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Syed Mohammad Syafiq Syed Cholan and Muhammad Azrai Aizad Abu Kamal both scored hat-tricks in Malaysia’s dominant victory. — Picture via Facebook/Malaysian Hockey Confederation

Sports / 18 h ago

Malaysia crush Singapore 12-2 to storm into SEA Games men’s hockey final

Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Federal Territories) Hannah Yeoh pays tribute to Datuk Seri Dr Zaliha Mustafa, praising her mature and inclusive leadership in advancing the Federal Territories. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 14 h ago

‘Thank you, Dr Z’: Hannah Yeoh pays tribute to outgoing FT minister's leadership, promises smooth transition

Thailand’s King Maha Vajiralongkorn and Queen Suthida stand for the royal anthem as they attend the opening ceremony of the 33rd South-east Asian Games (SEA Games) in Bangkok December 9, 2025. She led a nine-member crew to gold in the mixed keelboat SSL47 category today. — AFP pic

Sports / 19 h ago

Royal gold: Thailand’s Queen Suthida sails to SEA Games victory

Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said that Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim had taken several factors into consideration before appointing Hannah and Lo to lead the portfolios. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 18 h ago

Hannah Yeoh’s FT appointment won’t affect Malay agenda, says Zahid

Ischaemic heart disease was once again the leading cause of death in Malaysia in 2024. — AFP pic

Malaysia / 16 h ago

Ischaemic heart disease remains Malaysia’s top killer in 2024, says DOSM

Life / 16 h ago

Tiny cars, big debut: Tomica rolls into KLCC with 2,000 models

Selangor Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Amirudin Shari at at the launching ceremony of the Fiberisation-Cyberjaya Project and signing of a Business Alliance Framework between SmartSel and OCK, as well as a memorandum of agreement with OCK’s subsidiary, OCK Datawave Sdn Bhd, for the development, operation and maintenance of fibre optic infrastructure in Cyberjaya. — Bernama

Malaysia / 17 h ago

Selangor lays groundwork for high-speed state dark fibre network, says MB

The squad comprising Abdul Azim Aliyas, Muhammad Adam Hakimi Nazuan, Muhammad Hafiq Mohd Jafri, Muhammad Yusri Shaari and New Joe Lau defeated hosts Thailand. — Bernama pic

Sports / 15 h ago

Golden ride: Malaysia hits 200 medal milestone with track cycling triumph at SEA Games

According to the charge, Khairul Rizuan Abdullah is charged with murdering Wan Khairul Safinah Ishak, 44, at a house in Flat Tuna, Seberang Jaya at 4pm, December 8. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 19 h ago

Unemployed man, 28, charged with murdering wife, 44, in Seberang Jaya

In a statement today, the AGC warned that assumptions or the dissemination of unverified information could undermine the investigation and erode public confidence in the justice system. — Picture by Devan Manuel

Malaysia / 19 h ago

Durian Tunggal shooting: AGC warns against public speculation

Pro immigration demonstrators protest in front of the Quebec Immigration Ministry in downtown Montreal, Canada, on December 12, 2025. — AFP pic

Life / 4 h ago

Migrants feel ‘betrayed’ after Canada’s immigration policy shift

Malaysian ringgit banknotes are pictured on June 24, 2025. — Firdaus Latif pic

Money / 1 h ago

Malaysian ringgit strengthens against dollar, outperforms Asian peers after US inflation surprise

A majestic Christmas tree lights up the exterior of Suria KLCC. — Picture by Raymond Manuel

Malaysia / 4 h ago

Why Malaysian Christians put up Christmas trees: More than decoration, a symbol of togetherness

At 6pm, the ringgit climbed to 4.0840/0880 against the US dollar. ― Bernama pic

Money / 16 h ago

Ringgit inches up, but all eyes on US inflation numbers

As of December 17, nearly 5.6 million Sara recipients — including newly approved recipients — had utilised their MyKad to purchase basic goods at registered outlets, reflecting a 99 per cent usage rate, with total spending amounting to RM4.59 billion, said Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan. — Picture by Yusof Isa

Malaysia / 18 h ago

Nearly 5.6 million Sara recipients spend RM4.59b in basic goods as of Dec 17, says Amir Hamzah

Malaysia

21 m ago

DVS updates statement on Damansara Damai animal neglect case, clarifies legal details

File picture of a kitten in Shanghai, December 3, 2015. The Selangor Department of Veterinary Services is investigating nearly 2,000 complaints of animal neglect at a veterinary clinic in Damansara Damai, Petaling Jaya after a cat and a dog were found dead inside on December 15, 2025. — AFP pic

PUTRAJAYA, Dec 19 — The Department of Veterinary Services (DVS) today issued a correction to the legal details stated in its media statement regarding the viral case of the death of cats and dogs abandoned at a veterinary clinic in Damansara Damai, Kuala Lumpur.The DVS, in a statement, said that...

