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Kuala Lumpur Road Transport Department (JPJ) director Hamidi Adam said the woman, who was driving a Bentley Continental, was stopped during a Special Luxury Operation along Jalan Tun Razak. — Picture from Facebook/Jabatan Pengangkutan Jalan Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur

Malaysia / 17 h ago

JPJ seizes Bentley on Jalan Tun Razak after woman claims ‘overlooked’ road tax, insurance since 2018

Former AmBank relationship manager Joanna Yu Ging Ping (pictured) told the High Court that fugitive businessman Low Taek Jho had instructed her to ensure cheques from Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak’s private AmBank accounts were honoured. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin

Malaysia / 13 h ago

Jho Low took steps to stop Najib’s cheques from bouncing, court hears

The loud boom was reportedly heard at about 11.50pm on Sunday and again in the early hours of yesterday, affecting areas including Ipoh, Tapah, Kampar and Teluk Intan. — Picture by Farhan Najib

Malaysia / 15 h ago

Unexplained loud boom heard again in Ipoh, authorities say no seismic activity detected

The Regent of Johor, Tunku Ismail Sultan Ibrahim, today received a delegation of professors from the University of Oxford, United Kingdom. — Picture via Facebook/HRH Crown Prince of Johor

Malaysia / 14 h ago

Johor Regent welcomes Oxford professors, reiterates education as key pillar of state administration

The Ministry of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living (KPDN) said it is studying amendments to curb abuse of subsidised RON95 petrol, including shifting liability to offenders and restricting foreign credit card use. — Picture by Raymond Manuel

Malaysia / 15 h ago

Ministry mulls legal reforms to hit RON95 fuel subsidy cheats, block foreign cards at pumps

Injectable GLP-1 drugs such as semaglutide and tirzepatide have surged in popularity for weight loss, prompting concerns as some consumers turn to illegally marketed versions for quick or cosmetic results. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin

Malaysia / 3 h ago

What are GLP-1 drugs? The diabetes medications now used as a weight loss ‘miracle’ — and why doctors are worried

The ringgit traded higher against the US dollar on Monday after Malaysia’s December Industrial Production Index (IPI) came in above market expectations, signalling that the domestic economy remains on a firm footing. — Picture by Raymond Manuel

Money / 15 h ago

Malaysia’s ringgit strengthens as better‑than‑expected factory growth boosts confidence in economy

Thailand’s ruling Bhumjaithai Party scored a decisive victory at last weekend’s general elections, routing progressive and populist parties to put leader Anutin Charnvirakul in the running to become the ‌first premier voted back to office in 20 years. — Reuters pic

World / 13 h ago

Thailand’s Bhumjaithai triumph explained — how Anutin outmanoeuvred rivals and what comes next

According to police, the suspect, a Pagoh local, is believed to have driven alone from Kuala Lumpur before reaching the residential area in Taman Pagoh Jaya at about 5pm. — File picture by Ahmad Zamzahuri

Malaysia / 17 h ago

Four-day remand for man who drove from KL to Pagoh, ran amok, trespassed homes and assaulted owner

Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail said the move follows amendments to the Federal Constitution on citizenship, with the government now working to finalise changes to citizenship regulations, including enabling an online pre-registration system. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 1 h ago

Citizenship law amendment set to take effect June 1

This is the first case of a person outside of the TB outbreak zone in Kota Tinggi who has contracted the disease. — Unsplash pic/Umanoide

Malaysia / 17 h ago

Johor TB outbreak: Pontian primary school student tests positive, close contacts screened

State Education, Higher Education, and Religious Affairs Exco Datuk Rahmad Mariman said that further action will also be carried out by the Technical and Vocational Education and Training Division (BPLTV) of the Ministry of Education (MOE). — Pexelx pic

Malaysia / 16 h ago

Eight vocational college students in Melaka suspended for assault over queue-jumping

This combination of file photos shows Britain’s Prince William, Prince of Wales and Britain’s then Prince Andrew attending the launch of the Global Humanitarian Memorial in London on October 1, 2025 — AFP pic

World / 13 h ago

William and Kate ‘deeply concerned’ as Epstein disclosures reignite scandal around Prince Andrew

Federal Territories Minister Hannah Yeoh (left) and Kuala Lumpur Mayor Datuk Seri Fadlun Mak Ujud during a media briefing on the DBKL One-Stop Centre 3.0 Plus Online System at Menara DBKL, Kuala Lumpur, February 9, 2026. — Picture by Choo Choy May

Malaysia / 13 h ago

‘Step by step’: Hannah Yeoh says mayor working to reform DBKL governance

The Federal Court today remitted the former prime minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin’s sedition case to the High Court for trial. — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa

Malaysia / 18 h ago

Ex-PM Muhyiddin’s sedition case remitted to High Court for trial

Money

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Ringgit opens firmer against US dollar on weaker greenback

At 8am, the ringgit strengthened to 3.9250/9340 against the greenback from yesterday’s close of 3.9325/9375. — Picture by Choo Choy May

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 10 — The ringgit opened firmer against the US dollar today, supported by broad-based weakness in the greenback amid concerns over reduced demand for US assets.At 8am, the ringgit strengthened to 3.9250/9340 against the greenback from yesterday’s close of 3.9325/9375.Bank Muamalat Malaysia Bhd chief economist Dr Mohd...

