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Petrol pumps shut at Samarahan Petronas station following diesel mix‑up and vehicle breakdowns. — The Borneo Post pic

Malaysia / 19 h ago

Petrol mixed with diesel at Samarahan Petronas station stalls vehicles, forces temporary closure

Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) Chief Commissioner Tan Sri Azam Baki presents items seized from Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob during a press conference at the MACC headquarters in Putrajaya, March 3, 2025. — Picture by Choo Choy May

Malaysia / 18 h ago

From gold bars to bank raids, 2025 stands out as the government’s fiercest year against corruption

Explaining his reasoning, Perlis State Legislative Assembly Speaker Rus’ele Eizan said the loss of the three seats could alter the balance of power in the assembly.

Malaysia / 15 h ago

Perlis Speaker to notify EC, seeks by-elections for Chuping, Bintong, Guar Sanji to maintain assembly stability

Hannah Yeoh and Yeo Bee Yin share the spotlight. — Pictures by Raymond Manuel and Ahmad Zamzahuri

Opinion / 18 h ago

A Christmas tale of two DAP ladies, no carols included

Pictures of trash littering Jalan Bukit Bintang and a garbage truck arriving in the area. — Picture from Instagram/DBKL

Malaysia / 10 h ago

Festive fun, not trash: DBKL urges responsible celebration as Jalan Bukit Bintang gets littered

Gold jewellery and small savings, long held by Malaysian families as a form of financial protection, have gained new significance as rising prices quietly strengthen household balance sheets and offer a buffer against the cost-of-living squeeze. — AFP pic

Money / 13 h ago

As gold prices climb, many Malaysian families find a hidden financial cushion

Umno Youth chief Dr Akmal Saleh has urged for Perikatan Nasional to be dissolved following fresh cracks in the coalition after PAS expelled three Perlis assemblymen. — Picture by Firdaus Latif

Malaysia / 14 h ago

‘Perlis, oh Perlis’: Umno Youth chief calls out betrayal, urges end of Perikatan

An aerial view of the eatery, showing parts of the surrounding land that have eroded, has raised safety concerns among netizens. — Picture from social media

Malaysia / 16 h ago

Dining in danger? Erosion threatens viral eatery along Simpang Pulai-Cameron Highlands road (VIDEO)

Mohd Shukri Ramli said he had informed the Ruler of Perlis of his decision to resign due to health reasons. — Picture via Facebook/Mohd Shukri Ramli

Malaysia / 10 h ago

Mohd Shukri Ramli resigns as Perlis menteri besar over health reasons

The issue arose after a 27-second video circulated widely on social media, showing a man dressed as a woman receiving an award at an international event. — Pexels.com pic

Malaysia / 16 h ago

Jawi tasked with probe after man seen dressed as woman at international event

To enhance responsiveness, MBPP will utilise its CCTV network as ‘Intelligent Eyes’ to monitor real-time traffic conditions and identify congestion points, allowing for the swift deployment of enforcement teams. — Picture from Facebook/Aun Chuan

Malaysia / 16 h ago

Holiday gridlock? Penang activates ‘Ops Payung’ to ease festive traffic

Perlis Menteri Besar Mohd Shukri Ramli Mohd Shukri speaking at an event October 20, 2023. — Picture by Shafwan Zaidon

Malaysia / 13 h ago

Perlis assemblyman insists actions justified, vows PAS remains in his heart

Sanglang assemblyman Mohd Shukri Ramli said he was not angry with the assemblymen but acknowledged he may have been ‘too kind’ and placed too much trust in the friendships he had formed. — Screengrab from Facebook/Mohd Shukri Ramli

Malaysia / 9 h ago

‘We never expected this from our friends’, says Mohd Shukri Ramli amid Perlis political turmoil

Former activist lawyer Ravi Madasamy, better known as M. Ravi, took drugs with a friend before he was found unconscious at home, police said. — TODAY pic

Singapore / 19 h ago

Singapore police say former lawyer M. Ravi took drugs before death; friend arrested

Abang Johari wishes everyone a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. — Picture via Facebook/Sarawakku

Malaysia / 19 h ago

Christmas message from Abang Jo highlights surplus budget and bold vision for Sarawak’s growth

Malaysia

8 h ago

‘Real transformation is under way’: Anwar pledges inclusive development for Sarawak under Madani govt

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said full commitment was also being given to the implementation of the Malaysia Agreement 1963 (MA63), in addition to fair management of oil and gas resources to ensure that economic benefits were channelled directly to the people. — Bernama pic

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 25 — The Madani Government remains committed to driving the wellbeing of the people of Sarawak through strategic investments, inclusive economic development and the creation of new job opportunities, says Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.He said full commitment was also being given to the implementation of...

