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Director-General of Education Dr Mohd Azam Ahmad reportedly said the move follows a comprehensive review that has been underway since September, involving multiple stakeholders. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 18 h ago

‘Too many colours’: Education Ministry to standardise school uniforms by 2027

National Defence Education Centre president Vice Admiral Datuk Sabri Zali (right) with his legal adviser, Muhammad Firdaus Jumaludin, are seen at a press conference in Putrajaya January 2, 2026. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 13 h ago

Vice Admiral Sabri files police report, vows legal action on Chegu Bard’s allegations

Muhyiddin Yassin said today he remains president of Parti Pribumi Bersatu Malaysia and reaffirmed the party’s continued loyalty to Perikatan Nasional. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 16 h ago

‘Not weakness, but strategy’: Muhyiddin says he’s still Bersatu president, party loyal to Perikatan

Datuk Yusof Haslam (2nd right) said desperation, sacrifice and belief carried him through the toughest days of building Skop Productions. — Bernama pic
Showbiz  / 16 h ago

Yusof Haslam says ‘along’ loan — backed by son Syamsul Yusof’s birth certificate — launched his career

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has lunch at Taman Dato Harun Foodcourt in Petaling Jaya today. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin
Malaysia  / 11 h ago

Anwar calls for stop to commission-taking agents in Ramadan bazaar registrations, praises PJ’s system

MetMalaysia in a statement this morning announced that the severe weather warning involves Bentong in Pahang as well as Kuala Selangor, Hulu Selangor, Klang, Gombak, Petaling, Kuala Langat, Hulu Langat and Sepang in Selangor. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 18 h ago

MetMalaysia: Thunderstorms in KL, Selangor and two other states until 12pm today

Police allege a pillow was used in an attempt to suffocate a sleeping husband during the late-night attack. — Pexels pic
Malaysia  / 18 h ago

A pillow, a lover and an insurance policy: Inside an alleged plot to murder a husband in Johor Bahru

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim ways goodbye to congregants after performing Friday prayers at Masjid Jumhuriah, Petaling Jaya today. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin
Malaysia  / 12 h ago

Anwar shrugs off Muafakat revival talk, says it’s not a problem for unity govt

Datuk Dr Zulkifli Hasan said songs with obscene lyrics affecting youths violate Islamic entertainment guidelines. — Picture by Miera Zulyana
Malaysia  / 18 h ago

‘Art must uplift, not corrupt’: Religious affairs minister slams lyrics in controversial local song

(L-R): Chuping Adun Saad Seman, Bintong Adun Fakhrul Anwar Ismail and Guar Sanji Adun Mohd Ridzuan Hashim. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 11 h ago

Three Perlis PAS reps sue Speaker over seat vacancy, say he acted beyond powers

A suspension bridge used by wedding guests in Lata Rek collapsed yesterday, reportedly causing more than 50 people to fall into the Chatel Damai River. — Pictures via Facebook/Info Kemalangan & Bencana Malaysia
Malaysia  / 14 h ago

Over 50 people fall into river as suspension bridge collapses during wedding in Kelantan

The ringgit strengthened to 4.04 against the US dollar — its highest level in nearly five years — after weak US consumer confidence data weighed on the greenback. — Bernama pic
Money  / 18 h ago

Ringgit kicks off 2026 on a high as Trump talk rattles the dollar

Police escort 38-year-old suspect R. Kamala Sarna to the Sessions Court in Johor Bahru, where he was jointly charged with a 46-year-old woman over an attempted murder case today. — Picture by Ben Tan
Malaysia  / 15 h ago

Johor housewife, boyfriend charged with attempted murder over alleged bid to smother husband in his sleep

The author argues that Malaysian cinemas undermine the movie-going experience by forcing patrons through cramped, poorly lit and uncomfortable exit routes — a jarring finale that feels unsafe, unnecessary and wildly out of step with the glamour promised at the front door. — Picture by Ahmad Zamzahuri
Opinion  / 19 h ago

Why must exiting a cinema hall be such a lousy experience?

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said the Madani Government will uphold harmony in diversity while strengthening the economy, reaffirming its commitment to Malaysia in a New Year Facebook post. — Picture via Facebook/Anwar Ibrahim
Malaysia  / 19 h ago

Anwar vows to strengthen economy, uphold unity as Malaysia enters 2026

Helen Hickey
Helen Hickey
Helen Hickey is a British freelance journalist now residing in Paris, France with her hubby, cat and four children who miss everything Malaysian, even those dodgy traffic cops.
 

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15 May 2024

Paris Olympics: Time for the City of Light to shine

Doddy, the Cavapoo, who is now a member of the family. — Picture by Helen Hickey
25 Jul 2023

No empty nest, but a pooch in a pouch

French President Emmanuel Macron gives a news conference at the end of a special meeting of the European Council in light of Russia's aggression against Ukraine, in Brussels, Belgium February 25, 2022. u00e2u20acu2022 Olivier Hoslet/Pool via Reuters
08 Apr 2022

Why I will be voting for Emmanuel Macron this Sunday

 

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Giving back during a gap year

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‘Vive La France’ and ‘Vive Emmanuel Macron’

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It’s a Macron versus Le Pen final

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The French need a Revolution, not crisis

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Women’s March: Millions unite against Trump and all he stands for

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Trump's triumph calls for humour

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Inside the last days of the Calais Jungle

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After the destruction of the Calais Jungle — can we be part of the healing process?

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Between the devil and the deep blue sea

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What’s it like being a teacher?

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2015: France’s annus horribilis

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The Ascent of Woman: Rewriting women back into history

Call-based taxi owner Olivier attended the more peaceful protests at the Prefecture of Versailles. UberPOP = no taxi licence = cheap ride. Next? CafePOP = no alcohol licence = cheap drink. u00e2u20acu2022 File pic
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Uber has won, says French cabbie

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