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MetMalaysia says the temperatures are ranging between 37° and 40° Celsius in Padang, Terap, Kedah on a daily basis now, qualifying as a Level 2 heatwave. — AFP pic

Malaysia / 13 h ago

Health minister warns of 40°C danger as heatwave scorches Malaysia, claiming life of child left in car

An exceptional bowl of pork noodles with a rich, cloudy broth and fresh ingredients skillfully cooked. — Picture by Lee Khang Yi

Eat-drink / 16 h ago

Last chance to eat: Tengkat Tong Shin Restoran Heang Hun’s excellent pork noodles stall to close on March 31

Tanah Merah police are investigating a collision involving a JPJ vehicle and another car that resulted in the death of a 25-year-old man on March 20, 2026, which sparked rumours about who to blame. — Picture by Raymond Manuel

Malaysia / 15 h ago

Astro Awani editor’s 25-year-old son dies in Tanah Merah crash with JPJ; police clamp down on viral rumours

Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Fadillah Yusof said the RON95 subsidy still holding for now amid the ongoing US-Israel-Iran fights in the oil-producing Gulf region. — Picture by Choo Choy May

Malaysia / 15 h ago

DPM Fadillah: Malaysia can still afford RON95 subsidies for now, but RM2b monthly bill a concern

The 42-year-old former minister announced in a Facebook post that the twins made their debut on March 14 at 35 weeks. — Picture via Facebook/Yeo Bee Yin

Malaysia / 6 h ago

Former minister Yeo Bee Yin and husband announce arrival of identical twin sons

Reported cable thefts on Klang Valley’s urban rail lines have steadily climbed since 2023, with thieves becoming bolder and more sophisticated. — Picture by Choo Choy May

Malaysia / 18 h ago

Scenes from ‘Money Heist’? Not quite — just bolder, more sophisticated thieves as authorities race to keep up

The director of SBC Books & Stationery Sdn Bhd said the fire razed almost the entire premises and its stock. — Bernama pic

Life / 10 h ago

Seremban family bookstore of 68 years destroyed in RM4m fire, memories and stock lost

Bukit Mertajam Hospital’s Board of Visitors spokesperson Ng Yi Cheah (centre) with the police report. — Pic courtesy of Ng Yi Cheah

Malaysia / 9 h ago

Bukit Mertajam Hospital dismisses claims of relocation to avoid disrupting temple

State Tourism and Creative Economy Committee chairman Wong Hon Wai said that the new route, to be operated by Qingdao Airlines, represents a crucial development in strengthening bilateral ties, particularly in tourism, trade and cultural exchanges. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin

Malaysia / 11 h ago

Penang to launch first direct flight from Qingdao, boosting tourism and trade links

His Majesty, Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia and Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim are seen at Istana Bukit Tunku March 19, 2026. — Picture via Facebook/Sultan Ibrahim Sultan Iskandar

Malaysia / 12 h ago

Anwar wishes Sultan Ibrahim health and blessings on official birthday

Severe heat and water shortages since early March 2026 are threatening to disrupt tap water supply as well as farms and fisheries in Kedah and Perlis. — Picture by Raymond Manuel

Malaysia / 8 h ago

As temperatures soar, Kedah and Perlis worry about drying rivers and shrinking reservoirs

His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia (seated, right) marks his official birthday on March 23. — Picture from Facebook/Sultan Ibrahim Sultan Iskandar

Malaysia / 15 h ago

‘Daulat Tuanku’: Johor MB, Regent lead birthday wishes for Sultan Ibrahim

Durian flowers have started blooming as of March 2026 in Balik Pulau, Penang as farmers brace for a potentially longer and more affordable harvest season. — Unsplash pic

Malaysia / 12 h ago

Durian trees bloom early in Penang as heatwave sparks hopes of longer, cheaper season

A picture taken at sunset on March 17, 2026 shows a general view of the Musel E-Hub regasification terminal in the Spanish city of Gijon. — AFP pic

Money / 6 h ago

Philippines, Vietnam, Malaysia most exposed to Gulf oil shocks, Maybank warns

Apart from holidays and ‘balik kampung’ trips, RV Life MY founder Mohd Fathuddin Fakri Ramli said some customers also use motorhomes to transport elderly parents for medical treatment due to the more spacious and comfortable interior compared to conventional vehicles. — Unsplash pic

Life / 18 h ago

Why more families are choosing motorhomes for ‘balik kampung’ trips

Malaysia

4 h ago

MOH confirms civil servants caught smoking at Rawang eatery, compounds imposed

The Health Ministry said compounds have been imposed on the individuals under Section 16(2) (No 4: smoking at eating places) of the Control of Smoking Products for Public Health Act 2024 (Act 852). — File picture by Farhan Najib

PUTRAJAYA, March 23 — The Ministry of Health (MOH) has confirmed that the individuals seen smoking at an eatery in Rawang, as depicted in a video clip that has gone viral, are civil servants working at the Gombak District Health Office.The MOH said compounds have been imposed on the individuals under...

