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Screengrabs of a video showing two men shot dead by unknown assailants outside a shopping mall in Cheras just after midnight on June 17, 2025. — Picture from Facebook/Mohd Hafiz
Malaysia  / 14 h ago

Shooting outside Cheras mall leaves two men dead; cops on hunt for helmeted perpetrators

A delivery driver from a local courier service slots a parcel into a mailbox in Sungai Buloh July 13, 2025. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin
Malaysia  / 15 h ago

Paying for nothing: How Malaysians are scammed using parcels they never ordered

Datuk Seri G. Palanivel was MIC president from 2010 to 2013. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 11 h ago

G. Palanivel, who led MIC and served four terms as MP, dies in HKL at 76

Screengrabs of a video showing two men shot dead by unknown assailants outside a shopping mall in Cheras just after midnight on June 17, 2025. — Pictures from Facebook/Mohd Hafiz
Malaysia  / 7 h ago

KL cops classify Cheras double shooting as murder, appeal for witnesses

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has praised Malaysia's jump to rank 23rd in the IMD World Competitiveness Ranking 2025. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 12 h ago

‘This belongs to all Malaysians’: PM hails reforms and public-private cooperation for surge in global competitiveness ranking

Melaka MACC director Adi Supian Shafie said the case was being investigated under Section 23 of the MACC Act 2009 and that a remand order will be applied for at the Ayer Keroh Magistrates’ Court on June 17, 2025. — Picture by Choo Choy May
Malaysia  / 12 h ago

MACC arrests Melaka official suspected of channelling RM50m council funds to wife’s bank for shares

Pandan MP Datuk Seri Rafizi Ramli teased his future plans, saying he would reveal more after Hari Raya Haji celebrations earlier this month. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 5 h ago

‘Yang Berhenti Menteri’: Rafizi vows to ‘burn and enlighten’ in new podcast after stepping down as economy minister

The writer says there have been many improvements at KLIA, but suggests more can be done to make things better for all travellers such as integrating the ERL and shuttle buses. — Picture by Yusoft Mat Isa
What You Think  / 12 h ago

KLIA turnaround now visible but plenty of runway for improvements — Lokman Abdul Salam

According to Fortune, NationGate recorded the highest revenue growth across all 500 companies, with a staggering 723 per cent increase. — Picture courtesy of Forbes
Money  / 11 h ago

Malaysia ranks third in Fortune Southeast Asia 500 with 92 firms, NationGate tops region with whopping 723pc revenue growth

Datuk Seri Dr Zaliha Mustafa said public complaints regarding abandoned vehicles cross 2,500 cases every year in KL alone. — Picture from Facebook/Dr Zaliha Mustafa
Malaysia  / 10 h ago

Dr Zaliha orders FT Ministry, JPJ to plug legal loopholes as abandoned vehicles pile up in KL, Putrajaya

Business groups warn that the imposition of 8 per cent SST on commercial rental and leasing services from July 1 could exacerbate inflation. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin
Money  / 11 h ago

Business groups urge delay of SST expansion, warn 8pc rental tax from July 1 could derail Malaysia’s recovery

Bank Negara Deputy Governor Datuk Marzunisham Omar said price levels remain elevated, causing rising costs of living to be more felt. — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa
Malaysia  / 8 h ago

BNM: Food prices up 17.5pc since 2020 but wages lag, fuelling Malaysia’s cost-of-living strain

US President Donald Trump spoke to reporters during the Group of Seven (G7) Summit at the Pomeroy Kananaskis Mountain Lodge in Kananaskis, Alberta. — AFP pic
World  / 14 h ago

‘Evacuate Tehran immediately,’ Trump warns as Israel intensifies attacks

Two men, aged 55 and 56, in Penang said they were duped of their retirement savings after contacting a woman on WhatsApp who promised high returns on their online investments. — AFP pic
Malaysia  / 11 h ago

‘Withdrawal fee’ trap: Two Penang retirees lose RM1.15m in Facebook, Instagram scam ads

Datuk Seri G.Palanivel (sitting) sharing a light moment in 2013 with Datuk Seri Dr S.Subramaniam (left) before their rift in 2015. — Picture by Choo Choy May
Malaysia  / 6 h ago

