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A man observes the Rolex luxury watch window display at a jeweller in Vienna, Austria on June 8, 2025. — Reuters pic

Singapore / 9 h ago

Italian tries to scam Singapore watch dealer, accidentally sells him genuine RM331,000 Rolex

A vendor stir-fries a mix of yellow noodles and kuey teow in a large wok at a food stall in Semenyih April 14, 2026. — Picture by Raymond Manuel

Malaysia / 12 h ago

Noodles to cost more as price of food packaging goes up in Malaysia, but your favourite ‘mee goreng’ may still be same price... for now

Authorities said no foul play was found in the death of a 13-year-old following a fall at a Tanjung Tokong condominium. — Picture by Choo Choy May

Malaysia / 8 h ago

Penang teen, 13, dies after fall from Tanjung Tokong condominium, no foul play suspected

The AC Hotel by Marriott in Ipoh is one new entrant to the state's hotel scene. — Picture via Marriott website

Malaysia / 5 h ago

Perak struggles to attract major hotels as tourists skip overnight stays

AirAdvisor, a passenger rights platform, has highlighted 10 lesser-known or unexpected airline fees that travellers in South-east Asia may encounter in 2026, reflecting a wider shift in global aviation pricing models. — Picture by Choo Choy May

Life / 12 h ago

You thought that was the fare? 10 hidden airline fees catching SE Asian travellers off guard

The Penang High Court revised the couple’s 12-month jail term to time already served, ordering their immediate release after accepting a joint representation on sentencing. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 5 h ago

Cemetery tryst couple freed after Penang High Court revises jail term to time served following accepted representation

The lower court had previously imposed fines ranging from RM2,000 to RM3,000 on the men who had attacked the KTV outlet. — Social media screenshot

Malaysia / 5 h ago

Court orders additional 10 months’ jail for 33 men who stormed Taman Shamelin KTV after previously imposing fines

Vehicles were moved by strong currents during flash floods triggered by heavy rain in Cameron Highlands. — Pictures via Facebook

Malaysia / 10 h ago

Flash floods hit Cameron Highlands after heavy rain, no injuries reported

US Secretary of Labor Lori Chavez-DeRemer testifies during a House Workforce and Education Committee hearing on Department of Labor policies and priorities on Capitol Hill in Washington, DC on June 5, 2025. — AFP pic

World / 10 h ago

Third woman exits Trump cabinet in weeks as Chavez-DeRemer resigns as labour chief over office scandal

Vehicles make their way through floodwaters along Jalan Ampang Hilir in Kuala Lumpur after continuous rain caused flash floods, disrupting city centre traffic. — Picture via Facebook/dbklklccc

Malaysia / 5 h ago

Flooded stretches on Jalan Ampang Hilir, Jalan Kuching snarl KL traffic

File photo of Negeri Sembilan Mentri Besar Datuk Seri Aminuddin Harun. Four Undang have disputed his account of a DKU meeting and recent developments involving the Sungei Ujong Undang. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 8 h ago

Negeri Sembilan Undang dispute MB’s account of council advice

A woman walks past a banner featuring Iran’s late supreme leaders Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini and Ayatollah Ali Khamenei next to newly elected supreme leader Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei in Tehran on April 19, 2026. — AFP pic

World / 10 h ago

Iran warns US it has ‘new cards’ ready for battlefield if nuclear talks fail

Perak Ruler Sultan Nazrin Muizzuddin Shah delivers his royal keynote address during the Putrajaya Forum 2026 at Mitec in Kuala Lumpur on April 21, 2026. — Picture by Yusof Isa

Malaysia / 8 h ago

Act now, not after harm: Perak Sultan urges early AI regulation at global forum

Study finds fuel prices are among the main worries of Malaysian consumers amid tensions in the Strait of Hormuz. — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa

Malaysia / 6 h ago

Food vs fuel: Survey shows what Malaysians and Thais fear most as oil jitters rise

Selangor Infrastructure and Agriculture Committee chairman Datuk Izham Hashim (right) speaks during a press conference at the Selangor State Assembly building in Shah Alam April 21, 2026. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 4 h ago

Deadline extended: Selangor grants final August exit for Jalan Sungai Buloh nurseries

Malaysia

18 m ago

As global conflicts loom, Putrajaya Forum pushes Asean to aspire for information dominance and bolster climate security

Sultan of Perak, Sultan Nazrin Muizzuddin Shah (centre) visiting the Defence Service Asia (DSA) and National Security Asia (Natsec) exhibition at MITEC in Kuala Lumpur on April 21, 2026. — Picture by Yusof Isa

KUALA LUMPUR, April 21 — With artificial intelligence (AI) rapidly redefining modern warfare, South-East Asian countries are called to rethink a collective regional security approach in an increasingly volatile world.The Putrajaya Forum took place today against this backdrop, in conjunction with the 19th Defence Services Asia (DSA) and National Security...

