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Merlimau candidates Barisan Nasional’s Datuk Dr Muhamad Akmal Saleh (right) and Pakatan Harapan’s Rahayu Hamzah (left) pose for a picture after nominations closed on October 31, 2026. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 18 h ago

Amanah vs Umno in Merlimau: Rahayu knows Dr Akmal is big on social media, so she’s counting on voters at the grassroots

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said the government will not become poor or go bankrupt by helping the less fortunate, as the real threats to the country’s economy are misconduct among leaders, corruption and financial leakages. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 15 h ago

RM16b in SARA, STR aid for Malaysians as helping the poor won’t bankrupt the govt, says Anwar

For illustration only. Federal and Selangor state authorities urged food operators to check the source of their chicken supplies after a raid on a Puchong premises suspected of processing chicken without valid halal certification. — Picture by Raymond Manuel

Malaysia / 17 h ago

Puchong chicken supplier shut for two weeks after halal breach discovery, restaurants told to stop buying from it

For illustration only. The chicken from the Puchong warehouse was distributed to eateries, grocery stores and supermarkets across the area without adhering to Syariah-compliant slaughtering methods and halal certification. — Pexels pic

Malaysia / 18 h ago

Three or four checks, then one big raid: How a Puchong chicken warehouse that flouted halal rules ran for 20 years

Bella and Syed Saddiq arrived at Padang Merdeka at about 1 pm. – Bernama pic

Life / 18 h ago

Bella, Syed Saddiq arrive at Padang Merdeka as Kenduri Rakyat crowd swells past 20,000

A Muar Municipal Council enforcement officer lies on the ground following an alleged altercation during a dog-catching operation in Taman Bintang Emas, Bukit Pasir, Muar on October 31, 2026. — Social media pic

Malaysia / 2 h ago

Mother, daughter arrested after stray dog operation scuffle injures Muar council officer

Police detained 18 Taiwanese nationals suspected of involvement in an online scam syndicate impersonating Hong Kong police after raids on two luxury apartment units in Kuala Lumpur on Thursday. — Picture by Raymond Manuel

Malaysia / 15 h ago

KL police arrest 18 Taiwanese for posing as Hong Kong police in online scam

Police have detained 16 foreign nationals after raiding a hotel penthouse on Jalan Ampang where a ‘mini casino’ was operating. — Picture courtesy of police

Malaysia / 19 h ago

Police arrest 16 foreigners in raid on Jalan Ampang hotel penthouse ‘mini casino’

Housing and Local Government Minister Nga Kor Ming said stronger international cooperation is needed to address the global housing crisis, with approximately 3.4 billion people worldwide experiencing some form of inadequate housing. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 15 h ago

Nga Kor Ming urges global cooperation on housing crisis, cites 3.4 billion affected

A tour bus is trapped under a low-clearance overpass at Taman Bagan in Butterworth, Penang, on Oct 31, 2026. — Social media pic

Malaysia / 1 h ago

Driver blames Waze after tour bus wedges under bridge with 30 aboard in Butterworth

Mud prawn hunter Mohd Azuan Mahadi, 31, (right) and his friend Shahrul Izwan Mat Ghani, 39, show the mud prawns caught in the mangrove swamp near Mohd Azuan’s home in Kampung Limbongan, Jertih October 31, 2026. — Bernama pic

Life / 3 h ago

From swamp to social media: Online posts turn mud prawn catches into income for young Terengganu man

Economy Minister Akmal Nasrullah Mohd Nasir said the government is considering Perak as the venue for the launch of the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone master plan, which could coincide with the two countries’ Annual Leaders’ Retreat scheduled to be held in the state on December 4. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 14 h ago

Anwar, Lawrence Wong to witness JS-SEZ master plan launch; Perak venue under review, says Akmal Nasrullah

Manjung district police chief Assistant Commissioner Hasbullah Abd Rahman said the arrests were made following information and intelligence gathered after a report on the theft of a Toyota Hilux in Taman Mas 2, Sitiawan, on Oct 26. — Picture by Ahmad Zamzahuri

Malaysia / 19 h ago

Stolen Hilux leads cops to syndicate behind eight 4x4 thefts in Perak and KL

Communications Minister Datuk Seri Fahmi Fadzil has expressed his condolences to the family of Mata Ayer State Assemblyman Wan Badariah Wan Saad, who passed away today. — Picture via Facebook/Fahmi Fadzil

Malaysia / 14 h ago

Fahmi offers condolences to family of Mata Ayer state assemblyman Wan Badariah

Umno Youth Chief Datuk Dr Muhammad Akmal Saleh is defending the Merlimau seat for Barisan Nasional (BN) in a straight fight against Pakatan Harapan’s Rahayu Hamzah of Amanah. — Picture by Yusof Isa

