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All 14 assemblymen from Umno and Barisan Nasional (BN) in Negeri Sembilan have agreed to continue supporting the state Unity Government to ensure political stability, said Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 19 h ago

Negeri Sembilan drama settles: Zahid confirms 14 Umno‑BN assemblymen staying with Unity pact

KL police chief Datuk Fadil Marsus told local media that the number was expected to swell past the 10,000 mark by midnight. — Picture by Raymond Manuel

Malaysia / 6 h ago

Over 7,000 turn up for Rain Rave day one, KL police chief warns public against misconduct

RRWMF is a three-day music festival featuring prominent international DJs, an all-female DJ lineup, local stars, and cultural performances, running from April 30 to May 2. — Picture by Raymond Manuel

Malaysia / 5 h ago

Tourism minister urges critics to stop politicising Rain Rave festival, says it boosts economy and supports traders

Charles Lieber leaves federal court after he and two Chinese nationals were charged with lying about their alleged links to the Chinese government, in Boston, Massachusetts January 30, 2020. — Reuters pic

World / 8 h ago

‘Wanted to win a Nobel Prize’: Convicted ex‑Harvard scientist now leads China’s state‑funded brain‑interface lab

A general image of handcuffs taken on August 22, 2024. — Picture by Raymond Manuel

Malaysia / 8 h ago

Explained: How police remand works and why suspects cannot be publicly identified before facing official charges

Iranians stand on a pavement along a street next to a billboard depicting Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei, in Tehran on April 24, 2026. — AFP pic

World / 19 h ago

Iran’s supreme leader says US suffered ‘disgraceful defeat’ in its plans for Gulf, Hormuz

Fluffy’s friend and colleague, two-year-old Ahmad Tabby, a hefty white and stripey tabby with a kink in his tail also blood donors to cats in need. Blood transfusions are par for the course in veterinary care but getting blood donors is not always easy. — Bernama pic

Life / 8 h ago

From dumped pets to lifesavers: How three abandoned cats became unlikely heroes at a KL vet clinic

Your next midday meal can be this banana leaf rice set served at Jamun. — Picture by Lee Khang Yi

Eat-drink / 6 h ago

Dine in comfort at Jamun in Bangsar, which offers a banana leaf rice set for just RM11.90

For Thinaah, 28, who arrived in Horsens without regular partner Pearly Tan due to injury, the campaign reshaped her view of leadership. — Picture via Facebook

Sports / 3 h ago

‘All of you are leaders too’: Thinaah praises Malaysia Uber Cup women after China quarter-final exit

Tourism, Arts and Culture Minister Datuk Seri Tiong King Sing (centre in black shirt) said that Malaysia has seen an increase in tourists from Asia and Europe despite the Middle East war. — Picture by Raymond Manuel

Malaysia / 6 h ago

Tiong says Malaysia’s tourist arrivals continue to grow despite Middle East conflict

Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil said he has received a detailed briefing from Datuk Dr Sani Araby Abdul Alim Araby, Director‑General of the Sumud Nusantara Command Centre (SNCC), on the incident involving 22 vessels. — Picture via Facebook/Fahmi Fadzil

Malaysia / 19 h ago

Communications Ministry pledges vigilance, warns against misinformation as Gaza aid flotilla crisis unfolds

AKPS director-general Datuk Seri Mohd Shuhaily Mohd Zain said the agency required an Entry Point Commander who was well-versed in transborder crime and capable of acting swiftly to strengthen operational capabilities at the relevant entry points. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 7 h ago

Northern entry points at risk of smuggling should be led by police, says border agency chief

Johor police chief Datuk Ab Rahaman Arsad said the two suspects, both 24 and from the same camp, were arrested by the Criminal Investigation Division of the Mersing district police headquarters at about 11.45 pm on March 14. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 6 h ago

Johor police chief: Two army personnel arrested over assault that left soldier with fractured skull

Speaking at the Umno Bumiputera Education Congress, Zambry said gaps in education are shaped early in life by factors such as access to quality schooling, conducive learning environments, family support, reading culture, language proficiency, nutrition, and broader social support systems. — Picture by Yusof Isa

Malaysia / 4 h ago

Zambry: Education gaps start early, calls for holistic overhaul of Bumiputera education system

A man takes photos of the Taipei 101 building standing among residential and commercial buildings in Taipei on April 28, 2026. For decades, the Republic of China in Taipei also claimed to be the legitimate Chinese government, but in 1971 Beijing took over the China seat at the United Nations from Taipei. — AFP pic

World / 8 h ago

Is Taiwan already independent? As Trump-Xi summit nears, here’s what ‘Taiwan independence’ really means

Malaysia

16 m ago

From Bedrock to Johor: Sultan Ibrahim meets grandson of ‘Flintstones’ co‑creator

His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia, today received a visit from Dave Williams, the grandson of William Hanna. — Picture via Facebook/Sultan Ibrahim Sultan Iskandar

JOHOR BAHRU, May 1 — His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia, today received a visit from Dave Williams, the grandson of William Hanna, co-creator of The Flintstones, The Jetsons and numerous other cartoon characters.According to a post on the Facebook page of Sultan Ibrahim Sultan Iskandar, the meeting took...