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Malaysia / 37 m ago

King offers prayers for Johor Haj pilgrims

Thailand will be scorching until May 2026 with temperatures climbing above 40°C and some areas forecasted to hit 60°C. — ETX Studio pic

Malaysia / 1 h ago

Thailand swelters as temperatures hit 43°C, heat index soaring to dangerous 60°C

Narcotics Criminal Investigation Department (NCID) director Datuk Hussein Omar Khan (right) shows the luxury vehicles seized during a press conference at the Kuala Lumpur Police Contingent Headquarters on April 21, 2026. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 1 h ago

Rolls-Royce Cullinan, Porsche Taycan among 18 luxury cars seized as KL cops smash drug ring

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Vehicles were moved by strong currents during flash floods triggered by heavy rain in Cameron Highlands. — Pictures via Facebook

2 h ago

Flash floods in Cameron Highlands draw federal probe, geologists deployed

Kulim deputy police chief DSP Tengku Mohd Faisal Tengku Yeng said the Integrity and Standards Compliance Department (JIPS) has been instructed to conduct an investigation into the officer involved. — File picture by Ahmad Zamzahuri

2 h ago

Police: Kulim officer alleged to have stepped on man’s head to be investigated, focus on arrest SOP compliance

Water levels at one Kuala Lumpur river exceeded the danger threshold this afternoon, with an upward trend recorded, according to the Department of Irrigation and Drainage. — Bernama pic

2 h ago

Rising waters push KL river past danger mark, says Irrigation and Drainage Dept

The accused was found to have stolen 20 household items, including all-purpose flour, from a supermarket in Cheras, Kuala Lumpur, with the total value amounting to RM404.22. — File picture by Shafwan Zaidon

3 h ago

Father of two jailed, fined RM300 over Cheras supermarket theft involving sardines and other daily essentials

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said the initiatives would include unemployed graduates and diploma holders, so as to ensure their skills are not wasted. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin

3 h ago

PM: Govt to announce support measures for those out of work, including unemployed graduates

Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation (Matrade) chairman Datuk Seri Reezal Merican Naina Merican speaks during a press conference in Kuala Lumpur April 21, 2026. — Picture by Firdaus Latif

3 h ago

Matrade turns 47 offices abroad into ‘frontline hubs’ to shield exporters from trade turmoil, says Reezal Merican

Selangor Infrastructure and Agriculture Committee chairman Datuk Izham Hashim (right) speaks during a press conference at the Selangor State Assembly building in Shah Alam April 21, 2026. — Bernama pic

3 h ago

Selangor flood crisis not a quick fix, four-year timeline needed, says exco

Sarawak Water said the message circulating on social media and WhatsApp is false. — Picture via Facebook/sarawakwater

3 h ago

Sarawak Water: Viral message of Sungai Liku reservoir drying up, water rationing is fake

Deputy Works Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Maslan (centre) visits the gallery at the Kota Tinggi Public Works Department (JKR) office in Johor Bahru April 21, 2026. — Picture by Ben Tan

3 h ago

Kota Tinggi Bypass Bridge nears finish line, set to open July 28, says deputy works minister

Perak Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Saarani Mohamad said Perak will set up two committees to monitor and mitigate the impact of global tensions. — Bernama pic

4 h ago

No ‘wait-and-see’: Perak braces for West Asia spillover, sets up twin committees to shield state economy

Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof.said the government recognises that the conflict in West Asia could persist for one to two years, but any action taken will prioritise protecting the majority of Malaysians. — Bernama pic

3 h ago

DPM: Subsidy policies will be data-driven, no sudden shock changes expected

Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail said he had contacted Kedah Police chief Datuk Adzli Abu Shah to expedite the investigation, which will also look into whether the personnel adhered to standard operating procedures (SOP). — Bernama pic

4 h ago

Home Ministry to probe viral incident of cop allegedly stepping on suspect’s head in Kulim

About 1,000 houses were destroyed in the blzae which affected more than four hectares of the Kampung Bahagia water village. — Bernama pic

4 h ago

Home minister: Ministry will assist victims of Sandakan fire in replacing documents

Selangor Infrastructure and Agriculture Committee chairman Datuk Izham Hashim (right) speaks during a press conference at the Selangor State Assembly building in Shah Alam April 21, 2026. — Bernama pic

4 h ago

Deadline extended: Selangor grants final August exit for Jalan Sungai Buloh nurseries

A Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) enforcement officer checks a mobile phone during an operation targeting photo touts or ‘ulat foto’ in the city centre. — Picture via Facebook/dbkl2u

4 h ago

DBKL cracks down on ‘ulat foto’ at KLCC, Saloma Link with 23 compounds, 28 seizures

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