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Malaysia’s central bank has tightened its complaint rules to make banks more accountable to customers. — Reuters pic

Malaysia / 9 h ago

Lost credit card or billing dispute? Here’s how BNM’s new rules make it easier to get help

Dutch model Ivana Smit, 18, was found dead at CapSquare Residence on December 7, 2017, after falling from a 20th-floor unit. An inquest in 2018 ruled her death a ‘misadventure’, though the High Court later determined it was caused by ‘persons known or unknown’. — Picture via Instagram/Ivana Smit

Malaysia / 5 h ago

Govt must pay RM1.1m to late Dutch model’s family, High Court rules

An aerial view of the Federal Territory Mosque in Kuala Lumpur. The ‘Duta enclave’ is home to several government offices, including the Tun Razak Hockey Stadium, the Malaysian Institute of Integrity, the National Archives, the Kuala Lumpur Syariah Court, the Inland Revenue Board building, the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission Academy, and possibly parts of the Federal Territory Mosque. — Picture courtesy of David ST Loh

Malaysia / 6 h ago

Semantan Estate loses bid to register Duta Enclave land, govt keeps ownership after apex court rejects appeal

The Attorney General’s Chambers said the decision was made as there was no solid evidence so far directly linking him to the death of a 31-year-old Taiwanese female influencer. — Picture from Instagram/namewee

Malaysia / 7 h ago

‘No solid evidence linking him to Taiwanese influencer’s death’: Namewee will be released on police bail, says AGC

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim looks to fill key vacancies and signal a renewed focus on governance soon. — Picture via Facebook/Anwar Ibrahim

Malaysia / 9 h ago

New faces, same focus? Analysts predict Cabinet shake-up in Dec after Sabah polls to reset unity or test it

A still shows two cars colliding following the incident at a petrol station in Persiaran Raja Muda Musa, Klang.

Malaysia / 1 h ago

Man arrested after ramming cop in dramatic Klang petrol station incident (VIDEO)

The prosecution had sought a fine, but District Judge Sharmila Sripathy-Shanaz ruled that a custodial sentence was warranted due to the deliberate and selfish nature of her deception. — Reuters pic

Singapore / 3 h ago

Singapore woman jailed for lying about address to secure primary school place for daughter

Regent of Johor, Tunku Ismail Sultan Ibrahim also voiced concern over the state’s healthcare projects, including the delayed completion of Pasir Gudang Hospital, ongoing issues at Hospital Sultanah Aminah (HSA), and the lagging Hospital Sultanah Aminah 2 (HSA2) project. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 6 h ago

Tunku Ismail criticises federal govt inaction on RTS Link traffic, calls for urgent plan

Anwar requested that negotiations on the special grant begin immediately to avoid further delays. — File picture by Sayuti Zainudin

Malaysia / 5 h ago

Anwar: Cabinet won’t challenge Sabah’s 40pc federal revenue share, appeal limited to legal reasoning

Johor Menteri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi Onn Hafiz said the state government acknowledges the Regent’s concerns and remains committed to collaborating with federal authorities to find the best solutions. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 6 h ago

Johor MB pledges joint effort with federal govt after Tunku Ismail flags RTS and healthcare issues

The scene-stealing ‘toripaitan ramen’ that is worth coming back for. — Picture by Ethan Lau

Eat-drink / 7 h ago

For ‘yakitori’, raw chicken offal and scene-stealing ‘toripaitan ramen’, head to Yakitori Lab Murasaki in Solaris Mont Kiara

The BBC is battling its biggest crisis in decades after its two most senior leaders resigned over accusations of bias that have prompted US President Donald Trump to threaten legal action. — Reuters pic

World / 19 h ago

BBC in turmoil: How the Trump edit controversy triggered resignations and a funding debate

Yesterday, it was reported that 13 individuals, including a woman, were remanded for four days for allegedly participating in an illegal assembly in front of the Istana Negeri in Kubang Kerian on Tuesday. — Reuters pic

Malaysia / 7 h ago

Thirteen people in police custody till Saturday for allegedly gathering to hand over old items in front of Kelantan palace

He said this follows court rulings that found the police had previously failed to conduct proper investigations into the matter. — File picture by Choo Choy May

Malaysia / 2 h ago

Police to reinvestigate disappearances of Amri Che Mat, Raymond Koh, home minister says after court ruling

A still from an online video shows Namewee outside a police station.

Malaysia / 1 h ago

Namewee out from remand now on police bail as investigators await autopsy report in Taiwanese influencer’s case

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26 m ago

Comprehensive review of Malaysia’s death penalty set to start next year, says deputy minister

Deputy Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Law and Institutional Reform) said the study, to be carried out by a working group, is expected to run for several months but could be extended if needed to ensure a thorough review. — Bernama pic

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 13 — The government has confirmed that a comprehensive study on the total abolition of the death penalty is set to begin in January 2026, Deputy Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Law and Institutional Reform) M. Kulasegaran told Dewan Rakyat today.He said the study, to be...

