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The MACC chief is seeking, among others, damages for harm to his professional reputation and standing, an injunction to block Bloomberg from repeating the contested statements, an order to remove the article within three days of judgment, and a published apology in newspapers and on social media platforms approved by his lawyers. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin

What You Think / 7 h ago

Azam Baki: Love him or loathe him, you’ve got to commend him — Hafiz Hassan

Picture for illustration purposes only. Cheras police chief Asst Comm Mohd Rosdi Daud said a parking dispute at the Seri Melaka Flats allegedly escalated into a knife attack. — Freepik pic

Malaysia / 3 h ago

Parking rage turns bloody at Cheras flats after man slashed

PAS president Tan Sri Abdul Hadi Awang has declined to take over as Perikatan Nasional chairman despite PAS being expected to lead the coalition, following the resignation of Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin (right). — Picture by Hari Anggara

Malaysia / 10 h ago

Bersatu to pass Perikatan reins to PAS today, here’s what else to look out for

US investors are pulling money out of their own stock market at the fastest pace in at least 16 years as Big Tech returns fade and better-performing overseas markets look more attractive. — Reuters pic

Money / 10 h ago

From ‘buy America’ to ‘bye America’, Wall Street exodus gathers pace as investors shift billions overseas

The special ‘appam’ at Esther’s Appam Stall comes topped with coconut milk in the centre. — Picture by Ethan Lau

Eat-drink / 8 h ago

Off the beaten path in Ipoh: Esther’s Appam Stall in Buntong serves standout ‘appam’, ‘vadai’ and ‘paniyaram’

MACC deputy chief commissioner (operations) Datuk Seri Ahmad Khusairi Yahaya said that criminal agents have evolved into financial managers of illicit funds within government agencies. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 6 h ago

MACC to target syndicate ‘black treasurers’ running illicit funds for civil servants

K. Indiran was found unconscious on February 18. He was rushed to the Tengku Ampuan Afzan Hospital (HTAA) but was tragically confirmed dead a day later while receiving treatment. — Picture via Facebook

Malaysia / 8 h ago

Pahang Sultan, Tengku Ampuan express sorrow over trooper K. Indiran’s death, call for thorough probe

Terengganu MACC director Hazrul Shazreen Abd Yazid confirmed the arrest and said the suspect will be charged in the near future. — Picture by Choo Choy May

Malaysia / 4 h ago

Terengganu MACC detains state exco over alleged nepotism in GLC hires

US President Donald Trump speaks during a press conference in the Brady Press Briefing Room of the White House in Washington, DC, on February 20, 2026. — AFP pic

Money / 9 h ago

Trump raises global tariff to 15pc, invokes alternate law after court setback

MACC chief Tan Sri Azam Baki was called to give a statement on February 19 as a government panel reviews the compliance of his RM800,000 shareholdings. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin

Malaysia / 3 h ago

Chief Secretary: Azam Baki gives statement to special probe panel over shareholding issue

A Palestinian woman reacts as Israeli bulldozers demolish an apartment building belonging to the Salhab family near the Israeli settlement of Hagai, south of the occupied West Bank city of Hebron, on February 18, 2026. — AFP pic

World / 7 h ago

Arab, Muslim countries condemn US envoy remarks on Israel’s ‘biblical right’ to region

Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Samsuri Mokhtar takes over Perikatan Nasional’s top post after a supreme council meeting this afternoon. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 1 h ago

Samsuri takes the helm: Perikatan picks Terengganu MB as new chairman

Chief Justice Datuk Wan Ahmad Farid Wan Salleh said specialised High Courts for corruption cases could eventually be established in every state, following the Kuala Lumpur court’s rollout this April. — Picture by Firdaus Latif

Malaysia / 8 h ago

Chief Justice signals national expansion of Special Corruption High Courts after KL launch

Sentul police chief Assistant Commissioner Basri Sagoni said the investigation began after a 31-year-old clerk discovered her car window smashed at the MRT Kepong Baru car park on February 17. — Picture by Raymond Manuel

Malaysia / 6 h ago

Arrest in MRT car park break-ins as Sentul police link 22-year-old to six cases

Attorney-General Tan Sri Mohd Dusuki Mokhtar said Malaysia’s push for an independent Public Prosecutor involves constitutional amendments and a new administrative structure. — Picture by Firdaus Latif

Malaysia / 7 h ago

AGC: Separation of AG and Public Prosecutor to create new prosecution department

Malaysia

4 m ago

Takiyuddin: Muhyiddin now Perikatan deputy chair, Hadi steps back from supreme council

Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin and Tan Sri Abdul Hadi Awang at a press conference in Kuala Lumpur. The announcement signals a recalibration within Perikatan Nasional’s top ranks following Datuk Seri Ahmad Samsuri Mokhtar’s appointment as chairman. — Picture by Hari Anggara

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 22 — Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin has been appointed deputy chairman of Perikatan Nasional (PN) following the selection of PAS vice-president Datuk Seri Ahmad Samsuri Mokhtar as the coalition’s new chairman, Utusan Malaysia reported.On December 30, Muhyiddin announced his resignation as PN chairman — effective January 1...