Malaysia / 19 h ago

Brothers on opposite sides: Akmal Salleh's sibling stands for Bersama in Melaka polls

Malaysia

4 m ago

Perak Domestic Trade Ministry receives 25 complaints over suspected RON95 contamination, water in tanks suspected

The Perak branch of the Ministry of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living received 25 complaints last month over suspected RON95 petrol contamination, believed to have been caused by water in fuel storage tanks. — Picture by Choo Choy May

IPOH, Nov 1 — The Perak branch of the Ministry of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living (KPDN) received 25 complaints last month over suspected RON95 petrol contamination, believed to have been caused by water in fuel storage tanks.Its director, Datuk Kamalludin Ismail, said the complaints came from five districts,...

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A still shows a delivery rider astride his motorcycle in a lift at PA Seri Selangor on Oct 17, 2026.

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DBKL urges responsible lift use after viral clip shows motorcycle inside PPR elevator (VIDEO)

Newly appointed Chinese Ambassador to Malaysia Yao Wen (centre) upon arrival at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) on October 31, 2026 to begin his duties as China's ambassador to Malaysia, succeeding Ouyang Yujing. — Bernama pic

41 m ago

New Chinese ambassador Yao Wen outlines four key priorities to deepen Malaysia-China ties

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has appointed four individuals, including former Attorney General Tan Sri Idrus Harun (pic), as members of the Judicial Appointments Commission for a two-year term, effective today. — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa

50 m ago

Former AG Idrus Harun among four appointed as members of Judicial Appointments Commission

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said the initiative to provide dialysis facilities at selected mosques in Kelantan would improve access to treatment, particularly for rural kidney patients who have to travel long distances to receive dialysis. — Bernama pic

59 m ago

PM: RM2.5m to provide dialysis facilities at selected Kelantan mosques, plus RM645,000 for water, solar projects

Datuk Seri Azalina Othman Said reminded candidates to comply with election laws and regulations set by the Election Commission, respect differing views and avoid provocations involving sensitivities related to religion, race and the royal institution. — Bernama pic

1 h ago

Avoid 3R provocations, campaign fairly, maturely and with dignity, Azalina tells Melaka poll candidates

Melaka deserves trustworthy, hardworking leaders with integrity who are committed to the well-being of its people, said Pakatan Harapan chairman Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. — Bernama pic

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Melaka deserves trustworthy, hardworking leaders with integrity, says Anwar

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has prayed for the recovery of the Sultan of Selangor, Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah, who is unwell after contracting Influenza A. — Bernama pic

1 h ago

Anwar prays for Sultan Sharafuddin’s speedy recovery from Influenza A

A tour bus is trapped under a low-clearance overpass at Taman Bagan in Butterworth, Penang, on Oct 31, 2026. — Social media pic

1 h ago

Driver blames Waze after tour bus wedges under bridge with 30 aboard in Butterworth

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim delivers a speech at the Sebarkan Salam@Kota Bharu Berselawat programme at the grounds of Masjid Muhammadi in Kota Bharu October 31, 2026. — Bernama pic

1 h ago

Anwar: Islamic education in Kelantan gets continued support with RM9.36m for 23 schools, plus RM6.6m more

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said the government is committed to creating opportunities for students of pondok (traditional Islamic religious schools) to pursue higher education up to university level. — Bernama pic

1 h ago

Govt committed to opening university pathways for ‘pondok’ students, says PM

The Sultan of Selangor, Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah, has contracted Influenza A and has been advised to rest for five to seven days to ensure a full recovery. — Bernama pic

2 h ago

Palace: Selangor Sultan contracts Influenza A, investiture ceremony postponed

A Muar Municipal Council enforcement officer lies on the ground following an alleged altercation during a dog-catching operation in Taman Bintang Emas, Bukit Pasir, Muar on October 31, 2026. — Social media pic

2 h ago

Mother, daughter arrested after stray dog operation scuffle injures Muar council officer

The number of flood victims in the Kerian district has decreased, with 18 individuals from seven families remaining at a relief centre (PPS), down from 25 individuals from nine families yesterday. — Bernama pic

2 h ago

Kerian flood evacuees fall to 18 as situation improves

Throwing unused medicines into household rubbish bins remains a common disposal practice in Malaysia, despite the potential environmental risks. — Picture by Choo Choy May

3 h ago

Flushed, binned, forgotten: How unwanted medicines are putting Malaysia’s waterways at risk (VIDEO)

Communications Minister Datuk Seri Fahmi Fadzil has expressed his condolences to the family of Mata Ayer State Assemblyman Wan Badariah Wan Saad, who passed away today. — Picture via Facebook/Fahmi Fadzil

14 h ago

Fahmi offers condolences to family of Mata Ayer state assemblyman Wan Badariah

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