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Speaking at the Kuala Lumpur-Ankara Dialogue 2026, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim credited national oil giant Petronas for building robust ties with other oil producing nations that has ensured adequate fuel supply for Malaysia despite the ongoing war in West Asia. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin

Malaysia / 6 h ago

Anwar: Malaysia’s fuel supply secure until June, thanks Iranian president for safe transit of ships via Hormuz

Cooling typically accounts for the largest share of household electricity use in Malaysia. — Reuters file pic

Malaysia / 12 h ago

Energy prices may rise, but your bill doesn’t have to: Simple ways to save at home

MACC seeks Interpol Red Notice for Daim’s two sons and one other person for failing to show up to give their statements as scheduled on April 6, 2026. — Picture by Choo Choy May

Malaysia / 10 h ago

No-show at MACC: Daim’s sons, associate face Red Notice, travel curbs

Asnida Abdul Daim (right), daughter of former finance minister Tun Daim Zainuddin, was charged with failing to declare her shareholdings in five companies at the Sessions Court in Kuala Lumpur April 7, 2026. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 9 h ago

Daim’s daughter pleads not guilty to failing to declare company shareholdings

Penang police chief Datuk Azizee Ismail said the investigation paper is being prepared for submission. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 7 h ago

Police refer Balik Pulau assault case to DPP after outcry over no charges

File picture of a paddy field in Kedah. Quit rent for a 12-hectare plot in Penang was reduced from RM334,544 to RM180 following a review. — File picture by Shafwan Zaidon

Malaysia / 5 h ago

Penang quit rent for 12ha plot slashed from RM334,544 to RM180, owners urged to appeal by April 30

The accused, Muhamad Shafiq Salleh, 29, nodded in understanding as the charge was read before Magistrate Amalina Johar. No plea was recorded, however, as the case falls under the jurisdiction of the High Court. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 6 h ago

Trailer driver charged with murder over Johor crash that killed three family members

A late night machete attack in Buntong, Perak on April 6, 2026 leaves one dead and one suspect arrested as police hunt two more perpetrators. — Pexels pic

Malaysia / 4 h ago

Ipoh man, 25, dies in Buntong machete brawl; cops nab one suspect, looking for two more

PKR secretary-general Datuk Dr Fuziah Salleh said calls to take action against former deputy president Datuk Seri Rafizi Ramli would be referred to the party’s disciplinary board, amid growing pressure from party leaders. — Picture by Raymond Manuel/Bernama

Malaysia / 10 h ago

Fuziah: PKR mulls disciplinary move as pressure mounts over Rafizi’s criticisms

Singapore's Minister for Home Affairs and new Coordinating Minister for National Security K. Shanmugam considered Bloomberg's reporting on his real estate transaction defamatory. — Reuters pic

Singapore / 7 h ago

Singapore home affairs minister, manpower minister in court for start of Bloomberg defamation trial

Both Trump and Iran have said that a proposal touted by international mediators for a 45-day ceasefire is not yet ready, and in a Washington press conference, the US president dialled up his warlike rhetoric once again. — AFP pic

World / 10 h ago

Trump says Iran ceasefire ‘not good enough’, doubles down on threats to infrastructure

A Malaysian-owned commercial vessel sails through the Strait of Hormuz after being granted safe passage following diplomatic engagements with Iran in March 2026. — Picture from X/Iran Embassy in Malaysia

Malaysia / 10 h ago

First stranded Malaysian ship clears Strait of Hormuz after PM’s call with Iran

The leader of the world’s second-largest economy also emphasised hydropower development and ecological protection, while urging the safe and orderly expansion of nuclear power, according to state broadcaster CCTV yesterday. — AFP pic

World / 9 h ago

China’s Xi urges faster development of new energy system as Middle East war continues

Employees inspect printed circuit boards at a factory, which is in partnership with Agilian Technology, in Dongguan, Guangdong province. — Reuters pic

Money / 12 h ago

Inside a Chinese factory’s survival story as Trump tariffs reshape global supply chains

The Malaysian Meteorological Department has issued warnings of thunderstorms, heavy rain and strong winds affecting five states in Peninsular Malaysia until noon April 7, 2026. — AFP pic

Malaysia / 9 h ago

Heavy rain and gusty winds for Selangor, Penang, Johor, Perlis, and Kedah till noon

Malaysia

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Govt to establish stockpile of medicines, medical devices amid Middle East conflict

Economy Minister Akmal Nasrullah Mohd Nasir said the move is among measures taken to maintain adequate supply in the medium to long term. — Bernama pic

KUALA LUMPUR, April 7 — The government will establish a national strategic buffer stock to ensure the supply of medicines and medical devices following the global energy crisis caused by the conflict in West Asia.Economy Minister Akmal Nasrullah Mohd Nasir said this is among the more robust measures for the...

