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Police step up security measures across Kuala Lumpur in preparation for the Asean Summit, ensuring the safety of delegates and smooth traffic management. — Picture by Hari Anggara

Malaysia / 15 h ago

Asean Summit in KL: Roads and places to avoid from May 23 to 28

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, who is also PKR president, answers reporters’ questions while attending the PKR Youth Wing (AMK) Congress held in conjunction with the 2025 PKR National Congress in Johor Baru May 23, 2025. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 9 h ago

PKR central leadership polls: Anwar makes his pick for party’s future

US President Donald Trump holds a chart next to US Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick as he delivers remarks on tariffs in the Rose Garden at the White House in Washington, DC, April 2, 2025. — Reuters pic

Malaysia / 11 h ago

More Malaysians see China as a force for good than the US, Ipsos poll shows

Datin Seri Pamela Ling's lawyer claimed that the treatment by the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission was not consistent with how a witness would be handled. -- Picture by Choo Choy May

Malaysia / 14 h ago

Pamela Ling’s lawyer accuses MACC of ‘misleading’ public, says she wasn’t treated as mere witness

PKR president Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim (centre) meets party delegates in the voting room at the Berjaya Waterfront Hotel in Stulang Laut, Johor Baru May 23, 2025. — Picture by Ben Tan

Malaysia / 7 h ago

PKR president Anwar stands by decision to field new faces, says open to Rafizi’s input

Leissner (right) admitted to pocketing US$73.4 million directly from 1MDB and receiving another US$80 million from Malaysian fugitive financier Jho Low, the alleged mastermind behind the scheme. He faces up to 25 years in prison.

Malaysia / 13 h ago

Goldman Sachs slams ex-banker Leissner as ‘serial liar’ ahead of 1MDB sentencing

The braising stock is the defining part of this dish, and Mr Duck’s version places the strong, sweet warmth of clove right at the centre. — Picture by Ethan Lau

Eat-drink / 13 h ago

For braised duck rich in flavour and character, head to Mr Duck Teowchew Braised in Taman Desa Aman, Cheras

A female Muslim convert went viral on social media after expressing her intention to leave Islam, claiming she had received no assistance and had been abused by her husband. — Screengrab from TikTok/bossariffpeter

Malaysia / 12 h ago

FT Islamic council told to locate convert who went viral for intending to leave Islam after alleging abuse, neglect and lack of support

PKR deputy presidential candidate Nurul Izzah Anwar insisted last night that the party’s election results will not affect her long-standing friendship with her rival Datuk Seri Rafizi Ramli. — Picture by Ben Tan

Malaysia / 14 h ago

Nurul Izzah: Rafizi’s my friend, now and forever — no matter the election outcome

The Attorney General's Chambers insisted that justice must falls within the framework of the rule of law, not through public statements or side litigation. — Picture by Devan Manuel

Malaysia / 11 h ago

AGC defends ex-AG Terrirudin, says Najib’s contempt bid ‘premature and unfair’ as appeal on royal addendum pending

Human Resources Minister Steven Sim said his ministry would seek input and feedback from stakeholders on the proposal. — Picture by Firdaus Latif

Malaysia / 8 h ago

HR Ministry: Review underway on raising Malaysia’s retirement age to 65 amid labour reforms

National doubles athletes (from left) Aaron Tai and Kang Khai Xing in action against Danish players William Kryger Boe and Christian Faust Kjaer in the Perodua Malaysia Masters 2025 tournament at Axiata Arena Bukit Jalil May 21, 2025. — Bernama pic

Sports / 9 h ago

Malaysia Masters: Coach Herry protests umpire decisions in national shuttlers Kang Khai Xing-Aaron Tai’s loss

Economy Minister Datuk Seri Rafizi Ramli pictured at an event in Kuching May 17, 2025. His former aide has dismissed claims that he vacated his office or resigned from his posts. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 11 h ago

Ex-aide denies Rafizi resigned, explains ministry office was only tidied for Raya event

National men’s doubles pair Man Wei Chong-Tee Kai Wun pulled off a sensational win over compatriots and world number two Goh Sze Fei-Nur Izzuddin Rumsani to check into the semi-finals of the Malaysia Masters 2025 here today. — Bernama pic

Sports / 4 h ago

Malaysia Masters: Man Wei Chong-Tee Kai Wun stun Goh Sze Fei-Nur Izzuddin Rumsani to storm into semis

Eco-Shop Marketing Bhd made its debut on the Malaysian stock market today after completing the country’s largest initial public offering this year. — Picture via X/Khuzrin Kamarudin

Money / 12 h ago

Discount chain Eco-Shop debuts after raising RM974m in Malaysia’s largest 2025 listing, founder nets RM5.4b stake

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Bursa ends six-day losing streak as easing bond yields spark buying in financial counters

The FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI (FBM KLCI) snapped a six-day losing streak to close the week higher as bargain-hunting emerged due to improved risk sentiment. — Picture by Zuraneeza Zulkifli

KUALA LUMPUR, May 23 — The FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI (FBM KLCI) snapped a six-day losing streak to close the week higher as bargain-hunting emerged due to improved risk sentiment.At 5pm, the FBM KLCI rose 8.36 points, or 0.55 per cent, to 1,535.38 from yesterday’s close of 1,527.02.The benchmark index,...

