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The AC Hotel by Marriott in Ipoh is one new entrant to the state's hotel scene. — Picture via Marriott website

Malaysia / 17 h ago

Perak struggles to attract major hotels as tourists skip overnight stays

The Penang High Court revised the couple’s 12-month jail term to time already served, ordering their immediate release after accepting a joint representation on sentencing. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 16 h ago

Cemetery tryst couple freed after Penang High Court revises jail term to time served following accepted representation

The lower court had previously imposed fines ranging from RM2,000 to RM3,000 on the men who had attacked the KTV outlet. — Social media screenshot

Malaysia / 16 h ago

Court orders additional 10 months’ jail for 33 men who stormed Taman Shamelin KTV after previously imposing fines

Some of the luxury vehicles seized by the Selangor Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) are seen in this photo supplied by police.— PDRM pic

Malaysia / 10 h ago

MACC detains three men for alleged misappropriation of RM230m in zakat funds, luxury vehicles, cash and properties confiscated

Water levels at one Kuala Lumpur river exceeded the danger threshold this afternoon, with an upward trend recorded, according to the Department of Irrigation and Drainage. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 14 h ago

Rising waters push KL river past danger mark, says Irrigation and Drainage Dept

Narcotics Criminal Investigation Department (NCID) director Datuk Hussein Omar Khan (right) shows the luxury vehicles seized during a press conference at the Kuala Lumpur Police Contingent Headquarters on April 21, 2026. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 13 h ago

Rolls-Royce Cullinan, Porsche Taycan among 18 luxury cars seized as KL cops smash drug ring

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said the initiatives would include unemployed graduates and diploma holders, so as to ensure their skills are not wasted. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin

Malaysia / 14 h ago

PM: Govt to announce support measures for those out of work, including unemployed graduates

Selangor Infrastructure and Agriculture Committee chairman Datuk Izham Hashim (right) speaks during a press conference at the Selangor State Assembly building in Shah Alam April 21, 2026. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 15 h ago

Deadline extended: Selangor grants final August exit for Jalan Sungai Buloh nurseries

Vehicles were moved by strong currents during flash floods triggered by heavy rain in Cameron Highlands. — Pictures via Facebook

Malaysia / 13 h ago

Flash floods in Cameron Highlands draw federal probe, geologists deployed

The accused was found to have stolen 20 household items, including all-purpose flour, from a supermarket in Cheras, Kuala Lumpur, with the total value amounting to RM404.22. — File picture by Shafwan Zaidon

Malaysia / 14 h ago

Father of two jailed, fined RM300 over Cheras supermarket theft involving sardines and other daily essentials

Perak Ruler Sultan Nazrin Muizzuddin Shah delivers his royal keynote address during the Putrajaya Forum 2026 at Mitec in Kuala Lumpur on April 21, 2026. — Picture by Yusof Isa

Malaysia / 19 h ago

Act now, not after harm: Perak Sultan urges early AI regulation at global forum

Vehicles make their way through floodwaters along Jalan Ampang Hilir in Kuala Lumpur after continuous rain caused flash floods, disrupting city centre traffic. — Picture via Facebook/dbklklccc

Malaysia / 16 h ago

Flooded stretches on Jalan Ampang Hilir, Jalan Kuching snarl KL traffic

Study finds fuel prices are among the main worries of Malaysian consumers amid tensions in the Strait of Hormuz. — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa

Malaysia / 18 h ago

Food vs fuel: Survey shows what Malaysians and Thais fear most as oil jitters rise

Thailand will be scorching until May 2026 with temperatures climbing above 40°C and some areas forecasted to hit 60°C. — ETX Studio pic

Malaysia / 12 h ago

Thailand swelters as temperatures hit 43°C, heat index soaring to dangerous 60°C

A viral video shows a former e-hailing driver travelling against traffic along Old Klang Road in Kuala Lumpur for about 500m. — Screengrab via Facebook video

Malaysia / 16 h ago

Old Klang Road wrong-way driver gets three months’ jail as KL High Court says three days was too light

Malaysia

10 h ago

MACC detains three men for alleged misappropriation of RM230m in zakat funds, luxury vehicles, cash and properties confiscated

Some of the luxury vehicles seized by the Selangor Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) are seen in this photo supplied by police.— PDRM pic

KUALA LUMPUR, April 21 – The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) detained three individuals, including a deputy chairman of a non-governmental organisation (NGO), in connection with the alleged misappropriation of zakat funds.According to The Star, the arrests were made by the Selangor branch of the MACC today. Two men, aged in their...

