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The AGC today dismissed Tan Sri Shafee Abdullah’s claims that the High Court decision had diluted the powers of the Yang di-Pertuan Agong (YdPA), Malay rulers and governors to grant pardon to convicted persons.. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin
Malaysia  / 17 h ago

AGC: Najib’s lawyer’s claims ‘untrue’; High Court’s house arrest ruling actually strengthens rulers’ pardon powers

Oscar-winning actress Michelle Yeoh is set to attend the Bukit Bintang lighting ceremony in Kuala Lumpur on January 3 with her husband Jean Todt as part of the Visit Malaysia 2026 campaign, Housing and Local Government Minister Nga Kor Ming said. — Picture via Instagram/michelleyeoh_official
Malaysia  / 16 h ago

Oscar-winning actress Michelle Yeoh to attend Visit Malaysia 2026 launch at Bukit Bintang on Jan 3

The High Court ruled that there was no provision in the law to place Datuk Seri Najib Razak under house arrest. — Picture by Yusof Isa
Malaysia  / 5 h ago

Explained: Why did Najib lose his house arrest bid at the High Court?

At 6pm, the local currency surged to 4.0615/0665 versus the greenback, from 4.0770/0800 at yesterday’s close. The ringgit reached 4.0747 on March 5, 2021. — Reuters pic
Money  / 16 h ago

Ringgit rallies to strongest level since March 2021 amid soft US dollar

Nizar Najib expressed disappointment in the decision not to allow Datuk Seri Najib Razak's release. — TikTok screenshot
Malaysia  / 17 h ago

‘Justice will prevail’: Najib’s son says father had packed his belongings, vows to keep fighting for his freedom (VIDEO)

Former Malaysian Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak and his daughter Nooryana Najwa Najib is pictured at Kuala Lumpur High Court in Kuala Lumpur August 9, 2019. — Picture by Firdaus Latif
Malaysia  / 1 h ago

Najib’s daughter says family should have been told from the start royal addendum was unenforceable

In the incident, Hayani Yaakob, in her 50s, and her five-year-old adopted daughter, known as Andra, were burnt alive after being trapped inside the house, while Hayani’s son was injured when part of the roof structure collapsed. — Picture from Facebook/Bomba Sukarela Sungai Puyu Butterworth Pulau Pinang
Malaysia  / 19 h ago

Penang top cop: Victim’s son believed to have acted alone in Butterworth fire that killed mum, adopted daughter

Thailand’s foreign minister Sihasak Phuangketkeow holds a press conference following a special Asean foreign ministers’ meeting on the Thai-Cambodian border conflict, in Kuala Lumpur on December 22, 2025. — AFP pic
World  / 18 h ago

‘We guarantee it’s safe’: Thailand rejects Cambodia’s call for neutral venue as border talks stall

Colourful Christmas lights and festive decorations at a home in Taman Teluk Molek, Teluk Air Tawar have drawn crowds, becoming a symbol of joy, harmony and multicultural unity after homeowners D. Charles, 53, and S. Christe, 48, opened their home to the public. — Bernama pic
Life  / 15 h ago

Christmas magic in Butterworth: Light display at local couple’s home goes viral, draws thousands of visitors

The Sultan of Selangor, Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah, and the Tengku Permaisuri of Selangor, Tengku Permaisuri Norashikin, yesterday extended their Christmas greetings to all Christians, particularly those in Selangor. — Picture via Facebook
Malaysia  / 3 h ago

Selangor Sultan, Tengku Permaisuri extend Christmas greetings

MyCC chairman Tan Sri Idrus Harun, in a statement, said these enterprises are provisionally found to have infringed section 4(2)(d) of the Competition Act 2010 (Act 712). — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa
Malaysia  / 19 h ago

Six firms face MyCC scrutiny over alleged bid-rigging of 16 quotations and one tender issued by Kluang Prison Dept

A drive down to Gao Sang Bak Kut Teh in the early morning will be rewarded with this collagen-rich piece of meat served with a deep flavoured broth — Picture by Lee Khang Yi
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From ‘bak kut teh’ in Klang to an Indian vegetarian meal in Brickfields, here are my best dishes for 2025

Kuala Langat Deputy Police chief DSP Mohd Sufian Amin said the department received a report on the incident from the victim’s mother on November 18. — Picture by Ahmad Zamzahuri
Malaysia  / 3 h ago

