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Starting January 1, businesses with an annual turnover or revenue of up to RM5 million will be required to implement e-invoicing. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 6 h ago

Starting today, businesses with revenue up to RM5m required to implement e-invoicing

(From left) Kamaladevi’s two children T (in grey), M (in black), lawyer New Sin Yew, lawyer Shugan Raman, Kamaladevi Kanniappan as seen at the Taiping, Perak court complex May 20, 2024. — Picture courtesy of lawyers

Malaysia / 10 h ago

It's official: Perak family's three stateless generations are Malaysians, govt did not appeal court ruling

Kamaladevi Kanniappan, who was stateless, but has been declared a Malaysian citizen along with her Perak family. Dec 31 , 2025 . Photo courtesy of Kamaladevi Kanniappan

Malaysia / 10 h ago

‘Now, we can dream’ of tomorrow: Perak family says after three stateless generations finally recognised as Malaysians

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim was the guest of honour at the Visit Malaysia 2026 Countdown campaign in Pavilion KL, December 31, 2025. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin

Malaysia / 8 h ago

Anwar joins packed Bukit Bintang crowd to ring in New Year, kick off Visit Malaysia 2026

The Kedah menteri besar added that PAS’ struggle to gain control of the country’s political system must continue consistently and with determination. — Picture by Shafwan Zaidon

Malaysia / 5 h ago

PAS wants to restore Islam as the core of governance, says Kedah MB

Actor George Clooney and Amal Clooney host their annual fundraiser ‘The Albie Awards’ in London October 3, 2025. — Reuters pic

Showbiz / 5 h ago

Trump tells France it can ‘keep’ George Clooney as row brews over actor’s new passport

The Housing and Local Government Ministry (KPKT) said the enforcement will cover Johor, Melaka, Negeri Sembilan, Pahang, Perlis and Kedah, as well as the Federal Territories of Kuala Lumpur and Putrajaya. — John Cameron/Unsplash pic

Malaysia / 7 h ago

Clean up or clock in: Community service for littering starts today in Johor, Melaka, N. Sembilan, Pahang, Perlis, Kedah, KL and Putrajaya

Police officers conduct checks on motorcyclists during the Ops Samseng Jalanan at Jalan Sultan Azlan Shah early this morning, January 1, 2026. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 6 h ago

Pregnant wife faces ordeal after husband tests positive for drugs during roadblock at Jalan Duta Toll

Visit Malaysia Year 2026 is targeting 45 million international arrivals. — Picture by Raymond Manuel

Malaysia / 2 h ago

2026 ahead: Here's some of the events and policies to look out for Malaysians

The Malaysian Army said the cracked neck bone injury was confirmed through X-ray and computed tomography (CT) scans conducted while the soldier was receiving treatment at Melaka Hospital. — Screengrab from Facebook/Akram Makhtar

Malaysia / 7 h ago

Paratrooper suffered cracked neck bone in Melaka training accident, army confirms

According to the tourism minister, feedback from relevant agencies indicated that some tourists had raised concerns about unfriendly behaviour, including instances of impatience and hostility. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 7 h ago

Be friendlier, Malaysians: Tourism minister urges warmth and cleanliness ahead of Visit Malaysia 2026

File picture of an RMN Super Lynx helicopter. The RMN said the incident, which occurred at around 10.50pm, happened while the helicopter was conducting a demonstration flight in conjunction with the 60th Anniversary Celebration of the Malaysian Army’s Special Warfare Group (GGK) in Melaka. — Screengrab from social media

Malaysia / 6 h ago

Emergency at Klebang: RMN Super Lynx helicopter makes water landing, crew safe

The July LKAN report revealed that three of the seven UKM tenders, totalling RM58.45 million, failed to comply with prescribed procurement procedures. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 1 h ago

MACC probes RM58.45m UKM tenders flagged by Auditor-General over governance lapses

Fireworks light up the midnight sky over Sydney Harbour Bridge and Sydney Opera House. — AFP pic

World / 8 h ago

Fireworks over Sydney, silence in Hong Kong, and hope in Gaza as the world greets 2026

In a post on the Facebook page of Sultan Ibrahim Sultan Iskandar, Their Majesties expressed their prayers that the New Year would bring continuous peace and prosperity to the nation. — Picture from Facebook/Sultan Ibrahim Sultan Iskandar

Malaysia / 8 h ago

King and Queen wish Malaysians peace, unity and prosperity for 2026

Malaysia

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MASwings now under AirBorneo as state-owned carrier assumes full control

KUCHING, Jan 1 — The Sarawak government has completed the acquisition of MASwings Sdn Bhd (MASwings) through AirBorneo Holdings Sdn Bhd (AirBorneo), with the state-owned carrier assuming full legal and operational control effective Thursday.AirBorneo in a statement said during the initial transition period, the MASwings’ brand will continue to be...

