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The Court of Appeal today reinstated a six-month jail term and RM25,000 fine against Azmil Muntapha, a former Sessions Court judge, for bribery — Reuters file pic

Malaysia / 19 h ago

Corrupt ex-judge to serve six-month jail term after Court of Appeal reinstates sentence

Aayushi Harpalani Udhwani, wife of Niraj Udhwani, who was killed in a suspected militant attack near Pahalgam in south Kashmir, is consoled by relatives during her husband's funeral at a cremation ground in Jaipur, India, April 24, 2025. — Reuters pic

World / 18 h ago

‘Go tell Modi’: Survivors recall horror as gunmen spare women, execute men in Kashmir attack

Pedestrians walk past a poster of Singapore's Prime Minister and secretary-general of the ruling People's Action Party (PAP) Lawrence Wong displayed on a lamp post ahead of the general election in Singapore on April 23, 2025. — AFP pic

Singapore / 2 h ago

‘Don’t mix religion and politics’: Singapore blocks Facebook posts by PAS leaders, ex-citizen accused of stirring election tensions

— A mother of two who was previously sentenced to two months in jail by the Magistrate’s Court here for stealing groceries from a supermarket, breathed a sigh of relief when the High Court today released her after her sentence was reduced to six days in jail. — Reuters pic

Malaysia / 16 h ago

Desperate mum jailed for stealing groceries freed after six days as High Court slashes sentence

A police corporal lost part of his left ear after being bitten by an aggressive foreigner who was resisting arrest at a private clinic in Metro Prima, Kepong here today. — Picture by Raymond Manuel

Malaysia / 17 h ago

Police officer injured after being bitten by foreigner during arrest at Kepong clinic

Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi, speaks at an event with the Orang Asli community in Kampung Orang Asli Sungai Kroh, Tapah today. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 19 h ago

‘Dream on’: Zahid tells Perikatan over proposal to form Perak government with Umno

The famous Boeing 727 is one of the attractions of Terminal Sekinchan where visitors would pose for photos in front of the airplane with a paddy field backdrop. — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa

Life / 18 h ago

From scenic views to cultural showcases: Why Sekinchan is the perfect weekend escape with Malaysia’s first paddy field festival

Screengrab of a video showing a brawl in front of the 1 Utama shopping centre.

Malaysia / 18 h ago

Songkran brawl at PJ mall: Court fines two RM300, RM350 for public nuisance

Tamil actor Sivakumar Jayabalan was found dead alongside his mother. — Picture from Facebook/Sivakumar Jayabalan

Showbiz / 2 h ago

Tamil actor Sivakumar, mother die in suspected fall from Cheras condo’s 11th floor, cops rule out foul play

A man suspected of fatally stabbing another during a dispute over a begging spot in Section 18 here, has been remanded for seven days starting today until May 1. — Picture by Choo Choy May

Malaysia / 17 h ago

Man remanded over fatal stabbing in Shah Alam begging spot dispute

Border Security Force (BSF) security personnel stand guard at the Attari-Wagah crossing on the India-Pakistan border in Amritsar, India, April 25, 2025. — Reuters pic

World / 18 h ago

India, Pakistan trade fire after Kashmir massacre sparks diplomatic crisis

File picture of multinational victims of scam centres, who were tricked or trafficked into working in Myanmar, stand on a vessel floating towards the Thai side of border via Moei River in Phop Phra District, Tak province, Thailand. — Reuters pic

World / 14 h ago

Starlink fuels Myanmar scam farms despite crackdowns, UN estimates hundreds of thousands still trapped

The ringgit ended the week lower as the greenback gains on hopes of an easing US-China trade war. — Picture by Hari Anggara

Money / 16 h ago

Ringgit ends lower against US dollar amid easing US-China trade tensions

A generic picture of an ATM machine. — Picture by Eduardo Soares

World / 17 h ago

No phone calls at the ATM, Osaka tells over-65s in bid to stop scams

The Star Printing Shop in Ipoh. — Picture by John Bunyan

Life / 4 h ago

Preserving a dying art: Inside Ipoh’s last traditional print shop

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‘See it firsthand’: Ministry invites all MPs to tour rundown flats on Tuesday over Urban Renewal Act

Housing and Local Government Minister Nga Kor Ming said the ministry will host a special study tour in Kuala Lumpur on Tuesday to give members of parliament insights into the importance of the Urban Renewal Bill. — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa

KUALA LUMPUR, April 26 — The Housing and Local Government (KPKT) will be hosting a special study tour in the capital on Tuesday to provide members of parliament with insights into the importance of the Urban Renewal Bill, its minister Nga Kor Ming said.He said that official invitations were sent...

