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The AGC today dismissed Tan Sri Shafee Abdullah’s claims that the High Court decision had diluted the powers of the Yang di-Pertuan Agong (YdPA), Malay rulers and governors to grant pardon to convicted persons.. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin

Malaysia / 17 h ago

AGC: Najib’s lawyer’s claims ‘untrue’; High Court’s house arrest ruling actually strengthens rulers’ pardon powers

Oscar-winning actress Michelle Yeoh is set to attend the Bukit Bintang lighting ceremony in Kuala Lumpur on January 3 with her husband Jean Todt as part of the Visit Malaysia 2026 campaign, Housing and Local Government Minister Nga Kor Ming said. — Picture via Instagram/michelleyeoh_official

Malaysia / 16 h ago

Oscar-winning actress Michelle Yeoh to attend Visit Malaysia 2026 launch at Bukit Bintang on Jan 3

The High Court ruled that there was no provision in the law to place Datuk Seri Najib Razak under house arrest. — Picture by Yusof Isa

Malaysia / 5 h ago

Explained: Why did Najib lose his house arrest bid at the High Court?

At 6pm, the local currency surged to 4.0615/0665 versus the greenback, from 4.0770/0800 at yesterday’s close. The ringgit reached 4.0747 on March 5, 2021. — Reuters pic

Money / 16 h ago

Ringgit rallies to strongest level since March 2021 amid soft US dollar

Nizar Najib expressed disappointment in the decision not to allow Datuk Seri Najib Razak's release. — TikTok screenshot

Malaysia / 17 h ago

‘Justice will prevail’: Najib’s son says father had packed his belongings, vows to keep fighting for his freedom (VIDEO)

Former Malaysian Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak and his daughter Nooryana Najwa Najib is pictured at Kuala Lumpur High Court in Kuala Lumpur August 9, 2019. — Picture by Firdaus Latif

Malaysia / 1 h ago

Najib’s daughter says family should have been told from the start royal addendum was unenforceable

In the incident, Hayani Yaakob, in her 50s, and her five-year-old adopted daughter, known as Andra, were burnt alive after being trapped inside the house, while Hayani’s son was injured when part of the roof structure collapsed. — Picture from Facebook/Bomba Sukarela Sungai Puyu Butterworth Pulau Pinang

Malaysia / 19 h ago

Penang top cop: Victim’s son believed to have acted alone in Butterworth fire that killed mum, adopted daughter

Thailand’s foreign minister Sihasak Phuangketkeow holds a press conference following a special Asean foreign ministers’ meeting on the Thai-Cambodian border conflict, in Kuala Lumpur on December 22, 2025. — AFP pic

World / 18 h ago

‘We guarantee it’s safe’: Thailand rejects Cambodia’s call for neutral venue as border talks stall

Colourful Christmas lights and festive decorations at a home in Taman Teluk Molek, Teluk Air Tawar have drawn crowds, becoming a symbol of joy, harmony and multicultural unity after homeowners D. Charles, 53, and S. Christe, 48, opened their home to the public. — Bernama pic

Life / 15 h ago

Christmas magic in Butterworth: Light display at local couple’s home goes viral, draws thousands of visitors

The Sultan of Selangor, Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah, and the Tengku Permaisuri of Selangor, Tengku Permaisuri Norashikin, yesterday extended their Christmas greetings to all Christians, particularly those in Selangor. — Picture via Facebook

Malaysia / 3 h ago

Selangor Sultan, Tengku Permaisuri extend Christmas greetings

MyCC chairman Tan Sri Idrus Harun, in a statement, said these enterprises are provisionally found to have infringed section 4(2)(d) of the Competition Act 2010 (Act 712). — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa

Malaysia / 19 h ago

Six firms face MyCC scrutiny over alleged bid-rigging of 16 quotations and one tender issued by Kluang Prison Dept

A drive down to Gao Sang Bak Kut Teh in the early morning will be rewarded with this collagen-rich piece of meat served with a deep flavoured broth — Picture by Lee Khang Yi

Eat-drink / 3 h ago

From ‘bak kut teh’ in Klang to an Indian vegetarian meal in Brickfields, here are my best dishes for 2025

Kuala Langat Deputy Police chief DSP Mohd Sufian Amin said the department received a report on the incident from the victim’s mother on November 18. — Picture by Ahmad Zamzahuri

Malaysia / 3 h ago

Police probe alleged assault of man by own officers in Banting

Seberang Perai Selatan police chief Supt Jay January Siowou said the boy has been identified as Mohamad Arishh, who is of Indian Muslim ethnicity. — Picture by Ahmad Zamzahuri

Malaysia / 2 h ago

Police seek help to locate missing 13-year-old boy

This photo provided by the US Justice Department on December 19, 2025 shows an undated picture of former US president Bill Clinton in a jacuzzi at an undisclosed location as the Justice Department began releasing the long-awaited records from the investigation into the politically explosive case of convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. — AFP pic

World / 15 h ago

Victims exposed, but not the powerful: Survivors slam redacted Epstein files as dangerous and unjust

Malaysia

3 m ago

Jakim to summon Muslim individual over alleged involvement in interfaith water ceremony

File picture of Muslims attending Aidiladha prayers at the Putra Mosque in Putrajaya, June 29, 2023. The Department of Islamic Development Malaysia (Jakim) will summon a Muslim individual suspected of being involved in the ‘Interfaith Water Ceremony’ programme to obtain an explanation regarding his involvement. — Picture by Hari Anggara

PUTRAJAYA, Dec 24 — The Department of Islamic Development Malaysia (Jakim) will summon a Muslim individual suspected of being involved in the “Interfaith Water Ceremony” programme to obtain an explanation regarding his involvement.Its director-general Datuk Dr Sirajuddin Suhaimee confirmed that the individual concerned is not a Jakim officer.He said the...

