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Nasi kandar, Penang’s aromatic, gravy-soaked staple that inspires pilgrimages, morning queues, midnight cravings, and generations of culinary tradition. — Picture by Firdaus Latif

What You Think / 10 h ago

Michelin’s Malaysian meltdown: How the world’s ‘top’ food guide became a local laughing stock — Cynthia Goh Meow Ling

A general view at the Proton Electric Vehicle Plant at Proton Tanjung Malim in Perak September 04,2025. Picture by Yusof Isa

Malaysia / 19 h ago

Hire-Purchase Act reforms: Why settling your car loan early will finally make financial sense in 2026

Once the review is complete, the amendments will ensure that children of Malaysian mothers married to foreign fathers and born abroad will automatically be granted Malaysian citizenship. — Picture by FIrdaus Latif

Malaysia / 15 h ago

Automatic citizenship for children born abroad to Malaysian mothers set for mid-2026, says home minister

Mansor said he had no intention of insulting anyone and urged that his apology be accepted. — Picture from Facebook/Mansor Zakaria

Malaysia / 16 h ago

Kedah rep Mansor Zakaria apologises for ‘Gardenia bread’ jibe at Sabahans

Look for this ‘chee cheong fun’ stall with the neatest set-up that promises an assortment of ‘yong tau foo’. — Picture by Lee Khang Yi

Eat-drink / 17 h ago

Kedai Kopi Ban Fong at KL’s Loke Yew flats is serving super silky ‘chee cheong fun’, just like the old days

Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Federal Territories) Datuk Seri Dr Zaliha Mustafa presents the appointment letter to Putrajaya Corporation president Datuk Fadlun Mak Ujud, who will assume office as Kuala Lumpur Mayor tomorrow, November 15. — Picture from X/Bernama.

Malaysia / 15 h ago

Fadlun Mak Ujud appointed as new KL mayor

Former Sabah Law Society (SLS) president Datuk Roger Chin stressed the need for transparency, saying Sabahans — and Malaysians — have a right to understand exactly what is being appealed and its implications for both future payments and past losses. — Picture courtesy of Roger Chin

Malaysia / 14 h ago

Roger Chin: AGC appeal broader than let on, could hollow out ruling on Sabah’s 40pc revenue share

Namewee was released on police bail earlier this week after several days in remand, following the death of 28-year-old Taiwanese influencer Hsieh Yu-hsin, who was found unconscious at a Kuala Lumpur hotel where they were staying and later pronounced dead as investigations continue. — Picture via Facebook/Namewee 黃明志

Malaysia / 6 h ago

‘I tried my best to save her’: Namewee says Hsieh Yu-hsin’s death will stay with him forever

The Selangor Immigration Department has uncovered a tactic used by foreign nationals who use new passports with no stamps or endorsements to conceal their overstaying status in Malaysia. — Picture by Shafwan Zaidon

Malaysia / 11 h ago

Immigration Dept uncovers foreigners using embassy‑issued ‘blank’ passports to conceal offences

However, some experts have cautioned that more visitors do not automatically guarantee higher spending or long-term retail success. — Picture via X

Malaysia / 16 h ago

Johor malls race to revamp ahead of RTS link opening, but questions remain over long-term gains

A law firm representing Christina Carolina Gerarda Johanna Verstappen, mother of late Dutch model Ivana Smit, has issued a 48 hour notice demanding the government pay RM1.1 million in damages. — Picture from Instagram/Ivana Smit

Malaysia / 13 h ago

Law firm issues 48‑hour notice to govt over unpaid RM1.1m Ivana Smit damages

MAHB said its engineering, operations, and safety teams have been mobilised to manage the situation, with passenger safety, containment efforts, and the protection of electrical systems being prioritised. — Screengrab via X

Malaysia / 7 h ago

Rainwater pours into KLIA Terminal 1 in leak after thunderstorm (VIDEO)

Chief Secretary to the Government Tan Sri Shamsul Azri Abu Bakar said in a statement yesterday that the decision was made to enable Datuk Seri Maimunah Mohd Sharif to contribute her expertise at the government-linked company (GLC), which is set to spearhead the development of a new landmark project in Kuala Lumpur. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 17 h ago

Maimunah exits DBKL early, appointed Petronas property adviser for new KL landmark project

Thailand’s National Alcohol Policy Committee has agreed in principle to lift the ban on alcohol sales between 2pm and 5pm. — Reuters pic

World / 17 h ago

Afternoon booze ban on the way out as Thailand updates alcohol regulations

Tesla CEO Elon Musk performs a Nazi salute during the inauguration of US President Donald Trump in Washington, DC, on January 20, 2025. — AFP pic

Showbiz / 15 h ago

‘F***ing pathetic’: Billie Eilish unloads on Elon Musk as Tesla CEO set to be first trillionaire

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In Sipitang, grassroots clash as Umno shuts down support for PKR candidate before nomination day

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KOTA KINABALU, Nov 14 — Tensions between Barisan Nasional (BN) and Pakatan Harapan (PH) have surfaced in Sipitang ahead of nomination day, with the local Umno division declaring it will not back the PH candidate for the Sindumin state seat.Umno Sipitang division chief Abd Rahman Mohd Noh said the division...

