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

Malaysia / 13 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 / 8 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 / 10 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 / 11 h ago

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

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

Malaysia / 5 h ago

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

The fee is aimed at offsetting the rising costs of maintaining Jalan Genting Highlands and its slopes — expenses the company has borne alone since the 1960s. — Picture from https://normasiti2014.wordpress.com/

Malaysia / 3 h ago

Pay to climb: Fee to use Genting Highlands road soon

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 / 13 h ago

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

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 / 7 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 / 10 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 / 9 h ago

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

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

Malaysia / 5 h ago

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

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 / 9 h ago

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

A file photograph shows storm clouds over Kuala Lumpur on October 19, 2023. — Picture by Hari Anggara.

Malaysia / 3 h ago

Thunderstorm alert: Klang Valley and several states brace for evening downpour

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

Eat-drink / 11 h ago

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

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 / 6 h ago

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

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Yeo Bee Yin: 30pc women’s quota in politics strengthens democracy, reflects Malaysia’s diversity

Women, Children and Community Development Select Committee chairman Yeo Bee Yin said the implementation of a 30 per cent women’s quota in politics is not merely to increase the number of women leaders, but an important step towards strengthening the foundation of democracy to make it more inclusive and equitable. — Picture by Firdaus Latif

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 13 — The implementation of a 30 per cent women’s quota in politics is not merely to increase the number of women leaders, but an important step towards strengthening the foundation of democracy to make it more inclusive and equitable, said Women, Children and Community Development Select...

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The Penang Port Commission has strongly denied recent social media claims alleging that ferry services in Penang, particularly the ‘Pulau Duyung’ ferry, are equipped with only three life jackets. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 9 m ago

Penang Port Commission denies claim Pulau Duyung ferry had only three life jackets

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim delivers a speech at the Tun Abdul Razak Chancellery Hall, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM), in Bangi on November 13, 2025. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 12 m ago

Anwar orders tighter oversight to prevent waste in development projects

Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Law and Institutional Reform) Datuk Seri Azalina Othman Said said the government will establish an Online Safety Committee as the highest monitoring body to address issues related to online safety. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 36 m ago

Azalina: Govt to establish Online Safety Committee under new Act to address harmful content, protect users

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Deputy Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Law and Institutional Reform) M. Kulasegaran said 608 out of 3,093 sexual crime cases involving individuals under the age of 18, recorded from 2023 to October this year, occurred in school areas. — Bernama pic

46 m ago

Malaysia records over 3,000 sexual crimes against minors since 2023, including 608 in schools, says deputy minister

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim shakes hands with South African President Matamela Cyril Ramaphosa during the opening of the 47th Asean Summit and Related Summits at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre today. — Bernama pic

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Anwar rejects claims Malaysia submissive to US, says ART deal respects national interests

Under Terengganu’s laws, offenders convicted of khalwat may face up to six strokes of the cane. — Ghaz Ghazali/The Borneo Post pic

2 h ago

Terengganu approves nine mosques for shariah caning, plans expansion to public areas

Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Federal Territories) Datuk Seri Dr Zaliha Mustafa attends Parliament in Kuala Lumpur on October 9, 2025. — Bernama pic

2 h ago

Dr Zaliha: Jawi, USM drafting rules for multi-level graves as KL cemeteries near full capacity

Kinabatangan Member of Parliament Datuk Seri Bung Moktar Radin (left) and his wife Datin Seri Zizie Izette Abdul Samad at the Sessions Court in Kuala Lumpur, September 24, 2025. — Bernama pic

2 h ago

Corruption trial on hold: Bung Moktar and wife’s hearings pushed to January amid Sabah polls

An undated photograph of Si Cacat. — Lok Kawi Wildlife Park pic

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Si Cacat, last Malayan tiger at Lok Kawi Wildlife Park dies after long battle with arthritis

ChatGPT said:PKDM has unveiled 39 of the 40 candidates it plans to field for the upcoming 17th Sabah state election, including former Sabah DAP chairman Datuk Frankie Poon Ming Fung. — Picture by Julia Chan

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PKDM announces 39 candidates for Sabah polls, including ex-DAP chief Frankie Poon

The fee is aimed at offsetting the rising costs of maintaining Jalan Genting Highlands and its slopes — expenses the company has borne alone since the 1960s. — Picture from https://normasiti2014.wordpress.com/

3 h ago

Pay to climb: Fee to use Genting Highlands road soon

Deputy Minister of International Trade and Industry Liew Chin Tong said his remarks were selectively quoted from a public forum, creating a misleading impression of the agreement. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin

3 h ago

Deputy minister rejects MPs’ call for RCI, says ART agreement protects sovereignty

A file photograph shows storm clouds over Kuala Lumpur on October 19, 2023. — Picture by Hari Anggara.

3 h ago

Thunderstorm alert: Klang Valley and several states brace for evening downpour

3 h ago

1MDB drops JPMorgan, Coutts: Billion-dollar suit now zeroes in on Deutsche Bank, PetroSaudi, Tarek Obaid and Patrick Mahony

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

3 h ago

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

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

4 h ago

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

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

4 h ago

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

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

4 h ago

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

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