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Datuk Seri Hamzah Zainudin today declared himself as the 'captain' of 'a new struggle' to build the nation together . — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin

Malaysia / 17 h ago

Hamzah claims 19 Bersatu MPs back him, proclaims himself ‘captain of a new struggle’ for all races

Former Bersatu deputy president Datuk Seri Hamzah Zainudin is greeted by supporters during a special press conference at the Universiti Malaya Alumni Association building, Kuala Lumpur February 14, 2026. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin

Malaysia / 19 h ago

‘I’m now your number one enemy’, Hamzah Zainudin tells Muhyiddin as he digs in as Opposition Leader

Tan Sri Noh Omar said the Bersatu Disciplinary Board had failed to respect the outcome of a Supreme Council meeting on January 12, which supposedly decided that all disciplinary measures should be postponed. — File picture by Yusof Mat Isa

Malaysia / 19 h ago

Noh Omar quits Bersatu Supreme Council, questions disciplinary board over expulsions

Some insurance policies will require you to pay first and claim for the hospital bill later, but you should also check carefully to avoid financial surprises if a treatment is not covered under your insurance. — Picture by Choo Choy May

Malaysia / 5 h ago

First time making insurance claims for your hospital stay? Here are some tips (and how to avoid rejection)

Selangor police chief Datuk Shazeli Kahar said investigations are now focused on possible elements of negligence. — Picture by Raymond Manuel

Malaysia / 17 h ago

Police: Child’s methadone death linked to negligence, not intent to murder

Speaking at the Munich Security Conference in Germany, Foreign Minister Wang said that in the future, the United States could adopt a China policy that involves “instigating and plotting to split China through Taiwan, crossing China’s red line”. — AFP pic

World / 17 h ago

China warns US against ‘plotting’ on Taiwan, says move could trigger confrontation

Pigs are seen at a farm in Kampung Valdor, Sungai Bakap, on June 24, 2019. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin

Malaysia / 3 h ago

As Peninsular Malaysia shuns pig farming, Sarawak rises as pork hub for Singapore

The Chinese New Year 2026 Carnival at Taman Johor Jaya attracts local community members and visitors from Singapore in Johor Bahru on February 9, 2026. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 2 h ago

‘Priced out’: Johor Bahru locals shun downtown shops as ‘Singapore pricing’ takes root

Nga said 15 offenders sentenced by the court began serving their community service orders yesterday. — Bernama file pic

Malaysia / 18 h ago

Community service begins for 15 of 478 littering offenders, says Nga Kor Ming

One KL’s best ‘asam laksa’ is hiding inside this Setapak home. — Picture by Ethan Lau

Eat-drink / 3 h ago

One of KL’s best spots for ‘asam laksa’ and other Penang specialities is hidden inside this Setapak home

Alongside Hamzah, 16 other members, including three MPs and two assemblymen, were also dismissed, signalling that compromise is no longer an option for resolving Bersatu’s leadership crisis. — File picture by Ahmad Zamzahuri

Malaysia / 3 h ago

A ‘battle of legitimacy’: Will Bersatu turmoil reshape Perikatan, PAS ties ahead of GE16?

(FILES) This undated and unlocated handout image released by Democrats on the House Oversight Committee on December 18, 2025 shows late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein (L) with CEO of DP World Sultan Ahmed bin Sulayem. — AFP pic

World / 5 h ago

Who is Sultan bin Sulayem, Emirati businessman linked to Epstein files?

There is a notable correlation between wealth and affection in Malaysia, as 90 per cent of respondents in high-income households report feeling loved compared to 85 per cent in lower-income groups. — Unsplash pic

Malaysia / 1 h ago

Can money buy love? High earners in Malaysia seem to think so, new Ipsos poll shows

This picture taken on on February 12, 2026 shows Venerable Hosan, head monk of Bongsunsa Temple, posing for a photo with his snowboard during an interview at the temple in Namyangju. A Buddhist monk has drawn international attention after South Korea won landmark Olympic snowboard medals in Italy, capping more than two decades of his support for young athletes in a sport long unpopular at home. — Yonhap/AFP pic

Sports / 19 h ago

Snowboarding monk behind South Korea’s ‘Dharma Kids’ rises to prominence after Olympic medal haul

Chin Qi Yao from Kampung Batu Papan 2 has been celebrating Chinese New Year in hanfu for the past decade. — Bernama pic

Life / 5 h ago

Hanfu steals the spotlight as Gua Musang man revives 2,000‑year‑old attire for CNY

Malaysia

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Malaysia reports 503 new TB cases by epidemiological week five, says MOH

It also urged those experiencing symptoms such as prolonged cough, fever, loss of appetite or weight loss to undergo screening at the nearest health facility. — AFP file pic

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 15 — A total of 503 new tuberculosis (TB) cases were detected nationwide up to Epidemiological Week 5 this year (EW 5/2026), bringing the cumulative total to 2,571 cases.In a statement today, the Ministry of Health (MOH) said Sabah recorded the highest number at 614, followed by...