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The Sultan of Pahang, Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri’ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah reminded the public to remain vigilant and play their part in ensuring safety and well-being during the dry spell. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 5 h ago

Sultan of Pahang urges public to stay vigilant amid hot, dry weather

Keretapi Tanah Melayu Berhad (KTMB) said in a statement that due to the technical glitch, the train, which departed KL Sentral at 1.40 pm, is now expected to reach Butterworth Station at 8.22 pm instead of the original 5.45 pm. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 5 h ago

KL-Butterworth ETS delayed by over 2.5 hours after technical glitch at Rasa station

The 42-year-old former minister announced in a Facebook post that the twins made their debut on March 14 at 35 weeks. — Picture via Facebook/Yeo Bee Yin

Malaysia / 6 h ago

Former minister Yeo Bee Yin and husband announce arrival of identical twin sons

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Perak Fire and Rescue Department (JBPM) assistant director of operations Sabarodzi Nor Ahmad said the department received an emergency call regarding the incident at 11.24 am. — Picture by Devan Manuel

6 h ago

Elderly man dies, five injured in two-vehicle crash near Gerik-Jeli highway R&R

A Malaysian Highway Authority (LLM) spokesperson said congestion along the North-South Expressway (PLUS) E1 affected both northbound and southbound directions due to a surge in return traffic ahead of the resumption of work tomorrow. — Bernama pic

6 h ago

Heavy traffic reported on major highways as Malaysians return to Kuala Lumpur after Aidilfitri

Sabah currently has 25 seats in the Dewan Rakyat and 73 seats in the state legislative assembly as of March 2026. — Bernama file pic

7 h ago

Rising voters in Tawau spark plan to to create second parliamentary seat

Severe heat and water shortages since early March 2026 are threatening to disrupt tap water supply as well as farms and fisheries in Kedah and Perlis. — Picture by Raymond Manuel

8 h ago

As temperatures soar, Kedah and Perlis worry about drying rivers and shrinking reservoirs

A ‘mercun bola’ firecracker, similar to the one said to have been used in the incident that purportedly injured several people on the eve of Hari Raya Puasa in Tobiar, Pendang on March 20, 2026, as Kedah police seek to verify claims of a firecracker mishap. — Pictures from Facebook/Farid Qasya MD/Asal Jujur

8 h ago

Kedah police checking hospitals after viral claims of ‘mercun bola’ injuries in Pendang

Bukit Mertajam Hospital’s Board of Visitors spokesperson Ng Yi Cheah (centre) with the police report. — Pic courtesy of Ng Yi Cheah

9 h ago

Bukit Mertajam Hospital dismisses claims of relocation to avoid disrupting temple

Perak Fire and Rescue Department assistant director of operations Sabarodzi Nor Ahmad said the 29-year-old’s body was recovered after the department received an emergency call from the public at 8.35 am. —Picture by Raymond Manuel

9 h ago

Bangladeshi man drowns after falling into river in Perak

State Immigration director Datuk Mohd Rusdi Mohd Darus said these factors have led to the existence of numerous ‘rat trails’ (illegal routes) along the coastline, with areas such as Kota Tinggi, Mersing, and Pontian becoming primary targets for syndicates smuggling illegal immigrants from Indonesia. — Picture by Shafwan Zaidon

10 h ago

Johor Immigration cites extensive borders, evolving syndicate tactics as key challenges

Residents of Kampung Seberang Lubok Nibong in Marudi, Sarawak celebrate a brighter Hari Raya Aidilfitri this year, as electricity reaches the village for the first time after more than 40 years. — Picture from Facebook/Gerawat Gala

10 h ago

After 40 years in the dark, Marudi village lights up just in time for Raya

(From left to right) Datuk Alvin Runggah Jimbun, Deputy Minister in the Sarawak Premier’s Department Datuk Jefferson Jamit, Works Minister Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi, Machan assemblyman Allan Siden Gramong, Katibas assemblyman Lidam Assan, and others gather for a Thanksgiving Dinner in Kapit on March 22, 2026. — Picture from Facebook/Alexander Nanta Linggi

10 h ago

Future of Kapit seat: Nanta signals Alvin Runggah as next parliamentary candidate

Acting Head of State Mohamad Asfia Awang Nassar speaks to reporters on March 22, 2026 in Kuching, Sarawak. — The Borneo Post pic

11 h ago

From 82 to 99? Sarawak assembly approves 17 new state seats, but Election Commission has final say

An Israeli self-propelled howitzer artillery gun fires rounds towards southern Lebanon from a position in the upper Galilee in northern Israel near the border on March 20, 2026. — AFP pic

10 h ago

Health Ministry: Malaysia’s medicine supply stable despite West Asia conflict

Melaka Traffic Investigation and Enforcement Department (JSPT) chief Supt Muhammad Zaki Ramat said the crash also involved a SYM VF3i motorcycle and a Proton Saga car. — Picture by Raymond Manuel

11 h ago

Soldier killed in crash involving two motorcycles and car in Alor Gajah

Datuk Seri Arthur Joseph Kurup, said the effort includes integrating artificial intelligence (AI) and big data analytics into the Multi-Hazard Early Warning System (MHEWS), in line with current climate challenges. — Bernama pic

11 h ago

NRES strengthens weather monitoring with AI, big data to tackle climate change

State Tourism and Creative Economy Committee chairman Wong Hon Wai said that the new route, to be operated by Qingdao Airlines, represents a crucial development in strengthening bilateral ties, particularly in tourism, trade and cultural exchanges. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin

11 h ago

Penang to launch first direct flight from Qingdao, boosting tourism and trade links

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