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Tan Sri Ayob Khan Mydin Pitchay is the new chairman on the board of Universiti Teknikal Malaysia Melaka as of September 16, succeeding Datuk Husaini Omar whose term has ended. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 8 h ago

After retiring as police No 2, Ayob Khan takes on new role as UTeM board chairman

Kelantan police are investigating a scam in which syndicate members allegedly spoofed the headquarters’ telephone number to trick victims into believing they were receiving calls from the police. — Picture by Choo Choy May

Malaysia / 11 h ago

Kelantan investment manager loses RM1.2m in savings and jewellery after scammers spoof police phone number

IGB REIT Management Sdn Bhd has announced the passing of its former chief executive officer, Elizabeth Tan Hui Ning, expressing deep sorrow over the loss of a leader remembered for her impact on both IGB REIT and IGB Commercial REIT. — IGB website

Money / 5 h ago

Former IGB REIT CEO Elizabeth Tan dies at 42; company pays tribute to her legacy

Malaysia’s inflation rate is slowing, yet the cost of a meal or a basket of groceries can still feel high for households. — Picture by Miera Zulyana

Malaysia / 16 h ago

If inflation is falling, why do Malaysians still feel food prices biting hard?

Pasir Gudang MP Hassan Abdul Karim expressed concern that Loke’s resignation could jeopardise ongoing projects, including those in Johor. — Picture by Ben Tan

Malaysia / 7 h ago

PKR’s Hassan Karim urges Anwar to retain Anthony Loke ahead of major transport projects

Fire damaged a classroom at the Chung Ling High School in Ayer Itam, Penang on September 21, 2026 evening and was extinguished within an hour, with no casualties reported. — Composite image from the Penang Fire and Rescue Department via Bernama on X

Malaysia / 13 h ago

Penang’s Chung Ling high school classroom catches fire, no casualties but 20pc damaged

A leatherback turtle lays 70 eggs at Kuala Abang Beach early this morning, marking the species’ third recorded landing in Terengganu in September 2026, with the eggs later moved to the Rantau Abang Turtle Conservation Centre for incubation. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 11 h ago

Leatherback makes third Terengganu landing this month, lays 70 eggs

Bukit Aman Criminal Investigation and Community Safety Department director Datuk Noor Hisam Nordin said police had arrested a cable theft suspect in connection with the incident. — Picture by Ahmad Zamzahuri

Malaysia / 14 h ago

Bukit Aman denies police MPV escorted cable theft vehicle in Ampang

Menteri Besar Datuk Ismail Lasim said the decision was made unanimously at a special meeting of the State Executive Council (MMKN) today. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 6 h ago

Negeri Sembilan govt suspends state secretary, legal adviser amid royal row

Cake Jalan Tiung’s bestselling butter 'tteok' is darker and crunchier than other versions. — Pictures courtesy of Cake Jalan Tiung

Eat-drink / 15 h ago

Butter ‘tteok’ craze comes to Shah Alam, where Cake Jalan Tiung’s darker, crunchier take sells out almost every day

Jaclyn Victor said performing a solo concert at the prestigious venue will be one of the most meaningful milestones in her singing career. — Bernama pic

Showbiz / 15 h ago

Jaclyn Victor takes on career milestone with first solo MPO concert, tackling opera and reimagined classics at Dewan Filharmonik Petronas

The MOE says the removal of the 30 per cent Bumiputera equity is to meet the current needs of the education sector and ensure participation remains open to all parties wishing to contribute to the nation’s educational development. — Unsplash pic

Malaysia / 14 h ago

Education Ministry opens private schools sector to all investors, no more 30pc Bumi rule

Miti has clarified that matters related to the Bumiputera equity ownership policy fall under the Ministry of Economy’s purview. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 10 h ago

Miti says Bumiputera equity policy is not under its purview but Economy Ministry’s

Economy Minister Akmal Nasrullah Mohd Nasir said the wage difference between low- and semi-skilled workers had narrowed from RM550 in 2016 to RM396 in 2024. . — Picture by Yusof Isa

Malaysia / 12 h ago

Beyond minimum wage, Malaysia needs clearer wage ladders tied to productivity, says Akmal Nasrullah

An aerial view of the new 40m road connection linking Jalan Duta Kiara and Jalan Kiara 3 in Mont Kiara, providing motorists with an alternative route towards Solaris Dutamas, Segambut and surrounding areas. — Picture via Facebook/BonEstates

Malaysia / 4 h ago

Just 40m long, new Mont Kiara road opens shortcut to Solaris and Segambut

Malaysia

4 h ago

Selangor Malay Reserve Land up 1,084.55 hectares since 2018, says Amirudin

Datuk Seri Amirudin Shari said Selangor’s total Malay Reserve Land now stands at 163,246.54 hectares. — Bernama pic

SHAH ALAM, Sept 22 — The total area of Malay Reserve Land in Selangor has increased by 1,084.55 hectares (2,680 acres) since 2018, said Selangor Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Amirudin Shari.In a statement today, Amirudin said the overall area under the state government’s administration had increased from 162,161.98 hectares (400,711...

