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In an Instagram post, Caltex stated that the affected states are Perlis, Kedah, Penang, Perak, and Kelantan. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin

Malaysia / 14 h ago

Caltex Malaysia announces temporary fuel supply disruption in five states due to port delay

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim (centre) says that efforts, including possible negotiations with Russia, are being made to ensure enough domestic supply. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 16 h ago

PM Anwar says Petronas negotiating with Russia for oil is an option, domestic needs priority over supplying other nations

Ships pass through the Strait of Hormuz amid renewed uncertainty after Iran reversed its decision to reopen the waterway. — Reuters pic

World / 13 h ago

Iran shuts Hormuz Strait again after brief reopening over US blockade with ships mid-transit

Indian authorities are investigating a sexual harassment and forced religious conversion scandal at IT giant Tata Consultancy Services, involving allegations of a wider network and a possible Malaysia-based link linked to a purported preacher known as ‘Imran’. — Reuters file pic

Malaysia / 14 h ago

Malaysia link emerges in sexual abuse and conversion scandal at global IT giant TCS in India

Khairy Jamaluddin pledged to serve and help restore public confidence in Umno after his readmission as announced on April 17, 2026. — Picture from Facebook/Khairy Jamaluddin

Malaysia / 13 h ago

In return to Umno, Khairy says no demands, ready to rebuild trust in public

Malaysia continues to import crude oil despite being a producer as consumption nearly doubles output, while disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz are driving up global oil prices and supply chain costs. — Reuters file pic

Malaysia / 14 h ago

What you need to know: Why Malaysia still imports oil and how the Hormuz disruption is driving up costs

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said Sikh families had been part of his life, including during his years of political struggle, imprisonment and court battles. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 10 h ago

PM pays tribute to Karpal Singh, Sikh community, recalls hospital visits during detention

Umno president Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi signalled his personal support to BN’s long-term ally Malaysian Indian Muslim Congress (Kimma) to be accepted as a full member of the coalition, saying ‘Loyalty has a price, and it must be paid, no matter how expensive’. — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa

Malaysia / 18 h ago

Zahid backs Kimma entry into BN, but says other components must agree ‘100pc’ first

In a statement today, the department explained that Level 1 alert is issued when the maximum daily temperature in an area reaches between 35 and 37 degrees Celsius for at least three consecutive days. — Picture by Firdaus Latif

Malaysia / 12 h ago

Stay cool: Seven areas in Peninsular Malaysia under level 1 hot weather alert

The Petronas vessel Ocean Thunder carries one million barrels of crude oil from Basrah, Iraq amid a global fuel and shipping disruption due to geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. — Picture from Instagram/Petronas

Malaysia / 19 h ago

Tanker with one million barrels of crude oil from Iraq arrives in Malaysia

Magistrate Wan Farrah Farriza Wan Ghazali meted out the sentence to Nikolaus Owin Yohanes Laba after he pleaded guilty to dishonestly using a payslip in his name purportedly issued by an auto accessories company, knowing it to be false, on July 3, 2023, at 12.54pm, at Kwang Woon Trading Sdn Bhd in Taman Indah Permai, Manggatal. — Reuters pic

Malaysia / 16 h ago

Man jailed for using fake payslip to buy products on instalment

One-third of global seaborne trade passes through the Straits of Malacca. — Picture from https://intlreg.org/

Malaysia / 13 h ago

Asia’s busiest trade route, the Straits of Malacca, draws scrutiny as security risks rise

Luis Garcia (right) have previously played for Liverpool, Barcelona and Atletico Madrid. — Picture from Facebook/Johor Southern Tigers

Sports / 18 h ago

Al Ahli survive red card scare to edge JDT 2-1 and reach Asian Champions League semi-finals

Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil said that any announcement on minister salary cuts would be decided by the prime minister. — Picture by Firdaus Latif

Malaysia / 18 h ago

Ready for orders on ministers’ salary cuts, says Fahmi

Aaron Chia set to lead team Malaysia at the Thomas Cup Finals in Denmark. — Bernama pic

Sports / 14 h ago

Aaron Chia, Thinaah to lead Malaysia’s charge at Thomas and Uber Cup Finals

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Malaysia / 6 m ago

Prescribing growth: Private hospitals drive Malaysia’s RM7b medical tourism ambition

In 2022, it was reported that private healthcare generated RM6 billion in direct revenue and an additional RM12 billion in indirect contributions to Malaysia’s GDP. — Picture by Miera Zulyana

KUALA LUMPUR, April 19 — Malaysia’s private healthcare sector has evolved into a global medical tourism powerhouse, attracting 1.84 million international patients and generating RM3.34 billion in revenue in 2025 alone.Driven by a rare combination of world-class clinical standards and unmatched cost-competitiveness, the industry has shifted from a niche market...

