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Dr Mahathir, who was conscious when taken to IJN, has previously undergone at least two major heart surgeries, including a quadruple bypass in 2007. — Picture by Firdaus Latif

Malaysia / 14 h ago

Mukhriz: Surgery not recommended for Dr Mahathir’s fractured hip due to age

The Federal Court today upheld the acquittal of Samirah Muzaffar and two teenagers on the charge of murdering Cradle Fund chief executive officer Nazrin Hassan eight years ago. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 17 h ago

Cradle Fund CEO murder case: Federal Court upholds acquittal of Samirah, teens

Khor Wei Yeak, 32, was charged with intentionally causing hurt to L. Avinash, 32, by driving into him in the third radio frequency identification (RFID) lane at the Perai Toll Plaza in Seberang Perai Tengah here at 11.30 pm on Dec 28. — Unsplash pic

Malaysia / 19 h ago

Man charged with causing hurt to doctor in Perai toll plaza incident

Famous Malaysian food influencer and entrepreneur Khairul Aming has officially launched his much-awaited restaurant, Rembayung, and it is living up to the hype. — Screenshot via Instagram/rembayungmy

Life / 15 h ago

Rembayung opens and Malaysia says ‘tambah nasi’ — Khairul Aming’s restaurant sells out in record time

The Chinese commerce ministry said yesterday that authorities have “hereby decided to strengthen export controls on dual-use items to Japan”, effective immediately. — Reuters pic

World / 16 h ago

Japan urges China to scrap ‘unacceptable’ curbs on dual-use exports

MACC chief commissioner Tan Sri Azam Baki said the cash was intercepted as it was being transferred between two residences by a civilian connected to the case. — Picture by Choo Choy May

Malaysia / 13 h ago

MACC foils attempt to move RM2.4m cash linked to army procurement case

A vehicle believed to be transporting former army chief General Tan Sri Muhammad Hafizuddeain Jantan is seen at the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) headquarters. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 13 h ago

Ex-army chief arrives at MACC HQ

National men’s doubles pair Aaron Chia-Soh Wooi Yik advanced to the second round of the Malaysia Open 2026 after defeating the United States’ Chen Zhi Yi-Presley Smith 21-11, 21-19 at the Axiata Arena here. — Bernama pic

Sports / 10 h ago

Malaysia doubles delight: Aaron-Wooi Yik advance, Wan Arif-Roy King exact revenge

Transport Minister Anthony Loke Siew Fook revealed that the initial RM200 million allocation is insufficient to cover the total cost of subsidising the popular My50 pass. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin

Malaysia / 13 h ago

Transport minister: Govt committed to ensure My50 price remains unchanged despite RM100m funding shortfall

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim is scheduled to deliver a public lecture, Power Shift: Strategic Choices for Malaysia and Turkiye, to an audience comprising professionals, academics, senior Turkish officials and students. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 19 h ago

Anwar to meet Erdogan, chair Malaysia–Turkiye strategic council on second day of visit

A man was shot dead in the vicinity of Taman Wangsa, Klang, shortly after midnight last night.
Selangor Deputy Police Chief DCP Mohd Zaini Abu Hassan said the Klang Selatan District Police Headquarters (IPD) Control Centre received information on the incident at about 12.30am. — Picture by Ahmad Zamzahuri

Malaysia / 11 h ago

Man shot dead in Klang

Pearly-Thinaah set for Malaysia Open 2026 rematch against Indonesia’s Febriana-Meilysa, a repeat of their SEA Games final. — Bernama pic

Sports / 12 h ago

Pearly and Thinaah storm into second round — showdown with Indonesian rivals awaits at Malaysia Open

RMAF Chief Gen Datuk Seri Muhamad Norazlan Aris said a thorough investigation was underway and that stern action, including dismissal from service, would be taken against those found guilty. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 18 h ago

Air Force Chief: No compromise on misconduct and integrity issues

PM’s political secretary urges Madani govt parties to focus on stability, put infighting aside

Malaysia / 12 h ago

PM’s political secretary urges Madani govt parties to focus on stability, put infighting aside

Transport Minister Anthony Loke highlighted improvements in rail service reliability, including a sharp reduction in disruptions across Prasarana’s rail networks. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin

Malaysia / 16 h ago

Loke says Prasarana cuts rail disruptions by over half in 2025 as services show improvement

Money

11 h ago

Ringgit retreats on US data jitters, trades mixed against major currencies

The ringgit stood at 4.0580/0625 against the US dollar at 6pm December 29, 2025. — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 7 — The ringgit ended lower against the US dollar on Wednesday as markets adopted a cautious stance ahead of key US economic data releases later tonight, an analyst said.At 6pm, the local currency fell to 4.0560/0610 versus the greenback from Tuesday’s close of 4.0445/0495.IPPFA Sdn Bhd’s...

