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Muar MP Syed Saddiq Syed Abdul Rahman at the Palace of Justice in Putrajaya, December 12, 2025. Speaking to reporters after proceedings adjourned alongside lead counsel Datuk Hisyam Teh Poh Teik and Datuk Ambiga Sreenevasan, Syed Saddiq said he respected the court’s decision to call for further submissions and emphasised that he had never once tried to delay proceedings throughout the nearly two-year legal battle. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 19 h ago

‘I leave it to the courts’: Syed Saddiq puts faith in judiciary after apex court tells prosecution to rethink case

Youth and Sports Minister Hannah Yeoh. — Bernama pic

Sports / 18 h ago

Hannah Yeoh demands full report into Danish Irfan’s SEA Games withdrawal amid online uproar

The appeal, filed by the state government and Menteri Besar, Datuk Seri Muhammad Sanusi Md Nor, was dismissed as lacking merit by Federal Court judge Datuk Dr Lim Hock Leng and Court of Appeal judge Datuk Faizah Jamaludin. Chief Judge of Sabah and Sarawak Datuk Azizah Nawawi delivered a dissenting opinion. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 18 h ago

‘Unconstitutional’: Court of Appeal throws out Kedah govt’s gaming licence appeal in 2-1 split

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim speaks to members of the public after dining at D’Jit Seafood Restaurant in Langkawi, December 12, 2025. The prime minister today said that any claims that lead to religious, racial and ethnic sensitivities must take into account the position of the national language in the country’s Constitution. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 16 h ago

Anwar: Mastery of Bahasa Melayu must come first before proposals on other languages or UEC recognition

A retired primary school headmaster was fined RM10,000, or two months’ jail in default, for making an online threat against a forensic pathologist who testified in the Zara Qairina Mahathir inquest. — Picture via Facebook

Malaysia / 18 h ago

Zara Qairina case: Retired headmaster fined RM10,000 for threatening forensic pathologist online

In a statement on its Facebook page, the department said weather models indicate the surge could also trigger strong winds and rough seas over the South China Sea during the same period. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 19 h ago

MetMalaysia warns of monsoon surge, heavy rain in east coast and west Sarawak from Dec 14-18

Abdul Karim emphasised that fare-setting in the aviation industry involves multiple considerations and cannot be lowered excessively at the expense of operational viability. – The Borneo Post pic

Malaysia / 18 h ago

Sarawak minister urges patience as AirBorneo fare complaints mount

Passenger Julia Toon, 25, (right) poses for a selfie with her friend Sim Xin Yng, 29, in front of the Electric Train Service 3 (ETS3) upon arriving at JB Sentral during today’s inspection. The ETS3, which began operations today, carried 233 passengers from KL Sentral and arrived at JB Sentral at around 12.20pm. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 17 h ago

KL–JB ETS3 debuts with four-hour journey, hailed as major relief for commuters

National women’s hammer throw ace Grace Wong Xiu Mei produced an outstanding performance en route to winning the gold medal and smashing the Games record four consecutive times at the SEA Games Thailand 2025 here today. — Bernama pic

Sports / 18 h ago

Grace Wong smashes four SEA Games records to clinch hammer gold in Bangkok

Vijay, 51, will personally attend the audio launch of his final movie, 'Jana Nayagan', at the Bukit Jalil National Stadium on December 27. — Picture via Instagram/Vijay

Showbiz / 13 h ago

One last dance: Actor Vijay to rock KL with audio launch of final film ‘Jana Nayagan’ — here’s why it’s worth the hype

The Attorney General’s Chambers’ decision not to appeal Datin Seri Rosmah Mansor’s acquittal and discharge on 17 charges of money laundering and tax evasion is in accordance with the law, the prime minister said. — File picture by Sayuti Zainudin

Malaysia / 15 h ago

‘Not whether our supporter or enemy’: No political bias in AGC’s decision to drop Rosmah case, says Anwar

Chief Minister Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor highlighted that BESS Lahad Datu, which falls under the jurisdiction of Sabah Electricity, is designed to enhance the stability of the state’s electrical grid, reduce reliance on diesel, and support the integration of renewable energy. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 16 h ago

Sabah launches South-east Asia’s biggest battery energy storage system to boost grid stability

Controversial British adult film star Bonnie Blue is expected to be deported from Indonesia’s Bali island on Friday. — AFP pic

World / 16 h ago

British adult film star Bonnie Blue’s Bali saga looks set to end with deportation over traffic violations

If you’re flying SIA and celebrating your birthday, remember that you can get free cake on board only on the actual day or one day before or after the flight, and make sure to request for it at least one week in advance. — Unsplash pic

Singapore / 18 h ago

Birthday blues at 30,000 feet: SIA says no to passenger asking for in-flight cake

Malaysian singer and actress Erra Fazira and Mr E are seen on their wedding day in Subang December 12, 2025. — Picture by Firdaus Latif

Showbiz / 17 h ago

At their wedding, Mr E dismisses ‘trophy wife’ label, describes Erra Fazira as an established career woman

Malaysia

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Sabah govt to prioritise roads, water and electricity issues in 2026, says Hajiji

Hajiji said Sabah will continue programmes to improve living standards and human capital development. — Bernama pic

KOTA KINABALU, Dec 13 — Chief Minister Datuk Seri Panglima Hajiji Noor said the Sabah state government will give special focus to addressing three key issues — roads, water, and electricity — next year.“These issues are the state government’s priority,” he said when met after the tabling of the 2026...