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Melaka Chief Minister Datuk Seri Ab Rauf Yusoh (centre) said that, under the State Constitution, the Barisan Nasional (BN)-led state government’s term ends in December. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 10 h ago

Show must go on: Melaka chief minister says no reason for state polls to be delayed

Economy Minister Akmal Nasrullah Mohd Nasir said that if this uncertainty continues, its impact on energy costs and the global supply chain could take up to 18 months to stabilise, depending on geopolitical developments and the recovery of trade routes.. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 10 h ago

Government is focusing on policy adjustments to address cost pressures, global supply crisis

Economy Minister Akmal Nasrullah Mohd Nasir said that monitoring of selected food prices for the period April 13 to 19, 2026 shows mixed price movements. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 10 h ago

Economy minister: Global supply crisis is starting to affect local prices

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Economy Minister Akmal Nasrullah Mohd Nasir said that if this uncertainty continues, its impact on energy costs and the global supply chain could take up to 18 months to stabilise, depending on geopolitical developments and the recovery of trade routes.. — Bernama pic

10 h ago

Government is focusing on policy adjustments to address cost pressures, global supply crisis

Sultan of Perak, Sultan Nazrin Muizzuddin Shah (centre) visiting the Defence Service Asia (DSA) and National Security Asia (Natsec) exhibition at MITEC in Kuala Lumpur on April 21, 2026. — Picture by Yusof Isa

11 h ago

As global conflicts loom, Putrajaya Forum pushes Asean to aspire for information dominance and bolster climate security

12 h ago

King offers prayers for Johor Haj pilgrims

Thailand will be scorching until May 2026 with temperatures climbing above 40°C and some areas forecasted to hit 60°C. — ETX Studio pic

12 h ago

Thailand swelters as temperatures hit 43°C, heat index soaring to dangerous 60°C

Narcotics Criminal Investigation Department (NCID) director Datuk Hussein Omar Khan (right) shows the luxury vehicles seized during a press conference at the Kuala Lumpur Police Contingent Headquarters on April 21, 2026. — Bernama pic

13 h ago

Rolls-Royce Cullinan, Porsche Taycan among 18 luxury cars seized as KL cops smash drug ring

Vehicles were moved by strong currents during flash floods triggered by heavy rain in Cameron Highlands. — Pictures via Facebook

13 h ago

Flash floods in Cameron Highlands draw federal probe, geologists deployed

Kulim deputy police chief DSP Tengku Mohd Faisal Tengku Yeng said the Integrity and Standards Compliance Department (JIPS) has been instructed to conduct an investigation into the officer involved. — File picture by Ahmad Zamzahuri

13 h ago

Police: Kulim officer alleged to have stepped on man’s head to be investigated, focus on arrest SOP compliance

Water levels at one Kuala Lumpur river exceeded the danger threshold this afternoon, with an upward trend recorded, according to the Department of Irrigation and Drainage. — Bernama pic

14 h ago

Rising waters push KL river past danger mark, says Irrigation and Drainage Dept

The accused was found to have stolen 20 household items, including all-purpose flour, from a supermarket in Cheras, Kuala Lumpur, with the total value amounting to RM404.22. — File picture by Shafwan Zaidon

14 h ago

Father of two jailed, fined RM300 over Cheras supermarket theft involving sardines and other daily essentials

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said the initiatives would include unemployed graduates and diploma holders, so as to ensure their skills are not wasted. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin

14 h ago

PM: Govt to announce support measures for those out of work, including unemployed graduates

Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation (Matrade) chairman Datuk Seri Reezal Merican Naina Merican speaks during a press conference in Kuala Lumpur April 21, 2026. — Picture by Firdaus Latif

14 h ago

Matrade turns 47 offices abroad into ‘frontline hubs’ to shield exporters from trade turmoil, says Reezal Merican

Selangor Infrastructure and Agriculture Committee chairman Datuk Izham Hashim (right) speaks during a press conference at the Selangor State Assembly building in Shah Alam April 21, 2026. — Bernama pic

14 h ago

Selangor flood crisis not a quick fix, four-year timeline needed, says exco

Sarawak Water said the message circulating on social media and WhatsApp is false. — Picture via Facebook/sarawakwater

15 h ago

Sarawak Water: Viral message of Sungai Liku reservoir drying up, water rationing is fake

Deputy Works Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Maslan (centre) visits the gallery at the Kota Tinggi Public Works Department (JKR) office in Johor Bahru April 21, 2026. — Picture by Ben Tan

15 h ago

Kota Tinggi Bypass Bridge nears finish line, set to open July 28, says deputy works minister

Perak Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Saarani Mohamad said Perak will set up two committees to monitor and mitigate the impact of global tensions. — Bernama pic

15 h ago

No ‘wait-and-see’: Perak braces for West Asia spillover, sets up twin committees to shield state economy

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