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A couple visit Sunway Square Mall with their dog riding in a stroller. — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa

Malaysia / 19 h ago

Sunway mall reverses pet-friendly policy after Selangor exco reaffirms shopping centre ban

Lawyer Tan Sri Muhammad Shafee Abdullah speaks during a press conference at the Kuala Lumpur Court Complex on December 18, 2025. — Sayuti Zainudin pic

Malaysia / 19 h ago

Shafee: Government must not delay Najib’s house arrest if court allows it

Syed Mohammad Syafiq Syed Cholan and Muhammad Azrai Aizad Abu Kamal both scored hat-tricks in Malaysia’s dominant victory. — Picture via Facebook/Malaysian Hockey Confederation

Sports / 17 h ago

Malaysia crush Singapore 12-2 to storm into SEA Games men’s hockey final

Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Federal Territories) Hannah Yeoh pays tribute to Datuk Seri Dr Zaliha Mustafa, praising her mature and inclusive leadership in advancing the Federal Territories. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 13 h ago

‘Thank you, Dr Z’: Hannah Yeoh pays tribute to outgoing FT minister's leadership, promises smooth transition

Thailand’s King Maha Vajiralongkorn and Queen Suthida stand for the royal anthem as they attend the opening ceremony of the 33rd South-east Asian Games (SEA Games) in Bangkok December 9, 2025. She led a nine-member crew to gold in the mixed keelboat SSL47 category today. — AFP pic

Sports / 18 h ago

Royal gold: Thailand’s Queen Suthida sails to SEA Games victory

Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said that Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim had taken several factors into consideration before appointing Hannah and Lo to lead the portfolios. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 17 h ago

Hannah Yeoh’s FT appointment won’t affect Malay agenda, says Zahid

Malaysia / 19 h ago

MACC ramps up global investigation into law firm over 1MDB money trail

Ischaemic heart disease was once again the leading cause of death in Malaysia in 2024. — AFP pic

Malaysia / 15 h ago

Ischaemic heart disease remains Malaysia’s top killer in 2024, says DOSM

Life / 15 h ago

Tiny cars, big debut: Tomica rolls into KLCC with 2,000 models

Selangor Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Amirudin Shari at at the launching ceremony of the Fiberisation-Cyberjaya Project and signing of a Business Alliance Framework between SmartSel and OCK, as well as a memorandum of agreement with OCK’s subsidiary, OCK Datawave Sdn Bhd, for the development, operation and maintenance of fibre optic infrastructure in Cyberjaya. — Bernama

Malaysia / 16 h ago

Selangor lays groundwork for high-speed state dark fibre network, says MB

The squad comprising Abdul Azim Aliyas, Muhammad Adam Hakimi Nazuan, Muhammad Hafiq Mohd Jafri, Muhammad Yusri Shaari and New Joe Lau defeated hosts Thailand. — Bernama pic

Sports / 14 h ago

Golden ride: Malaysia hits 200 medal milestone with track cycling triumph at SEA Games

In a statement today, the AGC warned that assumptions or the dissemination of unverified information could undermine the investigation and erode public confidence in the justice system. — Picture by Devan Manuel

Malaysia / 18 h ago

Durian Tunggal shooting: AGC warns against public speculation

According to the charge, Khairul Rizuan Abdullah is charged with murdering Wan Khairul Safinah Ishak, 44, at a house in Flat Tuna, Seberang Jaya at 4pm, December 8. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 18 h ago

Unemployed man, 28, charged with murdering wife, 44, in Seberang Jaya

Pro immigration demonstrators protest in front of the Quebec Immigration Ministry in downtown Montreal, Canada, on December 12, 2025. — AFP pic

Life / 2 h ago

Migrants feel ‘betrayed’ after Canada’s immigration policy shift

At 6pm, the ringgit climbed to 4.0840/0880 against the US dollar. ― Bernama pic

Money / 14 h ago

Ringgit inches up, but all eyes on US inflation numbers

Malaysia

1 m ago

Penang deputy CM slams opposition for politicising relocation for Permatang Tepi Laut residents involving private land, not govt project

Batu Maung assemblyman Datuk Mohamad Abdul Hamid said the state government has been working with the landowners to find a solution to the housing crisis faced by tenants and sub-tenants in 18 Permatang Tepi Laut houses facing eviction by December 31, 2025. — Picture from Facebook/Dato’ Dr Mohamad Abdul Hamid

GEORGE TOWN, Dec 19 — The Batu Maung state constituency service centre has been in talks with Permatang Tepi Laut landowners for the past 18 months to find solutions for residents ordered to relocate, said Batu Maung assemblyman Datuk Dr Mohamad Abdul Hamid.Mohamad, who is also Penang Deputy Chief Minister...

