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It may be just down the road from a much more famous place, but don’t miss out on the excellent Hokkien mee at Peng Yuan. — Picture by Ethan Lau

Eat-drink / 14 h ago

Underrated: Peng Yuan Hokkien Mee in PJ Section 14 deserves its moment in the spotlight

A passenger disembarks from a Rapid KL bus in Kuala Lumpur in this undated photograph. — Picture by Hari Anggara

Malaysia / 14 h ago

Cheap but out of reach: Why Malaysians can’t quit their cars despite affordable public transport

Ministers Hannah Yeoh, Datuk Fahmi Fadzil and other officials stand beside an abandoned car being collected for disposal at PPR Pantai Ria in Kuala Lumpur on April 16, 2026. — Photo by Firdaus Latif

Malaysia / 10 h ago

Move it or lose it: DBKL goes on a 4,500-vehicle towing spree

An Ampang Jaya Municipal Council (MPAJ) enforcer removes signs used to illegally block reserved spots beyond permitted hours. — MPAJ pic

Malaysia / 16 h ago

Red bays are public after 6.30pm — MPAJ warns businesses against ‘chop’ culture following Ampang Point ops

A still shows two performers in the controversial scene from the Universiti Malaya Theatre Carnival (KARVITER).

Malaysia / 16 h ago

Too hot in here: Universiti Malaya apologises, disqualifies theatre performance over steamy bed scene

Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Federal Territories) Hannah Yeoh reportedly defended the 'Bangun KL' campaign, saying it is a private sector initiative by Zus Coffee Group that does not use public funds. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 11 h ago

‘Better than doing nothing’: Hannah Yeoh defends Bangun KL, says it uses no public funds

Datuk Fadil Marsus reportedly said four armed men robbed a gold shop on Jalan Tun Sambanthan this morning, fleeing with 21 trays of jewellery weighing about 15kg. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 9 h ago

Armed robbers hit Brickfields gold shop, flee with RM9.7m jewellery

Billionaire Robert Kuok leaves Ilham Tower after attending his first meeting with the Council of Elders in Kuala Lumpur on May 22, 2018. — Picture by Mukhriz Hazim

Malaysia / 16 h ago

How much was your raise? Malaysia’s 50 richest see wealth rocket up 30pc to US$116b

How do you know if you are hopping on to a licensed tour van or tour bus? It will have the government-required words “BAS PERSIARAN” and the colour coniferous green on one-third of the vehicle’s body.— Picture by Choo Choy May

Malaysia / 19 h ago

How illegal ‘kereta sapu’ are hurting licensed Malaysian tour van, bus operators

Malaysia / 17 h ago

DBKL announces 13-day, 24-hour closure of Lorong Jalan TAR for sewerage repairs

Pearly Tan expressed deep regret over her withdrawal, apologising to teammates, stakeholders and fans for being unable to represent the country in the prestigious team event. — AFP pic

Sports / 10 h ago

Malaysia suffer blow as Pearly Tan withdraws from Uber Cup Finals with back injury

A Toyota Vios is seen after it reportedly lost control and crashed into a Toyota Hilux on Jalan Kuala Selangor-Teluk Intan heading towards Sekinchan on March 11, 2025. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 12 h ago

Tired of reckless drivers? Study shows 71pc of Malaysians support tougher traffic penalties

A concept model of the Global Combat Air Programme (GCAP)'s fighter jet is displayed during the Defence Security Equipment International (DSEI) Japan at Makuhari Messe in Chiba, east of Tokyo May 21, 2025. — Reuters pic

World / 19 h ago

Rattled by Trump, US allies eye Japan’s biggest arms‑export shift since WW2

Penang Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow speaks at a press conference after officiating the State Disaster Control Centre at Komtar in George Town on October 14, 2025. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 17 h ago

Penang CM: Physical works for next phases of Juru-Sungai Dua decongestion project to kick off in Q3

Police inspector Kamal Raj Abdullah arrives at the Kuala Lumpur Court Complex on April 16, 2026. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin

Malaysia / 13 h ago

‘I don’t remember’ — Inspector who ran over traffic cops claims bewitched by ‘black magic’

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Malaysia / 7 h ago

Police officer among six charged over RM4.4m gang robberies in Kepong homes, pleads not guilty

