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The three-day event, running from April 30 to May 2, 2026, is being held in conjunction with Visit Malaysia 2026 and is expected to draw large crowds to the bustling Golden Triangle district. — Graphics courtesy of MOTAC

Malaysia / 19 h ago

Plan accordingly: Bukit Bintang major roads to be closed from April 30 to May 2 for Labour Day, Rain Rave Water Music Festival celebrations

A man observes the Rolex luxury watch window display at a jeweller in Vienna, Austria on June 8, 2025. — Reuters pic

Singapore / 4 h ago

Italian tries to scam Singapore watch dealer, accidentally sells him genuine RM331,000 Rolex

A vendor stir-fries a mix of yellow noodles and kuey teow in a large wok at a food stall in Semenyih April 14, 2026. — Picture by Raymond Manuel

Malaysia / 7 h ago

Noodles to cost more as price of food packaging goes up in Malaysia, but your favourite ‘mee goreng’ may still be same price... for now

Authorities said no foul play was found in the death of a 13-year-old following a fall at a Tanjung Tokong condominium. — Picture by Choo Choy May

Malaysia / 3 h ago

Penang teen, 13, dies after fall from Tanjung Tokong condominium, no foul play suspected

Penang athletes formed the number 60 as their target for a gold medal at the XXII Malaysia Games (Sukma) in Selangor at the 120-Day Countdown Ceremony in Conjunction with Sukma XXII Selangor 2026 in George Town April 16, 2026. — Bernama pic

Sports / 18 h ago

Youth and Sports Ministry to review Sultan of Selangor’s call to postpone Sukma 2026, says minister

AirAdvisor, a passenger rights platform, has highlighted 10 lesser-known or unexpected airline fees that travellers in South-east Asia may encounter in 2026, reflecting a wider shift in global aviation pricing models. — Picture by Choo Choy May

Life / 7 h ago

You thought that was the fare? 10 hidden airline fees catching SE Asian travellers off guard

This photo shows a warning message on a screen from a live feed on NHK with tsunami alert after an earthquake hit northern Japan, in Tokyo on April 20, 2026. A 7.4-magnitude earthquake struck northern Japan on April 20, Japan’s Meteorological Agency said, issuing a tsunami warning for waves up to three metres. — AFP pic

World / 18 h ago

After 7.7 quake, Japan warns of higher likelihood of ‘huge’ magnitude‑8 event

Vehicles were moved by strong currents during flash floods triggered by heavy rain in Cameron Highlands. — Pictures via Facebook

Malaysia / 5 h ago

Flash floods hit Cameron Highlands after heavy rain, no injuries reported

An electronic bulletin board displays a warning about the earthquake after it hits northern Japan in Sendai city of Miyagi Prefecture on April 20, 2026. — AFP pic

World / 3 h ago

Japan issues megaquake warning after powerful 7.7 magnitude tremblor

US Secretary of Labor Lori Chavez-DeRemer testifies during a House Workforce and Education Committee hearing on Department of Labor policies and priorities on Capitol Hill in Washington, DC on June 5, 2025. — AFP pic

World / 4 h ago

Third woman exits Trump cabinet in weeks as Chavez-DeRemer resigns as labour chief over office scandal

A woman walks past a banner featuring Iran’s late supreme leaders Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini and Ayatollah Ali Khamenei next to newly elected supreme leader Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei in Tehran on April 19, 2026. — AFP pic

World / 5 h ago

Iran warns US it has ‘new cards’ ready for battlefield if nuclear talks fail

US President Donald Trump shakes hands with Apple CEO Tim Cook in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington, DC on August 6, 2025. — AFP pic

Money / 5 h ago

One more thing — Tim Cook logs off as Apple CEO

John Ternus, Vice President of Mac and iPad Hardware Engineering, speaks during Apple’s annual Worldwide Developers Conference in San Jose, California on June 5, 2017. — Reuters pic

Money / 4 h ago

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Perlis Perikatan Nasional chairman Datuk Seri Shahidan Kassim said claims of a no-confidence plot against the Perlis menteri besar are baseless. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 3 h ago

‘Show me proof’: Perlis Perikatan rejects no-confidence plot talk as assembly delay fuels rumours

File photo of Negeri Sembilan Mentri Besar Datuk Seri Aminuddin Harun. Four Undang have disputed his account of a DKU meeting and recent developments involving the Sungei Ujong Undang. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 3 h ago

Negeri Sembilan Undang dispute MB’s account of council advice

Money

9 m ago

Maybank to move head office to Merdeka 118 starting May 6

A general view shows the Merdeka 118 tower in Kuala Lumpur on October 8, 2025. — Picture by Raymond Manuel

KUALA LUMPUR, April 21 — Malayan Banking Berhad (Maybank) will relocate its head office from Menara Maybank in Jalan Tun Perak to Menara Merdeka 118 effective May 6, 2026.In a statement today, the bank said it will occupy 33 floors at the new premises, which will house approximately 7,000 employees,...

