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Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim delivers a speech at a breaking-of-fast event at Universiti Malaysia Sabah, Kota Kinabalu, March 15, 2026. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 18 h ago

No appeal, no negotiations, ‘period’: Anwar reaffirms Putrajaya’s commitment to Sabah’s 40pc revenue entitlement

Samenta says SMEs face financial strain from sudden holidays due to penalties on contracts, triple wage payments, and disruptions to perishable inventory and delivery schedules. — Picture courtesy of Samenta

Malaysia / 3 h ago

Ad-hoc public holidays an ‘unhealthy economic habit’ that must stop, says SME association

US President Donald Trump holds a chart on reciprocal tariffs while speaking about how to ‘Make America Wealthy Again’ at the White House in Washington April 2, 2025. — AFP pic

Malaysia / 3 h ago

Guan Eng urges Putrajaya to help Malaysian firms reclaim share of RM543b illegal Trump tariffs

Health Minister Datuk Seri Dzulkefly Ahmad clarified that the form ‘Lampiran A’ is only for emergencies and does not mean payment is waived, amid claims that foreign patients were dodging fees at Hospital Kuala Lumpur. — Picture by Raymond Manuel

Malaysia / 19 h ago

HKL under spotlight: Health Ministry investigates claims foreign patients skipped deposits

An undated photo between 1950s and 1960s of Melaka Chetti women preparing offerings for Antarmeh, the final day of the Sri Muthu Mariamman Thiruvila or Dato Chachar Festival. — Picture courtesy of MCHAM

Malaysia / 5 h ago

Father’s faith, mother’s tongue: Who are the Melaka Chettis — the Malay-speaking Hindus with a distinct Malaysian culinary heritage

A car believed to belong to activist Cikgu Chandra after it was set on fire in Taman Kinrara, Puchong. — Picture via social media

Malaysia / 3 h ago

Police arrest 12, including mastermind, over attack on activist Cikgu Chandra

An Iranian man gestures as he stands near destroyed homes following a military strike on the Iranian capital Tehran on March 15, 2026. — AFP pic

World / 2 h ago

Iran warns countries to keep out of war as drone hits base used by Italy

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim delivers a speech during an iftar ceremony at the Second Central Lecture Hall Complex, Universiti Malaysia Sabah in Kota Kinabalu on March 15, 2026. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 5 h ago

‘Case closed’: Anwar says 40pc Sabah revenue right final, court move only to protect credibility of past leaders

An undated file photograph shows yellow tape used by the Royal Malaysia Police to secure a perimeter. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 5 h ago

Teen found dead in Taman Menglembu Impiana drain

Transit through the Strait of Hormuz has been closed off by Iran, making the shipment of goods via sea routes difficult. — AFP pic

World / 3 h ago

Australia says won't send navy ship to Strait of Hormuz after Trump request

People gather near destroyed vehicles following an Iranian projectile strike in central Israel on March 15, 2026, amid the ongoing US-Israeli conflict with Iran. — Reuters pic

World / 17 h ago

Iran minister: This war will only end when we’re ‘certain’ it won’t happen again

Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof says Malaysia’s gas supply is stable and sufficient to keep electricity flowing amid the US-Israel-Iran fighting that is affecting global energy supplies. — Reuters pic

Malaysia / 18 h ago

DPM Fadillah: Malaysia’s gas enough to keep lights running in peninsula, 85pc consumers safe from fuel price hikes

Five Spices Beef Noodles is a bowl not to be missed if you appreciate a lighter, cleaner beef broth served with egg noodles, gelatinous tendons, beef brisket and tripe — Picture by Lee Khang Yi

Eat-drink / 3 h ago

Taman Muda’s Yee Gourmet Noodle House serves up a worthy bowl of beef noodles for the lighter palate

Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Federal Territories) Hannah Yeoh speaks during a press conference in Kuala Lumpur on March 14, 2026. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 2 h ago

Hannah Yeoh: KL’s RM33m road maintenance budget ‘not enough’ for a million vehicles daily

A cameleer checks his phone while sitting on his camel on the beach in Dubai on March 10, 2026. The Gulf countries have long been seen as islands of stability but the war in the region could threaten their prosperity, analysts said, pointing to risks to their revenues and reputations as business havens. — AFP pic

World / 17 h ago

Under fire but unbowed: Dubai fights to keep its ‘safe haven’ image

Malaysia

4 m ago

Saarani: Perak can only decide on WFH for civil servants after federal review completed

Perak Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Saarani Mohamad. — Bernama pic

IPOH, March 16 — The implementation of a work-from-home (WFH) policy for civil servants in Perak can only be decided after the Public Service Department completes its study on the proposal, said Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Saarani Mohamad. Saarani said the implementation of WFH requires clear guidance from the federal government,...

