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Rain clouds are seen over the city centre in Kuala Lumpur, on Dec 8, 2024. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 19 h ago

MetMalaysia warns of heavy rain and strong winds across KL, Selangor, five other states

Heavy traffic is seen at the Gombak Toll Plaza heading towards the East Coast in conjunction with Hari Raya Aidilfitri celebrations on April 6, 2024. — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa

Malaysia / 18 h ago

Anwar announces 50pc toll discount for Hari Raya, says will cost Putrajaya RM21m

At 6pm, the local currency strengthened to 3.9155/9200 against the greenback from yesterday’s close of 3.9260 /9310. — Picture By Choo Choy May

Money / 15 h ago

Ringgit trades higher against most Asean currencies following positive shipping news

An excavator driver refuelling the vehicle with diesel in Khantan, Perak on June 10, 2024. — Picture by Farhan Najib

Malaysia / 19 h ago

MOF disburses extra RM100 to cushion impact of 80 sen diesel price spike amid Iran crisis

Nalinee Kothandabani, 41, pled guilty on March 17, 2026 to a charge of intentionally causing hurt to Rani Arumugam,45, by punching her at a fast food outlet in Serdang Raya, Selangor, on December 8, 2025 and was fined RM2,000. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 16 h ago

For punching disabled fast food worker in Serdang Raya, IT engineer gets RM2,000 fine

Tehran has not confirmed security chief Ali Larijani’s death, nor did the post address the claim. — AFP pic

World / 15 h ago

Amid escalating Middle East tensions, a poignant note from Iran’s alleged fallen leader

Rescuers are seen around a damaged Perodua Myvi that was involved in an accident with a BMW in Bandar Baru Tanah Merah on March 18, 2026. — Bomba pic

Malaysia / 1 h ago

Six-person Myvi hit by BMW in fatal Kelantan crash, two dead

A projectile approaches what U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) says is an Iranian naval vessel during strikes near the Strait of Hormuz on March 10, 2026, in this screen grab from a video released by CENTCOM. — Reuters pic

Malaysia / 18 h ago

Why can’t Malaysia escape global fuel prices despite being oil producer? MoF explains

Larut MP Datuk Seri Hamzah Zainuddin denies allegations of secret meetings with Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim after the former’s expulsion from Bernama. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin

Malaysia / 13 h ago

‘Why would I meet Anwar? In Parliament, is that wrong?’ Hamzah hits back at claims of secret meetings

The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) has sanctioned the Football Association of Malaysia (FAM) for fielding ineligible players during Asian Cup 2027 qualifying matches, resulting in forfeits and a fine. — Picture by Raymond Manuel

Sports / 18 h ago

Malaysia hit with two Asian Cup qualifier forfeits, fined US$50,000 by AFC over ineligible players

Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil speaks during the ministry’s weekly press conference at the Communications Ministry in Putrajaya, March 4, 2026.

Malaysia / 17 h ago

Fahmi: Decision on WFH for civil servants expected after Hari Raya, won’t affect frontline services

Transport Minister Anthony Loke (standing, centre) distributes Raya 2026 gift packs to KTMB passengers at KL Sentral on March 17, 2026. KTMB is providing 196 extra ETS trips and 10 new trains get Malaysians home faster for Raya this year. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 15 h ago

Ticket to ride: KTMB goes near 24-hour to meet Aidilfitri travel rush

The board of Malaysian telco, U Mobile, underwent a reshuffle with the appointment of Tunku Tun Aminah Sultan Ibrahim as its new chairman as the investment company she co-founded with Tan Sri Vincent Tan, Mawar Setia Sdn Bhd, increases its equity stake to above 50 per cent. — Picture by Firdaus Latif

Money / 14 h ago

Tunku Aminah is new U Mobile chairman, Vincent Tan moves to adviser as Mawar Setia stake rises above 50pc

Ipoh Barat MP M. Kulasegaran attends a press conference in Buntong, Perak on March 5, 2021. — Picture by Farhan Najib

Malaysia / 17 h ago

Kulasegaran defends ‘brief’ appearance with activist Arun Dorasamy after drawing flak

WCE is expecting a surge in traffic, from 160,000 vehicles a day to over 200,000 during Raya this March 2026. — File picture by Farhan Najib

Malaysia / 15 h ago

Download the app first: West Coast Expressway braces for Raya rush from March 20–29, but some sections yet to open

Malaysia

11 m ago

Nightmare in Kampung Segaliud: Father helpless as crocodile drags son away in Kinabatangan, search ongoing

Crocodile experts at Danau Girang Field Centre said that despite increased sightings in urban areas, the attacks occur in rivers in rural areas not at sea, often when people swim, fish or wash at the same spots repeatedly. — Photo composite courtesy of Danau Girang Field Centre/Erna Mahyuni

KINABATANGAN, March 18 — A father watched in horror as his son was attacked and dragged away by a crocodile in the river in Kampung Segaliud here, last night.Kinabatangan Fire and Rescue Station chief Hairi Otuh said Mohd Rayyan Abdullah, 28, was attacked while casting a net for prawns in...

