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From January 23, Malaysians can request a physical licence without showing proof of overseas travel, such as a flight ticket. — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa

Malaysia / 12 h ago

No more flight tickets needed: JPJ scraps travel-proof rule for physical driving licences

Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) chief commissioner Tan Sri Azam Baki delivers his remarks at the ‘Cakna Rasuah: MACC with the Media’ programme in Kota Bharu January 22, 2026. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 12 h ago

‘Tan Sri’ among two detained over alleged RM300m investor scam, says MACC chief

The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) has opened an investigation into governance weaknesses in electronic waste (e-waste) management in Selangor and Negeri Sembilan following Ops Nature conducted in both states on Tuesday. — Picture by Choo Choy May

Malaysia / 18 h ago

MACC opens probe into governance failures in Selangor, Negeri Sembilan e‑waste management after Ops Nature raid

Former Army chief Tan Sri Muhammad Hafizuddeain Jantan (centre) arrives at the Kuala Lumpur High Court Complex on January 22, 2026. — Picture by Yusof Isa

Malaysia / 18 h ago

Ex-Army chief Hafizuddeain charged with laundering RM2.1m

Three individuals, including two immigration officers, were detained during two separate operations in Johor and Sabah on Monday and yesterday, for their alleged involvement in the abuse of the online Malaysian passport application facility. — Picture by Miera Zulyana

Malaysia / 9 h ago

RM12,000-per-passport syndicate: Immigration officers among those detained

A recalled witness, who was formerly dormitory chief warden at the late Zara Qairina Mahathir’s school, revealed new evidence at the Coroner’s Court, namely a piece of paper with something written about Zara found prior to the incident. — The Borneo Post pic

Malaysia / 17 h ago

Zara Qairina inquest: Court stunned as witness reveals new note, coroner cautions ‘no more surprises’

The wife of former Army chief, Tan Sri Muhammad Hafizuddeain Jantan, Salwani Anuar, arrives at the Kuala Lumpur High Court Complex on January 22, 2026. — Picture by Yusof Isa

Malaysia / 17 h ago

As husband faces four counts over RM2.1m, ex-Army chief’s wife charged with laundering RM77,000

Former prime minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak arrives at the Kuala Lumpur High Court Complex on December 22, 2025. — Picture by Yusof Isa

Malaysia / 10 h ago

In court, Najib concedes RM42m not from Saudi donor ‘based on subsequent knowledge’

Bank Negara Malaysia will strengthen regulatory requirements for all medical and health insurance/takaful said Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 7 h ago

BNM to roll out landmark insurance plan — seamless switch, no new medical checks

File picture for illustration purposes only. The Malaysian traveller was selected for a device inspection upon arrival in Sydney earlier this month, where officers allegedly found AI-generated and anime-style CSAM. — Picture by Hari Anggara

Malaysia / 11 h ago

Malaysian man deported from Australia after border officers find over 100 CSAM images

A billboard by the “Coalition for Regional Security” initiative is displayed in Tel Aviv on June 26, 2025. — AFP pic

World / 17 h ago

Trump’s US$1b ‘permanent seat’ Gaza peace board: Who paid and who’s out

This photo illustration shows Malaysian ringgit banknotes in Kuala Lumpur on June 29, 2015. — AFP pic

Money / 17 h ago

What’s driving the ringgit’s market-beating rally? Foreign funds say it’s just beginning

Up next for Pearly-Thinaah are either Japan’s Kaho Osawa-Mai Tanabe or South Korea’s Kim Yu Jung-Lee Yu Lim. — File pic via Reuters

Sports / 7 h ago

Pearly Tan-Thinaah cruise into Indonesia Masters quarters in 43-minute win

Opposition Leader Datuk Seri Hamzah Zainudin said schools may struggle to cope if six-year-olds are allowed to enrol en masse. — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa

Malaysia / 11 h ago

Opposition flags ‘holes’ in Education Ministry’s plan to let six-year-olds start Standard One

Muhyiddin said Perikatan Nasional must resolve its leadership transition and agree on a GE16 ‘poster boy’ as the coalition enters a crucial year. — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa

Malaysia / 18 h ago

Muhyiddin draws line on Perikatan’s future leader, saying chair must come from coalition chiefs

Money

12 h ago

Bank Negara holds interest rate steady at 2.75pc, cites resilient Malaysian economy

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 22 — Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) today announced its decision to maintain the Overnight Policy Rate (OPR) at 2.75 per cent, saying the current monetary policy stance is supportive of the economy amid stable prices.The central bank's Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) said it expects Malaysia's economic growth...