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Health Minister Datuk Seri Dzulkefly Ahmad inspects a replica of Malaysia’s first photon-counting CT scanner after its launching at Sunway Medical Centre, Sunway City, in Subang Jaya December 12, 2025. Also present is Sunway Group chairman Tan Sri Jeffrey Cheah. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 6 m ago

Sunway Medical Centre launches Malaysia’s first photon-counting CT scanner

Datuk Seri Zambry Abd Kadir said political pressure should not determine education policy. — Picture By Raymond Manuel

Malaysia / 11 m ago

Any UEC decision must follow Constitution, not political pressure, says Zambry

Nga Kor Ming said English proficiency helps civil servants engage more confidently at the global level, while Bahasa Melayu remains the core of official communication. — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa

Malaysia / 17 m ago

Nga Kor Ming: English gives Malaysian civil servants a global edge, but Bahasa Melayu stays core

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The Department of Irrigation and Drainage warned of possible flooding in seven districts in Kelantan following continuous heavy rain. — Bernama pic

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Kelantan flood warning: Seven districts at risk from Dec 14 to 17

The Fire Department said 18 infants were among 34 people rescued using boats after flash floods hit a childcare centre. — Composite of social media photos

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Eighteen babies, 10 children among 34 rescued as flash floods hit Johor kindergarten

Melaka police chief Datuk Dzulkhairi Mukhtar said police will summon the individual who circulated a viral video alleging an ambulance was blocked for a convoy. — Picture by Ahmad Zamzahuri

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Viral video claims ambulance blocked for investor convoy in Melaka — police say not true, to summon uploader

Anwar and his Vietnamese counterpart Pham Minh Chinh reaffirmed commitment to strengthening the Vietnam–Malaysia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership. — Picture via Facebook/Anwar Ibrahim

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Anwar, Vietnam PM discuss ties and Cambodia–Thailand tensions in phone call

Anwar said Malaysia, as Asean Chair, will strengthen collective efforts to maintain peace and stability in the region. — Picture by Firdaus Latif

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Anwar: Malaysia to convene special Asean foreign ministers’ meeting amid regional tensions

Anwar said he briefed US President Donald Trump on Malaysia’s mediation efforts under the Asean chairmanship. — Picture via Facebook/Anwar Ibrahim

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Anwar, Trump speak as fighting flares again on Cambodia–Thailand border

Bundle shops have grown in popularity over the years, attracting shoppers from across the country. — Photo via Raymond Manuel)

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As Malaysians flock to bundle stores for secondhand buys, are charity outlets paying the price?

The body of Malaysian Armed Forces sergeant Fahmey Darus, 39, who was killed in a collision involving an army truck and a Proton Wira near Kampung Bukit Belah, Machang, was laid to rest at the Nibong Islamic Cemetery in Kampung Padang Kala Melor, Kota Bharu, December 12, 2025. — Bernama pic

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MAF sergeant killed in Machang crash laid to rest with military honours

Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil (second right) and Melaka Chief Minister Datuk Seri Ab Rauf Yusoh (second left) witness the exchange of a memorandum of understanding between the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission and the Melaka state government on connectivity infrastructure for the Melaka smart city initiative at a hotel in Ayer Keroh, Melaka, December 12, 2025. — Bernama pic

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MCMC allocates RM310m to boost Melaka’s smart city plan with state-wide digital rollout

The Health Ministry said this followed the completion of the latest pharmacist recruitment exercise, in which only 600 permanent posts were filled due to a limited number of vacancies. — Picture by Raymond Manuel

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MOH to reopen pharmacist job applications next year

Kuala Pilah district police chief Supt Muhammad Mustafah Hussin said the 47-year-old victim was alone at the location searching for stink beans when the incident occurred. — Picture by Raymond Manuel

14 h ago

Man allegedly shot while foraging for ‘petai’ in Kuala Pilah forest, gunman still at large

Rapid KL rail operator Rapid Rail Sdn Bhd (Rapid Rail) will extend the operating hours of Bukit Jalil Station till 12.30am in conjunction with the FA Cup final between Johor Darul Ta’zim (JDT) and Sabah FC this Sunday. — SoyaCincau pix

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Rapid KL to run late trains for FA Cup final at Bukit Jalil on Sunday

Finance Minister Datuk Seri Masidi Manjun said the estimated supply expenditure for 2026 stands at RM6.402 billion, against an estimated revenue of RM6.430 billion. — Picture by Firdaus Latif

14 h ago

Sabah tables RM6.43b Budget 2026, projects surplus despite dip in oil and palm revenue

Datuk Seri Jeffrey Kitingan said that Star was not joining GRS but was merely supporting the formation of a unity government. — Picture by Firdaus Latif

14 h ago

Despite earlier stance to stay in Sabah Opposition, Jeffrey Kitingan says Star grassroots now back GRS support

The Attorney General’s Chambers’ decision not to appeal Datin Seri Rosmah Mansor’s acquittal and discharge on 17 charges of money laundering and tax evasion is in accordance with the law, the prime minister said. — File picture by Sayuti Zainudin

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‘Not whether our supporter or enemy’: No political bias in AGC’s decision to drop Rosmah case, says Anwar

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