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Some residents used boats to leave after the Paitan–Kanibongan road was cut off by floodwaters in Kampung Kubambangan during a survey today. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 8 m ago

Govt to assess flood mitigation efforts in Sabah as climate change drives frequent floods

PAS deputy secretary-general Datuk Seri Takiyuddin Hassan said discussions on the Opposition Leader post are still ongoing. ― Picture by Miera Zulyana

Malaysia / 23 m ago

After Hamzah’s sacking, PAS lines up to lead the Opposition in Dewan Rakyat

Debris and an overturned vehicle at KM218 of the North–South Expressway, where a crash triggered heavy southbound delays this afternoon. — Picture via Facebook/Lembaga Lebuhraya Malaysia

Malaysia / 34 m ago

Crash near Pedas Linggi triggers 17km tailback on North–South Expressway

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The PPS at Tawau Sports Complex Multipurpose Hall accommodated 245 victims, including 55 heads of households affected by the flood in Kampung Tanjung Batu Keramat. —Picture by Raymond Manuel

39 m ago

Flood fears drive Tawau residents to seek shelter at sports complex hall

Brigade commander SAC Ahmad Radzi Hussain told Bernama today that the 7th Battalion GOF arrested four local men in two separate operations. — Bernama pic

1 h ago

GOF foils two arms and drug cases in Kelantan, seizes RM43,740 worth of items

Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Samsuri Mokhtar takes over Perikatan Nasional’s top post after a supreme council meeting this afternoon. — Bernama pic

1 h ago

Samsuri takes the helm: Perikatan picks Terengganu MB as new chairman

MACC Deputy Chief Commissioner (Operations) Datuk Seri Ahmad Khusairi Yahaya, when contacted, confirmed the investigation, but declined to elaborate further. — Bernama pic

1 h ago

MACC to call ministry secretary-general over RM1.1b deal with foreign firm

JPJ officers conduct a routine night-time patrol near the LATAR Expressway, where a group of motorcyclists allegedly hurled firecrackers at enforcement personnel. — Screengrab from Facebook video

2 h ago

Firecrackers hurled at JPJ officers during late-night operation in Rawang

Family members have requested privacy as PAS spiritual leader Datuk Hashim Jasin continues receiving close monitoring in the ICU. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin

2 h ago

PAS spiritual leader in Penang ICU following heart procedure, daughter says no visitors allowed

Pontian district police are investigating after a child said his father disappeared into the river while fishing. — Picture by Choo Choy May

2 h ago

Pontian search under way after boy, 9, found alone and drenched, saying father fell into river

Search and rescue team bringing the body ashore. — The Borneo Post pic

2 h ago

Body of teen swept away in Kuching river found

JPJ officers inspect motorcycles during a Chinese New Year enforcement operation at the Sentul Pasar Toll Plaza in Kuala Lumpur February 21, 2026. — Picture via Facebook/JPJWPKL

2 h ago

JPJ issues 456 notices in CNY motorcycle blitz at Sentul Pasar toll plaza

Bukit Aman said Malaysians lost RM3.5 million to love scams in January, with women making up 60 per cent of victims. — Arkadiusz Warguła/Getty Images/ETX Studio pic

2 h ago

Romance gone rogue: Malaysians lose RM3.5m to love scams in Jan, mostly victims aged 30 to 50, says Bukit Aman

General Operations Force (GOF) Northern Brigade Commander SAC Balveer Singh Mahindar Singh said the 11am operation resulted in the arrest of a man believed to be the owner of the premises. — Picture via Facebook/Briged Utara PGA

3 h ago

Police seize RM3.37m worth of e-waste in Penang raid on illegal processing site

Rescuers make their way to a flooded home in Kota Marudu on January 20, 2026 as families await assistance during heavy overnight rain. — Picture via Facebook/APM Kota Marudu

3 h ago

Kota Marudu lifts flood disaster status, but evacuations continue in three Sabah districts

Housing and Local Government Minister Nga Kor Ming said the initiative reflects the Madani government’s commitment to preserving non-Islamic houses of worship as vital community institutions. — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa

3 h ago

Housing minister: Madani govt approves RM123.7m for 1,048 non-Muslim houses of worship nationwide

Jais director Datuk Mohd Shahzihan Ahmad said the suspect was detained together with three others. — Picture by Farhan Najib

3 h ago

Jais: Man claiming to be a Prophet arrested in Rawang

Picture for illustration purposes only. Cheras police chief Asst Comm Mohd Rosdi Daud said a parking dispute at the Seri Melaka Flats allegedly escalated into a knife attack. — Freepik pic

3 h ago

Parking rage turns bloody at Cheras flats after man slashed

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