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A 61-year-old man and his 56-year-old wife were instantly killed when a Toyota Vios sedan crashed into their motorcycle on Jalan Ampang in Kuala Lumpur on May 2, 2026 at about 5.30am. — Picture from Facebook/Bernama

Malaysia / 15 h ago

Husband and wife on motorbike die from rear-end crash at Jalan Ampang in KL, police suspect DUI

Mohd Qayyum, father of nine-year-old Nur Qaseh Deandra Mohd Qayyum who was found drowned in Sungai Langat three days after strong currents swept her away in Bandar Mahkota Cheras, arrives at Kajang Hospital for the post-mortem on May 3, 2026. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 16 h ago

Burial tonight for nine-year-old girl found drowned three days after vanishing from Bandar Mahkota Cheras play area

A passenger on board Air Arabia Flight G9471 jumped out of the Airbus A320 plane as it was taxiing to the terminal at the Chennai International Airport at about 3.22am May 3, 2026, forcing the closure of the main runway for about an hour. — Unsplash pic

World / 15 h ago

Air Arabia passenger opens emergency exit and jumps off plane mid-taxi at Chennai airport

Deputy Prime Minister and Umno president Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi, deputy president Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan, and secretary-general Datuk Dr Asyraf Wajdi Dusuki attend the Umno 80th anniversary convention at the World Trade Centre Kuala Lumpur on May 2, 2026. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 19 h ago

Ahmad Zahid: ‘Unfair’ to accuse Tok Mat of masterminding Negeri Sembilan crisis

A woman holds two Iranian flags while attending a May Day rally marking International Workers’ Day in Washington, DC on May 1, 2026. — AFP pic

World / 16 h ago

‘Impossible’ military operation or ‘bad deal’? Iran tells Trump to choose

The Rain Rave Water Music Festival (RRWMF) officially wrapped up after three days of soaking-wet festivities and non-stop music. — Picture by Yusof Isa

Malaysia / 2 h ago

How Rain Rave took over Bukit Bintang with massive crowds and viral moments (VIDEO)

A person holds an umbrella as it rains in Kuantan, Pahang, on March 4, 2023. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 18 h ago

Brace for evening thunderstorms: MetMalaysia warns of heavy downpours across the country

Roadside dining in Bangkok’s Chinatown is part of the charm of Thailand’s capital, but tighter controls now threaten the livelihoods of hawkers and culture. — AFP pic

Life / 14 h ago

No more roadside Pad Thai? Bangkok’s street food sellers battle new rules as city cracks down on footpath businesses

Muar MP Syed Saddiq previously shared a video of his proposal to actress-singer Bella Astillah atop Mount Kinabalu on social media. — Screengrab via Facebook/Syed Saddiq Syed Abdul Rahman

Showbiz / 19 h ago

Syed Saddiq says wedding with Bella Astillah set for this year as families prepare

The granite base of the parabolic staircase at the main entrance has been left cordoned off until specialists are available to restore it. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin

Malaysia / 4 h ago

A century-old clock above, hidden tunnel below: How Bangunan Sultan Abdul Samad’s legacy was given new life

National track cycling ace Datuk Mohd Azizulhasni Awang has described his men’s keirin gold medal victory at the 2026 Track Cycling World Cup at the National Velodrome here as a very special moment in his career. — Bernama pic

Sports / 18 h ago

National cycling federation proposes naming National Velodrome after ‘Pocket Rocketman’ Azizulhasni

Nasi Lemak with Ayam Rendang and Paru is double happiness, especially with the well prepared ‘paru’ and ‘ayam rendang’. — Picture by Lee Khang Yi

Eat-drink / 3 h ago

Show some love to Nasi Lemak Pak Din, a neighbourhood favourite in PJ Section 17

Bukit Aman Criminal Investigation Department (CID) director Datuk M. Kumar said the suspect, in his 30s, was detained at 7.10pm by a Bukit Aman CID team, with assistance from the Penang Police Contingent Headquarters and the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 3 h ago

Man held in Bukit Mertajam over social media post allegedly insulting Selangor Sultan

A Toyota Hiace carrying 11 people, aged 12 to 76, from Perak to Kampung Alor Serdang, Setiu skidded off the road and crashed into a tree at 1.50am May 3, 2026, after the driver lost control. — Picture from Facebook/Info Bencana Terengganu

Malaysia / 17 h ago

Family trip turns tragic after Toyota Hiace van carrying 11 crashes in Jertih, oldest passenger dies in Besut hospital

Umno secretary-general Datuk Dr Asyraf Wajdi Dusuki delivers a speech at the Umno 80th anniversary convention at the World Trade Centre Kuala Lumpur on May 2, 2026. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 19 h ago

Unity government council to discuss Negeri Sembilan MB row next week

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9 m ago

Anwar says austerity measures won’t hit healthcare or hiring of new doctors

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim speaks to reporters after the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability’s monthly assembly in Putrajaya May 4, 2026. — Picture by Choo Choy May

PUTRAJAYA, May 4 — Austerity measures that could see billions of ringgit slashed from several ministries will not affect core programmes, including critical healthcare services and the recruitment of new doctors.Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim clarified the matter this morning amid concerns that spending cuts, driven by ballooning subsidy...