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Khairy Jamaluddin pledged to serve and help restore public confidence in Umno after his readmission as announced on April 17, 2026. — Picture from Facebook/Khairy Jamaluddin

Malaysia / 13 h ago

In return to Umno, Khairy says no demands, ready to rebuild trust in public

Several state assemblymen have urged Perlis Menteri Besar Abu Bakar Hamzah (pictured) to give an immediate explanation over the postponement of the state legislative assembly session, which had been scheduled from April 21 to 23. — Facebook pic/Abu Bakar Hamzah

Malaysia / 13 h ago

Perlis MB urged to explain last minute postponement of state assembly meeting

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said the federal government allocated RM3.19 billion for the implementation of development projects in Kelantan last year, nearly double the RM1.55 billion allocated in 2022. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 12 h ago

Kelantan development allocation increased to RM8b, says PM

Malaysian Digital Economic Corporation said that the backlog was due to several factors including technological system constraints requiring manual processing, limited workforce resources, and a sharp increase in application volumes. — Facebook/MDEC pic

Malaysia / 13 h ago

Digital Ministry: Backlog of 3,600 foreign knowledge worker applications cleared, processing to stabilise by Q2

said the dialogue was merely receiving and reading memoranda without further action, but will feature comprehensive discussions between various parties including university administrators, academics and students, adding that he wanted all voices to be really heard. — Photo by Raymond Manuel

Malaysia / 11 h ago

Deputy youth minister: Dialogue between Higher Education Ministry and university student league to happen by May

The Prime Minister said this courageous stance is reflected in Malaysia’s position on the West Asian conflict, particularly the United States-backed Israeli attacks on Iran. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 16 h ago

PM Anwar: Malaysia stands firm in speaking truth on global stage

Barisan Nasional chairman Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi affirms that MIC remains a core member of the coalition on April 18, 2026 at the World Trade Centre in Kuala Lumpur. — Picture by Yusof Isa

Malaysia / 17 h ago

MIC still ‘core’ member of BN, says Zahid

Deputy Prime Minister and also Barisan Nasional (BN) chairman, Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi attends the 46th Malaysian Indian Muslim Congress (KIMMA) General Assembly for the year 2025 at the WTC in Kuala Lumpur on April 18, 2026. — Picture by Yusof Isa

Malaysia / 16 h ago

BN to refine seat formula but stick to existing framework, says Zahid

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SG Alert will be implemented by the Singapore Civil Defence Force to quickly warn the public of emergencies such as major fires, chemical incidents or terror threats, enabling people to take immediate protective action. — AFP pic

Singapore / 16 h ago

Singapore to roll out ‘SG Alert’ system sending emergency phone alerts even on silent mode

Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong said the message was conveyed during a virtual meeting with nearly 50 other countries, co-hosted by French President Emmanuel Macron and United Kingdom Prime Minister Keir Starmer. — Reuters pic

Singapore / 18 h ago

Singapore says Strait of Hormuz must remain open and secure, stresses international law in virtual summit

Singapore Foreign Minister Dr Vivian Balakrishnan noted that the resolution of the protocol was an affirmation of the truly special relationship with Australia. — Reuters pic

Singapore / 14 h ago

Singapore, Australia conclude talks on pact to safeguard fuel and supply chains

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 / 2d ago

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

Singapore and the EU also agreed to allow raw materials used in the manufacturing of meat and egg products to be sourced from any EU member state approved by Singapore. — Picture by Raymond Manuel

Singapore / 1d ago

Singapore approves Greece, Lithuania and Latvia for meat and egg imports from EU

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 / 15 Apr 2026

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 / 15 Apr 2026

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

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 / 14 Apr 2026

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

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Authorities are investigating after Iranian gunboats reportedly opened fire on a tanker near Oman in the Strait of Hormuz. — AFP file pic

World / 10 h ago

Iranian gunboats fire on tanker in Strait of Hormuz, UK agency says

Ships pass through the Strait of Hormuz amid renewed uncertainty after Iran reversed its decision to reopen the waterway. — Reuters pic

World / 13 h ago

Iran shuts Hormuz Strait again after brief reopening over US blockade with ships mid-transit

People walk near an anti-US billboard on a building in Tehran April 16, 2026, as daily life resumes after weeks of conflict, even as economic strain and uncertainty linger. — Reuters pic

World / 6 m ago

A fragile calm in Iran masks deeper fears about the future

This pool photograph distributed by Russian state-owned agency Sputnik shows Russia’s President Vladimir Putin posing for pictures with a member of Young Army Cadets National Movement during a wreath-laying ceremony at the Monument to Minin and Pozharsky on Red Square on the National Unity Day in Moscow November 4, 2023. — AFP pic

World / 6 m ago

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Clara Elliott teaches an introductory firearms class at a backyard shooting range in Midlothian, Virginia, April 11, 2026. — AFP pic

World / 6 m ago

On edge under Trump, anxious liberals are arming themselves in a changing US

A tag reading ‘Liar Fidesz’ is seen over a placard showing outgoing Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban at a bus stop near the South Railway Station in Budapest April 13, 2026. — AFP pic

