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MCMC is suing Sunway Lagoon for RM1.85 million over alleged mass food poisoning at a family day event in 2025. — Unsplash pic

Malaysia / 17 h ago

Food poisoning row heads to court as MCMC seeks RM1.85m from Sunway Lagoon

Former Bukit Aman Commercial Crime Investigation Department director Datuk Seri Amar Singh is pictured at the Kuala Lumpur High Court Complex on April 14, 2026. — Picture by Yusof Isa

Malaysia / 15 h ago

Police raided Pavilion Residence unit after CCTV showed govt vehicles moving boxes, bags, High Court told

Malaysian child athletes during a ‘sepak takraw’ practice game at the launch of the Malaysia Sepak Takraw Academy, initiated by Hannah Yeoh during her tenure as youth and sports minister from 2022–2025. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin

Malaysia / 14 h ago

PM commends DAP’s Hannah Yeoh for elevating sepak takraw, calls it sign of mature society

A nine-second viral video sparked public outrage after showing an express bus driver with a woman on his lap while driving on the North-South Expressway on April 12, 2026. — Screengrab from social media

Malaysia / 18 h ago

Passenger who shot viral video of lap-sitting on moving bus says he acted to prevent danger

Tun Dr Mahathir described what led to his hospitalisation at Institut Jantung Negara. — Instagram screenshot

Malaysia / 10 h ago

Dr Mahathir in his own words, on his fall: ‘I just lost control of my legs’ (VIDEO)

Investigators lifting sealed boxes believed to contain luxury designer bag, linked to the 1Malaysia Development Berhad financial scandal, onto a Black Maria outside Pavilion Residences in Kuala Lumpur May 18, 2018. — File picture by Hari Anggara

Malaysia / 14 h ago

In Global Royalty vs Rosmah civil suit, bags found in investigation described as stuffed with jewellery and ‘cash spilt out onto the floor’

Jasin police are looking for the man who drove an express bus on the North-South Highway and the woman on his lap. — File picture by Farhan Najib

Malaysia / 18 h ago

Sacked bus driver and partner now wanted by police over viral lap-sitting stunt on Jasin highway

Some of the 14 juvenile boys, aged 12 to 17, arrive at the Johor Bahru court complex to face rioting charges outside their school at the Magistrate's Court on April 14, 2026. — Picture by Ben Tan

Malaysia / 13 h ago

Skudai school fight: Teens and guardians face charges for rioting outside SMK Taman Selesa Jaya

The review has been fixed for next week and is being carried out under Section 323 of the Criminal Procedure Code. — Reuters pic

Malaysia / 17 h ago

High Court orders review of fines for 34 men in Cheras weapons riot case

The My50 travel pass allows unlimited travel on rail and bus services in Kuala Lumpur and Selangor for RM50 a month. — Picture by Raymond Manuel

Malaysia / 16 h ago

My50 stays: Govt keeps subsidised transport passes for Klang Valley commuters

Deputy Chief Minister Datuk Seri Dr Joachim Gunsalam said that over the two-day “open house” celebration, only traditional drinks will be served to visitors. — Facebook pic

Malaysia / 11 h ago

Only ‘traditional’ drinks, not beer, allowed at Kaamatan cultural houses

Lee Zii Jia’s coach Liew Daren said the situation would allow his charge to regain his rhythm ahead of the match against Japan, which will be Malaysia’s final Group B tie. — Bernama pic

Sports / 16 h ago

Thomas Cup: Lee Zii Jia’s comeback aided by lighter opening schedule, says coach

Life / 15 h ago

Gundam Base Malaysia opens permanent flagship store at KL’s Fahrenheit88

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said his government’s priority is to ensure the security of supply of essential goods for the people, following the sharp increase in oil prices and global supply chain disruptions, even though incur additional spending. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin

Malaysia / 12 h ago

Govt raises paddy aid, diesel cash support as fuel crisis bites; payouts April 21

The government is rolling out rail discounts by providing ERL monthly passes to ease rising fuel costs in April 2026. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 16 h ago

Putrajaya pushes rail relief plan with discounted KTMB fares and monthly passes

Malaysia

8 h ago

Malaysia’s social media age limit: Why experts say parental monitoring must go beyond filters

A 14-year-old boy poses at his home near Gosford as he looks at social media on his mobile phone on October 24, 2025. — AFP pic

KUALA LUMPUR, April 14 — Malaysia’s plans to delay social media access for those under 16 in the second half of this year are a constructive foundation to ensure kids’ internet safety, and the move flourishes when paired with active parenting.An expert believes that while managing children’s digital access through...