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Police vehicles pursue a suspect car in Penang during a chase that allegedly saw 12 vehicles damaged. — Screengrab via social media

Malaysia / 13 m ago

Penang man remanded over 20km police chase that allegedly leaves 12 vehicles damaged

Tan Sri Abang Johari Openg stresses a point during the town hall session. — Ukas pic via The Borneo Post

Malaysia / 22 m ago

Sarawak eyes nanosatellite launch by 2030 as part of AI-driven future, says premier

Sarawak Premier Tan Sri Abang Johari Openg speaks during the town hall session in Manchester. Also seen is chief political secretary to the Premier Datuk Fazzrudin Abdul Rahman. — Ukas pic via The Borneo Post

Malaysia / 47 m ago

Sarawak to pivot to green energy, AI and chips industry, says Abang Johari

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File picture of the aftermath at the Tupah Water Treatment Plant waterway following a surge near Gunung Jerai in Tupah, Sungai Petani, Kedah, on August 23, 2021. Three Yemeni men experienced moments of panic after being trapped by a water surge while bathing at Sungai Kedondong waterfall in Batang Kali yesterday evening. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin

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Three foreign tourists trapped in Batang Kali waterfall surge, one injured in rescue

Kota Bharu police chief Assistant Commissioner Mohd Azmir Damiri said online claims linking one of the teen suspects in the 61-stab murder case to a retired police officer are false. — Benama pic

1 h ago

Kelantan cops deny Ketereh teen murder suspect comes from influential police family

Selangor police chief Datuk Shazeli Kahar said the reports were received from across the country, lodged by various parties condemning what he described as an extreme act of provocation. — Bernama pic

1 h ago

Selangor police: 280 reports lodged over social media caricature insulting Sultan Sharafuddin

Datuk Seri Rafizi Ramli has arrived at the MACC headquarters in Putrajaya, to provide a statement over an investigation linked to the government’s collaboration with Arm Holdings. — Bernama pic

1 h ago

Rafizi arrives at MACC over Arm Holdings probe

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim delivers his speech during the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability’s monthly assembly in Putrajaya May 4, 2026. — Picture by Choo Choy May

1 h ago

Anwar calls on civil servants to help explain govt’s subsidy balancing act amid Middle East energy shock

Dubai skyline is seen from a yacht in this file picture dated October 7, 2025. The Raja of Perlis, Tuanku Syed Sirajuddin Jamalullail said he believes the state can grow into a trading hub, innovation centre and regional economic meeting point, given its strategic location in the northern part of Peninsular Malaysia bordering Thailand. — Reuters pic

1 h ago

‘Second Dubai’ vision: Raja of Perlis sees state as Asean gateway and trade hub

Two 19-year-old suspects remain under remand as police continue investigations into the murder of a college student in Ketereh. — Bernama pic

2 h ago

Couple freed on bail as police zero in on two teens over 61-stab murder in Ketereh

Datuk Awang Tengah Ali Hasan greets well-wishers at the festival. — Ukas pic via The Borneo Post

2 h ago

Sarawak deputy premier: 48 projects under 12MP driving Mukah’s rise as economic hub

Tan Sri Abang Johari Openg is welcomed by Sarawakian students upon his arrival at the Anak Sarawak Dinner in Manchester. — Ukas pic via The Borneo Post

2 h ago

Sarawak building knowledge economy driven by ‘brain power’, says premier

Sarawak Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts Minister Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah delivers his speech during the Born to Perform dance competition. Also seen on stage is artistic director January Chan. — The Borneo Post pic

2 h ago

Cities must embrace arts to nurture well-rounded youth, says Sarawak minister

File picture of Perdana Putra building, which houses the Prime Minister’s Office, in Putrajaya on March 3, 2025. In a statement on Sunday, PMO said the visit will be undertaken at the invitation of the Sultan of Pahang, Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri’ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah, and the Tengku Ampuan of Pahang, Tunku Azizah Aminah Maimunah Iskandariah. — Picture by Raymond Manuel

2 h ago

PMO: Lee Hsien Loong to visit Pahang, Terengganu to deepen Malaysia-Singapore ties

A viral dispute near a TNB electrical substation in Kajang was limited to a verbal argument, according to police. — Screengrab from Facebook video

2 h ago

Police say viral Kajang dispute involved married couple, no assault reported

Batu Gajah district police chief ACP Md Noor Aehawan Mohammad said in the 2.40 am incident, the victim, Shah Rin Busu, 30, an Orang Asli man, was pronounced dead at the scene due to multiple injuries. — Picture by Raymond Manuel

2 h ago

Plantation worker killed after motorcycle hits cow near Batu Gajah

Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said the achievement was the result of a transformation in skills education through the rebranding of TVETMARA, which emphasises training standards aligned with future economic needs. — Bernama pic

2 h ago

98pc employability: Zahid says TVETMARA-industry link delivers

About 100 residents from 24 families in Kampung Melayu Raya, Pekan Nanas were relocated to a temporary relief centre after a storm damaged their homes yesterday. — Pictures from Facebook/Orang Kota - Tinggi

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Storm rips through Pontian, 100 evacuated (VIDEO)

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