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Election Commission (EC) deputy chairman Azmi Sharom said the Federal Constitution allows flexibility in drawing constituency boundaries, taking into account geography and population density, particularly in large rural areas. — Picture by Hari Anggara

Malaysia / 47 m ago

Overcrowded Selangor, overrepresented Sabah: EC flags voting imbalance

Muhammad Muiz Ruzaini demonstrates the art of tossing ‘roti canai’ at Cafe Pavilion Malaysia at the Expo 2025 Osaka June 2, 2025. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 52 m ago

DPM Fadillah: Malaysia Pavilion at Osaka Expo 2025 a mini Asean hub promoting regional solidarity

MetMalaysia has issued a thunderstorm warning until 12pm today for several states and territories, including Perak, Selangor, Kuala Lumpur, Putrajaya, Negeri Sembilan, Sarawak, Sabah, and Labuan, where heavy rain, strong winds and lightning are expected. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 1 h ago

Heavy rain, strong winds and lightning: Weather warning issued for multiple states, including Perak and Selangor until 12pm today

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Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail Malaysia regards the issue as a shared regional challenge requiring close cooperation with Indonesia and international partners. — Picture by Raymond Manuel

1 h ago

Human smuggling in Malacca Strait a growing threat, says home minister

The Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) building displays the Jalur Gemilang ahead in Kuala Lumpur on August 5, 2025. — Yusof Isa pic

1 h ago

So what does a Federal Territories minister do? Hannah Yeoh’s new role explained

Kota Kinabalu district police chief Assistant Commissioner Kasim Muda said initial investigations found that the victim was lying on the stage inside the Chancellor Hall when he was discovered by the workers while they were carrying out their duties. — Bernama pic

1 h ago

UMS student dies after fall at Chancellor Hall in Sabah

A dog and a cat were found dead in a cage at a veterinary clinic in Damansara Damai, Petaling Jaya by the Selangor DVS’ Animal Welfare inspectors while another neglected cat was rescued and is now receiving treatment at another veterinary clinic. — Picture from Facebook/Persatuan Haiwan Terbiar Malaysia - SAFM

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Dead cat and dog found in Damansara Damai clinic, Veterinary Services investigates as complaints near 2,000

The Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) has issued a warning forecasting heavy rain accompanied by thunderstorms and strong winds. — Bernama pic

1 h ago

Downpours to linger this morning, particularly in Terengganu and Perak, amid monsoon surge warning

The main Pekan–Kuantan road in Pahang is inundated by floodwaters following continuous rain, disrupting traffic flow, December 18, 2025. — Bernama pic

2 h ago

More than 14,000 displaced by floods across Malaysia, Pahang hardest hit

The Cheras-Kajang Expressway (Grand Saga), Kuala Lumpur-Kuala Selangor Expressway (LATAR), New North Klang Straits Bypass, Senai-Desaru Expressway, and the East Coast Expressway Phase 2 (LPT2) are among the 10 highways nationwide that won’t see their toll rates go up in 2026. — Picture by Hari Anggara

1 h ago

No toll hikes in 2026 for 10 major highways despite RM591m cost, says works minister

Batu Maung assemblyman Datuk Mohamad Abdul Hamid said the state government has been working with the landowners to find a solution to the housing crisis faced by tenants and sub-tenants in 18 Permatang Tepi Laut houses facing eviction by December 31, 2025. — Picture from Facebook/Dato’ Dr Mohamad Abdul Hamid

1 h ago

Penang deputy CM slams opposition for politicising relocation for Permatang Tepi Laut residents involving private land, not govt project

Penang Deputy Chief Minister I Datuk Mohamad Abdul Hamid (second from left) hands over a mock key to represent aid to 127 fishermen directly impacted by the Silicon Island project on December 17, 2025. — Picture from Facebook/Dato’ Dr Mohamad Abdul Hamid

1 h ago

Penang to complete handover of boats and engines to 294 fishermen affected by man-made Silicon Island by early 2027

Bukit Bendera MP Syerleena Abdul Rashid said Malaysia voted for cooperation, not scare tactics over Cabinet reshuffles. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin

2 h ago

Cabinet reshuffles are normal, not a political emergency, Penang MP says after PAS alarm

The Ampang woman’s disappearance was reported on December 15, 2025 at Ampang Police Station and the Pedas Police Station was later notified, prompting the search at a house on Jalan Pedas-Linggi linked to criminal activity. — File picture by Ahmad Zamzahuri

2 h ago

Body found in bag at abandoned Pedas house, believed linked to missing Ampang woman

In a sign of solidarity, Raja Muda of Perlis Tuanku Syed Faizuddin Putra Jamalullail (left) called out for flood relief aid in support of Aceh, Indonesia. — Picture from Facebook/Farizah Abdul Rahman

1 h ago

Perlis mosques unite in charity for Aceh, Friday Fund to support flood recovery

Kuala Krai Fire and Rescue Station chief Nik Ahmad Afsham Nik Pa said the victim, identified as Muhammad Syahril Hakimy Sudin, was found at 9.02pm December 18, 2025. — Picture by Choo Choy May

1 h ago

Rescuers recover body of teen who fell into flooded plantation in Kelantan

Kuala Lumpur police chief Datuk Fadil Marsus said efforts are underway to locate the teenager, who is the son of the child’s babysitter. — Picture by Raymond Manuel

2 h ago

Three-year-old hurt at babysitter’s house in Batu Muda, police search for teen suspect

Muhammad Muiz Ruzaini demonstrates the art of tossing ‘roti canai’ at Cafe Pavilion Malaysia at the Expo 2025 Osaka June 2, 2025. — Bernama pic

52 m ago

DPM Fadillah: Malaysia Pavilion at Osaka Expo 2025 a mini Asean hub promoting regional solidarity

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