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Nvidia, the artificial intelligence (AI) behemoth, surged past iPhone maker Apple last year to become the world’s most valuable listed company, with more than US$4.5 trillion in assets, German Press Agency (dpa) reported. — AFP pic

Money / 12 h ago

Nvidia dethrones Apple, tops global markets with US$4.5t valuation

Bursa Malaysia’s benchmark index rebounded from earlier losses to close at its intraday high on Wednesday, gaining 0.27 per cent in late trading as buying interest returned to selected heavyweights. — Picture by Raymond Manuel

Money / 12 h ago

Malaysia stocks rebound from morning dip, finish strong on heavyweights support

(From left) Worldclass Trade & Development Berhad founder and chief executive officer Datuk Seri Ahmad Khusairi Bani Hashim Alhaj, Genovasi Centre for Higher Learning principal and chief executive officer Professor Dr Thomas Leong, Sun International Academy principal and founding member Jamal Hj No, Sun International Academy honorary advisor Datuk Ghani Saleh, and Sun International Academy chief partnership director Datin Azwa Hanna Hj Hashim during the signing of a memorandum of understanding at Sun International Academy on December 20, 2025. — Picture courtesy of GCHL and SIA

Money / 18 h ago

Sun International, Genovasi ink deal to boost entrepreneurship with online diplomas in business, finance, leadership

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At 8am, the local currency inched down to 4.0475/0745 against the greenback from yesterday’s close of 4.0445/0495. ― Bernama pic

19 h ago

Ringgit slips against US dollar amid cautious sentiment, rises against other major currencies

Turnover stood at 1.20 billion units worth RM820.14 million. — Picture by Raymond Manuel

19 h ago

Bursa Malaysia continues downtrend as FBM KLCI slips to 1,670.20 amid lack of catalysts

Nvidia founder and CEO Jensen Huang speaks about the Vera Rubin AI platform during a question and answer session with reporters at the annual Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas, Nevada, on January 6, 2026. — AFP pic

20 h ago

Nvidia CEO praises robots as ‘AI immigrants’, key to fixing global labour crisis

The case is part of investigations sparked by a massive fraud carried out for years in several European countries, revealed by a consortium of European news outlets in 2018. — AFP file pic

21 h ago

HSBC to pay multimillion-euro fine in France over alleged dividend tax fraud

Seoul rose more than one percent to top 4,500 points for the first time, helped by another strong rally in chip giant SK hynix. — AFP file pic

21 h ago

Global stocks hit fresh records as oil slips amid Venezuela upheaval

Malaysian ringgit notes are seen among US dollar bills in this photo illustration taken in Singapore on August 24, 2015. — Reuters pic

1d ago

Ringgit hits 4.044 against US dollar as greenback loses safe-haven premium

CapitaLand staff volunteers from Kuala Lumpur are pictured after a #GivingBersama 5.0 community outreach activity held in 2025. — Picture courtesy of CapitaLand

1d ago

CapitaLand channels RM200,000 in aid to 2,250 Malaysians through #GivingBersama 5.0

A surge in metals and finance lifted Chinese equities to highest levels in 10 years on January 6, 2026. — Reuters pic

1d ago

From tech to metals: China stocks sparkle before CNY holiday lull, highest since 2015

Bank Negara Malaysia is offering an additional RM2.5 billion to support small and medium enterprises. — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa

1d ago

Bank Negara boosts SME fund by RM2.5b to support first-time borrowers

At 9.05am, the FBM KLCI eased 5.64 points, or 0.34 per cent, to 1,674.68, down from yesterday’s close of 1,680.32. The benchmark had started the day 1.91 points lower at 1,678.41. — Picture by Razak Ghazali

1d ago

Bursa opens mixed as investor sentiment stays muted

On its website, Nestlé said it had detected a ‘quality issue’ in an ingredient sourced from one of its major suppliers. — Reuters pic

1d ago

Nestlé recalls baby formula across Europe over contamination risk

At 8am, the local currency edged up to 4.0650/0745 against the greenback, from yesterday’s close of 4.0695/0745. — Picture by Hari Anggara

1d ago

Ringgit edges up against US dollar as risk sentiment stabilises after Venezuela turmoil

A file photo of a heavy‑crude plant run by Venezuela’s PDVSA in the Orinoco belt near Cabrutica, Anzoategui, April 16, 2015. — Reuters pic

2d ago

Oil prices slip as US seizure of Venezuela’s Maduro raises oversupply fears

The ringgit opened slightly lower against the US dollar on Monday as global risk appetite turned more cautious. — Reuters pic

2d ago

Cautious investors lift greenback, ringgit opens lower amid global uncertainty

Opec members are expected to stick with its current oil production plan despite the political upsets since the year began. — Reuters pic

04 Jan 2026

After biggest yearly dive in prices since 2020, Opec+ to keep oil production steady amid global political turmoil

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