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Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim speaks to members of the public after dining at D’Jit Seafood Restaurant in Langkawi, December 12, 2025. The prime minister today said that any claims that lead to religious, racial and ethnic sensitivities must take into account the position of the national language in the country’s Constitution. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 19 h ago

Anwar: Mastery of Bahasa Melayu must come first before proposals on other languages or UEC recognition

Vijay, 51, will personally attend the audio launch of his final movie, 'Jana Nayagan', at the Bukit Jalil National Stadium on December 27. — Picture via Instagram/Vijay

Showbiz / 16 h ago

One last dance: Actor Vijay to rock KL with audio launch of final film ‘Jana Nayagan’ — here’s why it’s worth the hype

The Attorney General’s Chambers’ decision not to appeal Datin Seri Rosmah Mansor’s acquittal and discharge on 17 charges of money laundering and tax evasion is in accordance with the law, the prime minister said. — File picture by Sayuti Zainudin

Malaysia / 18 h ago

‘Not whether our supporter or enemy’: No political bias in AGC’s decision to drop Rosmah case, says Anwar

Bundle shops have grown in popularity over the years, attracting shoppers from across the country. — Photo via Raymond Manuel)

Malaysia / 5 h ago

As Malaysians flock to bundle stores for secondhand buys, are charity outlets paying the price?

Controversial British adult film star Bonnie Blue is expected to be deported from Indonesia’s Bali island on Friday. — AFP pic

World / 19 h ago

British adult film star Bonnie Blue’s Bali saga looks set to end with deportation over traffic violations

Chief Minister Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor highlighted that BESS Lahad Datu, which falls under the jurisdiction of Sabah Electricity, is designed to enhance the stability of the state’s electrical grid, reduce reliance on diesel, and support the integration of renewable energy. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 19 h ago

Sabah launches South-east Asia’s biggest battery energy storage system to boost grid stability

A boy holding a supply stands among people waiting to collect supplies at Batthkav refugee camp, amid clashes between Thailand and Cambodia along a disputed border area, in Chong Kal, Oddar Meanchey Province, Cambodia, December 12, 2025. — Reuters pic

Malaysia / 2 h ago

Trump credits Anwar’s help as Cambodia and Thailand agree to halt border clashes

Nobel Peace Prize laureate Maria Corina Machado looks at pictures of former Nobel Peace Prize laureates during the opening of the official Peace Prize exhibition at the Nobel Peace Center in Oslo, Norway, on December 11, 2025. — AFP pic

Life / 15 h ago

‘Scary and wet’: Ex-US soldier reveals secret sea mission to get Venezuela’s Machado to Nobel ceremony

Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil (second right) and Melaka Chief Minister Datuk Seri Ab Rauf Yusoh (second left) witness the exchange of a memorandum of understanding between the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission and the Melaka state government on connectivity infrastructure for the Melaka smart city initiative at a hotel in Ayer Keroh, Melaka, December 12, 2025. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 16 h ago

MCMC allocates RM310m to boost Melaka’s smart city plan with state-wide digital rollout

The number of cases jumped 55 percent in a week to an average of 2,660 patients in hospital each day last week. — AFP pic

World / 17 h ago

UK faces unprecedented wave of super flu as NHS warns of worst-case scenario ahead of Christmas

This handout image of CCTV footage released by Avon and Somerset Police on December 11, 2025 shows men in the early hours of September 25 in the city of Bristol, south-west England outside a building which housed items from the Bristol Museum’s British Empire and Commonwealth collection. — AFP pic

World / 15 h ago

Over 600 empire-era artefacts stolen from UK museum in ‘significant loss’ to British history

Melaka police chief Datuk Dzulkhairi Mukhtar said the woman who claimed her husband was among those shot dead in Durian Tunggal was not legally married to the suspect. — Picture via Facebook/Polis Melaka

Malaysia / 1 h ago

Woman who claimed husband among Durian Tunggal dead not legally married to him, Melaka police chief says

The Health Ministry said this followed the completion of the latest pharmacist recruitment exercise, in which only 600 permanent posts were filled due to a limited number of vacancies. — Picture by Raymond Manuel

Malaysia / 17 h ago

MOH to reopen pharmacist job applications next year

The body of Malaysian Armed Forces sergeant Fahmey Darus, 39, who was killed in a collision involving an army truck and a Proton Wira near Kampung Bukit Belah, Machang, was laid to rest at the Nibong Islamic Cemetery in Kampung Padang Kala Melor, Kota Bharu, December 12, 2025. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 16 h ago

MAF sergeant killed in Machang crash laid to rest with military honours

Rapid KL rail operator Rapid Rail Sdn Bhd (Rapid Rail) will extend the operating hours of Bukit Jalil Station till 12.30am in conjunction with the FA Cup final between Johor Darul Ta’zim (JDT) and Sabah FC this Sunday. — SoyaCincau pix

Malaysia / 17 h ago

Rapid KL to run late trains for FA Cup final at Bukit Jalil on Sunday

Malaysia

9 m ago

UUM cites roof damage, safety risks over cancellation of graduation venue after Kedah MB’s criticism

UUM said damage to the roof structure of Dewan Mu’adzam Shah was discovered following heavy rainfall. — Picture via Facebook/Universiti Utara Malaysia

ALOR SETAR, Dec 13 — Dewan Mu’adzam Shah at Universiti Utara Malaysia (UUM) was unavailable for the Syarikat Air Darul Aman (SADA) graduation ceremony last Thursday due to safety concerns, according to UUM deputy vice-chancellor for student affairs and alumni, Prof Ahmad Martadha Mohamed.Ahmad Martadha, who is also performing the...

