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Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Federal Territories) Hannah Yeoh said the initiative is crucial as about 10,000 CCTV units are installed throughout Kuala Lumpur. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 17 h ago

Hannah Yeoh says DBKL, police mull joint control centre for KL’s 10,000 CCTVs

The upgraded Perlis JPJ counters offer modern, orderly environment for 400 daily visitors. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 18 h ago

From Jan 2027, only JPJ‑approved intermediaries can handle customer transactions at counters nationwide

A new law could give shoppers greater clarity over a marketplace’s responsibilities when a seller offers misleading products, fails to fulfil an order or engages in questionable practices. — AFP pic

Malaysia / 3 h ago

Malaysia is getting a new e-commerce law, what could change for online shoppers?

Royal Comptroller Datuk Azizi Mohamad Ali said attendance at the Conference of Rulers meeting did not require an invitation and clarified that the Yang di-Pertuan Besar of Negeri Sembilan, Tuanku Muhriz Tuanku Munawir had not received any letter or formal invitation from the meeting’s chairman, Sultan of Perak Sultan Nazrin Shah, to attend the pre-council meeting. — Picture by Yusof Isa

Malaysia / 17 h ago

Negeri Sembilan ruler to skip Conference of Rulers meeting, palace says

Opposition Leader Datuk Seri Hamzah Zainudin. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 19 h ago

Opposition proposes national entity to manage RM800b rare earth wealth, prevent illegal mining losses

High Court sets June 14, 2027 for Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi graft case challenge. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 18 h ago

High Court fixes June 14, 2027 for Bar bid to revive Zahid graft case

Petaling Jaya District Police Chief ACP Shamsudin Mamat said the accident, which occurred at approximately 12.20am, involved a Proton Wira driven by a local man in his 20s who was travelling from Shah Alam to Kuala Lumpur. — Screengrab from social media

Malaysia / 16 h ago

Two killed, two injured in three-vehicle pile-up on Federal Highway

A sign posted on a school gate announces school closures due to haze, in Kajang. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 17 h ago

Fadhlina: Schools closed tomorrow in Johor, Melaka, Negeri Sembilan, Putrajaya as haze worsens

Opposition Leader Datuk Seri Hamzah Zainudin attends the Third Meeting of the Fifth Session of the 15th Parliament at the Parliament building in Kuala Lumpur on October 8, 2026. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 16 h ago

Opposition leader criticises GLC involvement in non-core projects in Budget 2027

Beds at a nursing home in Kanchanaburi, western Thailand on October 6, 2026 with a metal mesh door and padlock. — Picture from Facebook/Department of Health Service Support

Life / 17 h ago

Metal bars over nursing home beds: Thai scandal exposes South-east Asia’s care gap

NRD director-general Datuk Badrul Hisham Alias said those who wished to obtain a birth certificate in the new format could apply for an extract at any NRD office for RM5, with the process taking less than five minutes. — Picture by Choo Choy May

Malaysia / 16 h ago

No need to replace old birth certificates, still valid, says NRD; new copies cost RM5

A general view shows the Putrajaya Precinct 9 (1) School Complex following the temporary closure of educational institutions in Putrajaya due to the ongoing haze on October 9, 2026. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 17 h ago

Haze worsens: 23 stations record ‘Unhealthy’ API levels across Malaysia

Opposition Leader and Larut MP Datuk Seri Hamzah Zainudin is seen during the Third Meeting of the Fifth Session of the 15th Parliament at the Parliament building in Kuala Lumpur on October 12, 2026. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 18 h ago

Opposition leader challenges Putrajaya to revive GST, end ‘uncertainty’

Batik Air has cancelled its scheduled flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) to Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, today as a precautionary measure amid the ongoing conflict. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 17 h ago

Batik Air: Flight OD701 from KLIA to Jeddah called off as precautionary measure

On May 7, 2021, 1MDB filed a US$1.83 billion suit against seven defendants, alleging breach of contract, negligence and criminal conspiracy in the misappropriation of its funds. 1MDB named Deutsche Bank (Malaysia) Berhad, Coutts & Co, JP Morgan (Switzerland), Petrosaudi International, Petrosaudi Holdings (Cayman), Tarik Obaid and Patrick Mahony as the first to seventh defendants. — AFP pic

Malaysia / 16 h ago

1MDB in talks to settle lawsuit with Deutsche Bank

Malaysia

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Is Malaysia’s fiscal health on the mend? BMI says yes in post-Budget forecast

Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan holds the 2027 Federal Expenditure Estimates book following the presentation of Budget 2027 by Prime Minister and Finance Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim in the Dewan Rakyat, Parliament building, Kuala Lumpur on October 9, 2026. — Bernama pic

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 13 — BMI has maintained its forecast for Malaysia’s fiscal deficit to narrow to 3.4 per cent of gross domestic product (GDP) in 2027 from an estimated 3.6 per cent in 2026.The Fitch Solutions unit said it expects the government to attain its 2027 revenue target of...