World / 10 h ago

Europe’s far-right gathers in Milan seeking fresh momentum after Orbán defeat

Analysts said Pope Leo XIV’s public rebuke of Donald Trump marks a shift from restraint to a more assertive moral stance on global conflict. — AFP

World / 10 h ago

Pope vs President: Leo comes into his own in Trump showdown

Displaced residents ride past a destroyed building as they return back to the southern Lebanese city of Nabatieh April 17, 2026. — AFP pic

World / 10 h ago

Hours before ceasefire, strike in South Lebanon leaves families in ruin

Money

Global energy markets remain volatile as the US allows limited Russian oil sales under a new sanctions waiver. — AFP pic

Money / 13 h ago

US grants fresh waiver on Russian oil sales to ease energy price surge

Malaysian Pineapple Industry Board (LPNM) director-general Mohd Khairuzamri M. Salleh said the country’s pineapple industry continues to expand, supported by rising demand from Asia-Pacific markets. — Reuters pic

Money / 13 h ago

Pineapple board says diversified demand cushions Malaysia’s exports from Middle East tensions

IPPFA Sdn Bhd director of investment strategy and country economist Mohd Sedek Jantan said markets may begin to exhibit what is often described as the “all-time high syndrome”, driven by concerns of an imminent correction. — Picture by Raymond Manuel

Money / 19 h ago

Bursa Malaysia likely to trade higher next week on improved global sentiment

Money / 20 h ago

Ringgit likely to stay range-bound next week amid US dollar and geopolitical risks

The five largest aid providers by volume—Germany, the US, Britain, Japan and France—accounted for over 95 per cent of the total fall in assistance. — AFP pic

Money / 17 h ago

Global aid plunges 23pc to record low in 2025 as US cuts under Trump drive sharp decline

Malaysia is emerging as a major hub for data centres as global tech companies, particularly from China, invest heavily in computing infrastructure to support artificial intelligence (AI). — Unsplash pic/Claudio Schwarz

Money / 1d ago

Gamuda unit bags RM1.72b contract to build hyperscale data centre in Port Dickson

Sunway Construction Group Bhd said that SCSB has entered into a construction agreement with an international hyperscaler on April 17 for the construction, completion, testing and commissioning of a hyperscale data centre. — Noah Berger for AWS/Reuters pic

Money / 1d ago

Sunway Construction clinches RM1.75b data centre deal in Selangor with international hyperscaler

The regulator said platforms, including Alibaba-owned Taobao, JD.com, Meituan, Temu-owner Pinduoduo and Douyin — China’s version of TikTok — had failed to check the licenses of stores on their apps and allowed ‘ghost food deliveries’ from unverified vendors. — Reuters pic

Money / 1d ago

China fines e-commerce giants RM2b over ‘ghost’ food deliveries

Sports

Fifa president Gianni Infantino has defended soaring World Cup ticket prices, saying the tournament is the body’s main source of income. — AFP pic

Sports / 10 h ago

‘Fifa is a non-profit organisation’: Infantino defends eye-watering World Cup ticket prices

Youth and Sports Minister Mohammed Taufiq Johari said the move was crucial to prevent major conflicts in the future and to preserve the harmony of the nation’s sports ecosystem. — Bernama pic

Sports / 14 h ago

Sports Ministry steps up talks as fears grow over clubs quitting Super League

Thomas Cup team captain Aaron Chia said Malaysia are more focused after overseas training camp ahead of the Thomas Cup in Denmark. — Picture via Facebook/aaronchiatf

Sports / 11 h ago

Aaron Chia: Overseas camp boost puts Malaysia in ‘high spirits’ ahead of Thomas and Uber Cup

Aaron Chia set to lead team Malaysia at the Thomas Cup Finals in Denmark. — Bernama pic

Sports / 14 h ago

Aaron Chia, Thinaah to lead Malaysia’s charge at Thomas and Uber Cup Finals

Luis Garcia (right) have previously played for Liverpool, Barcelona and Atletico Madrid. — Picture from Facebook/Johor Southern Tigers

Sports / 18 h ago

Al Ahli survive red card scare to edge JDT 2-1 and reach Asian Champions League semi-finals

Frank Lampard’s Championship leaders clinched promotion yesterday with a 1-1 draw against Blackburn, sparking jubilant celebrations from the Sky Blues boss, his players and 7,500 Coventry fans at Ewood Park.— Reuters pic

Sports / 19 h ago

Frank Lampard leads Coventry back to Premier League after 25-year absence

Rashford still has two years left on a lucrative contract that will be subject to a reported 25 per cent rise next season if United qualify for the Champions League. — AFP pic

Sports / 20 h ago

Carrick refuses to rule out Marcus Rashford Manchester United return after Barcelona loan

Bayern Munich’s Luis Diaz celebrates scoring their third goal with Michael Olise against Real Madrid at Allianz Arena, Munich, April 15, 2026. — Reuters pic

Sports / 1d ago

Bayern on brink of Bundesliga title after Real Madrid triumph