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The ringgit closed higher against the US dollar and other major and regional currencies today as the greenback remained weak amid continued concerns over US fiscal policy. — Picture by Shafwan Zaidon

Money / 2 h ago

Ringgit strengthens against US dollar, major currencies as fiscal worries weigh on greenback

The national labour market remained robust in the first quarter of 2025 with a 7.23 million labour force and a stable 3.1 per cent unemployment rate, according to the Department of Statistics Malaysia. — Picture by Choo Choy May .

Money / 6 h ago

DoSM: Malaysia’s labour force expands to 17.23 million in Q1 2025, unemployment remains stable at 3.1pc

Lynas said it produced dysprosium oxide at its Malaysia facility, making it the only commercial producer of separated heavy rare earths outside of China. — Reuters pic

Money / 6 h ago

Lynas achieves rare earth milestone in Malaysia with first commercial dysprosium production, challenging China’s dominance

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US tariff crossfire hits Toyota, Nissan and Ford suppliers as Japan’s industry leaders push for action

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Asean summit: Leaders weigh response to US trade tariffs, China relations

Dignitaries pose for a family photo during the G7 Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors' Meeting in Banff, Alberta, Canada May 21, 2025. — AFP pic

10 h ago

G7 pledges to tackle global economic imbalances, sidesteps tariff debate and weighs sanctions on Russia

A screen displays the Hang Seng stock index at the Hong Kong Stock Exchange in Hong Kong May 20, 2025. — Reuters pic

11 h ago

Asian stocks rise as Treasury yields retreat from highs, Bitcoin holds firm

Eco-Shop Marketing Bhd made its debut on the Malaysian stock market today after completing the country’s largest initial public offering this year. — Picture via X/Khuzrin Kamarudin

12 h ago

Discount chain Eco-Shop debuts after raising RM974m in Malaysia’s largest 2025 listing, founder nets RM5.4b stake

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TNB announces highest dividend in four years, emphasises nation-building efforts

Bursa Malaysia opened higher today despite a muted Wall Street performance overnight. — Picture by Hari Anggara

12 h ago

Bursa Malaysia rises in early trade despite Wall Street’s muted performance

The ringgit opened stronger against the US dollar today, due to a weaker US Dollar Index amid mixed economic data, said an analyst. — Picture By Raymond Manuel

13 h ago

Ringgit strengthens against greenback as US dollar index dips below 100 points

An eagle tops the US Federal Reserve building's facade in Washington, July 31, 2013. The US Supreme Court yesterday allowed President Donald Trump to fire leaders of two independent agencies, but signalled that such dismissals would not be permitted for the Federal Reserve. — Reuters pic

13 h ago

‘We disagree’: US Supreme Court allows Trump to fire independent board members — but not at Fed

The ringgit closed lower against the US dollar at 4.2705/2765 following a stronger US Dollar Index. — Picture By Raymond Manuel

1d ago

Ringgit ends lower on stronger US dollar after ratings cut sparks investor caution

The FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI (FBM KLCI) extended its decline for a sixth consecutive session today, falling by 1.15 per cent to reach an intraday low amid continued selling pressure. — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa

1d ago

Bursa Malaysia falls for sixth straight session as sell-off deepens across sectors

Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation (MOSTI) deputy secretary-general (Technology Development) Datuk Mohd Nor Azman Hassan said Malaysia’s geography is very suitable for the country to play an important or significant portion of the space economy. — Bernama pic

1d ago

Malaysia has potential to thrive in space economy, leveraging talent and geography, says Mosti deputy sec-gen at LIMA 2025

An illustrative photo shows United States dollar (USD) and Malaysian ringgit (MYR) notes. — Picture by Choo Choy May

1d ago

The RM265b reason Malaysia’s ringgit is about to outperform every Asean currency

Bursa Malaysia ended the morning session lower in line with regional markets following the weaker Wall Street performance overnight amid growing concerns that the new US budget bill will put more stress on the already huge deficit. — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa

1d ago

Bursa Malaysia stays lower at midday as regional markets struggle

An employee works on the production line of a tyre factory under Tianjin Wanda Tyre Group, which exports its products to countries such as US and Japan, in Xingtai, Hebei province, China May 21, 2019. - Reuters pic

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EU launches anti-dumping probe into Chinese car and truck tyres following industry complaints

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