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Disappointment was clear as national women’s doubles pair Pearly Tan and Thinaah Muralitharan exited the Petronas Malaysia Open 2026 at Axiata Arena today, falling to Indonesia’s Febriana Dwipuji Kusuma and Meilysa Trias Puspitasari in the quarter-finals. — Bernama pic

Sports / 17 h ago

Shocked by defeat to world No. 60, Pearly Tan-M. Thinaah apologise to fans after Malaysia Open exit

The Attorney General’s Chambers said it has decided to take no further action in Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi’s case, bringing to a final close the 47 charges for which he received a DNAA in 2023. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 15 h ago

AGC drops Zahid’s Yayasan Akalbudi graft charges for good, says ‘no further action’ will be taken

National men’s singles player Leong Jun Hao reacts after losing 21-18, 21-11 to Indonesia’s Jonatan Christie in 55 minutes in the Malaysia Open at Axiata Stadium in Bukit Jalil, Kuala Lumpur on January 8, 2026. — Bernama pic

Sports / 19 h ago

Home favourites crash out in Malaysia Open second round, Chen Tang Jie-Toh Ee Wei lone hope

Hindu devotees and tourists seen visiting Batu Caves, Kuala Lumpur for the Thaipusam celebration, . — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 16 h ago

Civil servants in KL, Putrajaya and Labuan to get replacement holiday on Feb 2

Nalinee Kothandabani, 41, pleaded not guilty at the Magistrate’s Court in Petaling Jaya today to a charge of punching a fast-food restaurant worker with disabilities last month. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 18 h ago

Social media influencer pleads not guilty to assaulting disabled restaurant staff in Seri Kembangan

A former Chief of Army has been remanded for seven days, while his two wives were remanded for six and three days, respectively. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 19 h ago

MACC gets seven-day remand for former army chief, under a week for his wives for multimillion defence procurement probe

From January 1, 2026, companies for platforms such as WhatsApp, Telegram, Instagram, Facebook, TikTok and YouTube are automatically licensees in Malaysia. — AFP pic

Malaysia / 3 h ago

What can Malaysia do if foreign social media firms ignore local laws? Here’s what lawyers say

Albert Tei in court on November 29, 2025, wearing an orange lock‑up uniform. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 19 h ago

Orange outrage: Albert Tei sues MACC over lock‑up uniform, says humiliation came before conviction

This AI image showing Nicolas Maduro flanked by US forces went viral across social media after being created by an X user with fewer than 100 followers. — Picture via X/Ian Weber

World / 3 h ago

From experiment to explosion: How an AI image of Maduro’s arrest fooled millions

A pharmacist displays boxes of Ozempic, a semaglutide injection drug used for treating type 2 diabetes made by Novo Nordisk, at Rock Canyon Pharmacy in Provo, Utah, US, March 29, 2023. — Reuters pic

Life / 13 h ago

Weight-loss wonder drugs come with a catch: Kilos rebound fast after quitting

His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, Yang di-Pertuan Agong, grants an audience to Chief Secretary to the Government Tan Sri Shamsul Azri Abu Bakar at Istana Bukit Tunku, Kuala Lumpur January 8, 2026. — Picture via Facebook/Sultan Ibrahim Sultan Iskandar

Malaysia / 19 h ago

King urges civil servants to uphold integrity, reject corruption

International Justice Mission (IJM) Malaysia clarified it is not linked to the entity referred to as ‘International Justice Malaysia’ in recent reports of an alleged scam. — Picture via Facebook/IJM.Malaysia

Malaysia / 17 h ago

IJM Malaysia warns of fake Facebook page, stresses no money recovery services

Shah Alam police chief ACP Ramsay Embol said P Shaswin and A Jesitha were last seen in Taman Alam Megah, leaving together on a motorcycle. They were carrying a backpack at the time. — Picture by Ahmad Zamzahuri

Malaysia / 15 h ago

Shah Alam police appeal for public help to locate missing teenagers

The remand order against the 22-year-old man and his 30-year-old wife was issued by Magistrate Nurul Azuin Mohd Talha at the Seremban Magistrates’ Court here today. — Unsplash pic

Malaysia / 18 h ago

Police remand parents after 10-year-old boy found shivering and alone outside Nilai store

At 6pm, the local currency edged down to 4.0580/0650 versus the greenback from yesterday’s close of 4.0560/0610. — Picture by Raymond Manuel

Money / 15 h ago

Ringgit edges lower against US dollar as Trump warning spooks markets

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Landslide triggers pipe burst, disrupts water supply in Kuching areas

The pipe burst near the Haji Baki traffic lights in Kuching. — Picture via Facebook/Sarawak Water Sdn Bhd — Southern Region

KUCHING, Jan 9 — Several areas here, including the city centre, Petra Jaya, Kota Samarahan, and Padawan may experience low water pressure and unscheduled water supply interruptions due to a pipe burst near the Haji Baki traffic lights.Sarawak Water Sdn Bhd (SWSB) said the pipe burst has caused road shoulder...