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A 53-year-old cleaner at Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris Sports Bowl in Tanjong Malim died of a suspected heart attack after being found unconscious in a utility room early today. — Picture by Choo Choy May

Malaysia / 1 h ago

Police: UPSI bowling centre cleaner died of sudden heart attack, no foul play

Magistrate Illi Marisqa Khalizan issued arrest warrants on April 7, 2026 against against Muhammed Amir Zainuddin, 31, Muhammed Amin Zainuddin, 28, and businesswoman Josephine Premla for failing to show up at the MACC for questioning after three notices were issued. — Picture By Raymond Manuel

Malaysia / 2 h ago

Arrest warrants out against Daim Zainuddin’s two sons and their associate for skipping MACC investigation

Felda chairman Datuk Seri Ahmad Shabery Cheek (far right) says B100, a 100 per cent palm oil biodiesel, could reduce diesel reliance and strengthen national energy security. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 2 h ago

B100 pilot shows promise at RM4.50 per litre, Felda plans wider rollout to boost energy security

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Azlina Abdul Aziz, known online as Makcikmanis, has since attracted attention for her journey from homemaker to lawyer, particularly as she lacked formal secondary education. — Picture from Facebook/Abdul Aziz II

2 h ago

From housewife to lawyer: Woman without SPM finds purpose after son’s murder charge ordeal

According to the charge, the unemployed man cruelly abused a black male kitten by repeatedly throwing it against a wall and a mattress at a laundry premise in Taman Kajang Prima between 3.30am and 4am on April 2. — Pexels pic

2 h ago

Kajang man jailed six months after failing to pay fine for abusing kitten at laundry

Witnesses said that one of the men shouted and rushed towards the front of the stage, causing a brief commotion among attendees. — Screengrabs from Instagram/mandiri.my

2 h ago

Protesters briefly disrupt Azam Baki’s keynote address at WTC in Kuala Lumpur (VIDEO)

UTM vice-chancellor Mohd Shafry Mohd Rahim says claims that higher education institutions are breeding grounds for corruption are irresponsible. — Picture from Facebook/UTM Vice-Chancellor Prof. Dr. Mohd Shafry Mohd Rahim

2 h ago

All universities corrupt? One or two cases is too broad stroke, says UTM chief

Iran’s Ambassador to Malaysia Valiollah Mohammadi Nasrabadi affirms on April 7, 2026 clearance for six Malaysian ships through the Strait of Hormuz. — Screengrab from X/Bernama

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Iran says ‘one by one’ for passage of Malaysia’s six remaining ships stuck at Strait of Hormuz

Former PKR vice-president Datuk Zuraida Kamaruddin loses again as the Federal Court ruled on April 7, 2026 to maintain her party bond breach at RM10 million. — Picture by Firdaus Latif

2 h ago

No special circumstances: Federal Court denies Zuraida’s bid to revisit PKR bond reduction

Deputy Defence Minister Adly Zahari said the projects, including the Royal Malaysian Navy’s Littoral Combat Ship, will proceed despite the 2026 global fuel crisis, as they are critical to national security and sovereignty. — Bernama pic

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Defence mega projects to go ahead despite energy crisis as delays could hike costs, says deputy minister

MetMalaysia forecasts heavy rain and strong winds across seven states and the Federal Territory of Labuan until 5pm April 7, 2026 — Unsplash pic

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Storm alert: Seven states plus Labuan brace for heavy rain, strong winds until 5pm

Industry placers urge the Malaysia in boosting national biodiesel programme to strengthen energy security and support the palm oil sector. — Bernama pic

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Malaysian palm oil producers want Putrajaya to match Asean peers with stronger biodiesel use

A late night machete attack in Buntong, Perak on April 6, 2026 leaves one dead and one suspect arrested as police hunt two more perpetrators. — Pexels pic

4 h ago

Ipoh man, 25, dies in Buntong machete brawl; cops nab one suspect, looking for two more

Nurul Huda Mohd Bajuri, 49, (left) mother to a 16-year-old daughter, pleads not guilty to sending obscene messages about the royal institution via social media on April 7, 2026. — Bernama pic

4 h ago

Widow claiming royal connections lands in dock over obscene posts on TikTok, Instagram targeting Sultan Ibrahim and Brunei Ruler

ROS confirms investigations into 2017–2018 Kelantan misconduct claims were completed the same year and have closed the cases, in response to allegations of delay. — Picture from Wikimedia Commons

4 h ago

Kelantan abuse-of-power claims? ROS says 2017–2018 complaints investigated and closed in same year

Bukit Aman Commercial Crime Investigation Department director Datuk Rusdi Mohd Isa urges the public to be wary of online part-time job offers promising quick cash through “likes” and “shares,” after scammers duped Malaysians of RM251m since January 2025. — Unsplash pic

5 h ago

Like, share, earn? Bukit Aman warns Malaysians after RM251m lost to online part-time job scam since Jan 2025

The Ministry of National Unity is drafting the National Harmony and Reconciliation Commission Bill, focusing on mediation and preventive measures to strengthen social cohesion. — Unsplash pic

5 h ago

Malaysia looks to Singapore, Australia, Zimbabwe for new harmony and reconciliation Bill, eyes mediation over punishment

A Malaysian Instagram account user claimed trial at the Sessions Court in Sepang, Selangor on April 7, 2026 to a charge of creating and initiating offensive communications on the Instagram account ‘boss.s_k’ back in 2024. — AFP pic

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‘Not guilty’ plea from ‘boss.s_k’ Instagramer charged with posting offensive content online

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