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File picture of a ‘blood moon’ sighted in Kuala Lumpur on July 28, 2018. Malaysians are in for a spectacular celestial show tonight as the moon turns a deep red during a total lunar eclipse, popularly known as a ‘blood moon’. — Picture by Mukhriz Hazim

Malaysia / 13 h ago

Malaysia to witness rare ‘Blood Moon’ tonight, next one only in 2028

Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Federal Territories) Hannah Yeoh urged gym operators to pass on the 80 per cent licence fee reduction to the public through membership discounts, including special rates for seniors. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 6 h ago

Pass on the discount to your customers, FT minister tells gyms after 80pc licence fee cut

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim at the Dewan Rakyat, March 3, 2026. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 11 h ago

Anwar: Findings from special probe panel on MACC chief Azam Baki’s shareholdings expected this week

Signage of Genting Malaysia’s Resorts World is seen at its complex of casino, hotel and entertainment park in Genting Highlands, Pahang, Malaysia on September 16, 2022. — Reuters pic

Malaysia / 5 h ago

High Court rules against Genting founder’s grandchildren in landmark will challenge

Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim stresses that any investigation into MACC chief commissioner Tan Sri Azam Baki, including his shareholdings, must follow due process and be transparent. — Screengrab from YouTube/Parlimen Malaysia

Malaysia / 12 h ago

‘Due process must prevail’: Anwar calls for transparent probe on MACC chief Azam Baki, disagrees with Bloomberg claims

According to the Order Paper on the Parliament’s official website, Abdul Latiff Abdul Rahman (PN-Kuala Krai) will pose a question during the oral question-and-answer session regarding the proposed transfer of the Matriculation Programme’s management from the Education Ministry to the Higher Education Ministry. — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa

Malaysia / 14 h ago

In Dewan Rakyat today: MACC’s recovered funds in focus as PM Anwar faces scrutiny over Madani record

Penang Police Chief Datuk Azizee Ismail said earlier a 58-year-old man had gone to the Pulau Tikus Police Station at 6.30am with blood on his head after being slashed by a known individual at a restaurant near the Pulau Tikus Market. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 14 h ago

Man, 68, found dead at George Town home after allegedly slashing Pulau Tikus restaurant patron

In a statement, the Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) said the quake was centred at 2.0 degrees North and 96.5 degrees East, at a depth of 10km. — Unsplash pic

Malaysia / 6 h ago

MetMalaysia: Tremors felt in parts of Kedah, Penang, Perlis after 6.5-magnitude Sumatra earthquake

S. Vikneswaran pleaded not guilty to both charges before Judge Harmi Thamri Mohamad and opted for a trial. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 11 h ago

Pahang university student pleads not guilty to desecration of Quran, posting offensive content

The Federal Court today unanimously dismissed Datin Seri Rosmah Mansor’s appeal, ruling that she had failed to show that there was a ‘real danger of bias’ by solar trial judge Datuk Mohamed Zaini Mazlan. — File picture by Sayuti Zainudin

Malaysia / 11 h ago

Rosmah fails final bid to remove judge or get retrial, appellate court to hear solar bribery appeal over 10-year jail, RM970m fine

Dewan Rakyat Deputy Speaker Alice Lau said eight government and independent MPs were absent and did not participate in the vote. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 12 h ago

Pakatan MPs fully present to back 2026 Constitutional Amendment Bill limiting PM tenure to 10 years

Datuk Seri Hamzah Zainudin confirms talks are underway for him to take over Parti Keluarga Malaysia after leaving Bersatu. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 10 h ago

Hamzah Zainudin in talks to take over Parti Keluarga Malaysia

Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil (left) speaks at a joint press conference with Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail at Menara 2 MCMC in Cyberjaya, March 3, 2026 — Picture by Yusof Isa

Malaysia / 7 h ago

‘Explain yourselves’: Fahmi says MPs who skipped PM term limit vote must answer to constituents, party leaders

Rapid KL says shuttle services are operating between Metro Prima and Damansara Damai stations at eight-minute intervals, while trains from Kwasa Damansara will turn back at Damansara Damai station at eight-minute intervals. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin

Malaysia / 14 h ago

Suspected cable theft disrupts MRT Putrajaya Line near Damansara Damai, repairs to last all day

The Malaysian government has brought the long-awaited proposal to separate the Attorney General and Public Prosecutor roles to Parliament, with the aim of improving prosecutorial independence. — Picture by Shafwan Zaidon

Malaysia / 16 h ago

AG-PP split explained: Key things to know about Malaysia’s massive legal reform

Malaysia

4 h ago

MACC nabs traffic cop over alleged RM30,000 protection fee from transport firms

KUANTAN, March 3 — A traffic officer has been detained by the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) on suspicions of soliciting and receiving approximately RM30,000 in bribes from several individuals and lorry company owners in return for protecting them from legal action.According to an MACC source, the male suspect, in his...