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The Election Commission said it has no authority to determine whether the decision by the United Progressive Kinabalu Organisation (Upko) to leave Pakatan Harapan violates the Anti-Party Hopping Act. — Reuters pic

Malaysia / 5 h ago

Election Commission says no authority to decide if Upko breached anti‑party hopping law

The High Court today dismissed former Melaka chief minister Tan Sri Abdul Rahim Thamby Chik’s defamation suit over a 2018 commentary, ruling that the article’s depiction of him was fair comment and neutral reportage. — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa

Malaysia / 5 h ago

High Court dismisses ex-Melaka CM’s suit against MP, DAP and Malaysiakini

Upko will contest 25 seats in the Sabah state election, with president Datuk Ewon Benedick leading the party’s ‘Sabah First’ campaign rooted in Sabah’s constitutional rights. — Picture by Firdaus Latif

Malaysia / 5 h ago

Upko unveils 25 candidates, set to clash with Pakatan in seven Sabah seats

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Upko will contest 25 seats in the Sabah state election, with president Datuk Ewon Benedick leading the party’s ‘Sabah First’ campaign rooted in Sabah’s constitutional rights. — Picture by Firdaus Latif

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Upko unveils 25 candidates, set to clash with Pakatan in seven Sabah seats

In a statement today, MAHB said the incident occurred at 4.14pm following exceptionally heavy rainfall that coincided with a severe thunderstorm warning issued by the Malaysian Meteorological Department. — Bernama file pic

6 h ago

KLIA core systems intact despite water leak, situation resolved in 90 minutes, says MAHB

Namewee was released on police bail earlier this week after several days in remand, following the death of 28-year-old Taiwanese influencer Hsieh Yu-hsin, who was found unconscious at a Kuala Lumpur hotel where they were staying and later pronounced dead as investigations continue. — Picture via Facebook/Namewee 黃明志

6 h ago

‘I tried my best to save her’: Namewee says Hsieh Yu-hsin’s death will stay with him forever

Chief Judge of Malaya Tan Sri Hasnah Mohammed Hashim says Malaysia’s judiciary has relatively more women judges than UK’s judiciary, but that more women judges are needed. — Picture by Raymond Manuel

6 h ago

‘We need more women judges’: Retiring Chief Judge of Malaya says they are making a difference in Malaysia

MAHB said its engineering, operations, and safety teams have been mobilised to manage the situation, with passenger safety, containment efforts, and the protection of electrical systems being prioritised. — Screengrab via X

7 h ago

Rainwater pours into KLIA Terminal 1 in leak after thunderstorm (VIDEO)

The Selangor government will develop a Rail Industry Hub in Hulu Selangor to focus on the manufacturing of train components and maintenance, said Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Amirudin Shari. — Picture by Firdaus Latif

7 h ago

MB: Selangor to build rail hub, expand auto valley with RM2.2b Chery investment in 2026 state Budget

Julius Baer Group said today that its position on a lawsuit linked to Malaysia’s state fund 1MDB scandal remains unchanged, following media reports that the Swiss private bank had entered into mediation with the Malaysian government. — Reuters pic

7 h ago

Swiss bank Julius Baer says stance unchanged as Malaysia unit seeks RM462m in 1MDB‑linked case

Deputy Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Liew Chin Tong (second left) takes part in an opening gimmick for Asean Miti Day at the ministry in Kuala Lumpur today. — Picture by Choo Choy May.

8 h ago

Malaysia launches region’s first EV battery passport to boost transparency and green tech

Deputy Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Liew Chin Tong delivers a speech at the opening of Asean Miti Day 2025 in Kuala Lumpur, November 14, 2025. — Picture by Choo Choy May

8 h ago

Liew Chin Tong: 2025 global shocks a historic turning point, Asean must shape response

Penang chief minister Chow Kon Yeow tabled the Supply Bill today. — Picture by Opalyn Mok

9 h ago

Penang tables RM1.08b budget for 2026 with lowest deficit yet

Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil says MCMC will identify telcos reportedly charging RM10 monthly for scam protection and seek clarification. — Bernama pic

9 h ago

Telcos’ RM10 scam protection fee sparks scrutiny, minister asks MCMC to probe

Fahmi said the government understood that the land in question is privately owned and that a court decision is currently being enforced by the relevant parties. — Bernama pic

9 h ago

Fahmi: Govt reviewing options as Kampung Jalan Papan villagers appeal demolition order

Datuk Armizan Mohd Ali said the Cabinet had decided that discussions must begin “as soon as possible” at the official level, especially after Caretaker Sabah Chief Minister Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor stressed the need to expedite the process. — Bernama pic

9 h ago

Armizan: Federal and Sabah officials to start 40pc revenue negotiations on Monday

Silat instructor Yusoh Omar, 44, faces three charges of sexually assaulting two teenage girls, aged 14 and 15, at a Taman Telok Mas house in September and October. — Pexels pic

9 h ago

Silat instructor pleads not guilty to sexual assault of two teen students in Melaka

Election Commission staff make final preparations for the nomination process of the 17th Sabah State Election in P.190 Tawau on November 14, 2025, which will take place at the Tawau Civic Hall tomorrow. — Bernama pic

10 h ago

Sabah polls: EC reminds parties, supporters to maintain order on nomination day

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