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Defence Minister Datuk Seri Mohamed Khaled Nordin said the development would be carried out using local expertise, foreign technology and cooperation with friendly nations. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 9 h ago

Malaysia’s own combat drone in works, says defence minister

Economy Minister Akmal Nasrullah Mohd Nasir said that to avoid excessive dependence on imported fossil fuels and external markets, economic restructuring through a transition to renewable energy must be accelerated. — Reuters pic

Malaysia / 9 h ago

Economy minister: Biodiesel blend rate to be increased from B10 to B15

Tun Dr Mahathir described what led to his hospitalisation at Institut Jantung Negara. — Instagram screenshot

Malaysia / 10 h ago

Dr Mahathir in his own words, on his fall: ‘I just lost control of my legs’ (VIDEO)

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Deputy Chief Minister Datuk Seri Dr Joachim Gunsalam said that over the two-day “open house” celebration, only traditional drinks will be served to visitors. — Facebook pic

11 h ago

Only ‘traditional’ drinks, not beer, allowed at Kaamatan cultural houses

A screen capture shows L’Ecuyère et les clowns, during its listing on the Sotheby’s auction site.

11 h ago

MACC recovers Picasso, Miró artworks worth over RM780,000 in 1MDB probe

Jafry (third from left) with the campaign poster of the Stop Eating Turtle Eggs campaign. — Picture courtesy of the State Tourism, Culture and Environment ministry

11 h ago

‘Avoid sickness, avoid jail’: Sabah set to change minds on turtle egg consumption

The Marine Police arrested five local men in the first raid in an unaddressed lot which was at the time transferring engine oil from a tanker to several skid tanks and intermediate bulk container (IBC) tanks. — Picture by Choo Choy May

12 h ago

Marine police bust illegal engine oil syndicate, confiscate RM182,000 litres of fuel

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said his government’s priority is to ensure the security of supply of essential goods for the people, following the sharp increase in oil prices and global supply chain disruptions, even though incur additional spending. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin

12 h ago

Govt raises paddy aid, diesel cash support as fuel crisis bites; payouts April 21

13 h ago

Hydroshoppe, director seek to transfer bribery case to High Court

Some of the 14 juvenile boys, aged 12 to 17, arrive at the Johor Bahru court complex to face rioting charges outside their school at the Magistrate's Court on April 14, 2026. — Picture by Ben Tan

13 h ago

Skudai school fight: Teens and guardians face charges for rioting outside SMK Taman Selesa Jaya

Investigators lifting sealed boxes believed to contain luxury designer bag, linked to the 1Malaysia Development Berhad financial scandal, onto a Black Maria outside Pavilion Residences in Kuala Lumpur May 18, 2018. — File picture by Hari Anggara

14 h ago

In Global Royalty vs Rosmah civil suit, bags found in investigation described as stuffed with jewellery and ‘cash spilt out onto the floor’

Tengku Zafrul, who is the Malaysian Investment Development Authority (Mida) chairman, said energy security has become a key consideration for investors, particularly in light of ongoing geopolitical tensions. — Picture by Firdaus Latif

14 h ago

Tengku Zafrul: Malaysia must double down on energy security amid global uncertainties

The government is offering RM50 flight rebates for travellers and extending the payment terms to support the Malaysian aviation sector struggling with the economic fallout from the US-Israel war on Iran and its neighbours in the Middle East. — Picture by Raymond Manuel

14 h ago

Putrajaya steps in with festive rebates for travellers, financial relief for airlines amid strain from Middle East conflict

Expect rain in the afternoon until 4pm in KL, Putrajaya and most of Malaysia. — Picture by Firdaus Latif.

14 h ago

Pack your umbrella: Heavy rain, storms expected in KL, Putrajaya and 10 other states until 4pm

Malaysian child athletes during a ‘sepak takraw’ practice game at the launch of the Malaysia Sepak Takraw Academy, initiated by Hannah Yeoh during her tenure as youth and sports minister from 2022–2025. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin

14 h ago

PM commends DAP’s Hannah Yeoh for elevating sepak takraw, calls it sign of mature society

Kuala Terengganu police chief Azli Mohd Noor said police received a report at 3.46pm from a medical officer at Bukit Payong Health Clinic, who had informed authorities that a child patient was brought in unconscious with multiple injuries to his limbs. — Picture by Raymond Manuel

15 h ago

After death of three-year-old boy, three foster family members arrested, investigated for alleged abuse

Three buildings at the Sekolah Menengah Ugama (A) Darul Ulum Muhammadiah in Kolam, Pak Badol, Kelantan were damaged by fire on April 12, 2026 with no injuries reported. —- Picture from Facebook/Bernama

15 h ago

Student safety top priority: Anwar orders swift action after fire destroys three school blocks in Kelantan

Former Bukit Aman Commercial Crime Investigation Department director Datuk Seri Amar Singh is pictured at the Kuala Lumpur High Court Complex on April 14, 2026. — Picture by Yusof Isa

15 h ago

Police raided Pavilion Residence unit after CCTV showed govt vehicles moving boxes, bags, High Court told

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