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Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim raises hands with Datuk Yamani Hafez Musa’s during the PKR candidate announcement event at the Sabah International Convention Centre, Kota Kinabalu, last night. — Picture by Julia Chan

Malaysia / 37 m ago

When politics runs in the blood — Sabah’s most powerful families face off across party lines

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said Malaysia must move swiftly to become a regional hub for semiconductors and digital technology amid the rapid growth of artificial intelligence and global digital transformation. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin

Malaysia / 48 m ago

Malaysia eyes semiconductor hub status as AI reshapes global economy, says Anwar

Plantation and Commodities Minister Datuk Seri Johari Ghani told the Dewan Rakyat today said that limited government financial support for smallholders has contributed to the slow progress. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 49 m ago

Johari Ghani warns of RM7 billion loss if Malaysia fails to replant ageing oil palms

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The Madani government’s resolve to wage an all-out war against cartels and smuggling represents an extraordinary effort to save the nation and its people, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin

55 m ago

Govt waging all-out war on cartels and smuggling to save nation, says Anwar

There will be a water supply interruption for several areas in Kapit tomorrow from 8pm until midnight. — Picture by KE Ooi

1 h ago

Water supply in several Kapit areas to be disrupted tomorrow for pipe connection works

Health Minister Datuk Seri Dzulkefly Ahmad presents the award to Dr Veronica at the Ministry of Health ICT Day 2025 in Putrajaya. — Picture via Facebook/Jabatan Kesihatan Negeri Sarawak

1 h ago

Sarawak aims to be first state with fully digitalised health clinics by 2026, 175 already online, says Dr Sim

The Federal Court has granted the government leave to appeal against the Court of Appeal’s decision declaring the words ‘offensive’ and ‘annoy’ under Section 233 of the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998 (Act 588) unconstitutional and invalid. — Picture by Choo Choy May

1 h ago

Federal Court to hear govt appeal on CMA Section 233 ‘offensive’ and ‘annoy’ provisions after leave granted

A still from an online video shows Namewee outside a police station.

1 h ago

Namewee out from remand now on police bail as investigators await autopsy report in Taiwanese influencer’s case

The Finance Ministry said the Bandar Malaysia redevelopment is scheduled to start at the end of 2026. — Bernama pic

1 h ago

Bandar Malaysia redevelopment to begin end-2026 with smart city, transit-oriented design

An undated photograph shows an aerial view of the Bukit Panchor Dam and Water Treatment Plant. — PBAPP pic

1 h ago

Penang cracks down on illegal anglers at state’s dams after new breach

A still shows two cars colliding following the incident at a petrol station in Persiaran Raja Muda Musa, Klang.

1 h ago

Man arrested after ramming cop in dramatic Klang petrol station incident (VIDEO)

Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor announces the last four GRS candidates on November 13, 2025, ahead of November 29 Sabah election. — Bernama pic

2 h ago

Tamparuli, Bingkor, Kukusan to see new contenders as GRS finalises slate; Sebatik incumbent to defend seat

Johor Menteri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi said this was the first time that the state government had announced such an incentive to federal civil servants. — Bernama pic

2 h ago

Johor Budget 2026: Special incentives for state and federal civil servants, flight aid for Johor-born students studying in Sabah, Sarawak

He said this follows court rulings that found the police had previously failed to conduct proper investigations into the matter. — File picture by Choo Choy May

2 h ago

Police to reinvestigate disappearances of Amri Che Mat, Raymond Koh, home minister says after court ruling

Subang MP Wong Chen said certain provisions in the agreement could undermine Malaysia’s sovereignty and align the country too closely with US national security and economic interests. — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa

2 h ago

MPs push for RCI on US-Malaysia trade deal over sovereignty, transparency concerns

He said several discussions on the matter had been held in the past, including those involving Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof. — File pic by Sayuti Zainudin

3 h ago

Anwar says Putrajaya accepts court ruling on Sabah funds, denies political motive

Ipsos also found that about 70 per cent of online shoppers in Malaysia are aged between 18 and 44 years. — AFP pic

3 h ago

Online shopping boom: Nearly two-thirds of Malaysians buy online as e-commerce grows 16pc, Ipsos finds

He noted that the JS-SEZ has already seen positive development and that expanding it trilaterally could bring significant benefits, but emphasised that careful analysis is needed first. — File pic by Firdaus Latif

3 h ago

Malaysia, Singapore and Indonesia eye wider JS-SEZ collaboration, says Tengku Zafrul

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