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Transport Minister Anthony Loke speaks at a press conference on the regulation and oversight of pick‑up trucks at the Ministry of Transport in Putrajaya, March 16, 2026. — Picture by Choo Choy May

Malaysia / 26 m ago

Transport Ministry clarifies use of pick‑up trucks, de‑controlled vehicles for business goods transport from April 1

The Constitution (Amendment) (No. 2) Bill 2026 to separate the role of the public prosecutor from that of the attorney general is planned to be presented in the Dewan Rakyat in June, according to de facto law minister Datuk Seri Azalina Othman Said. — File picture by Shafwan Zaidon

Malaysia / 29 m ago

Azalina: AG and PP roles set for split after bipartisan support; parliamentary vote expected in June

Umno president Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi today said the party’s former Youth chief Khairy Jamaluddin has formally appealed to return to the party. — Picture via Facebook/Zahid Hamidi

Malaysia / 39 m ago

Khairy Jamaluddin knocks on Umno’s door again, appeal letter delivered during Ramadan visit

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Perak Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Saarani Mohamad speaks during a press conference at the Indera Mulia Stadium in Ipoh, Perak on March 16, 2026. — Picture by John Bunyan

1 h ago

Former Bersatu leaders seeking return to Perak Umno, says Saarani

Minister of Science, Technology and Innovation Chang Lih Kang. — Bernama pic

1 h ago

Science minister says Malaysia must secure its own technology to stay resilient against global crises

Perak’s Road Transport Department will closely monitor 34 black spots across the state under a special operation for Hari Raya Aidilfitri 2026, running from today until March 29. — Bernama pic

1 h ago

Perak JPJ steps up Raya road checks, targeting 34 accident black spots with stricter enforcement

Assistant Commissioner Raub Selamat conducts a briefing at the Johor Bahru South district police headquarters in Johor Bahru January 21, 2026. — Picture by Ben Tan

2 h ago

Police investigate viral video of teens stopping attempted cable theft in Johor Bahru

The Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency has activated Ops Khas Pagar Laut 2026 until April 10, tightening security in national waters during Ramadan and Aidilfitri to curb cross‑border crimes. — Bernama pic

2 h ago

Malaysia’s maritime guardians step up watch, blocking encroachment and crime during Ramadan and Aidilfitri

Smoke rises from the Thai bulk carrier 'Mayuree Naree' near the Strait of Hormuz after an attack on March 11, 2026. — AFP pic

2 h ago

Amir Hamzah rules out immediate Malaysia economic stimulus despite Mid East crisis

Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Federal Territories) Hannah Yeoh speaks during a press conference in Kuala Lumpur on March 14, 2026. — Bernama pic

2 h ago

Hannah Yeoh: KL’s RM33m road maintenance budget ‘not enough’ for a million vehicles daily

Perikatan Nasional today called for a special parliamentary sitting to discuss the implications of the nullification of the Malaysia–US Agreement on Reciprocal Trade (ART), which it said could have broad business implications. — Picture by Shafwan Zaidon

2 h ago

Perikatan calls for special Parliament sitting on nullification of US-Malaysia trade deal

A car believed to belong to activist Cikgu Chandra after it was set on fire in Taman Kinrara, Puchong. — Picture via social media

3 h ago

Police arrest 12, including mastermind, over attack on activist Cikgu Chandra

A passenger loads her luggage onto a bus at at Terminal Bersepadu Selatan in Kuala Lumpur March 28, 2025. — Bernama pic

3 h ago

Johor allocates RM1.4m to help students return to campus after Hari Raya holidays

Samenta says SMEs face financial strain from sudden holidays due to penalties on contracts, triple wage payments, and disruptions to perishable inventory and delivery schedules. — Picture courtesy of Samenta

3 h ago

Ad-hoc public holidays an ‘unhealthy economic habit’ that must stop, says SME association

US President Donald Trump holds a chart on reciprocal tariffs while speaking about how to ‘Make America Wealthy Again’ at the White House in Washington April 2, 2025. — AFP pic

3 h ago

Guan Eng urges Putrajaya to help Malaysian firms reclaim share of RM543b illegal Trump tariffs

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim shakes hands with tahfiz students attending a breaking of fast ceremony at the Second Central Lecture Hall Complex, Universiti Malaysia Sabah (UMS) in Kota Kinabalu on March 15, 2026. — Bernama pic

4 h ago

Anwar hopes extra holiday, price controls will be boon during Hari Raya Aidilfitri

A student attends an online class from home during the Movement Control Order (MCO) in Petaling Jaya on January 26, 2021. — Picture by Miera Zulyana

4 h ago

Wong Kah Woh: MoE to ensure PdPR review prioritises students and parents

5 h ago

PLKN adds Malbatt Village Camp in Port Dickson; selection status out at 1pm today

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