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A general view shows buildings in the skyline of Tianjin, China on August 18, 2023. — Reuters pic

Money / 13 h ago

Why Chinese banks are dumping hundreds of foreclosed properties — and still can’t sell

This photo illustration shows Malaysian ringgit banknotes in Kuala Lumpur on June 29, 2015. — AFP pic

Money / 17 h ago

What’s driving the ringgit’s market-beating rally? Foreign funds say it’s just beginning

Malaysia ringgit banknotes sit on display at a currency exchange in Kuala Lumpur on June 24, 2025. — Picture by Firdaus Latif

Money / 18 h ago

Ringgit gains on major currencies ahead of Bank Negara’s monetary policy meeting

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A currency dealer monitors exchange rates in front of a big screen showing South Korea’s benchmark stock index (right) in a foreign exchange dealing room at the Hana Bank headquarters in Seoul on June 20, 2025. — AFP pic

18 h ago

Kospi hits historic 5,000 milestone as markets pop on Trump-Greenland deal

Shanghai-based AI startup MiniMax’s CEO Yan Junjie (right) and co-founder and COO Yun Yeyi (left) attend the firm’s listing ceremony at the Hong Kong Stock Exchange on January 9, 2026. Investor confidence in Chinese AI startups is riding high, but obstacles to their long-term success range from US export controls to the puzzle of how to become profitable. — AFP pic

20 h ago

As China’s ‘AI Tigers’ go public, analysts warn of mounting costs and US sanctions

An image of an electronic wafer is displayed at the TSMC Museum of Innovation in Hsinchu. Taiwan’s economy soared in 2025 on skyrocketing exports of AI hardware and semiconductors, but companies in more traditional manufacturing sectors could only look on with envy as they were clobbered by US tariffs and a strong local currency. — AFP pic

1d ago

What growth? AI boom lifts Taiwan’s economy, but traditional manufacturers feel left behind

Sunway confirmed its RM3.15-per-share voluntary takeover offer for IJM Corp remains on track ahead of an upcoming EGM.

1d ago

Sunway: Bid to acquire IJM proceeding in accordance with SC rules

The ringgit closed firmer on Wednesday as easing JGB volatility and a softer dollar supported regional currencies. — Picture by Firdaus Latif

1d ago

Ringgit strengthens at close amid softer dollar and resilient domestic fundamentals

Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil speaks at a ministry gathering, where he highlighted Malaysia’s stronger-than-expected 2025 economic performance. — Bernama pic

1d ago

Fahmi says Malaysia’s economy on the right track as trade tops RM3t

The KLCI recovered from yesterday’s pullback, with blue-chip buying and stronger market breadth lifting the benchmark index. — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa

1d ago

Bursa Malaysia closes firmer, with KLCI rebounding above 1,700 on banking gains

Kee Ming Group Berhad’s managing director Liew Kar Hoe together with the Science, Technology and Innovation Minister Chang Li Kang and Perak Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Saarani Mohamad at the launch of the group’s prospectus at the AC Hotel by Marriott in Ipoh, Perak. — Picture by John Bunyan

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Malaysia’s Kee Ming Group Berhad to raise RM25.32m in IPO, creating more job opportunities

Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, the Netherlands and Sweden are part of the EU single market with 21 other countries, and a customs union, which allows the free flow of goods from one member state to another. — Reuters pic

1d ago

Easier said than done for US to apply tariffs on single EU states

TCL will hold a 51 per cent stake in the venture, with Sony, a wholly owned subsidiary and the electronics unit of Sony Group Corp., holding the remaining 49 per cent, according to Kyodo news. — Picture via Sony website

1d ago

End of an era: Sony to spin off TV business into joint venture with Chinese maker TCL

The Danish fund holds US$100 million (RM406 million) of US bonds out of a total of US$25.7 billion in assets. — AFP pic

1d ago

Citing poor US govt finances, Danish pension fund to sell off US Treasury bonds

At 8am, the local currency traded at 4.0525/0575 against the greenback, compared with yesterday’s close of 4.0530/0580. — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa

1d ago

Ringgit edges up against US dollar, major currencies in early trade

Rakuten Trade Sdn Bhd vice-president of equity research Thong Pak Leng said concerns intensified after US President Donald Trump reiterated his administration’s push for a US takeover of Greenland and threatened tariffs on European nations. — Picture by Ahmad Zamzahuri

2d ago

Bursa slides as Greenland tariff threat adds to market jitters

At 6 pm, the local currency inched down to 4.0530/0580 against the greenback from 4.0520/0570 at Monday’s close. — Reuters pic

2d ago

Ringgit dips slightly as US-EU tariff tensions spook markets

Henry delivers his remarks at the memorial ceremony. — Photo by Roystein Emmor/The Borneo Post

2d ago

MD: Two decades on, late founder’s legacy continues to shape KTS Group

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