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An undated photograph shows an Automated Awareness Safety System (AWAS) camera. — SoyaCincau

Malaysia / 17 m ago

Works Ministry’s Raya Gift: A complete AwAS camera cheat sheet (for responsible driving)

Sunsets and beaches are popular tourism attractions in Sabah. — Picture by Julia Chan

Malaysia / 23 m ago

Higher jet fuel prices from Gulf conflict could hurt Sabah tourism comeback, industry leader warns

Datuk Sharifah Hasidah Sayeed Aman Ghazali (centre), deputy minister in the Sarawak Premier’s Department (Law, MA63 and State-Federal Relations) speaks to reporters. — Picture courtesy of the Unit Komunikasi Awam Sarawak via The Borneo Post

Malaysia / 44 m ago

As Petronas heads to Federal Court, state deputy minister says Sarawak ready to file own petition to protect Petros

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Lim Guan Eng speaks at the 18th DAP National Congress at the Ideal Convention Centre (IDCC) in Shah Alam on March 16, 2025. — Picture by Firdaus Latif

54 m ago

Lim Guan Eng moots tax moratorium, interest-free loans to help MSMEs in ‘crisis of survival’

An undated illustrative image shows detainees in handcuffs. — Picture by Raymond Manuel

1 h ago

Man arrested for suspected rape of 14-year-old after ‘khalwat’ raid in Muar

Deputy Works Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Maslan (center) mingles with guests during a break-of-fast ceremony, souvenir presentation, and food basket aid distribution in Parit Bilal, Batu Pahat on March 13, 2026. — Bernama pic

1 h ago

Ahmad Maslan: Umno welcomes back former members while other parties expel theirs

A Penang Port ferry is seen near George Town on Sept 7, 2023. — Bernama pic

1 h ago

‘Balik kampung’ in Penang? Don’t miss out on free ferry rides this Aidilfitri

Various kuih are sold at a stall in Taman Klebang Restu, Ipoh on March 24, 2023. — Bernama pic

1 h ago

Raya scam alert: How Perak ‘kuih’ sellers lost RM300,000 to fake food orders

A board displays gas prices amid the ongoing conflict between the United States, Israel, and Iran in Washington D.C. on March 15, 2026. — Reuters pic

1 h ago

J-KOM tells Malaysians to brace for economic impact as US-Iran war rages on

Rescuers are seen around a damaged Perodua Myvi that was involved in an accident with a BMW in Bandar Baru Tanah Merah on March 18, 2026. — Bomba pic

1 h ago

Six-person Myvi hit by BMW in fatal Kelantan crash, two dead

Digital platforms may play a role in spreading extremist propaganda, but the factors that make youths vulnerable to extremist messaging often started long before they even came across on-screen content. — Pexels pic

3 h ago

Why Malaysian youths can be vulnerable to extremist recruitment and how radicalisation takes root

Larut MP Datuk Seri Hamzah Zainuddin denies allegations of secret meetings with Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim after the former’s expulsion from Bernama. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin

13 h ago

‘Why would I meet Anwar? In Parliament, is that wrong?’ Hamzah hits back at claims of secret meetings

Political Secretary to the Prime Minister Chan Ming Kai (right) hands out ‘iftar’ packs to staff at the Melaka Contingent Police Headquarters on March 17, 2026 in recognition of their frontline service during Ramadan. — Bernama pic

14 h ago

PMO sends RM300,000 Ramadan gifts to 650 frontline service officers

LLM director-general Mohd Hadzmir Yusoff said all concessionaires have been instructed to ensure there are no lane closures, except for emergencies starting March 18 until March 30, 2026 to ensure smooth road trips for the Raya festive season. — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa

15 h ago

Raya road trip countdown: 3.5 million vehicles set to roll, smart lanes and discounts ready from March 18

A Permatang Pauh constituent receives a fresh chicken from the prime minister’s special officer at a mosque in Bukit Mertajam, Penang for Raya. — Bernama file pic

14 h ago

Poultry in motion: PM Anwar contributes 14,000 chickens for Raya, reaches 29 mosques in Permatang Pauh

Transport Minister Anthony Loke (standing, centre) distributes Raya 2026 gift packs to KTMB passengers at KL Sentral on March 17, 2026. KTMB is providing 196 extra ETS trips and 10 new trains get Malaysians home faster for Raya this year. — Bernama pic

15 h ago

Ticket to ride: KTMB goes near 24-hour to meet Aidilfitri travel rush

Johor Regent Tunku Mahkota Johor (right) owns 16.6 hectares of land in Holland Road and is planning to develop low-density residential properties there following a June 2025 land swap with the Singapore government. — Picture from Facebook/HRH Crown Prince of Johor

15 h ago

Johor Regent eyes residential project near Singapore Botanic Gardens

Activist Tamim Dahri Abdul Razak is believed to be in Riyadh on the day he was supposed to attend court in Langkawi to be charged with sacrilege; the magistrate has set May 17, 2026 as the new date for his case. — Reuters pic

16 h ago

Out of the country, out of court: No-show Tamim Dahri delays sacrilege charge to May 17, whereabouts unconfirmed

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