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Sanglang assemblyman Mohd Shukri Ramli said he was not angry with the assemblymen but acknowledged he may have been ‘too kind’ and placed too much trust in the friendships he had formed. — Screengrab from Facebook/Mohd Shukri Ramli

Malaysia / 9 h ago

‘We never expected this from our friends’, says Mohd Shukri Ramli amid Perlis political turmoil

Mohd Shukri Ramli said he had informed the Ruler of Perlis of his decision to resign due to health reasons. — Picture via Facebook/Mohd Shukri Ramli

Malaysia / 10 h ago

Mohd Shukri Ramli resigns as Perlis menteri besar over health reasons

Almost 1,400 staff from a cleaning company were attending the event when smoke and flames were spotted from the roof at the rear of the hall, prompting the emcee to order an immediate evacuation. — Picture from Facebook/Kelab Info Malaysia

Malaysia / 10 h ago

Hotel banquet hall fire in Melaka forces guests to evacuate, one hospitalised (VIDEO)

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Pictures of trash littering Jalan Bukit Bintang and a garbage truck arriving in the area. — Picture from Instagram/DBKL

10 h ago

Festive fun, not trash: DBKL urges responsible celebration as Jalan Bukit Bintang gets littered

Slow-moving traffic at the Sungai Besi Toll Plaza Traffic in Kuala Lumpur as the public began entering the capital for the end-of-year school holidays, December 24, 2025. — Bernama pic

11 h ago

Christmas getaway snarls traffic on Malaysia’s major highways

Media reports previously described the case as particularly disturbing, with the father-in-law allegedly conspiring with his son-in-law to carry out the robbery before both were arrested by police last Saturday. — Picture by Ahmad Zamzahuri

11 h ago

Father-in-law, son-in-law remanded four more days until Dec 28 over robbery of female student at Al Bukhary Mosque in Kedah

The Malaysian Meteorological Department has issued a thunderstorm warning for several states, with heavy rain, strong winds and thunderstorms expected until 7pm. — Picture by Hari Anggara

11 h ago

Storm alert: MetMalaysia issues thunderstorm warning for multiple states until 7pm

Three PAS state assemblymen in Perlis whose positions were automatically vacated following the immediate termination of their party membership have been instructed to promptly return all state government assets in their possession. — Bernama pic

12 h ago

Expelled Perlis reps told to return state assets immediately

An undated illustrative image shows detainees in handcuffs. — Picture by Raymond Manuel

12 h ago

Ops Selera nets four undocumented workers at popular Kampung Baru restaurant

A man inspects a garage damaged by Thai air strikes in Poipet town, Banteay Meanchey province, amid border clashes between Cambodia and Thailand on December 18, 2025. — AFP pic

12 h ago

Stuck in conflict areas? Embassy tells Malaysians to call for help

In the incident at about 9.45am on December 10, a woman in her 50s and her five-year-old adopted daughter were found burnt to death in their rented house in Taman Rathna, Telok Air Tawar in Butterworth. — Picture from Facebook/Bomba Sukarela Sungai Puyu Butterworth Pulau Pinang

12 h ago

Man to be charged tomorrow over house fire deaths of mum, adopted sister in Butterworth

The late Suri Narudin’s body being taken out after the post-mortem procedure at the Forensic Medicine Unit of Rembau Hospital in Seremban, December 24, 2025. — Bernama pic

13 h ago

Pedas body-in-bag case: Main suspect in Suri Narudin murder to be charged in Tampin tomorrow

Perlis Menteri Besar Mohd Shukri Ramli Mohd Shukri speaking at an event October 20, 2023. — Picture by Shafwan Zaidon

13 h ago

Perlis assemblyman insists actions justified, vows PAS remains in his heart

A total of 8,006 volunteers have been appointed to assist with this year’s Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) examination, marking the highest number since the initiative was launched in 2023. — Bernama pic

12 h ago

From classrooms to exam halls: 8,006 volunteers back teachers in record SPM drive

Director-General of Education Dr Mohd Azam Ahmad said that the reports are meant only to guide the management of receiving schools. — Bernama pic

13 h ago

Schools barred from rejecting pupils over health or discipline records, says Education DG

Earlier, a drone video uploaded on TikTok by ‘Mummy Naura’ went viral, showing what appeared to be soil erosion beside the dining area at the popular eatery on Jalan Simpang Pulai-Cameron Highlands. — Picture from social media

13 h ago

Landslide risk: Perak Forestry Dept to close popular Jalan Simpang Pulai-Cameron Highlands eatery for a month following JKR advice

Sources said the MACC has also intensified investigations, which began the day before yesterday, by reviewing accounts suspected to be involved in procurement-related corruption. — Picture by Choo Choy May

14 h ago

Military project procurement: MACC records statements from three individuals

Umno Youth chief Dr Akmal Saleh has urged for Perikatan Nasional to be dissolved following fresh cracks in the coalition after PAS expelled three Perlis assemblymen. — Picture by Firdaus Latif

14 h ago

‘Perlis, oh Perlis’: Umno Youth chief calls out betrayal, urges end of Perikatan

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