Police probe alleged assault of man by own officers in Banting

Seberang Perai Selatan police chief Supt Jay January Siowou said the boy has been identified as Mohamad Arishh, who is of Indian Muslim ethnicity. — Picture by Ahmad Zamzahuri
Malaysia  / 2 h ago

Police seek help to locate missing 13-year-old boy

This photo provided by the US Justice Department on December 19, 2025 shows an undated picture of former US president Bill Clinton in a jacuzzi at an undisclosed location as the Justice Department began releasing the long-awaited records from the investigation into the politically explosive case of convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. — AFP pic
World  / 15 h ago

Victims exposed, but not the powerful: Survivors slam redacted Epstein files as dangerous and unjust

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Flames rise from the ruptured gas pipeline in Jalan Putra Harmoni, Putra Heights, on April 1, 2025. — Picture by Choo Choy May
19 Dec 2025

Malaysia’s 2025 in review: Trump’s visit, the Putra Heights gas‑pipeline inferno, deadly shootouts and major scandals

Muar MP Syed Saddiq Syed Abd Rahman speaks to the press at the Palace of Justice in Putrajaya on June 25, 2025. — Sayuti Zanudin pic
17 Dec 2025

After court‑ordered ‘reflection’ on Syed Saddiq appeal, prosecution decides the next move is forward

Muar MP Syed Saddiq Syed Abdul Rahman at the Palace of Justice in Putrajaya, December 12, 2025. Speaking to reporters after proceedings adjourned alongside lead counsel Datuk Hisyam Teh Poh Teik and Datuk Ambiga Sreenevasan, Syed Saddiq said he respected the court’s decision to call for further submissions and emphasised that he had never once tried to delay proceedings throughout the nearly two-year legal battle. — Bernama pic
12 Dec 2025

‘I leave it to the courts’: Syed Saddiq puts faith in judiciary after apex court tells prosecution to rethink case

Muar MP Syed Saddiq Syed Abdul Rahman yesterday the Federal Court in Putrajaya. — Picture by Yusof Isa
12 Dec 2025

Federal Court pauses Syed Saddiq appeal, tells prosecution and defence to reassess positions

 

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Muar MP Syed Saddiq Syed Abdul Rahman arrives at the Federal Court in Putrajaya, December 11, 2025. — Picture by Yusof Isa
11 Dec 2025

Federal Court reviews prosecution bid to reinstate Syed Saddiq’s corruption and money-laundering charges

Malaysian Employers Federation (MEF) adviser and former executive director Datuk Shamsuddin Bardan speaks during the launch of the MEF Survey Publication in Petaling Jaya December 5, 2025. MEF president Datuk Syed Hussain Syed Husman is seen on the right. — Picture by Raymond Manuel
05 Dec 2025

Two-thirds of employers bracing for medical premium surge in 2026, MEF survey shows

Malaysian Employers Federation (MEF) president Datuk Syed Hussain Syed Husman said the body viewed 24-hour Socso protection as a positive step but warned unresolved tax refund delays are straining businesses.— Picture by Raymond Manuel
05 Dec 2025

MEF backs 24-hour Socso coverage, but urges Putrajaya to resolve tax refund delays

Datuk Syed Hussain Syed Husman (centre), president of the Malaysian Employers Federation (MEF), speaks during the launch of the MEF Survey Publication in Petaling Jaya on December 5, 2025 — Picture by Raymond Manuel
05 Dec 2025

Mixed signals on e-invoices leave companies unsure, MEF urges govt clarity ahead of Jan 1 compliance date

MEF’s 2026 forecast showed executives may see a 5.33 per cent increase while non-executives are projected to receive 5.01 per cent. —Picture by Yusof Isa
05 Dec 2025

MEF: Nearly 90pc of Malaysian workers got pay hikes in 2025, average bonus two months

Wangsa Maju district police chief ACP Mohamad Lazim Ismail said the police received a report regarding the incident last night and the case has been classified as sudden death. — Unsplash pic
03 Dec 2025

Man dies after fall while retrieving pickleball at KL sports facility

Datuk Hashim Hamzah takes his oath during the swearing-in ceremony as a new Chief Judge of Malaya at the Palace of Justice in Putrajaya, December 3, 2025. — Picture by Yusof Isa
03 Dec 2025

