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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
Malaysia  / 19 h ago

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

Youth and Sports Minister Hannah Yeoh. — Bernama pic
Sports  / 18 h ago

Hannah Yeoh demands full report into Danish Irfan’s SEA Games withdrawal amid online uproar

The appeal, filed by the state government and Menteri Besar, Datuk Seri Muhammad Sanusi Md Nor, was dismissed as lacking merit by Federal Court judge Datuk Dr Lim Hock Leng and Court of Appeal judge Datuk Faizah Jamaludin. Chief Judge of Sabah and Sarawak Datuk Azizah Nawawi delivered a dissenting opinion. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 18 h ago

‘Unconstitutional’: Court of Appeal throws out Kedah govt’s gaming licence appeal in 2-1 split

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim speaks to members of the public after dining at D’Jit Seafood Restaurant in Langkawi, December 12, 2025. The prime minister today said that any claims that lead to religious, racial and ethnic sensitivities must take into account the position of the national language in the country’s Constitution. — Bernama pic  
Malaysia  / 16 h ago

Anwar: Mastery of Bahasa Melayu must come first before proposals on other languages or UEC recognition

A retired primary school headmaster was fined RM10,000, or two months’ jail in default, for making an online threat against a forensic pathologist who testified in the Zara Qairina Mahathir inquest. — Picture via Facebook
Malaysia  / 18 h ago

Zara Qairina case: Retired headmaster fined RM10,000 for threatening forensic pathologist online

In a statement on its Facebook page, the department said weather models indicate the surge could also trigger strong winds and rough seas over the South China Sea during the same period. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 19 h ago

MetMalaysia warns of monsoon surge, heavy rain in east coast and west Sarawak from Dec 14-18

Abdul Karim emphasised that fare-setting in the aviation industry involves multiple considerations and cannot be lowered excessively at the expense of operational viability. – The Borneo Post pic
Malaysia  / 18 h ago

Sarawak minister urges patience as AirBorneo fare complaints mount

Passenger Julia Toon, 25, (right) poses for a selfie with her friend Sim Xin Yng, 29, in front of the Electric Train Service 3 (ETS3) upon arriving at JB Sentral during today’s inspection. The ETS3, which began operations today, carried 233 passengers from KL Sentral and arrived at JB Sentral at around 12.20pm. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 17 h ago

KL–JB ETS3 debuts with four-hour journey, hailed as major relief for commuters

National women’s hammer throw ace Grace Wong Xiu Mei produced an outstanding performance en route to winning the gold medal and smashing the Games record four consecutive times at the SEA Games Thailand 2025 here today. — Bernama pic
Sports  / 18 h ago

Grace Wong smashes four SEA Games records to clinch hammer gold in Bangkok

Vijay, 51, will personally attend the audio launch of his final movie, 'Jana Nayagan', at the Bukit Jalil National Stadium on December 27. — Picture via Instagram/Vijay
Showbiz  / 13 h ago

One last dance: Actor Vijay to rock KL with audio launch of final film ‘Jana Nayagan’ — here’s why it’s worth the hype

The Attorney General’s Chambers’ decision not to appeal Datin Seri Rosmah Mansor’s acquittal and discharge on 17 charges of money laundering and tax evasion is in accordance with the law, the prime minister said. — File picture by Sayuti Zainudin
Malaysia  / 15 h ago

‘Not whether our supporter or enemy’: No political bias in AGC’s decision to drop Rosmah case, says Anwar

Chief Minister Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor highlighted that BESS Lahad Datu, which falls under the jurisdiction of Sabah Electricity, is designed to enhance the stability of the state’s electrical grid, reduce reliance on diesel, and support the integration of renewable energy. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 16 h ago

Sabah launches South-east Asia’s biggest battery energy storage system to boost grid stability

Controversial British adult film star Bonnie Blue is expected to be deported from Indonesia’s Bali island on Friday. — AFP pic
World  / 16 h ago

