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Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim speaks during the Christmas high-tea organised by the Christian Federation of Malaysia at the Christian Churches of Malaysia Ecumenical Center in Petaling Jaya, Selangor on December 13, 2025. — Picture by Raymond Manuel
Malaysia  / 8 h ago

BM first, English second and Chinese third: Anwar says mastering languages not a zero-sum game

A screengrab of the incident from footage uploaded on TikTok.
Malaysia  / 15 h ago

No lift-off here: Helicopter on trailer snarls Subang Jaya traffic, cops investigate

Melaka police chief Datuk Dzulkhairi Mukhtar said the woman who claimed her husband was among those shot dead in Durian Tunggal was not legally married to the suspect. — Picture via Facebook/Polis Melaka
Malaysia  / 16 h ago

Woman who claimed husband among Durian Tunggal dead not legally married to him, Melaka police chief says

Sabah Electricity chairman Saadiah Aziz said the utility will not sugar-coat the reality of ongoing power shortages and reliability issues in the state. — Picture via Facebook/Sabah Electricity Corporate
Malaysia  / 15 h ago

‘We won’t sugar-coat it’: Sabah Electricity admits reliability gaps in ongoing state power woes

Penang style ‘lor bak’ at Ben & Col Café. — Picture by CK Lim
Eat-drink  / 17 h ago

Penang-style ‘lor bak’ and ‘cincaluk’ pork: Family recipes come alive at Ben & Col Café in Taman Universiti, PJ

A boy holding a supply stands among people waiting to collect supplies at Batthkav refugee camp, amid clashes between Thailand and Cambodia along a disputed border area, in Chong Kal, Oddar Meanchey Province, Cambodia, December 12, 2025. — Reuters pic
Malaysia  / 16 h ago

Trump credits Anwar’s help as Cambodia and Thailand agree to halt border clashes

The Sea Games run until December 20 in Bangkok and the nearby coastal province of Chonburi, with thousands of athletes from 11 Southeast Asian countries competing in events ranging from football and fencing to skateboarding, sailing and combat sports. — Bernama pic
Sports  / 18 h ago

SEA Games: Seven Malaysian shuttlers move closer to finals in Thailand

The aftermath of the crane collapse at the Tanjung Bin Power Plant near Kukup, Pontian. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 10 h ago

Coal-handling crane collapse at Tanjung Bin power plant leaves two workers dead, three injured

Byun Yo-han and Tiffany Young reportedly grew close after working together on the Disney+ series Uncle Samsik, which premiered in May 2024.— Picture via Instagram
Showbiz  / 15 h ago

The real deal: Actor Byun Yo-han and Girls’ Generation Tiffany Young in serious relationship after co-starring as lovers in ‘Uncle Samsik’

Despite arriving as firm favourites, Tang Jie-Ee Wei were unable to cope with the relentless pressure from the Thais, registering their first-ever defeat against their opponents after winning all three previous encounters. — AFP file pic
Sports  / 13 h ago

Shock semi-final exit for Malaysia’s top mixed doubles pair at SEA Games

In a statement today, lawyers Rajesh Nagarajan (pictured) and Sachpreetraj Singh said remarks by Melaka police chief Datuk Dzulkhairi Mukhtar regarding the marital status and alleged past criminal record of Jayashree were irrelevant and inappropriate. — Picture by Firdaus Latif
Malaysia  / 11 h ago

Lawyers say scrutiny of woman’s background clouds questions over Durian Tunggal police shooting

Karate athlete C. Shahmalarani won gold medal against Myanmar athlete Florence Nay Chi Htun in the Women 50kg Kumite during the 33rd SEA Games Thailand at Govermment Building Complex Chaeng Watthana yesterday. — Bernama pic
Sports  / 17 h ago

Gymnastics, karate and athletics power Malaysia to seven golds at SEA Games

Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail said Special Branch is keeping the group under surveillance despite no immediate security concerns. — Picture by Raymond Manuel
Malaysia  / 12 h ago

Special Branch keeping tabs on Korean ‘cult’, no immediate security concerns detected, says home minister

The Bersatu president said all party donations are deposited into official accounts managed transparently by the treasurer-general. — Picture By Firdaus Latif
Malaysia  / 12 h ago

Muhyiddin says claim he stole Bersatu funds is unfounded

Police have advised the public to remain cautious of silent or abruptly disconnected calls, warning they may be linked to emerging scam tactics. — AFP pic
Malaysia  / 13 h ago

Beware silent calls, police caution amid fears of AI voice exploitation scams

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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
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‘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
1d ago

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

Muar MP Syed Saddiq Syed Abdul Rahman arrives at the Federal Court in Putrajaya, December 11, 2025. — Picture by Yusof Isa
2d ago

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

 

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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

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim viewing the 5.5.millionth car to be produced — a blue Perodua Bezza 1.3l — during his site visit at the Perodua Corporate Building in Rawang, November 11, 2025. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin
11 Nov 2025

‘I’ll be your top salesman abroad’: Anwar pledges to promote Perodua after 5.5 millionth car milestone

A soup dish called soup ‘ikan sungai’ or river fish soup. — Picture courtesy of Happy Campers Productions
11 Nov 2025

From rubber seeds to river fish: Inside the Orang Asli’s wild kitchen in the jungles of Pahang

 

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Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency (MMEA) Tanjung Manis Zone director Maritime Commander Mahkos Juing said the body of 59-year-old Aldin Rakli was recovered by fishermen assisting the search and rescue team at 12.05 pm, about 3.5 nautical miles northwest of Pantai Tekajong. — Bernama pic
7 h ago

MMEA recovers body of fisherman lost at sea off Pulau Bruit

 
Penang police chief Datuk Azizee Ismail said the police were still investigating the suspect, aged 28, who is under remand till Dec 18. — Picture by Ahmad Zamzahuri
7 h ago

Police probe jealousy angle after man surrenders over wife’s killing in Penang

 
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said Malaysia’s ability to manage diversity has strengthened international confidence and positioned it as a stabilising force in South-east Asia. — Bernama pic
7 h ago

Malaysia among world’s most peaceful countries despite being complex, says Anwar