate's Court on April 14, 2026. — Picture by Ben Tan

Malaysia / 12 h ago

Skudai school fight: Teens and guardians face charges for rioting outside SMK Taman Selesa Jaya

The review has been fixed for next week and is being carried out under Section 323 of the Criminal Procedure Code. — Reuters pic

Malaysia / 15 h ago

High Court orders review of fines for 34 men in Cheras weapons riot case

The My50 travel pass allows unlimited travel on rail and bus services in Kuala Lumpur and Selangor for RM50 a month. — Picture by Raymond Manuel

Malaysia / 14 h ago

My50 stays: Govt keeps subsidised transport passes for Klang Valley commuters

This photo illustration created on April 13, 2026 shows a picture of US President Donald Trump on a screen and an AI-generated picture he posted on his Truth Social platform depicting himself as Jesus Christ after criticising Pope Leo XIV. — AFP pic

World / 18 h ago

Trump AI post portraying him as Jesus-like figure fuels backlash in Pope Leo feud

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Malaysia / 10 h ago

Govt raises paddy aid, diesel cash support as fuel crisis bites; payouts April 21

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said his government’s priority is to ensure the security of supply of essential goods for the people, following the sharp increase in oil prices and global supply chain disruptions, even though incur additional spending. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin

KUALA LUMPUR, April 14 — The Finance Ministry today announced a package of enhanced subsidies and cash assistance for farmers, smallholders and diesel users amid continued pressure from global energy disruptions.“The Madani Government’s priority is clear: to ensure the security of supply of essential goods for the people, following the...

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Defence Minister Datuk Seri Mohamed Khaled Nordin said the development would be carried out using local expertise, foreign technology and cooperation with friendly nations. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 7 h ago

Malaysia’s own combat drone in works, says defence minister

Jafry (third from left) with the campaign poster of the Stop Eating Turtle Eggs campaign. — Picture courtesy of the State Tourism, Culture and Environment ministry

Malaysia / 10 h ago

‘Avoid sickness, avoid jail’: Sabah set to change minds on turtle egg consumption

Tengku Zafrul, who is the Malaysian Investment Development Authority (Mida) chairman, said energy security has become a key consideration for investors, particularly in light of ongoing geopolitical tensions. — Picture by Firdaus Latif

Malaysia / 12 h ago

Tengku Zafrul: Malaysia must double down on energy security amid global uncertainties

Some of the 14 juvenile boys, aged 12 to 17, arrive at the Johor Bahru court complex to face rioting charges outside their school at the Magistrate's Court on April 14, 2026. — Picture by Ben Tan

Malaysia / 12 h ago

Skudai school fight: Teens and guardians face charges for rioting outside SMK Taman Selesa Jaya

MCMC is suing Sunway Lagoon for RM1.85 million over alleged mass food poisoning at a family day event in 2025. — Unsplash pic

Malaysia / 15 h ago

Food poisoning row heads to court as MCMC seeks RM1.85m from Sunway Lagoon

A combination picture shows Pope Leo XIV addressing political leaders at the Great Mosque of Algiers on April 13, 2026, and US President Donald Trump after disembarking Air Force One at Joint Base Andrews in Maryland on April 12, 2026. — Reuters pic

Malaysia / 15 h ago

PKR bureau backs Pope Leo’s anti-war stance, denounces Trump’s ‘insolent’ retort

Members of the public shop at the Econsave supermarket in Setapak Sentral, Kuala Lumpur on July 11, 2023. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 16 h ago

Putrajaya: Malaysia’s essential goods supply stable, no need for panic buying

The review has been fixed for next week and is being carried out under Section 323 of the Criminal Procedure Code. — Reuters pic

Malaysia / 15 h ago

High Court orders review of fines for 34 men in Cheras weapons riot case

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The surge in oil-related disruptions has driven up costs across packaging, transport, production and freight. — AFP pic

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British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and President of France Emmanuel Macron attend a plenary at the UK-France Summit, in Downing Street, London, Britain July 10, 2025. — Reuters pic

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At 8am, the ringgit appreciated to 3.9600/9715 against the US dollar from 3.9735/9805 at Monday’s close. — Picture by Choo Choy May

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Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim at the launch of the Malaysian Sepak Takraw Academy Complex in Kuala Lumpur, April 14, 2026. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin

Sports / 13 h ago

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Lee Zii Jia’s coach Liew Daren said the situation would allow his charge to regain his rhythm ahead of the match against Japan, which will be Malaysia’s final Group B tie. — Bernama pic

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File picture of national men’s shuttlers Choong Hon Jian-Muhammad Haikal Nazri (left) at the Mokpo Indoor Stadium in South Korea. Muhammad Haikal today denied claims that he will leave the Badminton Association of Malaysia (BAM). — AFP pic

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Malaysia’s men’s doubles player Man Wei Chong said he is currently working to regain his best form ahead of the 2026 Thomas Cup, which will be held in Horsens, Denmark, from April 24 to May 3. — Picture from BAM

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