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A stock photo illustrating a typical ‘finfluencer’ at work. — Pexels pic/RDNE Stock project

Money / 14 h ago

No more free rein for Malaysia’s ‘finfluencers’: Unlicensed advice could mean RM10m fine as regulators tighten oversight

Two men appeared in the Magistrates’ Court today to be charged with murdering a saleswoman whose naked, bound body was found near the Blue Water Estate roundabout in Seri Kembangan last month. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 7 h ago

Two men charged with murder of saleswoman found bound and naked near Seri Kembangan roundabout

随着首相拿督斯里依斯迈沙比里于16日（周三）宣布，允许公积金局（EPF）会员特别提款高达1万令吉，在网络掀起“提款与否”的讨论。

Money / 10 h ago

EPF posts double-digit growth with RM63.99b investment income in nine months

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

Malaysia / 10 h ago

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

In this photo taken on September 27, 2022 in Phnom Penh, Cambodia, a victim of a Chinese scamming gang shows a scar on his leg after he was tortured.— AFP file pic

Malaysia / 11 h ago

Nude, bound and hung upside down: Malaysian rescued from Cambodia details torture in trafficking scam

Glorious juicy grilled pork satay is served with ‘nasi impit’, cucumber and red onions. — Picture by Lee Khang Yi

Eat-drink / 12 h ago

Taste the magic of Kevin’s Pork Sate with its tangy sweet peanut sauce at Bandar Sunway’s Rock Cafe

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

Malaysia / 5 h ago

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

Northern region chief Noorizun Kechik demonstrates how to handle non-venomous snakes to a workshop participant. — Picture by Opalyn Mok

Malaysia / 14 h ago

Snakebite myths busted: Why sucking out venom and using tourniquets can be fatal

Seberang Perai Selatan district police chief Supt Jay January Siowou said all those held, aged 16 to 27, were detained by a team from the Traffic Investigation and Enforcement Division of the district police headquarters (IPD). — Picture from Facebook/Jabatan Siasatan Dan Penguatkuasaan Trafik PDRM

Malaysia / 12 h ago

Dangerous driving: 33 caught riding against traffic in Penang Bridge crackdown

On October 16, 2023, the Federal Court ruled that the former prime minister and his son Datuk Nazifuddin Najib must settle their outstanding taxes after dismissing their appeal to overturn the High Court’s decision. — Pictures by Yusof Mat Isa/Bernama

Malaysia / 10 h ago

High Court dismisses Najib, son’s bid to halt bankruptcy over RM1.69b and RM37.6m tax arrears

The row erupted after Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi told Japanese lawmakers that a Chinese attack on Taiwan could threaten Japan’s survival and potentially trigger a military response. — File pic via Reuters

World / 7 h ago

Japan moves to calm China, sends senior diplomat to Beijing as Taiwan tensions deepen

Before taking power last month, Takaichi, an acolyte of ex-premier Shinzo Abe, was a vocal critic of China and its military build-up in the Asia-Pacific. — File pic via Reuters

Money / 11 h ago

Japan tourism stocks tumble after China issues travel warning over Taiwan remarks

Visitors flock to Mersing for island hopping and underwater activities but Reef Check Malaysia’s 2024 survey found its famed coral cover is down to 50 per cent from 60 per cent. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 12 h ago

Johor paradise in peril? Mersing struggles as tourism boom hits reefs and locals’ wallets

It is learnt that the incident occurred when the suspect and several of his compatriots had gone to eat at the restaurant and were not satisfied with the food served. — Picture from Pexels.com

Malaysia / 10 h ago

Food dispute turns deadly in Bukit Mertajam: Female cook stabbed, two hurt in Penang

The Penang government is hoping to cash in on the 10,000-seater Waterfront Convention Centre opened in October 2025 to host mega concerts and other large-scale events. — Picture from Facebook/Penang Waterfront Convention Centre

Malaysia / 10 h ago

New waterfront centre could make Penang a mega-concert destination, says state tourism exco

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‘Sabah First’ at core of new GRS manifesto, Hajiji says ahead of Nov 29 polls

Hajiji (centre) in a photo call with other GRS leaders after launching the coalition’s manifesto. — The Borneo Post pic

KOTA KINABALU, Nov 17 — Gabungan Rakyat Sabah (GRS) today unveiled its manifesto for the 17th Sabah state election, outlining a direction built on one vision, four guiding pillars, and 16 development strategies to shape the state’s progress over the next five years.GRS chairman Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor, who launched...

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Ewon said the people of Sabah must be able to evaluate the reasons for the appeal before casting their votes in the state election. — Picture via Facebook/Ewon Benedick

Malaysia / 2 h ago

‘Explain all eight points’: Ewon presses Cabinet on appeal over Sabah’s 40pc entitlement

Abang Johari (4th left) presents the Excellent Teacher award to Chung while witnessed by (from 2nd left) Abu Bakar, Mohammad Junaidi, Sagah, Dr Annuar and others. — Penerangan photo

Malaysia / 2 h ago

Abang Johari: Sarawak free tertiary education cannot cover Unimas, UiTM due to federal status

RTM has suspended the broadcast of the children’s animated series ‘Santiago of the Seas’ on TV2 pending a full content review.