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The Fire and Rescue Department of Malaysia emblem is displayed on a fire engine in Kuala Lumpur on June 26, 2025. — Picture by Raymond Manuel

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Man feared drowned after being swept away in Kajang’s Sungai Chuah

The Menara Taming Sari in Melaka is shrouded by haze on October 8, 2026. — Bernama pic

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Malaysia aims to slap ‘disaster’ status on transboundary haze at Asean meet

Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad speaks with host Ally Iskandar during the 'Ruang Bicara' program at Wisma Bernama in Kuala Lumpur on October 12, 2026. — Bernama pic

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MOH will push for absorbing contract dental and pharmacy officers, says Dzulkefly

Stray dogs are seen in Ipoh, Perak on June 15, 2022. — Picture by Farhan Najib

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Pack of eight stray dogs attacks child at Johor playground; Iskandar Puteri council launches raid

Deputy National Unity Minister Yuneswaran Ramaraj answers questions from the media at Wisma Bernama in Kuala Lumpur on October 12, 2026. — Bernama pic

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Deputy minister warns ‘influencers’ against exploiting religious rituals for content

Treasury Secretary-General Tan Sri Johan Mahmood Merican speaks during the 'Post Budget 2027' forum at Lanai Kijang in Kuala Lumpur on October 12, 2026. — Picture by Yusof Isa

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Higher minimum wage not a silver bullet, but crucial for income growth, says Johan Merican

A new law could give shoppers greater clarity over a marketplace’s responsibilities when a seller offers misleading products, fails to fulfil an order or engages in questionable practices. — AFP pic

3 h ago

Malaysia is getting a new e-commerce law, what could change for online shoppers?

In an advisory on Monday, the airline said the extended cancellations involved six daily services: FY3122 and FY3123, FY3124 and FY3125, FY3126 and FY3127, FY3128 and FY3129, FY3130 and FY3131, as well as FY3132 and FY3133. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin

14 h ago

Firefly cancels Subang-Singapore flights until October 14 as haze persists

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said the 51st National Physical Planning Council (MPFN) meeting reviewed various matters related to national physical development, including land-use planning and State Structure Plans, in line with the Town and Country Planning Act 1976 (Act 172). — Bernama pic

14 h ago

Federal-state cooperation key to inclusive, sustainable development, says Anwar

Kedah police chief Datuk Adzli Abu Shah said police received information about the discovery of the body at 8.05am on October 8, while a post-mortem found that the victim had died from blunt force trauma to the head. — Bernama pic

14 h ago

Kedah police: Motorcycle theft allegation believed to have led to teen’s torture death

Treasury secretary-general Tan Sri Johan Mahmood Merican said the amended Audit Act gives the Auditor-General greater scope to trace funds across government agencies and examine how the money is used. — Picture by Yusof Isa

14 h ago

Finance Ministry to strengthen oversight of public funds through amended Audit Act, new procurement law

Speaking at a panel discussion titled ‘Post-Budget 2027 Debate’ organised by the Malaysian Economic Association in Kuala Lumpur, October 12, 2026, Treasury secretary-general Tan Sri Johan Mahmood Merican said fiscal consolidation remained a key government priority, particularly in maintaining investor confidence. — Picture by Yusof Isa

14 h ago

Malaysia targets 3.3pc fiscal deficit in 2027, 3pc by 2028, says Treasury sec-gen

File picture of stray dogs for illustration only. A seven-year-old boy suffered serious injuries after he was attacked by eight stray dogs while playing at a playground at a housing complex in Lima Kedai in Johor today. — File picture by Farhan Najib

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Seven-year-old seriously injured in Johor stray dog attack, teen escapes unhurt in earlier incident at same location

An aerial view of the Kinabatangan River in Sabah on August 26, 2026, is shown for illustration purposes. The government aims to improve the Water Quality Index of 33 rivers identified as polluted in 2025 by at least 10 per cent within a year, with recognition for state governments that meet the target. — AFP pic

15 h ago

Govt aims to improve water quality in 33 polluted rivers in Malaysia by 10pc, says DPM Fadillah

In the Budget 2027 tax measures document, the Ministry of Finance (MoF) said the expansion would also cover the costs of adopting a rescued pet from a registered animal shelter. — Unsplash pic

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Budget 2027: Pet vaccination, sterilisation eligible for tax relief

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