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Kitingan said Sabah Star held extensive discussions with its committee members before reaching a consensus to support the state government. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 13 m ago

Jeffrey Kitingan: Sabah Star’s decision to support Hajiji-led government ends speculation, reflects party consensus

A wooden boat and an outboard engine seized by marine police following the arrest of nine Indonesians in Sungai Rengit, near Kota Tinggi, on Thursday. — Picture via Facebook/Polis Johor

Malaysia / 21 m ago

Nine Indonesians caught trying to return to Batam via illegal sea route, Johor police say

A screengrab of the incident from footage uploaded on TikTok.

Malaysia / 35 m ago

No lift-off here: Helicopter on trailer snarls Subang Jaya traffic, cops investigate

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File photo for illustration purposes only. Authorities ordered an unregistered home-based childcare centre in Bandar Sri Sendayan, Seremban, to cease operations after a toddler’s death last week. — IStock.com pic via AFP

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Negeri Sembilan Social Welfare Dept shuts unlicensed childcare centre after death of one-year-old

Sabah Electricity chairman Saadiah Aziz said the utility will not sugar-coat the reality of ongoing power shortages and reliability issues in the state. — Picture via Facebook/Sabah Electricity Corporate

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‘We won’t sugar-coat it’: Sabah Electricity admits reliability gaps in ongoing state power woes

This aerial photo shows displaced Gazans walking toward Gaza City on January 27, 2025, after crossing the Netzarim corridor from the southern Gaza Strip. — AFP pic

1 h ago

Malaysia welcomes UN resolution reaffirming Israel’s obligations in Occupied Palestinian Territory

Melaka police chief Datuk Dzulkhairi Mukhtar said the woman who claimed her husband was among those shot dead in Durian Tunggal was not legally married to the suspect. — Picture via Facebook/Polis Melaka

1 h ago

Woman who claimed husband among Durian Tunggal dead not legally married to him, Melaka police chief says

Gombak district police said a man was arrested after an alleged machete threat during a parking dispute at an apartment complex in Taman Indah Perdana. — TODAY file pic

2 h ago

Man arrested after machete threat during apartment parking dispute in Gombak

Evacuees are seen at a temporary evacuation centre (PPS) in Padang Besar November 23, 2025. — Bernama pic

2 h ago

Perlis counts RM150m in flood losses, aid payments under way, says state secretary

A boy holding a supply stands among people waiting to collect supplies at Batthkav refugee camp, amid clashes between Thailand and Cambodia along a disputed border area, in Chong Kal, Oddar Meanchey Province, Cambodia, December 12, 2025. — Reuters pic

2 h ago

Trump credits Anwar’s help as Cambodia and Thailand agree to halt border clashes

Authorities said no injuries were reported as pupils were in their classrooms when the fire broke out. — Daily Express pic

2 h ago

Fire destroys Pitas school hostel, no injuries reported

The Department of Irrigation and Drainage warned of possible flooding in low-lying areas near rivers across Sarawak from December 13 to 17. — File picture via Facebook/Sarawak Update

2 h ago

Flood risk forecast across 10 Sarawak divisions from Dec 13 to 17

Residents are evacuated to a relief centre in Sandakan after flooding hit the district yesterday. — Picture via social media

2 h ago

Sandakan joins flood-hit areas as Sarawak, Perak see conditions improve

Police said the suspect posed as a Shopee representative and contacted the victim via phone before moving communication to Telegram. — Picture by Firdaus Latif

2 h ago

Tumbler ‘gift’ costs housewife RM66,805 in online job scam, say Kuala Terengganu police

Deputy Communications Minister Teo Nie Ching arrives at the KL Sentral ETS station after taking the Electric Train Service 3 (ETS3) from Kulai to Kuala Lumpur December 12, 2025. — Bernama pic

2 h ago

Kulai MP takes JB–KL ETS on Day One, calls journey ‘comfortable and reliable’

The Works Minister said the steering committee will meet more frequently to resolve issues affecting the Pan Borneo Sabah Highway. — Bernama

2 h ago

More meetings planned to resolve Sabah Pan Borneo Highway challenges, says Nanta

Masidi said Sabah will continue 13 education aid schemes in 2026, with a new MUET registration fee assistance added. — Bernama pic

2 h ago

Masidi: Sabah boosts student aid with new Malaysian University English Test fee assistance in 2026

Hajiji said Sabah will continue programmes to improve living standards and human capital development. — Bernama pic

3 h ago

Sabah govt to prioritise roads, water and electricity issues in 2026, says Hajiji

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