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File photo for illustration purposes only. Tawau police detained a teenager and seized a smartphone believed to have been used to send threatening messages, following a report lodged on Tuesday. — Picture by Hari Anggara

Malaysia / 40 m ago

Police arrest 18-year-old over alleged SMS threats to teen in Tawau

Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi leaves the court complex in Kuala Lumpur in this file photo, amid questions over the Attorney General’s Chambers’ decision to take no further action in the Yayasan Akalbudi case. — Picture by Hari Anggara

Malaysia / 50 m ago

Ramkarpal calls on AGC to explain NFA decision in Zahid’s Yayasan Akalbudi case

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim answers questions from the media ahead of concluding his official visit to Turkiye yesterday. Also present are Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Datuk Seri Johari Abdul Ghani (second right), Higher Education Minister Datuk Seri Dr Zambry Abd Kadir (second left), Foreign Ministry Secretary-General Datuk Amran Mohamed Zin (left) and Malaysian Ambassador to Turkiye Sazali Mustafa Kamal (right). — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 56 m ago

Anwar says Malaysia, Turkiye to boost strategic cooperation in defence, energy and high-tech sectors

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A rescuer wades through floodwaters to assess rising water levels outside a building during overnight flooding, as continuous rain forces evacuations in parts of Sarawak. — Social media pic

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Rain-soaked night forces families into evacuation centres across Siburan

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim interacts with industry representatives during a roundtable meeting in Turkiye as part of his official visit yesterday. — Bernama pic

1 h ago

Anwar says official visit to Turkiye strengthens bilateral ties, boosts economic cooperation

Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi, along with the Imam of Al-Aqsa Mosque, Sheikh Ali Umar Yaqoub Abbasi, discussed during their meeting Malaysia’s concerns over the fate of the Palestinian people. — Picture via Facebook/Zahid Hamidi

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Zahid meets Al-Aqsa Mosque imam to discuss future of mosque and Palestinian plight

A spokesperson from the Sarawak Fire and Rescue Department’s Operations Centre said the emergency call was received at noon, prompting the immediate deployment of eight firefighters and a fire engine from the Kapit station. — Picture by Raymond Manuel

1 h ago

Firefighters brave remote terrain, cross seven rivers to rescue injured woman in Kapit

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim receives a courtesy visit from former international footballer Mesut Ozil during his official visit to Turkiye yesterday. — Bernama pic

1 h ago

Anwar meets former Arsenal star Mesut Ozil, Turkish president’s son Necmeddin Bilal Erdogan during final day of Turkiye visit

Melaka Tengah police chief ACP Christopher Patit said the suspects, aged between their 20s and 40s, were detained following a police report lodged at about 4 am yesterday. — Bernama pic

1 h ago

Six men arrested over scuffle in Melaka Raya, police dismiss shooting rumours

Ying (right) inspects a pork jerky outlet in the town area. — The Borneo Post pic

1 h ago

Sibu Municipal Council targets ‘bak kwa’ outlets after fur complaint, steps up hygiene drive ahead of CNY rush

Wee (right) places the new AED in its box at Stutong Market, witnessed by a MBKS councillor. — The Borneo Post pic

1 h ago

AED at Stutong Market not missing, replaced after use in actual emergency, says Kuching South Mayor

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim speaks at a roundtable meeting with industry players in Turkiye during his official visit to the country today. — Bernama pic

1 h ago

Anwar confident Malaysia-Turkiye US$10b trade target achievable

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said the ceremony is not a matter of personal choice nor does it reflect the ideological stance of any leader, but is a long-established diplomatic requirement practised by the Turkish government. — Bernama pic

1 h ago

Anwar says Ataturk wreath-laying is mandatory protocol for all heads of state visiting Turkiye

Lawyer Datuk Hisyam Teh Poh Teik said the Umno president will apply for a full acquittal after prosecutors classified his Yayasan Akalbudi case as no further action. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin

1 h ago

Lawyer: Zahid to pursue full acquittal after AGC drops Yayasan Akalbudi prosecution

Firefighters carefully free a white cat whose head became stuck in a doorknob during a brief rescue at a house in Kampung Batu 6, Lumadan. — Daily Express pic

1 h ago

Curiosity stuck the cat in Beaufort: Firefighters called after feline gets head wedged in doorknob

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan also extended his regards and prayers for Dr Mahathir to be granted good health, well-being and safety. — Bernama pic

1 h ago

Erdogan expresses concern over Dr Mahathir’s health during Anwar’s Turkiye visit

Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) said having a local representative is a licence condition for major foreign social media companies.— Picture by Choo Choy May

3 h ago

MCMC: Foreign social media firms must comply with Malaysia’s laws once licensed, must appoint local rep

From January 1, 2026, companies for platforms such as WhatsApp, Telegram, Instagram, Facebook, TikTok and YouTube are automatically licensees in Malaysia. — AFP pic

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