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Malaysian vehicle owners are advised to fill before entering Brunei, as its government will require all foreign vehicles to have at least three-quarters of a tank of fuel starting April 1. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin

Malaysia / 18 h ago

Malaysian vehicles among foreign cars required to have three‑quarters full tank to enter Brunei from April 1

A general view shows cloudy and rainy weather conditions around Kuala Lumpur on October 19, 2023. — Picture by Hari Anggara

Malaysia / 17 h ago

Thunderstorm warning issued for Cameron Highlands, Selangor, KL and seven other regions today

Nor Nadia Abdul Majid, 32, said she was satisfied with the prosecution’s decision. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 17 h ago

Widow relieved by murder charge, vows RM1m civil suit over fatal Klang crash

File picture of a man working from the comfort of home during phase three of the movement control order in Shah Alam April 15, 2020. The government today announced the implementation of work-from-home (WFH) arrangements for the public sector and government-linked companies (GLCs) effective April 15 as a proactive measure to address the global energy crisis. — Picture by Miera Zulyana

Malaysia / 10 h ago

Anwar announces WFH for public sector and GLCs from April 15 to ease energy strain

Suzanne Liew, wife of Pastor Raymond Koh, leaves the courtroom after the decision of her husband’s case at the Kuala Lumpur Court Complex November 5, 2025. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin

Malaysia / 18 h ago

Government withdraws appeal on Pastor Koh report; court awards RM15,000 costs to family

Mockups of domestically-made Iranian missiles are displayed at an exhibition outside the Defence Museum in Tehran on March 31, 2026. — AFP pic

World / 16 h ago

Iran says has ‘zero trust’ in US, demands full end to war

James Chai, former special functions officer to ex-economy minister Datuk Seri Rafizi Ramli. — Picture from Facebook/James Chai

Malaysia / 19 h ago

Flight costs covered: MACC tells James Chai to return in RM1.1b ARM probe

The government has refrained from fully floating retail prices at the pump for three consecutive weeks following the outbreak of the crisis in West Asia. Instead, it continues to absorb a substantial portion of subsidy costs for petrol and diesel.. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin

Malaysia / 12 h ago

Finance Ministry: Fuel subsidies maintained but BUDI95 quota reduced to 200 litres, as unsubsidised diesel breaches RM6 mark

Nor Nadia Abdul Majid (right), wife of the late Amirul Hafiz Omar, 33, during a press conference at the Court compound in Klang, April 1, 2026. — Bernama pic

What You Think / 12 h ago

What we owe Amirul and his family — Michelle Liu and Jia Vern Tham

While Middle East visitors dropped significantly year-on-year in March 2026, Malaysia’s international visitors’ figures were buoyed by strong growth from Asean and Asia. — Picture by Choo Choy May

Malaysia / 17 h ago

It’s going up, up, up: Malaysia records higher tourist arrivals in March despite Middle East turmoil

File photo of Norhayati Mohd Arifin (right) and Susanna Liew Sow Yoke (left) during the announcement of Suhakam’s public inquiry findings into the disappearances of their husbands, Amri Che Mat and Pastor Raymond Koh, at the commission’s office in Kuala Lumpur April 3, 2019. — Picture by Hari Anggara

Malaysia / 15 h ago

‘A step towards truth’: Susanna Liew hails decision allowing access to special task force report

A member of staff poses with a painting entitled ‘Nympheas avec reflets de hautes herbes’ by French artist Claude Monet at Sotheby’s auction house in central London on January 31, 2013. — AFP pic

Malaysia / 14 h ago

Authorities say Monet painting linked to 1MDB sold, funds to return to Malaysia

The restriction on the purchase of RON95 petrol using foreign credit and debit cards at self-service terminals at petrol stations is being enforced in stages nationwide from today. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin

Malaysia / 15 h ago

Malaysia enforces foreign card ban on RON95 fuel at self‑service terminals nationwide, effective today

A former principal of a Singapore preschool, who helped to cover up the May and November 2023 sexual assault of three toddlers by a cook at its premises during their naptime, was sentenced to 10 days in jail on April 1, 2026. A Singapore court order prohibits the identification of all the preschool, the staff, the children except for the assaulter. — Unsplash pic

Singapore / 17 h ago

Ex-principal gets 10 days in jail as sexual abuse cover-up in Singapore preschool comes to light

Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil said that Petronas operations remain stable for the period between April and May. — Picture by Firdaus Latif

Malaysia / 14 h ago

Petronas operations stable, weekly fuel prices to be announced every Wednesday, says comms minister

Malaysia

41 m ago

We cannot hold: Truckers warn of rising costs, halted projects as diesel surge

Lorries are seen on the Federal Highway in this file picture dated January 2, 2025. — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa

KUALA LUMPUR, April 2 — Malaysia’s lorry industry is taking a direct hit from surging diesel prices, with operators warning of halted construction, shrinking fleets and mounting pressure that could soon spill into higher costs across the economy.From tipper lorries tied to construction to cargo hauliers keeping supply chains moving,...