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Taiping District Police Chief ACP Mohamad Nasir Ismail said the incident stemmed from a misunderstanding between two customers and two restaurant workers. — Picture by Choo Choy May

Malaysia / 13 m ago

Police: Viral Taiping restaurant fight resolved amicably

Johor Department of Environment (DOE) director Mohd Famey Yusoff said the courts had handed down prison sentences and fines against individuals and responsible parties convicted of environmental offences. — Reuters pic

Malaysia / 19 m ago

Johor DOE: RM3.81m in fines, jail terms imposed for environmental offences this year

With the e-Aduan system consumers only need to send photos, receipts and information on the location through Whatsapp, or the ezAdu app to ensure that action will be taken against errant traders or businesses. — Pexels.com pic

Malaysia / 30 m ago

KPDN’s e-Aduan lets consumers lodge price complaints via WhatsApp, ezAdu app

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His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia’s courtesy visit to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) President Sheikh Mohamed Zayed Al Nahyan in Abu Dhabi, December 23, 2025. — Picture from Facebook/Sultan Ibrahim Sultan Iskandar

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King’s UAE visit reinforces Malaysia ties, opens door to deeper strategic cooperation

Utusan Malaysia reported that Education Director‑General Mohd Azam Ahmad said the reforms are part of a broader review of outdated school safety SOPs, involving agencies such as Unicef, Suhakam, KKM, JKM and PDRM. — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa

57 m ago

Malaysian schools to require health and disciplinary reports for student transfers from 2026

Former Malaysian Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak and his daughter Nooryana Najwa Najib is pictured at Kuala Lumpur High Court in Kuala Lumpur August 9, 2019. — Picture by Firdaus Latif

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Najib’s daughter says family should have been told from the start royal addendum was unenforceable

Penang Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow said the state government continues to support non-Muslim communities through an inclusive approach, ensuring that all Penangites are able to practise their respective religions freely and without hindrance. — Picture via Facebook

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Penang committed to protecting religious freedom of all communities, says Kon Yeow

The Bachok Fire and Rescue Station chief, Ahmad Ridhuan Mohamad Ghazali, told Bernama that the victim has been identified as Muhamad Irfan Mohd Afendi. — JBPM Kelantan pic

2 h ago

Nine-year-old boy feared drowned in Bachok

Seberang Perai Selatan police chief Supt Jay January Siowou said the boy has been identified as Mohamad Arishh, who is of Indian Muslim ethnicity. — Picture by Ahmad Zamzahuri

2 h ago

Police seek help to locate missing 13-year-old boy

Perlis Menteri Besar Mohd Shukri Ramli Mohd Shukri was discharged from a hospital in Kuala Lumpur yesterday after receiving treatment for chest pains. — File picture by Shafwan Zaidon

38 m ago

‘We will not hesitate to act’: Perikatan, Pakatan leaders back stability in Perlis amid pressure on Menteri Besar

Kuala Langat Deputy Police chief DSP Mohd Sufian Amin said the department received a report on the incident from the victim’s mother on November 18. — Picture by Ahmad Zamzahuri

3 h ago

Police probe alleged assault of man by own officers in Banting

The Sultan of Selangor, Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah, and the Tengku Permaisuri of Selangor, Tengku Permaisuri Norashikin, yesterday extended their Christmas greetings to all Christians, particularly those in Selangor. — Picture via Facebook

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Selangor Sultan, Tengku Permaisuri extend Christmas greetings

Menteri Besar of Perlis Mohd Shukri Ramli thanked supporters for their well-wishes. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin

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Perlis MB discharged from hospital after being admitted for chest pain

The Prime Minister shared several infographics showing the country’s investment performance for the first nine months of 2025. — Composite of pictures via Facebook

3 h ago

PM Anwar: Madani government committed to ensuring investments give returns to the people

The High Court ruled that there was no provision in the law to place Datuk Seri Najib Razak under house arrest. — Picture by Yusof Isa

5 h ago

Explained: Why did Najib lose his house arrest bid at the High Court?

Oscar-winning actress Michelle Yeoh is set to attend the Bukit Bintang lighting ceremony in Kuala Lumpur on January 3 with her husband Jean Todt as part of the Visit Malaysia 2026 campaign, Housing and Local Government Minister Nga Kor Ming said. — Picture via Instagram/michelleyeoh_official

16 h ago

Oscar-winning actress Michelle Yeoh to attend Visit Malaysia 2026 launch at Bukit Bintang on Jan 3

The AGC today dismissed Tan Sri Shafee Abdullah’s claims that the High Court decision had diluted the powers of the Yang di-Pertuan Agong (YdPA), Malay rulers and governors to grant pardon to convicted persons.. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin

17 h ago

AGC: Najib’s lawyer’s claims ‘untrue’; High Court’s house arrest ruling actually strengthens rulers’ pardon powers

Nizar Najib expressed disappointment in the decision not to allow Datuk Seri Najib Razak's release. — TikTok screenshot

17 h ago

‘Justice will prevail’: Najib’s son says father had packed his belongings, vows to keep fighting for his freedom (VIDEO)

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