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Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim speaks to members of the media after Friday prayers at Musolla IOI City Mall in Putrajaya March 6, 2026. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin

Malaysia / 18 h ago

Anwar advises Malaysians against wasteful spending as Middle East conflict risks wider economic impact

The tourism minister disposed of 14.21 million Timberwell shares at 90 sen each, representing nearly 16 per cent of the company. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 17 h ago

Tiong King Sing disposes of entire Timberwell stake after accepting takeover offer

The IGP said the suspects, aged between 16 and 21, were detained in coordinated raids conducted in the Klang Valley, Johor, Kedah and Terengganu. — Picture by Firdaus Latif

Malaysia / 17 h ago

Police confirm arrest of six Malaysian youths, three minors, in Islamic State‑linked extremist crackdown

The United States Department of Justice (DOJ) has announced the seizure of the LeakBase database. — Picture courtesy of DOJ

Malaysia / 16 h ago

US DOJ announces LeakBase takedown; MACC confirms seizure of Malaysia‑hosted servers

Ihor Komarov, 28, was identified from DNA samples taken from the dismembered body and compared to those of his mother, Bali police spokesman Ariasandy told reporters in Denpasar, the capital of Bali. — Picture from social media

World / 17 h ago

Body parts on Bali beach identified as kidnapped, tortured Ukrainian tourist, say Indonesian police

Surplus Pulau Pinang chairman Sophian Mohd Zain shaking hands with Kuil Sri Dewi Muniswarar committee chairman M. Karthikesan.

Malaysia / 17 h ago

Surplus Pulau Pinang drops planned demonstration at Bukit Mertajam temple after talks with police

Wee Kok Lai, 47, allegedly instigated the creation of 46 fraudulent quotations between June 2016 and February 2020 while employed as a manager on a mechanical works sub-contract. — Pexels pic

Singapore / 18 h ago

Malaysian manager in Singapore charged over allegedly instructing staff to forge HDB project quotations

The prime minister said the government will review the Special Investigation Committee’s findings before making any further statements. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 19 h ago

Anwar says awaiting AG’s report before commenting on Azam Baki shareholding issue

US President Donald Trump’s strategy toward other countries has been focused on intensely pressuring them to cooperate and loudly complaining when they say no. — Reuters pic

World / 12 h ago

A war without a coalition: In the Iran war, US goes it alone like never before as allies balk

Lim Guan Eng is appealing the quantum of damages awarded, which totalled RM50,000 in global damages and RM5,000 in costs. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 19 h ago

Lim Guan Eng files appeal over quantum of damages in Zuraida defamation suit

The documents released Thursday include descriptions of multiple 2019 interviews the FBI held with the woman, who alleged she was assaulted by both Epstein and Donald Trump while she was between 13 and 15 years old. — Reuters pic

World / 18 h ago

US Justice Dept unseals Epstein files with fresh allegations against Trump

The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission today called on Chai Jin Shern, also known as James Chai, to immediately contact investigating officers and return to Malaysia to assist in an ongoing investigation. — Picture by Choo Choy May

Malaysia / 14 h ago

MACC urges James Chai to return and cooperate, says media statements not a substitute for investigation

Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said authorities are investigating efforts to undermine political stability in the country. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 19 h ago

DPM Zahid: Immediate action needed against attempts to topple government

Parti Keadilan Rakyat (PKR) has filed lawsuits against former MPs and state asemblymen for allegedly breaching the conditions of a RM10 million bond after leaving the party six years ago. — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa

Malaysia / 13 h ago

PKR files suits against ex‑MPs, reps over alleged breach of RM10m party bond terms

In a statement, the Singapore Tourism Board (STB) said the special flight is scheduled to depart Singapore Changi Airport for Muscat International Airport at 5.30am on Sunday. — AFP pic

Singapore / 15 h ago

Stranded by Middle East airspace shutdown, foreign visitors in Singapore offered special flight to Oman on March 8

Malaysia

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Mohamad Sabu: Study on US-Iran conflict impact on Malaysia’s food security due next week

Minister of Agriculture and Food Security Datuk Seri Mohamad Sabu said the officers from KPKM’s food security and international divisions have been instructed to examine whether the tensions will impact oil prices and the country’s food export commodities. — Bernama pic

KOTA BHARU, March 7 — The study report on the effects of the United States-Iran conflict on the country’s food security will be known next week, said the Minister of Agriculture and Food Security (KPKM) Datuk Seri Mohamad Sabu.The minister said the officers from KPKM’s food security and international divisions have...