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A Tesla Cybertruck is parked at a local Tesla dealer in Paramus, New Jersey on July 23, 2024. — Reuters pic

Money / 3 h ago

Tesla settles before trial in wrongful death suit over disabled speed limiter fatal crash

Tesla CEO Elon Musk jumps on stage as he joins former US President and Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump during a campaign rally at site of his first assassination attempt in Butler, Pennsylvania on October 5, 2024. — AFP pic

Money / 3 h ago

Musk no-show at Paris hearing on Grok AI, X child pornography allegations

John Ternus, Vice President of Mac and iPad Hardware Engineering, speaks during Apple’s annual Worldwide Developers Conference in San Jose, California on June 5, 2017. — Reuters pic

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Malaysian ringgit and US dollar currency notes are pictured in this illustrative photo. — Bernama pic

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Ringgit climbs to 3.945 versus US dollar as market eyes Mid East talks

Diesel drips out of a fuel hose at a petrol station in Saint-Etienne-de-Montluc, western France on April 15, 2026. — AFP pic

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US President Donald Trump shakes hands with Apple CEO Tim Cook in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington, DC on August 6, 2025. — AFP pic

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One more thing — Tim Cook logs off as Apple CEO

SEPANG 26/03/2026 Customer with heavy vehicles was seen refueling their trucks using Diesel fuel grade amid price hike which can be seen here in a Petrol Pump station at Sepang. PICTURE BY SAYUTI ZAINUDIN

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Money, lobbyists, inertia: Why fossil fuels are so hard to quit in a world built on oil

The ringgit ended marginally lower against the US dollar today, remaining in a tight range as markets kept a close watch on developments in West Asia. — Picture by Firdaus Latif

18 h ago

Ringgit ends marginally lower against US dollar as West Asia tensions keep traders cautious

Bursa Malaysia closed higher today, supported by buying interest in large-cap stocks as investors shifted toward defensive counters amid rising geopolitical uncertainty. — Picture by Azneal Ishak

18 h ago

Bursa Malaysia ends higher on defensive large‑cap buying

The proposed EV project is expected to support job creation and technology transfer in the state. — Reuters pic

21 h ago

Nga Kor Ming to raise BYD Tanjong Malim investment with PM Anwar, seeks best outcome for Perak

The MoU was formalised on April 17 during the AGIBOT Partners Conference (APC2026) in Shanghai, China. — Genting Malaysia Bhd pic

21 h ago

Genting Malaysia, AGIBOT collaborate to advance embodied AI robotics across leisure, hospitality and entertainment

Tourists are seen in Bangkok’s Chinatown. Thailand is considering an emergency decree to raise borrowing capacity to respond to economic and security risks. — Reuters pic

22 h ago

Thailand weighs emergency decree to borrow up to 500b baht for crisis buffer

Markets showed mixed signals today, with oil rising on disruption fears while stocks tracked optimism over talks. — AFP pic

22 h ago

Crude jumps on renewed Gulf tensions, Asian stocks rise on fragile peace optimism

File photo of AirAsia aircraft. The airline is seeking US$230 million in private credit financing backed by ticket sales as fuel costs rise. — Reuters pic

23 h ago

AirAsia taps RM909m private credit deal from Deutsche Bank amid oil surge

Malaysia remains a key market for Airbus, with longstanding cooperation spanning defence and aerospace. — Reuters pic

23 h ago

Airbus lines up Malaysia deals to boost defence, space capabilities at DSA-Natsec Asia 2026

The partnership aims to support Malaysia’s push into higher-value manufacturing under its industrial master plan. — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa

1d ago

Malaysia-Hong Kong partnership targets smart manufacturing push under NIMP 2030

DOSM said Malaysia recorded stronger export growth of 8.3 per cent, valued at RM148.8 billion, and import growth of 10.4 per cent, amounting to RM124.2 billion, with trade surplus decreasing by 0.9 per cent to RM24.6 billion in March 2026. — Picture by Firdaus Latif

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DOSM: Malaysia trade gains momentum in Q1 as exports drive steady growth

Malaysia’s trade grew strongly in the first quarter of 2026, driven by exports of manufactured goods, particularly electronics. — Picture by Firdaus Latif

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Miti: Malaysia’s trade up 10.4pc in Q1 2026, exports hit near-record levels despite global uncertainty

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