Malaysia / 2 h ago

RTM halts cartoon series ‘Santiago of the Seas’ pending review after complaint of alleged LGBT content

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File photo of commuters waiting for an LRT train in Kuala Lumpur. Transport Minister Anthony Loke said LRT3 is undergoing final safety and reliability tests ahead of a targeted December 31 launch. — Picture by Hari Anggara

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LRT3 line set for Dec 31 launch pending final safety tests, says transport minister

Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency officials said the search for missing migrants has ended after 36 bodies were recovered in the capsized boat tragedy. — Reuters pic

2 h ago

Malaysia ends search for migrants after 36 bodies recovered from capsized boat off Langkawi

The housing and local government minister said fire-related losses have surpassed RM1.57 billion this year, as he called for stronger preventive measures. —Picture by Raymond Manuel

2 h ago

Fire losses hit RM1.57b in Malaysia this year, says Nga Kor Ming

state Health and Environment Committee chairman Ling Tiang Soon said Johor has set up a task force with the Health Ministry to address the widening gap in nursing manpower. — Picture by Sayuti Zainuddin

2 h ago

‘Worrying’ nurse shortage threatens operations of Johor hospitals, warns state health chief

Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency (MMEA) personnel searches for victims of a boat from Buthidaung, Myanmar, that sank near the Malaysia-Thailand border, during a search and rescue operation close to Langkawi, November 9, 2025. — Reuters pic

3 h ago

‘Not just a security issue’: Saifuddin Nasution urges broader view of Rohingya boat tragedy off Langkawi

GRS chairman Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor delivers his speech at the launch of the GRS manifesto for the 17th Sabah state election at the Sabah International Convention Centre in Kota Kinabalu November 17, 2025. — Bernama pic

3 h ago

‘Still intact, still strong’: Hajiji says GRS unfazed by several leaders’ exits before Sabah polls

The Court of Appeal in Putrajaya, where judges reinstated the original 12-month default jail term for two men convicted of transporting prohibited imported goods. — Picture by Raymond Manuel

3 h ago

Two to serve 12 months in jail after failing to pay RM1.1m fine in prohibited goods case, Appeals Court rules

Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan (right) speaks during the Fortune Innovation Forum 2025 in Kuala Lumpur November 17, 2025. — Picture by Yusof Isa

3 h ago

Malaysia stakes its claim as the ‘safe middle’ in global supply chains, says Amir Hamzah

Abang Johari delivers his speech during the launching of DBOS Islamic Banking Window. — Penerangan photo

3 h ago

Abang Jo: Sarawak awaiting Anwar’s call to negotiate increase in parliamentary seats

Perak Science, Environment and Green Technology Committee chairman Teh Kok Lim speaks to reporters after attending the Majlis Anugerah Inovasi Perak at the Perak Darul Ridzuan Building in Ipoh November 17, 2025. — Picture by John Bunyan

3 h ago

Why did Sungai Perak turn blue? Investigators still searching for answers, says state rep

File photo of Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim saluting as his wife, Datuk Seri Dr Wan Azizah Wan Ismail, looks on before boarding their flight to Tianjin, China, at Kuala Lumpur International Airport in Sepang August 31, 2025. — Picture via Facebook/anwaribrahimofficial

4 h ago

Anwar opts for chartered Malaysia Airlines jet for Africa trip to cut time and costs, says aide

Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi with Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim at the 82nd National Land Council (MTN) meeting in Kuala Lumpur, November 17, 2025. — Picture from Facebook/Zahid Hamidi

4 h ago

Proposed changes to Aboriginal Peoples Act tabled at National Land Council meeting

Selangor Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Amirudin Shari said LPHS had so far acquired 1,199 residential units under the scheme, benefiting people of various races and religions since the programme was launched eight years ago. — Bernama pic

4 h ago

Selangor eyes 3,000 more homes for Smart Rental Scheme by 2027

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim will be visiting three fast-growing African economies from November 18 to 24, 2025 to meet state leaders, business and youth to expand trade and diplomatic ties. — Bernama pic

4 h ago

PM Anwar flies to Ethiopia, South Africa and Kenya this week to boost trade and diplomacy

State Infrastructure and Agriculture Committee chairman Datuk Izham Hashim said that, in addition, 39 flood mitigation projects, worth RM383.35 million, funded by the Selangor government, are at various stages of implementation. — Bernama pic

4 h ago

Selangor completes 34 flood mitigation projects, ramps up monsoon readiness

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13 Nov 2025

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12 Nov 2025

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