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MetMalaysia said the magnitude 4.4 earthquake struck about 27km southwest of Batu Pahat at a depth of 10km. — MetMalaysia pic

5 h ago

Magnitude 4.4 earthquake detected off Batu Pahat, tremors felt onshore

Tan Sri Datuk Amar Mohamad Asfia Awang Nassar said the next Sarawak DUN sitting will mark the final session of the current term. — The Borneo Post pic

5 h ago

Sarawak’s next legislative assembly sitting will be the last of current term, says state Speaker

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim arrives at Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport on Tuesday for a three-day working visit to Shanghai and Hangzhou, China, aimed at strengthening Malaysia-China ties, boosting trade and expanding cooperation in emerging technologies. — Bernama pic

6 h ago

Anwar arrives in Shanghai for three-day working visit

Menteri Besar Datuk Ismail Lasim said the decision was made unanimously at a special meeting of the State Executive Council (MMKN) today. — Bernama pic

6 h ago

Negeri Sembilan govt suspends state secretary, legal adviser amid royal row

Melaka Chief Minister Datuk Seri Ab Rauf Yusoh says his administration will run tomorrow as the government turns caretaker after assembly dissolution. — Bernama pic

6 h ago

Melaka to keep running as usual as state assembly heads for dissolution

Acting Pahang police chief Datuk Azry Akmar Ayob said the reports were lodged by members of the Orang Asli community and enforcement personnel. — Bernama pic

7 h ago

Tasik Bera enforcement: Five arrested, investigation papers to be referred to DPP

Pasir Gudang MP Hassan Abdul Karim expressed concern that Loke’s resignation could jeopardise ongoing projects, including those in Johor. — Picture by Ben Tan

7 h ago

PKR’s Hassan Karim urges Anwar to retain Anthony Loke ahead of major transport projects

Melaka Chief Minister Datuk Seri Ab Rauf Yusoh (seated, third from left) poses with state executive councillors and deputy executive councillors at the Seri Negeri Complex today. — Bernama pic

8 h ago

Melaka heads for polls as CM Rauf Yusoh confirms assembly set for dissolution tomorrow

Federal Criminal Investigation Department director Datuk M. Kumar speaks during a press conference at the Bukit Aman police headquarters in Kuala Lumpur on September 22, 2026. — Picture by Firdaus Latif

8 h ago

Three actors out on bail as police hunt uploader of viral Rukun Negara clip from 2018

Kelantan police chief Datuk Mohd Yusoff Mamat (right) reprimanded the heads of two police stations that drew blanks on drug arrests for a week. — Bernama pic

8 h ago

No drug arrests for a week? Kelantan police chief says two station heads get reprimand letters

Melaka Chief Minister Datuk Seri Ab Rauf Yusoh is expected to announce the dissolution of the state assembly on September 22, 2026, paving the way for the 16th Melaka state election. — Bernama pic

9 h ago

Melaka heads for polls? CM Ab Rauf set to make big announcement today

Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi (second from left) views the Prime Communication System at the University Research and Innovation Investment Summit 2026 at the World Trade Centre in Kuala Lumpur on September 22, 2026, with Higher Education Minister Datuk Seri Zambry Abd Kadir (fourth from right). — Bernama pic

8 h ago

Malaysia’s research has potential, now it needs to leave the lab, says higher education minister

Umno president Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi says he only learnt of a supposed audience with Negeri Sembilan Yamtuan Tuanku Muhriz Tuanku Munawir at Istana Negeri Sembilan on September 22, 2026, ‘through the media’. — Bernama pic

9 h ago

Zahid: Neither MB Ismail Lasim nor I was summoned by Negeri Sembilan Ruler for an audience

Deputy Finance Minister Liew Chin Tong speaks at the ACCA Malaysia Leadership Exchange Forum in Kuala Lumpur today, where he urged finance professionals to keep pace with geopolitical, climate and AI-driven changes. — Bernama pic

8 h ago

Finance pros cannot escape geopolitics in a changing world, says deputy finance minister

Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan (centre) speaks during the University Research and Innovation Investment Summit 2026 at the World Trade Centre in Kuala Lumpur on September 22, 2026, flanked by Communications Minister Datuk Seri Fahmi Fadzil (left) and Higher Education Ministry Secretary-General Datuk Aminuddin Hassim (right). — Bernama pic

8 h ago

From ‘Made in Malaysia’ to ‘Made by Malaysia’: Govt wants R&D to turn more research into commercial gains

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