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Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said Petronas’ planning is helping the government secure adequate oil and gas supplies through at least May. — Picture by Miera Zulyana

Malaysia / 9 h ago

Anwar: Petronas to help govt guarantee steady oil and gas supply until May

The government has called on agencies such as the Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) and the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) to crack down on the rising circulation of false information about fuel and electricity prices. — Picture by Yusof Isa

Malaysia / 9 h ago

Anwar calls for crackdown on fake news over fuel and electricity prices

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File picture of a man working from the comfort of home during phase three of the movement control order in Shah Alam April 15, 2020. The government today announced the implementation of work-from-home (WFH) arrangements for the public sector and government-linked companies (GLCs) effective April 15 as a proactive measure to address the global energy crisis. — Picture by Miera Zulyana

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Anwar announces WFH for public sector and GLCs from April 15 to ease energy strain

Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Law and Institutional Reform) Datuk Seri Azalina Othman Said said following the implementation of Phase I of the Madani Accountability Framework in early 2026, the legal and institutional reform agenda is now moving into Phase II, spanning May to August. — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa

11 h ago

Law minister confirms re-tabling of AG separation, PM term limit bill

The sources told Bernama that the suspect is believed to have submitted false claims for travel, transport, accounting fees, the purchase of generators and diesel, credit card payments, as well as claims for entertaining, property and personal protective equipment, petty cash, miscellaneous expenses, landscaping work, and salaries. — Picture by Yusof Isa

12 h ago

Who’s counting? MACC detains man after racking up RM4m in alleged fraudulent claims

The government has refrained from fully floating retail prices at the pump for three consecutive weeks following the outbreak of the crisis in West Asia. Instead, it continues to absorb a substantial portion of subsidy costs for petrol and diesel.. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin

12 h ago

Finance Ministry: Fuel subsidies maintained but BUDI95 quota reduced to 200 litres, as unsubsidised diesel breaches RM6 mark

Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil explained that daily briefings or press conferences will be held around 4pm, and the committee will initially meet every day to ensure government communications are fully coordinated. — Picture by Raymond Manuel

13 h ago

Fahmi: Cabinet approves Communications Command Centre to coordinate responses to global energy crisis, all Asean meetings this year to be held online

Sarawak United People’s Party president Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui Hian said the sacking of Kuching chairman Datuk Lily Yong Lee Lee is currently under a ‘legal process’. — The Borneo Post

14 h ago

SUPP president: Lily Yong’s sacking under legal process

Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil leaves a press conference in Kuala Lumpur, April 1, 2026. — Picture by Raymond Manuel

14 h ago

Fahmi says stricter penalties for fatal drunk driving not yet discussed, prosecutions ongoing

Deputy Education Minister Wong Kah Woh said a viral press statement displaying the percentage of student achievement by race for the 2025 Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) results is untrue. — Picture by Raymond Manuel

14 h ago

MOE denies viral statement on SPM 2025 achievement by race, says deputy minister

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim is set to meet state leaders tomorrow to discuss the ongoing global energy crisis and its implications for Malaysia’s economy. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin

14 h ago

PM Anwar to meet state leaders Thursday over global energy crisis

Deputy Education Minister Wong Kah Woh (right) during a working visit to the Replacement Building Project at Sekolah Jenis Kebangsaan Tamil (SJKT) Dengkil April 1, 2026. — Bernama pic

14 h ago

SJKT Dengkil redevelopment ahead of schedule, completion expected early, says deputy education minister

Energy Commission Chief Executive Officer Siti Safinah Salleh (2nd right) speaks at a media briefing session on the Energy Commission’s Annual Regulatory Review April 1, 2026. — Bernama pic

14 h ago

CEO: Energy Commission reviews legal, regulatory frameworks to support sector stability, align with energy needs

Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil said that Petronas operations remain stable for the period between April and May. — Picture by Firdaus Latif

14 h ago

Petronas operations stable, weekly fuel prices to be announced every Wednesday, says comms minister

Johor State Economic and Investment Advisor Datuk Seri Hasni Mohammad said the state will not remain complacent despite its strong performance, but will enhance its competitiveness and investment ecosystem continuously. — Picture by Shafwan Zaidon

14 h ago

Johor aims to lead in FDI, strengthens Johor‑Singapore SEZ framework, says Hasni

Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil said the investigation into the shareholdings of Tan Sri Azam Baki, chief commissioner of the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission, is still ongoing. — Picture by Raymond Manuel

13 h ago

Fahmi: MACC investigation into Azam Baki’s shareholdings, ‘corporate mafia’ claims to be made public

The Volunteer Smartphone Patrol application used during Op Selamat 26 has helped lower the crime index during this year’s Hari Raya Aidilfitri festive period.— Picture by Choo Choy May

14 h ago

Police credit Volunteer Smartphone Patrol app for crime drop during Hari Raya

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