DSP Ahmad Ruzaini Ahmad Dahalan, 41, together with Abd Samat Shaari, 44, Faridzuan Yahya, 31, Lim Cheal Kei, 51, Yeoh Choon Siang, 47, and L. Jijayendran, 31, pleaded not guilty to the charges read before Judges Suhaila Haron, Noridah Adam, Mazuliana Abdul Rashid and Siti Shakirah Mohtarudin at four separate Sessions Courts. — Bernama pic

KUALA LUMPUR, April 16 — Six men, including a police officer holding the rank of Deputy Superintendent, were charged in the Sessions Court here today with exhibiting a firearm and committing gang robbery at residential areas around Kepong earlier this month.DSP Ahmad Ruzaini Ahmad Dahalan, 41, together with Abd Samat...

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Chairman of the Special Committee for the Improvement of Care Services (JKPPP) Michelle Ng Mei Sze said the guidelines were developed as a comprehensive reference for operators of care centres and nurseries, covering, among others, safety standards, physical space requirements, operator qualifications and risk management. — File picture by Farhan Najib

Malaysia / 6 h ago

Selangor introduces guidelines to streamline care centre registration, governance

Deputy Works Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Maslan (centre) during his working visit to the Johor Bahru Public Works Department (JKR) office in Johor Bahru, April 16, 2026. — Picture by Ben Tan

Malaysia / 8 h ago

Malaysia rolls out RM80m classroom push to ease overcrowding in schools nationwide

Transport Minister Anthony Loke and National Unity Minister Datuk Aaron Ago Dagang handing over a mock cheque to the Malaysia Buddhist Consultative Council during a press conference on the National Wesak Conference at Wisma Dharma Cakra Building in Kuala Lumpur, April 16, 2026. — Picture by Yusof Isa

Malaysia / 8 h ago

Govt allocates RM2.5m for National Wesak Conference, wider community outreach

Ministers Hannah Yeoh, Datuk Fahmi Fadzil and other officials stand beside an abandoned car being collected for disposal at PPR Pantai Ria in Kuala Lumpur on April 16, 2026. — Photo by Firdaus Latif

Malaysia / 10 h ago

Move it or lose it: DBKL goes on a 4,500-vehicle towing spree

Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail speaks to students at the presentation of ‘Mekar Didik’ documents at Sekolah Bimbingan Jalinan Kasih in Kuala Lumpur, April 16, 2026. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 6 h ago

Home minister to parents: Register births promptly or risk future documentation issues

An unemployed man denied in the Sessions Court in Pasir Mas, Kelantan, today that he had conspired to abduct a man using criminal force in an incident alleged to have taken place last year. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 6 h ago

Unemployed man pleads not guilty to abduction conspiracy in Tumpat

Jasin district police chief Superintendent Lee Robert said police opened an investigation paper after receiving a report from a complainant who is also a police officer at the Merlimau police station at 1.04pm today. — Picture by Choo Choy May

Malaysia / 7 h ago

AI-generated police video: Girl under investigation, say Jasin cops

Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Aminuddin Harun said the new target, an increase of 500,000 trees compared to the 1.5 million trees set under PPM 1.0, is achievable as it forms part of the ongoing efforts to strengthen environmental sustainability and expand green areas across the state. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 6 h ago

N. Sembilan targets two million trees under Malaysia Greening Programme 2.0

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Singapore

Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong emphasised that Asia is particularly exposed, given its heavy reliance on imported energy that flows through the Strait of Hormuz.— TODAY pic

Singapore / 12 h ago

Singapore stresses energy security urgency for Asia amid West Asia conflict, says PM Wong

A new study has found that nearly one in five resident workers in Singapore holds qualifications above what their jobs require, yet most say they chose these roles voluntarily. — TODAY pic

Singapore / 1d ago

Singapore study finds 1 in 5 workers overqualified, but most choose such roles

The Ministry of Education said bullying and hurtful behaviour cases will be differentiated, with bullying assessed based on factors such as intent, impact and recalcitrance. — TODAY pic

Singapore / 1d ago

Caning, suspension, detention: Singapore schools to enforce standard punishments for bullying by 2027

Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong said both countries will continue to stay open, keep essential trade and supply lines flowing, and support one another. — Reuters pic

Singapore / 1d ago

Singapore, Brunei pledge stronger energy cooperation as West Asia conflict escalates

According to Channel NewsAsia, MAS noted in its latest quarterly macroeconomic review that firms are likely to adopt a more cautious stance on manpower expansion, with salary increases also expected to come in softer than in 2025. — Reuters pic

Singapore / 2d ago

Singapore hiring, wage growth set to soften in 2026 amid West Asia uncertainty, according to MAS

Singapore recorded three IPOs during the quarter, with overall performance bolstered by a major real estate investment trust (REIT) listing on the Singapore Exchange, which contributed significantly to total proceeds, the firm said in its ‘Global IPO Trends’ report. — Reuters pic

Singapore / 2d ago

Singapore IPO proceeds jump to US$967m in Q1 despite global slowdown, says EY report

File picture of the Monetary Authority of Singapore’s headquarters in Singapore June 28, 2017. Singapore’s central bank tightened monetary policy today and raised its inflation outlook for 2026, citing rising uncertainty linked to the Middle East conflict and its impact on global energy supply. — Reuters pic

Singapore / 2d ago

Singapore tightens policy as inflation outlook rises amid West Asia risks

People sit outside a construction site in Singapore in this file picture dated February 16, 2021. Singapore’s economy grew at a slower pace of 4.6 per cent year-on-year in the first quarter of 2026, slowing from 5.7 per cent in the previous quarter, according to advance estimates released by the Ministry of Trade and Industry (MTI) on Tuesday, reported CNA. — Reuters pic

Singapore / 2d ago

Singapore GDP growth eases to 4.6pc in first quarter, advance estimates show

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World

Pope Leo XIV gives a speech, criticising world leaders for what he described as spending billions on ‘killing and devastation’, during a meeting for peace with the community of Bamenda in Saint Joseph’s Cathedral in Bamenda, Cameroon, April 16, 2026. — Reuters pic

World / 6 h ago

Pope Leo warns of world ‘ravaged by tyrants’ during visit to Cameroon amid renewed attacks from Trump

Families wait as Turkish police surround the school where a 13 year-old teenager opened fire in Kahramanmaras, on April 15, 2026. — AFP pic

World / 7 h ago

Turkiye detains 162, blocks over 1,100 social media accounts over online posts linked to school shootings

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Hindu nationalist Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) draws much of its support from the densely populated north, and critics say expanding seats in parliament would therefore benefit it the most. — Bernama file pic

World / 10 h ago

India's Modi pushes plan to expand parliament and reserve seats for women, opposition protests

The helicopter, owned by local firm Matthew Air Nusantara, took off from the West Kalimantan province on the Borneo island heading to another destination in the same province, according to the local search and rescue agency. — Pexels.com pic

World / 10 h ago

Search underway for missing helicopter with eight on board in West Kalimantan

Government spokesperson Ratchada Thanadirek said the cabinet had approved measures to mitigate the impact of rising oil prices on the transport sector, covering public buses, freight trucks and for-hire vehicles, with a total budget of about 2.06 billion baht (about 254 million). — Reuters pic

World / 10 h ago

Thailand approves multi-billion baht aid to stabilise transport fares as fuel prices surge

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World / 14 h ago

New York mayor condemns police beating video as investigation into viral clip begins

The duo was jailed for “laptop farms” operation, which hosted computers that overseas individuals could remotely log into, posing as US-based workers. — Pixabay pic

World / 15 h ago

Two New Jersey men get prison terms for helping North Korean IT workers exploit US firms

The US is imposing a military blockade of the Strait of Hormuz after Iran blocked shipping for over six weeks of war in a conflict which is on hold as a fragile two-week ceasefire remains in place. ― Reuters pic

World / 16 h ago

Iran adviser threatens to sink US ships in Strait of Hormuz amid blockade tensions

Money

The currency has emerged as the pressure valve, with the Thai baht sliding about 2.8 per cent since the war broke out, though it has clawed back some of the losses since the ceasefire was announced last week. — Reuters pic

Money / 5 h ago

Foreign investors exit Thai assets at fastest pace since 2024 as oil shock exposes economic vulnerabilities