British adult film star Bonnie Blue’s Bali saga looks set to end with deportation over traffic violations

If you’re flying SIA and celebrating your birthday, remember that you can get free cake on board only on the actual day or one day before or after the flight, and make sure to request for it at least one week in advance. — Unsplash pic
Singapore  / 18 h ago

Birthday blues at 30,000 feet: SIA says no to passenger asking for in-flight cake

Malaysian singer and actress Erra Fazira and Mr E are seen on their wedding day in Subang December 12, 2025. — Picture by Firdaus Latif
Showbiz  / 17 h ago

At their wedding, Mr E dismisses ‘trophy wife’ label, describes Erra Fazira as an established career woman

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Online insurance platform, Bjak Malaysia, celebrates largest partnership with 16 insurers. — Picture courtesy of Bjak
02 Dec 2025

Bjak celebrates Malaysia’s largest online insurance partnership with 16 insurers

Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Datuk Seri Tengku Zafrul Abdul Aziz is seen during the launch of the all-new Saga at Mitec in Kuala Lumpur November 27, 2025. — Picture by Firdaus Latif
27 Nov 2025

Proton launches all-new Saga with prices from RM38,990

Study finds pressing vulnerabilities within Malaysia's care ecosystem. – Picture by Raymond Manuel
19 Nov 2025

Recent study highlights vulnerabilities in Malaysian care workforce remain years after Covid-19

The all-new vivo X300 Series features a Super Telephoto lens promising unparalleled clarity and detail. —Picture by Sayuti Zainudin
11 Nov 2025

vivo X300 Series featuring ZEISS 200MP APO Telephoto and OriginOS 6, redefines flagship imaging and Smoothness with revolutionary OS integration

 

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Malaysia’s relative poverty rate among older persons stands at 42 per cent, indicating the financial struggles of the group. — Freepik pic
03 Nov 2025

Working until 65: A financial lifeline for older Malaysians or a broken ladder for the young?

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim and US President Donald Trump join Asean leaders for a group photo during the 13th Asean-US Summit and luncheon in Kuala Lumpur October 26, 2025. — Bernama pic
28 Oct 2025

Anwar: Trump’s visit reaffirms long-standing Malaysia-US relations, commitment to regional peace

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim celebrates the birthday of Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva during the gala dinner held in conjunction with the 47th Asean Summit and Related Summits in Kuala Lumpur October 27, 2025. — Bernama pic
28 Oct 2025

Brazilian President Lula turns 80 in Malaysia with surprise birthday celebration at Asean Gala

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim hands over a Declaration on the Admission of Timor-Laste into Asean to Asean secretary-general Kao Kim Hourn during the 47th Asean Summit and Related Summits opening ceremony in Kuala Lumpur October 26, 2025. — Picture by Yusof Isa
27 Oct 2025

Asean sec-gen hails Malaysia’s leadership and historic summit milestones

US President Donald Trump boards Air Force One as he departs for Japan at Kuala Lumpur International Airport in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, October 27, 2025. — Reuters pic
27 Oct 2025

Donald Trump departs Malaysia for Japan after one-day Asean visit (VIDEO)

MBSB Bank today committed RM1.3 billion in financing to Weststar Group, marking a significant contribution to the aviation services company’s expansion plans. — Picture by Choo Choy May
03 Oct 2025

MBSB commits RM1.3b to fuel Weststar’s expansion and boost Malaysia’s aviation sector

(From left) National Anti-Financial Crime Centre’s (NFCC) Chian Wen Sin, Bukit Aman Commercial Crime Investigation Department’s (CCID) Supt Rajvinder Kaur, MCMC Head of Community Engagement Department Saidatul Ashikin Abu Hassan, TikTok Malaysia public policy head Firdaus Fadzil, TikTok content creators Wan Fatin Sufina and Kee Sen Yao pose for a picture at TikTok’s #ThinkTwice media briefing on scam prevention in Kuala Lumpur September 29, 2025. — Picture by Choo Choy May
29 Sep 2025