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The ringgit traded higher against the US dollar on Monday after Malaysia’s December Industrial Production Index (IPI) came in above market expectations, signalling that the domestic economy remains on a firm footing. — Picture by Raymond Manuel

Money / 15 h ago

Malaysia’s ringgit strengthens as better‑than‑expected factory growth boosts confidence in economy

Bursa Malaysia ended higher on Monday, supported by continued interest in blue-chip counters, in line with the upbeat performance across regional markets — Picture by Zuraneeza Zulkifli

Money / 15 h ago

Bursa Malaysia surges as blue‑chip rally lifts FBM KLCI above 1,750, tracking upbeat Asia

The international reserves of Bank Negara Malaysia amounted to US$126.9 billion as at January 30, 2026, compared with US$125.6 billion as at January 15, 2026. ― Picture by Sayuti Zainudin

Money / 16 h ago

Malaysia’s international reserves climb to US$126.9b as of Jan 30, sufficient to finance 4.8 months of imports

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Kenanga Investment Bank Bhd (Kenanga IB) foresees the FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI (FBM KLCI) could touch the 1,840 mark this year. — Picture by Choo Choy May

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Kenanga sees FBM KLCI hitting 1,840 this year amid investor shift from Indonesia

The sales value of the manufacturing sector in 2025 hit RM1.97 trillion, an increase of 4.2 per cent from RM1.89 trillion in 2024, while sales in December last year rose 6.4 per cent year-on-year, amounting to RM168.6 billion. — Picture by Firdaus Latif

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DOSM: Manufacturing sales climb to RM1.97t in 2025, driven by electronics, food and metals

The outlook for Malaysia’s banking system, rated A3 stable, remains stable, underpinned by steady economic growth and sound bank fundamentals, said Moody’s Ratings. — Picture by Raymond Manuel

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Malaysia’s banks hold firm, Moody’s notes sound balance sheets and steady profits

Boustead Heavy Industries Corporation Bhd halted trading its shares on Bursa Malaysia shortly after markets opened on February 9, 2026 till 5pm on February 10, 2026 pending an announcement. — File picture by Yusof Mat Isa

21 h ago

Boustead Heavy Industries share counter frozen till Feb 10 as company readies update

Malaysia’s gross domestic product (GDP) growth for the fourth quarter of 2025 is expected to exceed the year-earlier level. — Picture by Firdaus Latif

22 h ago

Malaysia’s economy powers ahead as Q4 2025 growth beats last year, setting the stage for a stronger 2026

At 8am February 9, 2026, the ringgit traded almost flat at 3.9430/9560 against the US dollar, compared with last Friday’s close of 3.9440/9525. ― Bernama pic

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Ringgit steady at open as firmer dollar, regional politics shape sentiment

Palm fruits are seen at a collecting centre in Tapah, Perak in February 2023. — Picture by Ahmad Zamzahuri

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Malaysia and India to deepen collaboration in palm oil value chain, product development

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Anwar and Modi praise Petronas, Gentari for leadership in India’s green energy

Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan attends the Special Asean Foreign Ministers’ Meeting to discuss the situation between Cambodia and Thailand in Kuala Lumpur on December 22, 2025. — Bernama pic

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Tok Mat: Malaysia wants long-term critical minerals investment beyond ‘purely extractive role’

Guild members and other protesters hold a rally outside the Washington Post office building in Washington, DC on February 5, 2026. — AFP pic

2d ago

Ex-Tumblr CEO takes charge at Washington Post after crippling layoffs

The disruption concerns added to growing worries about whether the massive sums that tech giants are investing in AI will ever become profitable. — Reuters pic

2d ago

Tech giants slide as AI investment frenzy raises profit and disruption concerns

Bithumb restricted trading and withdrawals for the 695 affected customers within 35 minutes of the erroneous distribution yesterday. — AFP pic

2d ago

South Korean crypto firm accidentally sends US$44b in bitcoins to users

Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Rural and Regional Development Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi attends the Road To Ramadan programme at Masjid Kariah Pantai in Seremban, February 7, 2026. — Bernama pic

2d ago

Zahid: Nearly half of Bumiputera economic initiatives completed under PuTERA35, Rural Ministry ramps up implementation

Selangor Youth, Sports and Entrepreneurship Committee chairman Mohd Najwan Halimi said the initiative reflects the continued commitment of the ministry to ensure that small traders are not left behind in the country’s economic development. — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa

2d ago

Govt rolls out RM80m festive loans to boost micro businesses during Chinese New Year, Ramadan

The framework reaffirms a commitment to negotiations toward a broader bilateral trade agreement, the two governments said in a joint statement, while noting that further negotiations were needed to complete the pact. — Reuters pic

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US and India unveil interim trade framework, move closer to broad pact

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