Anwar leads tributes for former MIC chief and ex-minister Palanivel who died today

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Chuah Choo Chiang
Chuah Choo Chiang
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It was here at the Genesis Scottish Open exactly a year ago that Tom Kim, who was then 20, broke out in a big way following a top-3 finish at the Renaissance Golf Club in North Berwick. — AFP file pic
13 Jul 2023

Kim relishes a return to Scotland where his life changed a year ago

Hideki Matsuyama looks on at the practice range during a practice round of the US Open golf tournament at the Los Angeles Country Club July 12, 2023. — Picture by Kiyoshi Mio-USA TODAY Sports via Reuters
14 Jun 2023

Hideki Matsuyama displays lighter side of his personality with new look

KH Lee hits his tee shot on six during the second round of the Wells Fargo Championship golf tournament. ― Jim Dedmon-USA TODAY Sports via Reuters
10 May 2023

Korea’s Lee embracing the pressure as he chases historic three-peat

The Masters is not one for the faint-hearted and the Korean star, who is a two-time PGA TOUR winner, knows that his proven track record at the fabled venue will make him a worthy contender. — Reuters pic
03 Apr 2023

Im Sung-jae all set to launch another title assault at Masters

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Si Woo Kim with his father Du Ryu Kim after his 2017 PLAYERS Championship win. — Picture courtesy of Getty Images
06 Mar 2023

Humble Kim eyes PLAYERS crowning glory once more

Kiradech Aphibarnrat, who was once ranked as high as 29th in the world, plans to maintain Bangkok as his home base as he seeks to regain his best form. — Kevin Liles-USA TODAY Sports via Reuters
07 Feb 2023

Asian Swing poised to deliver boost for region’s best in Far East

Aoki’s place in golf’s annals is eternally cemented when he became the first Asian and Japanese male golfer to taste victory on the PGA TOUR. —
11 Jan 2023

Remembering Isao Aoki’s historic milestone for Asian golf some 40 years ago

Koreans KH Lee, Tom Kim, Si Woo Kim and Sungjae Im at the Presidents Cup. — Picture via Getty Images
19 Dec 2022

Tis the season to be jolly

Tom Kim celebrating his winning putt against Patrick Cantlay-Xander Schauffele during the Presidents Cup. — Getty Images pic
03 Nov 2022

Tom Kim’s rise may spark Asian wave as Se-ri Pak once did for women golf

Im grew up playing golf on Jeju island, thanks to his parents’ encouragement, and his rise in the professional ranks has no doubt been meteoric. — Reuters pic
19 Sep 2022

Ironman Im capable of putting in the steel in International quest for victory

Joohyung Kim with the International Team flag and Presidents Cup. — Picture via PGA Tour
25 Aug 2022

With all the buzz, Tom Kim poised to go places with Presidents Cup the next stop

Rory McIlroy plays a shot from the fairway of the seventh hole during the second round of the Travelers Championship golf tournament. — Vincent Carchietta-USA TODAY Sports
27 Jun 2022

Asia’s golf history seekers set to benefit from PGA Tour’s enhancements

Lee Kyoung-Hoon looks over the green on 8 during the first round of the Wells Fargo Championship golf tournament May 6, 2021. u00e2u20acu201d Reuters pic
10 May 2022

Lee remembers parents’ sacrifice ahead of Byron Nelson defence

Hideki Matsuyama of Japan looks on from the practice area prior to the Masters at Augusta National Golf Club in Augusta, Georgia April 3, 2022. u00e2u20acu201d Getty Images via AFP
04 Apr 2022

Irrespective of Masters outcome, Matsuyama’s place in golf history is sealed

People are seen playing golf at the Seri Selangor Golf Club in Petaling Jaya February 13, 2021. u00e2u20acu2022 Picture by Ahmad Zamzahuri
08 Mar 2022

Players Championship showcases legacy that is known as the PGA Tour

YE Yang plays his shot from the 17th tee during the first round of the PGA Championship golf tournament at Bethpage State Park, New York May 16, 2019. u00e2u20acu201d Reuters picnn
15 Feb 2022

Tiger-tamer Yang excited at second chapter of his golf career

Hideki Matsuyama hoists the trophy during the final round of the Sony Open at the Waialae Country Club, Honolulu January 16, 2022. u00e2u20acu201d Reuters pic
24 Jan 2022

Golden age on the horizon for Asian golfers?