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Malaysia / 5 h ago

Wanted: Artist, husband accused of RM1.5m land scam in viral Threads post

A train for the MRT Putrajaya Line is seen during a media preview in Putrajaya on March 14, 2023. — Miera Zulyana pic

Malaysia / 5 h ago

Rapid Rail: Cable theft near Damansara Damai could hobble MRT Putrajaya Line for up to three days

Signage of Genting Malaysia’s Resorts World is seen at its complex of casino, hotel and entertainment park in Genting Highlands, Pahang, Malaysia on September 16, 2022. — Reuters pic

Malaysia / 5 h ago

High Court rules against Genting founder’s grandchildren in landmark will challenge

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All Pakatan Harapan MPs were present and supported the Bill, while the other six absentees were Datuk Hishammuddin Hussein (Sembrong), Larry Sng (Julau), Syed Abu Hussin Hafiz Syed Abdul Fasal (Bukit Gantang), Henry Sum Agong (Lawas), Riduan Rubin (Tenom), and Datuk Seri Jeffrey Kitingan (Keningau). — Bernama pic

5 h ago

Absence explained: Libaran MP in hospital, Tapah MP at prayers during PM tenure vote

Senior press secretary to the prime minister Tunku Nashrul Abaidah stressed that the government would not tolerate any form of insult towards Islam, particularly against the holy Quran. — Picture by Farhan Najib

6 h ago

Putrajaya says no tolerance for insults to Islam, warns public against spreading false claims

Senior press secretary to the prime minister, Tunku Nashrul Abaidah, said Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim had stressed that the availability of supplies and price stability of daily necessities must be guaranteed nationwide without exception. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin

6 h ago

Putrajaya to tighten Ramadan bazaar price checks, ensure essentials remain affordable for Raya

This file picture shows PDRM forensic officers inspecting the scene where Malaysia Border Control and Protection Agency Bukit Kayu Hitam commander SAC Mohd Nasaruddin Mohd Nasir’s vehicle was shot at in Bukit Kayu Hitam, February 25, 2026 — Bernama pic

6 h ago

Suspect followed border agency chief for a month before Bukit Kayu Hitam shooting, say police

Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Federal Territories) Hannah Yeoh urged gym operators to pass on the 80 per cent licence fee reduction to the public through membership discounts, including special rates for seniors. — Bernama pic

6 h ago

Pass on the discount to your customers, FT minister tells gyms after 80pc licence fee cut

This file picture shows SWCorp Perlis enforcement officers hanging a banner warning against littering at Arau Ramadan Bazaar, Arau, February 26, 2026. — Bernama pic

6 h ago

Nga hails ‘positive impact’ after 1,000 litterbugs given community service since January

Child Protector Siti Nur Fazlina Md Daud said the baby’s mother, known as Dita Ledia, an Indonesian national, had disappeared during discussions over the child’s welfare. — Picture from pexels.com

6 h ago

Welfare dept seeks mother who left baby girl at Seberang Jaya hospital

Deputy Minister M. Kulasegaran said the government is prioritising better drafting of Bills through wider engagement to improve quality, transparency and inclusiveness before they are tabled in Parliament. — Bernama pic

6 h ago

Can Bills be drafted better before tabling in Parliament? Kula says improvements underway

Datuk Seri Azalina Othman Said said the committee will examine the Bill, including the accountability mechanism for the Public Prosecutor, and recommend any amendments deemed necessary. — Bernama pic

6 h ago

Azalina to head 12-member panel reviewing AG–PP separation Bill, report due in three months

His Majesty the King Sultan Ibrahim has granted royal assent to nine Acts passed by Parliament, including amendments on insolvency, legal aid and social security. ― Picture by Shafwan Zaidon

6 h ago

King grants royal assent to nine Acts passed by Parliament

In a statement, the Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) said the quake was centred at 2.0 degrees North and 96.5 degrees East, at a depth of 10km. — Unsplash pic

6 h ago

MetMalaysia: Tremors felt in parts of Kedah, Penang, Perlis after 6.5-magnitude Sumatra earthquake

Bukit Aman CID director Datuk M Kumar says police have recorded statements from the complainant and a witness, with investigations ongoing and more individuals expected to be called to assist. — Bernama pic

6 h ago

Alleged plot to topple govt: Police record statements from two individuals

Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil said investigations show most deepfake material circulating online is facilitated by social media platforms. — AFP pic

6 h ago

‘Scammers paying to target Malaysians’: Fahmi vows crackdown on deepfake social media ads under new law

Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil said 4,380 websites have been blocked for pornographic content since 2022 at MCMC’s request. — Picture by Hari Anggara

7 h ago

Fahmi: Platforms comply with 80pc of 6,481 pornographic post removal requests since 2022

The offence was allegedly committed at Bank Simpanan Nasional, Medan Gopeng branch, here, on August 27, 2020. — Reuters pic

7 h ago

Two Perak Education Dept officers claim trial to RM4,000 bribery charges

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