Hashim Hamzah sworn in as 15th Chief Judge of Malaya

Datuk Azman Abidin, political secretary to the prime minister, with participants during Malaysia Brand Day in Kuala Lumpur, December 2, 2025. — Picture by Raymond Manuel
02 Dec 2025

Over 100 SMEs to showcase homegrown brands at first Malaysia Brand Day 2026

Police have crippled eight online scam call centres operating out of residential units in the capital, arresting 57 people. — Picture courtesy of Kuala Lumpur police
28 Nov 2025

Cops bust eight online scam rings in KL, arrest 52 foreign nationals and five locals

The first reading of the Anti-Bullying Tribunal Bill is scheduled for December 1, 2025 in the Dewan Rakyat. — Unsplash pic
25 Nov 2025

Anti-Bullying Tribunal Bill heads to Parliament next Monday as Putrajaya finalises protection for children

Deputy Higher Education Minister Datuk Mustapha Sakmu said that 60 per cent of Siswa Sulung beneficiaries were from B40 households and stressed that the main criterion was being the first family member to enter university. — Picture by Firdaus Latif
25 Nov 2025

As PTPTN shifts focus to full scholarships, Dewan Rakyat told 7,003 B40 students got tuition-free ticket to higher education

Second Finance Minister Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan said imported goods and overseas services no longer undercut Malaysian businesses as the government is cracking down on the previously untaxed digital sectors. — AFP pic
25 Nov 2025

From Netflix to Google: Malaysia nets RM1.62b from foreign digital giants, ending undercutting of local businesses

Unicef Malaysia deputy representative Sanja Saranovic said sexualised online abuse has overtaken bullying and scams as the most damaging threat to children, yet remains the least likely to be disclosed. ― iStock pic
25 Nov 2025

Non-consensual sexual content now top online threat to Malaysian children, says Unicef

Malaysia is exploring stricter age controls on social media, including a possible ban on accounts belonging to users aged 16 and below. — SoyaCincau pic
24 Nov 2025

Teo: Govt mulling age checks via MyDigital ID to block minors from social media

Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi speaks during the opening ceremony of the 2025 Asean ICT Forum on Child Online Protection and Launch of the National Child Policy Action Plan in Kuala Lumpur, November 18, 2025. — Picture by Firdaus Latif
18 Nov 2025

‘Predators have no borders’: Zahid calls for Asean digital shield for children

Women, Family and Community Development Minister Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri speaks at the Opening Ceremony of the 2025 Asean ICT Forum on Child Online Protection and Launch of the National Child Policy Action Plan in Kuala Lumpur, November 18, 2025. — Picture by Firdaus Latif
18 Nov 2025

Malaysia pushes Asean to step up fight against online child predators, says minister

Genting Malaysia plans to charge motorists using Jalan Genting Highlands a fee to offset the maintenance cost of the mountainous private road, which the company has borne alone since the 1960s. — Picture from https://normasiti2014.wordpress.com
17 Nov 2025

‘Vehicle charges’, not toll: Deputy works minister cautions Genting on what to call private road fee to avoid confusion

MLFF is a toll collection system that allows vehicles to pass without stopping, utilising the Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) system, in addition to the Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) system. ― SoyaCincau pic
17 Nov 2025

Govt to tweak three laws before drivers can skip tolls, Parliament told

He said several discussions on the matter had been held in the past, including those involving Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof. — File pic by Sayuti Zainudin
13 Nov 2025

Anwar says Putrajaya accepts court ruling on Sabah funds, denies political motive

 

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File picture of Muslims attending Aidiladha prayers at the Putra Mosque in Putrajaya, June 29, 2023. The Department of Islamic Development Malaysia (Jakim) will summon a Muslim individual suspected of being involved in the ‘Interfaith Water Ceremony’ programme to obtain an explanation regarding his involvement. — Picture by Hari Anggara
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Jakim to summon Muslim individual over alleged involvement in interfaith water ceremony

 
Taiping District Police Chief ACP Mohamad Nasir Ismail said the incident stemmed from a misunderstanding between two customers and two restaurant workers. — Picture by Choo Choy May
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Police: Viral Taiping restaurant fight resolved amicably

 
Johor Department of Environment (DOE) director Mohd Famey Yusoff said the courts had handed down prison sentences and fines against individuals and responsible parties convicted of environmental offences. — Reuters pic
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Johor DOE: RM3.81m in fines, jail terms imposed for environmental offences this year