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Wild boars crash a Malaysian home during Chinese New Year 2026. — Screenshots from Facebook/马来西亚投诉站

Life / 14 h ago

Year of the Horse, but boars make their mark in CNY visit to Malaysian home, drawing awe and caution (VIDEO)

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 / 17 h ago

Parking rage turns bloody at Cheras flats after man slashed

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

Malaysia / 14 h ago

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

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 / 19 h ago

Terengganu MACC detains state exco over alleged nepotism in GLC hires

The Singapore Trade of Industry Ministry is seeking clarity from its US counterparts on the implementation of the new Section 122 tariffs and processes for tariff refunds. — Unsplash pic

Singapore / 11 h ago

From 10pc to 15 pc: Trump’s tariff jump leaves Singapore asking ‘how exactly?’

Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) chief commissioner Tan Sri Azam Bak. — Bernama file pic

What You Think / 12 h ago

Outrageous to call for Section 36 MACC Act to be applied to MACC chief Azam Baki — Hafiz Hassan

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

Malaysia / 15 h ago

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

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 / 17 h ago

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

(From left) Jessica Hsuan, Louis Koo, Raymond Lam, and Kevin Chu at last month’s visit to Pavilion Kuala Lumpur to thank fans nationwide for their overwhelming support for the ‘Back to the Past’ film. — Picture by Choo Choy May

Showbiz / 18 h ago

‘Back to the Past’ levels up with 24 new minutes, multiverse twist lands Feb 26

Selangor Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Amirudin Shari said the premises are believed to have discharged oil waste and black-coloured effluent into the drainage system, which later flowed into Sungai Kabul. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 13 h ago

Two recycling premises suspected of causing odour pollution in Sungai Kabul, Semenyih

In his writ and statement of claim, MACC chief Tan Sri Azam Baki seeks RM100 million in general damages, aggravated and exemplary damages, interest and legal costs. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 13 h ago

Civil society group supports MACC chief Azam Baki in legal action against Bloomberg

Son Heung-min (right) of Los Angeles FC speaks with Lionel Messi of Inter Miami CF during their MLS match at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum in Los Angeles, California, February 21, 2026. — AFP pic

Sports / 17 h ago

Son outshines Messi as LAFC thrash Inter Miami 3-0 in MLS opener

Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek said she had instructed the District Education Office (PPD) to coordinate all forms of assistance and educational support required to ensure the welfare and continuity of the child’s learning are safeguarded. — Bernama file pic

Malaysia / 11 h ago

Fadhlina visits family of late trooper Indiran, pledges help for siblings

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

Malaysia / 16 h ago

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

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

Malaysia / 17 h ago

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

Malaysia

39 m ago

What you need to know about sleeping after sahur

Lecturer and consultant respiratory physician at Hospital Al-Sultan Abdullah, Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) Puncak Alam, Dr Aisya Natasya Musa said there is no need to completely forgo sleep after sahur; however, both sleeping posture and the duration of the nap are key factors to consider. — The Borneo Post pic

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 23 — Many Muslims face a common dilemma after sahur, namely whether to stay awake or catch a brief nap to ease drowsiness.According to health experts, feeling sleepy after the predawn meal is not unusual because it is closely linked to disruptions in the body’s biological clock caused by...

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Across the country, families are adjusting daily expenditure, postponing discretionary purchases and budgeting more carefully, yet still allocating funds for key festive essentials such as clothing, food preparations, balik kampung travel and duit raya.— Bernama pic

Malaysia / 39 m ago

Malaysians tighten belts but keep Raya spending a household priority despite cost pressures

The presence of people from diverse backgrounds at Ramadan bazaars reflects the true concept of unity. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 39 m ago

Ramadan bazaars a beloved annual tradition for Malaysians

Visitors walk past the Sultan Abdul Samad Building following the completion of restoration works. — Picture by Raymond Manuel

Malaysia / 39 m ago

For ordinary Malaysians, restored Sultan Abdul Samad Building shows heritage works best when it is used

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Speaking at a breaking-of-fast event and the launch of the Rakan Masjid × Rakan Muda Ramadan programme at Masjid Wilayah Persekutuan here, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said goodwill shown by one community should be reciprocated. — Picture by Firdaus Latif

11 h ago

Anwar calls for mutual respect among faiths and races to safeguard national unity

Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek said she had instructed the District Education Office (PPD) to coordinate all forms of assistance and educational support required to ensure the welfare and continuity of the child’s learning are safeguarded. — Bernama file pic

11 h ago

Fadhlina visits family of late trooper Indiran, pledges help for siblings

The Finance Ministry advised the public not to click on suspicious links or share personal information with unauthorised sources, and to verify information through official MOF channels. — Picture by Raymond Manuel

11 h ago

MOF dismisses fake Ramadan aid and e-tunai credit claims circulating online

Selangor Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Amirudin Shari said the premises are believed to have discharged oil waste and black-coloured effluent into the drainage system, which later flowed into Sungai Kabul. — Bernama pic

13 h ago

Two recycling premises suspected of causing odour pollution in Sungai Kabul, Semenyih

In his writ and statement of claim, MACC chief Tan Sri Azam Baki seeks RM100 million in general damages, aggravated and exemplary damages, interest and legal costs. — Bernama pic

13 h ago

Civil society group supports MACC chief Azam Baki in legal action against Bloomberg

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

14 h ago

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

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

14 h 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

14 h 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

14 h ago

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

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

14 h 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

15 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

15 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

15 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

16 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

16 h ago

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

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