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The toll reduction applies to class 1 vehicles (class 2 on the Penang Bridge) at all toll plazas, except at national border entry points, including Plaza Tol Bangunan Sultan Iskandar on the North–South Expressway (PLUS) and Plaza Tol Tanjung Kupang on the Second Malaysia–Singapore Link (LINKEDUA), Works Minister Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi said in a statement. — File picture by Razak Ghazali

Malaysia / 1 m ago

Holiday cheer on the highways: 50pc toll discount for Christmas travellers on Dec 23–24

Penang Deputy Chief Minister I Datuk Mohamad Abdul Hamid (second from left) hands over a mock key to represent aid to 127 fishermen directly impacted by the Silicon Island project on December 17, 2025. — Picture from Facebook/Dato’ Dr Mohamad Abdul Hamid

Malaysia / 11 m ago

Penang to complete handover of boats and engines to 294 fishermen affected by man-made Silicon Island by early 2027

Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail Malaysia regards the issue as a shared regional challenge requiring close cooperation with Indonesia and international partners. — Picture by Raymond Manuel

Malaysia / 12 m ago

Human smuggling in Malacca Strait a growing threat, says home minister

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A dog and a cat were found dead in a cage at a veterinary clinic in Damansara Damai, Petaling Jaya by the Selangor DVS’ Animal Welfare inspectors while another neglected cat was rescued and is now receiving treatment at another veterinary clinic. — Picture from Facebook/Persatuan Haiwan Terbiar Malaysia - SAFM

19 m ago

Dead cat and dog found in Damansara Damai clinic, Veterinary Services investigates as complaints near 2,000

The Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) has issued a warning forecasting heavy rain accompanied by thunderstorms and strong winds. — Bernama pic

43 m ago

Downpours to linger this morning, particularly in Terengganu and Perak, amid monsoon surge warning

The main Pekan–Kuantan road in Pahang is inundated by floodwaters following continuous rain, disrupting traffic flow, December 18, 2025. — Bernama pic

1 h ago

More than 14,000 displaced by floods across Malaysia, Pahang hardest hit

The Cheras-Kajang Expressway (Grand Saga), Kuala Lumpur-Kuala Selangor Expressway (LATAR), New North Klang Straits Bypass, Senai-Desaru Expressway, and the East Coast Expressway Phase 2 (LPT2) are among the 10 highways nationwide that won’t see their toll rates go up in 2026. — Picture by Hari Anggara

37 m ago

No toll hikes in 2026 for 10 major highways despite RM591m cost, says works minister

Batu Maung assemblyman Datuk Mohamad Abdul Hamid said the state government has been working with the landowners to find a solution to the housing crisis faced by tenants and sub-tenants in 18 Permatang Tepi Laut houses facing eviction by December 31, 2025. — Picture from Facebook/Dato’ Dr Mohamad Abdul Hamid

1 m ago

Penang deputy CM slams opposition for politicising relocation for Permatang Tepi Laut residents involving private land, not govt project

Penang Deputy Chief Minister I Datuk Mohamad Abdul Hamid (second from left) hands over a mock key to represent aid to 127 fishermen directly impacted by the Silicon Island project on December 17, 2025. — Picture from Facebook/Dato’ Dr Mohamad Abdul Hamid

11 m ago

Penang to complete handover of boats and engines to 294 fishermen affected by man-made Silicon Island by early 2027

Bukit Bendera MP Syerleena Abdul Rashid said Malaysia voted for cooperation, not scare tactics over Cabinet reshuffles. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin

1 h ago

Cabinet reshuffles are normal, not a political emergency, Penang MP says after PAS alarm

The Ampang woman’s disappearance was reported on December 15, 2025 at Ampang Police Station and the Pedas Police Station was later notified, prompting the search at a house on Jalan Pedas-Linggi linked to criminal activity. — File picture by Ahmad Zamzahuri

57 m ago

Body found in bag at abandoned Pedas house, believed linked to missing Ampang woman

Kuala Krai Fire and Rescue Station chief Nik Ahmad Afsham Nik Pa said the victim, identified as Muhammad Syahril Hakimy Sudin, was found at 9.02pm December 18, 2025. — Picture by Choo Choy May

46 m ago

Rescuers recover body of teen who fell into flooded plantation in Kelantan

Kuala Lumpur police chief Datuk Fadil Marsus said efforts are underway to locate the teenager, who is the son of the child’s babysitter. — Picture by Raymond Manuel

51 m ago

Three-year-old hurt at babysitter’s house in Batu Muda, police search for teen suspect

A majestic Christmas tree lights up the exterior of Suria KLCC. — Picture by Raymond Manuel

2 h ago

Why Malaysian Christians put up Christmas trees: More than decoration, a symbol of togetherness

Flames rise from the ruptured gas pipeline in Jalan Putra Harmoni, Putra Heights, on April 1, 2025. — Picture by Choo Choy May

2 h ago

Malaysia’s 2025 in review: Trump’s visit, the Putra Heights gas‑pipeline inferno, deadly shootouts and major scandals

Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Federal Territories) Hannah Yeoh pays tribute to Datuk Seri Dr Zaliha Mustafa, praising her mature and inclusive leadership in advancing the Federal Territories. — Bernama pic

13 h ago

‘Thank you, Dr Z’: Hannah Yeoh pays tribute to outgoing FT minister's leadership, promises smooth transition

Ischaemic heart disease was once again the leading cause of death in Malaysia in 2024. — AFP pic

15 h ago

Ischaemic heart disease remains Malaysia’s top killer in 2024, says DOSM

Malaysia’s cultural and creative industry contributed 6.8 per cent to GDP in 2024, expanding to RM130.7 billion, according to Chief Statistician Datuk Seri Dr Mohd Uzir Mahidin. — Freepik pic

13 h ago

Art isn’t a dead end: Cultural, creative industry made up 6.8pc of Malaysia’s GDP in 2024, says stats dept

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