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Chief Minister Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor said various efforts have also been and are being implemented by the government to ensure food security in the state. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 35 m ago

Food security drive gains RM559.85m boost as Hajiji ties Kaamatan spirit to harvest resilience

The Balai Undang Sungei Ujong pictured following claims of a notice to vacate the premises. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 1 h ago

Negeri Sembilan Umno wings push back, call state’s Balai Undang Luak directive unfair and heavy‑handed

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has given all relevant agencies a two-week deadline to submit reports on the implementation of each workers’ initiative announced today. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 1 h ago

Anwar says no more waiting, workers’ initiatives must hit ministers’ desks in two weeks

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Penang Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow at the official opening of the Indian Heritage Gallery and Cultural Centre. — Picture by Opalyn Mok

1 h ago

Penang picked for Indian Ocean maritime heritage Unesco bid involving 17 countries

The Penang State Government has extended the appeal period for cases arising from the implementation of the new quit rent (land tax) review until May 31 said Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow. — Bernama pic

1 h ago

Chow Kon Yeow announces late fee exemptions as Penang land tax review sparks over 10,000 appeals

The impact of the global supply crisis on the cost of living is expected to begin to be felt by Malaysians within one to two months, said senior political advisor to the Prime Minister Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Tengku Abdul Aziz. — Bernama pic

2 h ago

Fuel subsidies keep lid on transport costs, but Tengku Zafrul warns supply crunch will test households

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has called on employers to be more considerate and compassionate in ensuring the welfare of workers continues to be protected. — Bernama pic

2 h ago

Anwar pushes for fairer wages, telling corporate Malaysia to match profits with compassion for workers

A new report from the Department of Statistics Malaysia has seen the average monthly wage for the formal sector hitting RM3,167 in December 2025. — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa

3 h ago

Average formal sector wage rises to RM3,167 in December 2025, says DOSM

HKL director Datuk Dr Harikrishna K R Nair said the project is a strategic plan to enhance patient capacity and improve service comfort. — Picture by Raymond Manuel

3 h ago

HKL says ‘war zone’ viral claim due to ongoing emergency department upgrade works

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said the initiative was introduced following findings that the labour force participation rate among women had shown a slight decline, partly due to maternity commitments. — Bernama pic

3 h ago

Anwar rolls out allowance plan, giving mothers 80pc salary support for longer recovery after childbirth

JPJ said it had received complaints regarding the spread of fake advertisements promoting such offers on social media platforms. — Picture by Miera Zulyana

4 h ago

JPJ denies viral claims of free driving licence offer, warns public of fake ads

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said this was part of efforts to strengthen human capital development and ensure the stability of the national labour market. — Picture by Firdaus Latif

4 h ago

Anwar announces RM710m PACE package to strengthen jobs and human capital development

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said the global economic situation has become more challenging this month compared to three months ago in February. — Bernama pic

4 h ago

Global economic conditions more challenging now than in February, says Anwar

Speaking at the Umno Bumiputera Education Congress, Zambry said gaps in education are shaped early in life by factors such as access to quality schooling, conducive learning environments, family support, reading culture, language proficiency, nutrition, and broader social support systems. — Picture by Yusof Isa

4 h ago

Zambry: Education gaps start early, calls for holistic overhaul of Bumiputera education system

RRWMF is a three-day music festival featuring prominent international DJs, an all-female DJ lineup, local stars, and cultural performances, running from April 30 to May 2. — Picture by Raymond Manuel

5 h ago

Tourism minister urges critics to stop politicising Rain Rave festival, says it boosts economy and supports traders

The Kepala Batas Fire and Rescue Station was also affected when its roof was blown off by strong winds. — Picture via Facebook/JBBP Penang

5 h ago

Storm damages over 30 homes and premises in Kepala Batas, no casualties reported

Some 10,000 workers from the public and private sectors attended the National Labour Day 2025 celebration. — Bernama pic

5 h ago

Over 15,000 expected at National Workers’ Day 2026 celebration in Bukit Jalil today

Tourism, Arts and Culture Minister Datuk Seri Tiong King Sing (centre in black shirt) said that Malaysia has seen an increase in tourists from Asia and Europe despite the Middle East war. — Picture by Raymond Manuel

6 h ago

Tiong says Malaysia’s tourist arrivals continue to grow despite Middle East conflict

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