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Lim Guan Eng speaks to the media during a press conference at Parliament in Kuala Lumpur on October 11, 2019. — Picture by Shafwan Zaidon

Malaysia / 1 h ago

Guan Eng renews 2022 call for parliamentary debate on MACC chief’s shareholdings

There is a notable correlation between wealth and affection in Malaysia, as 90 per cent of respondents in high-income households report feeling loved compared to 85 per cent in lower-income groups. — Unsplash pic

Malaysia / 1 h ago

Can money buy love? High earners in Malaysia seem to think so, new Ipsos poll shows

Selangor Fire and Rescue Department (JBPM) assistant director (Operations) Ahmad Mukhlis Mukhtar said firefighters received a distress call at 4.42 am and arrived at the scene three minutes later. — Picture by Raymond Manuel

Malaysia / 1 h ago

Six-year-old boy killed in Kuala Langat blaze, family’s double-storey home razed

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Penang JPJ officers conduct checks during the 2026 Chinese New Year special operation at the Penang Bridge last night. — Bernama pic

2 h ago

Penang JPJ targets 12 high-risk areas in Chinese New Year 2026 enforcement drive

Kuala Terengganu police chief ACP Azli Mohd Noor said the victim received a WhatsApp message on Dec 16 last year from a male Indonesian client offering him a partnership in a share investment scheme. — Picture by Firdaus Latif

2 h ago

Businessman loses RM100,900 to online share investment scam in Terengganu

MACC chief commissioner Tan Sri Azam Baki said emphasis on firearms handling was important to ensure officers maintained the highest level of readiness in handling increasingly high-risk assignments. — Bernama file pic

2 h ago

MACC stresses firearms skills as key for officers amid rising high-risk cases

The Chinese New Year 2026 Carnival at Taman Johor Jaya attracts local community members and visitors from Singapore in Johor Bahru on February 9, 2026. — Bernama pic

2 h ago

‘Priced out’: Johor Bahru locals shun downtown shops as ‘Singapore pricing’ takes root

Langkawi district police chief ACP Khairul Azhar Nuruddin confirmed the incident when contacted. — Bernama file pic

2 h ago

‘I did not want to leave him’: 12-year-old boy performs CPR to rescue pal from drowning at Langkawi beach

Alongside Hamzah, 16 other members, including three MPs and two assemblymen, were also dismissed, signalling that compromise is no longer an option for resolving Bersatu’s leadership crisis. — File picture by Ahmad Zamzahuri

3 h ago

A ‘battle of legitimacy’: Will Bersatu turmoil reshape Perikatan, PAS ties ahead of GE16?

Pigs are seen at a farm in Kampung Valdor, Sungai Bakap, on June 24, 2019. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin

3 h ago

As Peninsular Malaysia shuns pig farming, Sarawak rises as pork hub for Singapore

The public is advised to obtain the latest traffic information via the toll-free PLUSLine at 1-800-88-0000 and the X website @plustrafik or the LLM line at 1-800-88-7752 and the X website @llmtrafik. — File picture by Hari Anggara

3 h ago

Smooth traffic nationwide last night after daytime congestion, says highway authority

According to the statement, 5,000 promo codes are available. Ticket purchases using these codes can be made starting today, subject to terms and conditions. — Bernama file pic

3 h ago

KTMB offers 20pc ETS discount for Chinese New Year, Ramadan travel

PAS Deputy President Datuk Seri Tuan Ibrahim Tuan Man delivers his speech during the 69th Annual PAS Congress at the Ideal Convention Centre in Shah Alam on October 22, 2023. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin

3 h ago

Tuan Ibrahim: PAS feels for sacked Bersatu MPs, will discuss Hamzah’s post as Opposition Leader

Some insurance policies will require you to pay first and claim for the hospital bill later, but you should also check carefully to avoid financial surprises if a treatment is not covered under your insurance. — Picture by Choo Choy May

5 h ago

First time making insurance claims for your hospital stay? Here are some tips (and how to avoid rejection)

The Jay Events & Media Sdn Bhd managing director Muhammad Shafik Ridzuan Jailani said the initiative serves as a branding and exposure platform for local fashion brands to present their collections in a more structured and professional manner. — Bernama pic

15 h ago

Royal Raya Fashion Week 2026 gives emerging local brands a runway to shine ahead of Aidilfitri

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim is seen mingling with guests at the Majlis Santuni Madani at Dewan Terbuka Masjid Al-Taufiqiah, Kampung Chuar Kati. — Bernama pic

15 h ago

Anwar urges Muslims to use Ramadan to better themselves

ahead of the Chinese New Year holidays today and the upcoming Ramadan.A spokesperson for the Malaysian Highway Authority (LLM), when contacted by Bernama, said traffic remained manageable along the Kuala Lumpur-Karak Highway, East Coast Expressway (LPT) 1 and 2, as well as the North-South Expressway (PLUS) E2 heading towards Johor. — Picture by Hari Anggara

16 h ago

Highway authority: Traffic flow on major highways still under control despite uptick in vehicle numbers

Inspector-General of Police Datuk Seri Mohd Khalid Ismail said intensive and specialised training programmes have been implemented to strengthen integrated combat capabilities involving both land and sea elements. — Picture via Facebook/PGU Sabah

17 h ago

National security threats demand heightened police alertness

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