Prominent economists called today for governments to introduce windfall profit taxes on energy companies who are set to reap financial benefits from the US-Israeli war on Iran. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin

Money / 6 h ago

Leading economists urge windfall profit taxes on energy firms amid war‑driven price surge

The ringgit rebounded to close higher against the US dollar ahead of the release of Malaysia’s advance gross domestic product estimates for the first quarter of 2026, due tomorrow. — Picture by Choo Choy May

Money / 7 h ago

Ringgit firms against US dollar ahead of Malaysia’s 1Q GDP data

Renault Group CEO Francois Provost presents the group's new strategy during the FutuREady event at the Technocentre in Guyancourt, near Paris March 10, 2026. — Reuters pic

Money / 7 h ago

Renault aims for seven models and 5pc India market share by 2030, says CEO

Money / 6 h ago

Kering CEO aims to double profit margins and revive Gucci in sweeping overhaul

Bursa Malaysia rebounded from early losses to close higher today supported by a more stable global backdrop amid rising hopes of an easing in United States-Iran tensions following renewed talks. — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa

Money / 8 h ago

Bursa Malaysia rebounds on hopes of easing US–Iran tensions

IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva urged central banks to “wait and see” before adjusting interest rates if they can do so. — Reuters pic

Money / 16 h ago

IMF warns of tough global economic times ahead if Middle East war drives oil prices higher

At 8 am, the local currency edged up to 3.9510/9570 against the greenback, from 3.9550/9600 at yesterday’s close. ― Bernama pic

Money / 17 h ago

Ringgit opens higher as hopes of US-Iran talks ease oil price pressure

Sports

The French Open, staged annually at Roland-Garros, has maintained equal prize money for men and women. — AFP pic

Sports / 6 h ago

French Open boosts prize money 9.5pc, trials wearable tech and honours retiring players

Players care for Liverpool’s French striker #22 Hugo Ekitike who lies injured during the Uefa Champions League quarter final, second-leg football match between Liverpool and Paris Saint-Germain at Anfield in Liverpool April 14, 2026. — AFP pic

Sports / 7 h ago

‘Huge blow’: Liverpool and France confirm Ekitike out of season and World Cup with Achilles rupture

Pearly Tan expressed deep regret over her withdrawal, apologising to teammates, stakeholders and fans for being unable to represent the country in the prestigious team event. — AFP pic

Sports / 10 h ago

Malaysia suffer blow as Pearly Tan withdraws from Uber Cup Finals with back injury

FIFA president Gianni Infantino said Iran is scheduled to play its three Group G matches in the United States—two in Los Angeles and one in Seattle—with its base for the tournament in Tucson, Arizona. — AFP pic

Sports / 13 h ago

Infantino says Iran will ‘for sure’ play in 2026 World Cup despite Middle East war

Guillermo Hoyos, previously Miami’s sporting director, replaces Javier Mascherano, who departed the club for “personal reasons” on Tuesday, just four months after guiding the club to its first MLS Cup title. — AFP pic

Sports / 14 h ago

Messi mentor Hoyos appointed Inter Miami coach, insists friendship won’t soften discipline

Bayern Munich's Colombian forward Luis Diaz (L) and Bayern Munich's English forward Harry Kane celebrate after scoring the third goal against Real Madrid. — AFP pic

Sports / 17 h ago

Bayern Munich stun Real Madrid 4-3 as late Diaz strike seals semi-final spot

With Arsenal missing the injured Bukayo Saka, Martin Odegaard and Jurrien Timber, Arteta saluted Declan Rice’s decision to face Sporting despite being unable to train on Tuesday. — AFP pic

Sports / 17 h ago

Arsenal grind out 1-0 aggregate win over Sporting Lisbon as Arteta insists side can handle pressure

National sepak takraw head coach Ahmad Jais Baharun speaks during a press conference after the launch and voting of the TM ISTAF Sepak Takraw Kuala Lumpur 2026 World Cup at the Sepak Takraw Academy Complex in Kuala Lumpur April 15, 2026. — Bernama pic

Sports / 1d ago

Malaysia land Japan and Singapore in ‘balanced’ Group A for 2026 Takraw World Cup, says coach