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The Malaysia Pavilion. — Picture via Facebook/Malaysia Pavilion Expo 2025 Osaka

Malaysia / 21 m ago

Miti accused of stealing concept and design for Malaysia Pavilion in Osaka’s Expo 2025, says probing claim

Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan said Malaysia seeks to maintain good ties with the United States, noting the country’s longstanding role as a key economic partner. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 29 m ago

Malaysia, US must grow ‘bigger cake’ together instead of arguing, says Finance Minister II

A teacher lost RM9,998.52 in savings after falling victim to a scam involving a fake Harumanis mango advertisement on social media, said Kuala Terengganu Police Chief ACP Azli Mohd Noor today.

Malaysia / 43 m ago

Sweet deal turns sour: Terengganu teacher loses RM10,000 savings in Harumanis mango scam

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Pahang Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Wan Rosdy Wan Ismail said that he is optimistic Barisan Nasional will retain the Ayer Kuning state seat, saying voter sentiment during the campaign favoured the government. — Bernama pic

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Pahang Menteri Besar confident voter sentiment backing Barisan’s Ayer Kuning bid

The Malaysia Pavilion. — Picture via Facebook/Malaysia Pavilion Expo 2025 Osaka

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Miti accused of stealing concept and design for Malaysia Pavilion in Osaka’s Expo 2025, says probing claim

Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof speaks at a meet-and-greet dinner with Malaysians living in the UK at the Malaysian High Commission in London today. — Bernama pic

1 h ago

UK agrees to collaborate with Malaysia on tech and new energy, says DPM Fadillah

Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad speaks at the Mini Malaysia Madani Jom Sihat Carnival @ Kota Lama at Kota Bharu yesterday. — Bernama pic

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Sex education needs whole-of-government push, not just Health Ministry's duty, says minister

Her Majesty Raja Zarith Sofiah, Queen of Malaysia, has said that Malaysians should be grateful for the unity and peace enjoyed in the country. — Bernama pic

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Queen reminds Malaysians to cherish peace, warns against fuelling racial tensions

Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Law and Institutional Reform) Datuk Seri Azalina Othman Said is set to represent Malaysia at the International Court of Justice in The Hague this Monday. — Bernama pic

1 h ago

Malaysia to deliver oral statement at international court over Israel’s occupation of Palestine

Minister of Health Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad speaks at a press conference during the Mini Malaysia Madani Jom Sihat Carnival @ Kota Lama at Kota Baru today. — Bernama pic

2 h ago

Dzulkefly warns falling STEM interest among top students threatens future medical talent supply

The three candidates contesting in the Ayer Kuning state by-election (from left): Bawani KS, 40, representing Parti Sosialis Malaysia (PSM); Abd Muhaimin Malek, 44, from Perikatan Nasional (PN); and Barisan Nasional (BN) candidate Dr Mohamad Yusri Bakir, 54. — Bernama pic

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‘We’ve done our best’: PSM candidate Bawani casts first vote in Ayer Kuning by-election

The swearing-in ceremony of Tun Ramli Ngah Talib as the ninth Yang Dipertua Negeri of Penang will take place on May 1 at Dewan Sri Pinang here, said Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow. — Bernama pic

2 h ago

Swearing-in ceremony of Ramli as Penang governor on May 1, says Chow

Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Federal Territories) Datuk Seri Dr Zaliha Mustafa delivers a speech at the Madani Aid Presentation Ceremony for Sports Associations of the Federal Territories of Kuala Lumpur and Putrajaya yesterday. — Bernama pic

2 h ago

Kuala Lumpur Local Plan 2040 in final stages, says Federal Territories minister

Police seized more than 75 kilogrammes (kg) of marijuana buds, worth RM2.64 million, believed to be bound for sale in Europe during an inspection of a rented house used as a storage facility in Bukit Changgang in Banting, Selangor. — Picture by Choo Choy May

2 h ago

Police bust drug syndicate smuggling marijuana to Europe, seize over 75kg worth RM2.64m in Banting

Election Commission personnel carrying out their duties for the Ayer Kuning State Assembly by-election at Sekolah Kebangsaan Sungai Lesong, Tapah today. — Bernama pic

2 h ago

Voting kicks off 8am today in Ayer Kuning’s three-way by-election

Former Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob completed his ninth round of questioning by the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) yesterday. — Bernama pic

2 h ago

Ismail Sabri completes ninth MACC questioning in corruption probe

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim greets congregants during Friday prayers at Masjid Ar-Rashid in Taman Koperasi Perpaduan, Tambun, today. — Bernama pic

15 h ago

Anwar urges schools to prioritise digital technology and AI mastery

— A mother of two who was previously sentenced to two months in jail by the Magistrate’s Court here for stealing groceries from a supermarket, breathed a sigh of relief when the High Court today released her after her sentence was reduced to six days in jail. — Reuters pic

16 h ago

Desperate mum jailed for stealing groceries freed after six days as High Court slashes sentence

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