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Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil said that this move aligns with ongoing discussions between Malaysia and Indonesia to ensure a safer internet for the citizens of both nations, particularly children. — Picture by Yusof Isa

Malaysia / 2 m ago

Fahmi welcomes Indonesia’s ban on high-risk platforms for under-16s, Malaysia ready to cooperate

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim expressed hope that the month of Ramadan would foster greater unity within the ummah and pave the way toward enduring peace and stability in the region and beyond. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin

Malaysia / 10 m ago

Anwar conveys Malaysia’s support to UAE amid Iran-Israel-US tensions

Penang Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow said the Penang government welcomes feedback and appeals from landowners affected by the revised land tax rates. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin

Malaysia / 22 m ago

Chow Kon Yeow says Penang land tax based on four criteria, rejects claims system is flawed

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Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan also highlighted that Malaysia has a vibrant financial market. — Bernama pic

29 m ago

Amir Hamzah: Malaysia’s stable govt allows bold policy decisions, supportive approach needed

Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said that Malaysia’s actions in expressing sympathy for Islamic countries under attack in the Middle East are not an act of defiance against major powers. — Bernama pic

30 m ago

Ahmad Zahid: Malaysia’s sympathy for Muslim nations not defiance against major powers

A 13-year-old boy was stopped by JPJ officers in Kedah while driving a Perodua Kancil with his father in the passenger seat. — Bernama file pic

38 m ago

Boy, 13, caught driving dad in Perodua Kancil tells Kedah JPJ he had ‘no choice’ as father unwell

Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil said the move is crucial to identify any potential issues linked to specific applications so that appropriate action can be taken, including securing the cooperation of the relevant platform service providers. — Bernama pic

29 m ago

Fahmi orders MCMC to probe apps linked to six teen terror suspects

A BMW 325i seen performing a drift along a winding road leading up to Genting Highlands in a 14-second video that later went viral on TikTok, prompting police to arrest the 29-year-old driver and seize the vehicle for investigation. — Screengrab from Facebook video

47 m ago

Viral Genting drift lands BMW 325i driver in police custody

Firefighters at the scene of a house fire in Taman Sentosa Indah, Sri Aman, where a nine-year-old boy was found dead early this morning. — Picture courtesy of the Sri Aman Fire and Rescue Department

56 m ago

Nine-year-old found dead after blaze engulfs two-storey house in Sri Aman

Malaysia’s Ambassador to Qatar Mohd Faizal Razali said the first flight carrying evacuees back to Malaysia is expected to depart via Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, as early as Monday or Tuesday, although the schedule has yet to be finalised. — Reuters pic

45 m ago

Over 320 Malaysians in Qatar register for voluntary evacuation, first flight may leave early next week

During the call Prime Minister Datuk Anwar Ibrahim expressed condolences to the government and people of Iran over the death of its Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei and Iranian citizens killed by United States (US) and Israeli attacks. — Picture via Facebook/Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim

49 m ago

Anwar condemns US, Israel attacks on Iran in call with Tehran’s foreign minister

The IRB said that the refund involves individual taxpayers who have submitted the Income Tax Return Form (BNCP) for the 2025 Year of Assessment, in line with the opening of e-Filing services that commenced on March 1. — Picture by Hari Anggara

54 m ago

IRB: Tax refunds for 2025 assessment year to be credited from second week of March

Former health minister Khairy Jamaluddin said he has asked his aide to draft a letter as he considers returning to Umno through the party’s ‘Rumah Bangsa’ initiative. — Bernama pic

1 h ago

Khairy signals bid to return to Umno through ‘Rumah Bangsa’ initiative

Authorities said the fight is believed to be linked to a dispute over a wager involving a night running event. — Daily Express pic

1 h ago

Five detained after brawl at Tawau bazaar linked to night-run wager

James Chai, who is currently working in the United Kingdom, said he has appointed lawyers in relation to the MACC investigation. — Picture from Facebook/James Chai

1 h ago

Former Rafizi aide James Chai appoints lawyers as MACC seeks his cooperation in probe

Traders at Ramadan bazaars across the city are grappling with rising costs for chicken, eggs, flour and coconut milk, yet continue serving traditional favourites to customers. — Picture by Firdaus Latif

2 h ago

From ‘murtabak’ to ‘nasi kerabu’, vendors strive to keep Ramadan staples affordable despite soaring expenses

Parti Keadilan Rakyat (PKR) has filed lawsuits against former MPs and state asemblymen for allegedly breaching the conditions of a RM10 million bond after leaving the party six years ago. — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa

13 h ago

PKR files suits against ex‑MPs, reps over alleged breach of RM10m party bond terms

The Ministry of Finance is currently examining appropriate measures to maintain oil prices at existing rates despite facing the challenge of surging global crude oil prices, which have now surpassed the US$100 (RM394) per barrel mark. — Picture by Ahmad Zamzahuri

13 h ago

MOF: Govt studying ways to maintain fuel prices as Middle East conflict pushes crude above US$100

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