Tiger Woods tees off on the 4th during the first round of the 2020 PGA Championship golf tournament at TPC Harding Park. u00e2u20acu2022 Kelvin Kuo-USA TODAY Sports pic via Reuters
15 Dec 2021

Turning 46, Tiger Woods says he is now at peace with himself

Sungjae Im tees off on the second during the first round of the CJ Cup golf tournament in Las Vegas October 14, 2021. u00e2u20acu201d Reuters picnn
02 Nov 2021

Matsuyama and Im race to become first Asian to scale golf’s summit

Lee Kyoung-Hoon looks over the green on 8 during the first round of the Wells Fargo Championship golf tournament May 6, 2021. u00e2u20acu201d Reuters pic
14 Oct 2021

Jovial Lee looks for more joy on PGA Tour

PGA Tour commissioner Jay Monahan (right) addresses the media about the coronavirus pandemic during the first round of the 2020 edition of The Players Championship golf tournament in Florida March 13, 2020. u00e2u20acu201dReuters pic
13 Sep 2021

The power of two as golf looks into the future

Japanu00e2u20acu2122s Hideki Matsuyama chips onto the 14th green during the third round at the Augusta National Golf Club, Georgia April 10, 2021. u00e2u20acu201d Reuters pic
23 Jul 2021

The lighter side of Hideki Matsuyama

Justin Rose (GBR) of Britain celebrates his gold medal win in the men's Olympic golf compeititon. u00e2u20acu201d Reuters pic
02 Jul 2021

Playing at the Olympics: It's bigger than your individual sport

Phil Mickelson raises the Wanamaker Trophy after winning the PGA Championship golf tournament in South Carolina May 23, 2021. u00e2u20acu201d Reuters picnn
04 Jun 2021

Winning, dreaming and giving make golf a beautiful game

Im Sung-jae lines up a putt on the 3rd green during the third round of The Honda Classic golf tournament at the Palm Beach Gardens in Florida March 20, 2021. u00e2u20acu201d Picture by Jasen Vinlove-USA TODAY Sports via Reuters
01 Apr 2021

Asia pin hopes on Im and Pan to see green in spring

Kim Si-woo watches his drive on the 15th hole during the second round of the Valero Texas Open golf tournament in San Antonio April 5, 2019. u00e2u20acu201d Picture by Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports via Reuters
02 Mar 2021

Asia dreams of defining moment at Players Championship

Brandon Wu smiles after making birdie on the 15th hole as he make his way to the 16th during the final round of the Korn Ferry Tour Championship at the Victoria National Golf Course August 30, 2020. u00e2u20acu201d Reuters pic
02 Feb 2021

Brandon Who? Wu poised to be next household name

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06 Jan 2021

Why distance and power matter in golf today

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02 Dec 2020

Slow and steady, Ironman Im delivers high point for Asia in 2020

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07 Oct 2020

Asian swing heads West with best in tow

PGA Tour commissioner Jay Monahan (right) addresses the media about the coronavirus pandemic during the first round of the 2020 edition of The Players Championship golf tournament in Florida March 13, 2020. u00e2u20acu201dReuters pic
04 Sep 2020

The battle to win PGA Tour’s ultimate prize

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Johor teacher’s absence traced back to September as authorities uncover tragic details

 
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said who is also the Finance Minister, said the plan was conveyed by Shell’s Global chief executive officer Wael Sawan during a meeting today. — Reuters pic
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Malaysia secures RM9 billion Shell investment to create high-skilled jobs, says PM Anwar

 
Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said that compassion and fairness must be shown to these students regardless of race, as they not only excelled in their examinations but are also the hope of their parents. — Bernama pic
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Zahid urges Higher Education Ministry to review rejected applications from top SPM students