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

Malaysia / 15 h ago

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

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 / 16 h ago

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

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 / 19 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’

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 / 18 h ago

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

Online scams have transformed from individual acts into structured operations. — Picture by Firdaus Latif

Malaysia / 3 h ago

Scams in the digital age: How hackers and AI are reshaping online fraud in Malaysia

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 / 17 h ago

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

An illustration shows a picture of US President Donald Trump and an AI-generated picture he posted on his Truth Social platform depicting himself as Jesus Christ on April 13, 2026. — AFP pic

World / 3 h ago

Pope vs Dr Not Jesus: Why the US religious right is turning against Trump

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

Malaysia / 16 h ago

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

China warned Tuesday it would retaliate if US President Donald Trump follows through on his threat to impose new tariffs, after reports alleging Beijing has supplied or plans to supply weapons to Iran. — Reuters file pic

World / 18 h ago

China vows ‘countermeasures’ if Trump tariff threat is imposed

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

Malaysia / 19 h ago

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

An illustration shows a map of the Strait of Hormuz and 3D printed oil barrels on March 26, 2026. — Reuters pic

Money / 3 h ago

Who’s blockading whom? How the US lockdown of Iranian oil affects global markets

Cargo ships in the Gulf near the Strait of Hormuz are seen from northern Ras al-Khaimah in the United Arab Emirates on March 11, 2026. — Reuters pic

Money / 16 h ago

IEA sees global oil demand falling for first time since Covid, warns of ‘demand destruction’

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 / 14 h ago

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

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

Malaysia / 19 h ago

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

An information panel shows cancelled flights during a strike by the Cockpit pilots union at Frankfurt Airport on April 13, 2026. — Reuters pic

Money / 14 h ago

Running on fumes: Airlines warn of groundings as jet fuel becomes the new gold

Money

1 h ago

Ringgit opens higher at 3.94 against US dollar on hopes of US-Iran talks

At 8 am, the local currency strengthened to 3.9430/9510 against the greenback, from 3.9500/9545 at yesterday’s close. — Reuters pic

KUALA LUMPUR, April 15 — The ringgit opened higher today, climbing to the 3.94 level against the US dollar, supported by improved sentiment on expectations of diplomatic progress following reports of a possible second-round US-Iran talks.At 8 am, the local currency strengthened to 3.9430/9510 against the greenback, from 3.9500/9545 at Tuesday’s...

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An illustration shows a map of the Strait of Hormuz and 3D printed oil barrels on March 26, 2026. — Reuters pic

Money / 3 h ago

Who’s blockading whom? How the US lockdown of Iranian oil affects global markets

An information panel shows cancelled flights during a strike by the Cockpit pilots union at Frankfurt Airport on April 13, 2026. — Reuters pic

Money / 14 h ago

Running on fumes: Airlines warn of groundings as jet fuel becomes the new gold

Cargo ships in the Gulf near the Strait of Hormuz are seen from northern Ras al-Khaimah in the United Arab Emirates on March 11, 2026. — Reuters pic

Money / 16 h ago

IEA sees global oil demand falling for first time since Covid, warns of ‘demand destruction’

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16 h ago

KLCI market wrap: Bursa Malaysia futures gain momentum as volume rises

Fuel prices are displayed on a sign at a gas station in Miami, Florida on April 13, 2026. — AFP pic

17 h ago

US blockade against Iran triggers global energy shock fears; China denounces ‘dangerous’ move

A container ship (top centre) sails past oil tankers anchored along Singapore straits in Singapore on April 14, 2026. Manila said Tuesday it was seeking US permission to buy more Russian crude, as the import-dependent Philippines scrambles to shore up scant fuel supplies amid a blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. — AFP pic

18 h ago

Philippines seeks US nod to expand Russian oil imports as shortages bite

At 12.30pm, the FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI (FBM KLCI) rose 11.67 points, or 0.69 per cent, to 1,692.19 from Monday’s close of 1,680.52. The benchmark index opened 10.44 points higher at 1,690.96 and traded between 1,686.06 and 1,692.81 during the morning session. — Picture by Ahmad Zamzahuri

20 h ago

Bursa Malaysia extends gains at midday amid regional rally, cautious sentiment

Patrick Pouyanne, CEO of TotalEnergies SE speaks during the Semafor World Economy Conference in Washington, DC, on April 13, 2026. — AFP pic

20 h ago

Hormuz must stay open even with tolls, says TotalEnergies CEO as supply risks loom

An exterior view of China Evergrande Centre is seen in Hong Kong on March 26, 2018. — Reuters pic

22 h ago

China Evergrande founder Hui Ka Yan pleads guilty to illegal fundraising in landmark fraud trial

People walk past an electronic quotation board displaying the Nikkei Stock Average on the Tokyo Stock Exchange along a street in Tokyo on April 14, 2026. Stocks rose and oil fell Tuesday on hopes for a deal to end the Middle East war and reopen the Strait of Hormuz, with Donald Trump saying Tehran had called to seek an agreement even as a US naval blockade around Iran’s ports began. — AFP pic

23 h ago

Asian stocks rally, crude drops on lingering hope for peace deal

The local bourse noted that it had the right to suspend trading of the company’s listed securities and to delist it if it fails to submit its regularisation plan to the relevant regulatory authorities on or before the deadline. — Picture by Hari Anggara

1d ago

Bursa to suspend trading of Sentoria shares on April 21 after winding-up orders

Employees stand near a dedusting installation at the Tata Steel plant, as Tata Steel presents two installations, which they expect will ensure fewer emissions, in IJmuiden, Netherlands, January 25, 2024. EU lawmakers and countries agreed to double tariffs on foreign steel on Monday, to shield the bloc’s struggling industry from a flood of cheap Chinese exports. — Reuters pic

1d ago

EU doubles steel tariffs to 50pc to curb flood of Chinese exports, protect industry

1d ago

Venezuela courts investment as Chevron expands oil footprint

The cost of jet fuel in the second half of 2026 is now expected to be AU$3.1 billion to AU$3.3 billion, said Qantas — up from AU$2.5 billion in its previous forecast. — AFP pic

1d ago

Australia’s Qantas warns jet fuel surge could add up to AU$800m to costs

At 9.10am, the FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI (FBM KLCI) gained 10.52 points, or 0.63 per cent, to 1,691.04, from Monday’s close of 1,680.52. — Picture by Raymond Manuel

1d ago

Bursa Malaysia opens higher, trims losses as Wall Street rally lifts sentiment

This photograph shows a bag of 33.5 per cent ammonium nitrate to be used on an agricultural field in Angevillers, northeastern France on April 10, 2026. — AFP pic

1d ago

IEA, IMF, World Bank warn fuel, fertiliser prices could stay elevated for prolonged period amid supply shocks

At 8am, the ringgit appreciated to 3.9600/9715 against the US dollar from 3.9735/9805 at Monday’s close. — Picture by Choo Choy May

1d ago

Ringgit rebounds to 3.96 on hopes of more US-Iran peace talks

At 6pm, the local note slid to 3.9735/9805 against the US dollar from 3.9625/9680 at last Friday’s close. — Reuters pic

1d ago

Ringgit closes lower against US dollar as West Asia tensions weigh on sentiment

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