TikTok Malaysia partners with PDRM and govt agencies to fight scams through #ThinkTwice campaign

A recent report by ProtectHealth has found an alarmingly high prevalence of non-communicable diseases among the B40 community. - Picture by Shafwan Zaidon
27 Sep 2025

Expert: Low income a main reason for rising non-communicable diseases among B40 community

19 Sep 2025

Yes has launched its iPhone 17 campaign with two exciting plans

Center for Market Education chief executive officer Carmelo Ferlito presents the latest report titled ‘Indirect Taxation and Innovation: An Asean Framework’. — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa
11 Sep 2025

Malaysian think-tank calls for urgent reforms to South-east Asia’s taxation systems to fight black market

Malaysia Aviation Group (MAG) today announced network expansions to four new destinations for Malaysia Airlines and Firefly at the 2025 Matta Fair. — Picture by Choo Choy May
05 Sep 2025

MAG charts fresh growth with Malaysia Airlines’ Chengdu return and Firefly’s new Asean routes

A school student views a graphic explaining the Jalur Gemilang in Serdang August 12, 2025. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin
31 Aug 2025

Jalur Gemilang: What you should know about Malaysia’s national flag and how to display it properly

Hap Seng Consolidated Berhad chairman Thomas Karl Rapp, Hap Seng Land property management director Manfred Weber and ASPAC, Hyatt International executive vice president & group president David Udell at the launch of Hyatt Regency Kuala Lumpur KL Midtown. — Picture by Firdaus Latif
26 Aug 2025

Five-star Hyatt Regency Kuala Lumpur opens its doors to business, leisure guests at KL Midtown

MetMalaysia confirmed that a 4.1-magnitude earthquake struck Segamat at 6.13am, followed by a 2.8-magnitude tremor in Kluang at 9am on August 24, 2025. — Picture from Facebook/Malaysian Meteorological Department
25 Aug 2025

Is Malaysia really quake-free? Why Johor was rattled by a rare 4.1-magnitude tremor

Currently, the use of electronic cigarettes or vapes is strictly regulated under the Control of Smoking Products for Public Health Act 2024, which came into effect on October 1, 2024. — Reuters pic
02 Aug 2025

Vape groups warn total ban in Malaysia will fuel black market, not cut demand

A scene from the HIV outreach programme in a Kota Bharu homestay last month, which the police claimed was a 'gay sex party'. — Picture courtesy of Sahabat
26 Jul 2025

Vilified by Kelantan cops as ‘gay party’, here’s what actually happens during an HIV outreach and why it’s important

Meru Utama Sdn Bhd director Aznur Azizuddin (right) exchanges documents with Express Rail Link Sdn Bhd alternate director Muhammad Hariz Mohd Nadzmi during the concession signing ceremony at ERL Office, KL Sentral station on July 15, 2025. — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa
15 Jul 2025

Express Rail Link, Meru Utama extend partnership to boost passenger experience with digital assets

Nick Adams is an outspoken fan of Hooters, the US restaurant chain that has long drawn criticism for building its brand around the sexualisation of its female waitstaff. — Picture from Facebook/Nick Adams
12 Jul 2025

Who is Nick Adams, the US ambassador to Malaysia nominated by Trump, and what makes him so controversial?

Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad turns 100 today. — Reuters pic
10 Jul 2025

Dr Mahathir turns 100: A look back at a few defining moments that shaped Malaysia

 

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Hajiji said Sabah will continue programmes to improve living standards and human capital development. — Bernama pic
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Health Minister Datuk Seri Dzulkefly Ahmad inspects a replica of Malaysia’s first photon-counting CT scanner after its launching at Sunway Medical Centre, Sunway City, in Subang Jaya December 12, 2025. Also present is Sunway Group chairman Tan Sri Jeffrey Cheah. — Bernama pic
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Datuk Seri Zambry Abd Kadir said political pressure should not determine education policy. — Picture By Raymond Manuel
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