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Plaza Merdeka staff cleaning up the debris from the fallen ceiling. — The Borneo Post pic

Malaysia / 9 m ago

Ceiling at Plaza Merdeka in Kuching drops on NYE, shoppers unharmed

The wrecked Lexus LC500 sports convertible at the scene of the accident along Jalan Stutong in Kuching, Sarawak on January 1, 2026. — The Borneo Post

Malaysia / 15 m ago

Convertible chaos: Firefighters rescue Lexus lover stuck in wrecked car on first day of 2026

The Health Ministry denied that patients who walk into its clinics will not be treated after allegations spread on social media. — Picture from Facebook/KEMENTERIAN KESIHATAN MALAYSIA

Malaysia / 33 m ago

Appointments preferred, but walk-ins not turned away, says Health Ministry

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A 32-year-old lawyer is under a six-day remand order till January 4, 2026 after Marang Prison authorities recovered RM16,000 worth of narcotics from an inmate who is his client. Police said the drugs were enough to supply some 800 addicts. — Unsplash pic

46 m ago

Lawyer lands in trouble for RM16,000 Marang Prison drug haul, wrongful confinement and extortion

The tragedy occurred when Nor Baizura Shafie reportedly drowned while swimming, and her younger brother Mohd Fazir Shafie’s attempt to save her failed, leaving both siblings swept away and submerged. — Picture from social media

1 h ago

Tragic beach outing: Two siblings drown at Pantai Sura Tengah in Terengganu

The July LKAN report revealed that three of the seven UKM tenders, totalling RM58.45 million, failed to comply with prescribed procurement procedures. — Bernama pic

1 h ago

MACC probes RM58.45m UKM tenders flagged by Auditor-General over governance lapses

Firefighters extinguish the flames on the car after it crashed on North–South Expressway near the Ipoh toll plaza. — Pictures from social media

1 h ago

Crash sparks car fire on North–South Expressway near Ipoh toll plaza; couple narrowly escape

Penang Deputy Chief Minister I, Datuk Dr Mohamad Abdul Hamid (centre) expects the state zakat collection to exceed RM200 million when the final figures are in on January 17, 2026. — Picture from Facebook/Zakat Mainpp

1 h ago

Penang zakat collection rises over 10pc to approach RM200m

The federal government gave Terengganu RM29 million to upgrade its facilities to boost the country’s tourism. — Picture from Facebook/Terengganu Tourism

1 h ago

Protecting Terengganu’s islands: RM29m federal allocation to improve coastal facilities for VMY

Johor Menteri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi said he will channel the RM2.67 billion revenue earned in 2025 to Johoreans in the form of development projects, public facilities and welfare initiatives. — Bernama pic

2 h ago

Johor’s 2025 revenue hits record RM2.67b, MB pledges to return it to Johoreans

Perlis Menteri Besar Abu Bakar Hamzah previously said the appointment of the new state executive council can proceed with a minimum of four members after PAS decided not to join the state administration. — Bernama pic

2 h ago

Only four Bersatu reps in proposed Perlis exco, says MB

Visit Malaysia Year 2026 is targeting 45 million international arrivals. — Picture by Raymond Manuel

2 h ago

2026 ahead: Here's some of the events and policies to look out for Malaysians

PAS information chief Ahmad Fadhli Shaari downplayed the impact on Perikatan Nasional following the series of resignations by Bersatu leaders, saying the coalition will continue with ‘revived spirit’. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin

2 h ago

Perikatan will move forward with spirit despite ‘storm of resignations’, says PAS info chief

MetMalaysia director-general Dr Mohd Hisham Mohd Anip, in a statement today, said the affected areas include Kuching, Serian, Samarahan, Sri Aman, Betong, Sarikei (Pakan, Sarikei and Meradong), Sibu (Sibu and Selangau), Mukah, Bintulu and Miri (Subis, Beluru, Miri and Marudi). — Bernama pic

3 h ago

MetMalaysia issues continuous rain alert for parts of Sarawak until Jan 3

Tourism Malaysia deputy chairman Datuk Yeoh Soon Hin (fifth from left) poses with international tourists while welcoming cruise passengers in conjunction with Visit Malaysia 2026 (VM2026) at Swettenham Pier Cruise Terminal (SPCT) in George Town, Penang, January 1, 2026. — Bernama pic

3 h ago

Tourism Malaysia expands charter flight matching grant to include cruise sector to boost tourist arrivals

A giant ‘Welcome’ screen is pictured at the main entrance of the international arrivals hall at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) Terminal 1, January 1, 2026. — Bernama pic

3 h ago

KLIA Terminal 1 coordinated inspections get thumbs up, passenger flow improves

Negeri Sembilan Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Aminuddin Harun said the event surpassed its initial target of 1.4 million visitors, proving the state’s capability to host large-scale events that highlight the unique cultural, economic, and social identity of its people. — Bernama pic

3 h ago

Negeri Sembilan festival draws record 1.5 million visitors, rakes in sales of RM7.95m

Kedah Agriculture, Plantation, and Transport Committee chairman Dzowahir Ab Ghani welcomes passengers arriving at Sultan Abdul Halim Airport in conjunction with Visit Malaysia 2026 (VM2026) today in Alor Setar, Kedah, January 1, 2026. — Bernama pic

3 h ago

Kedah sets sights on seven million tourists for Visit Malaysia 2026

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