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Under the Sumbang Tunai Rahmah (STR), eligible recipients receive direct cash assistance from the government to help cover living costs. — Picture by Yusof Isa
Malaysia  / 9 h ago

With Sara closing, Malaysians can access alternative govt cash and subsidy programmes

Rain clouds are seen over the city centre in Kuala Lumpur, on Dec 8, 2024. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 6 h ago

METMalaysia issues thunderstorm warning for Klang Valley, six states until 1pm

Despite nearly 80 per cent of speed tests being conducted on 5G-capable devices, most Malaysian users still spend two-thirds of their time on 4G networks due to coverage gaps. — Picture by Mukhriz Hashim
Malaysia  / 7 h ago

Malaysia’s 5G speeds have nearly halved as network comes under strain, Ookla reports

In a statement uploaded on his Facebook page, Johor Menteri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi said the declaration was made in compliance with the decree of the Regent of Johor, Tunku Mahkota Ismail, as a mark of celebration for the team’s outstanding achievement in continuing its dominance in Malaysian football. — Picture from Facebook/Onn Hafiz Ghazi
Malaysia  / 8 h ago

Johor declares special public holiday after JDT’s FA Cup 2025 win, SPM exams to proceed as scheduled

According to the author, DAP’s quiet on key issues—from Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi’s DNAA to Tan Sri Azam Baki’s contract extension and ongoing corruption under Madani — risks alienating Chinese voters, a lesson already seen in Sabah’s polls. — Picture by Ahmad Zamzahuri
What You Think  / 6 h ago

The end of DAP’s ‘Golden Era’? — Izmil Amri

File picture of the Federal Highway, October 14, 2020 heading towards Kuala Lumpur. Works Minister Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi said the decision was taken as the proposal to upgrade the 34.59-kilometre stretch of FT2 from Kuala Lumpur to Port Klang is no longer economically viable, due to the high costs of land and asset acquisition, as well as the potential social impact should the project proceed. — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa
Malaysia  / 3 h ago

No upgrade for Federal Highway from KL-Port Klang: Govt flags sky-high costs, social impact

The 100 AM Daiso store in Singapore first opened in February 2018 and was one of 33 outlets around the island, and will be closing on January 4, 2026. — Social media screengrabs from 100ammall and DAISO Singapore
Singapore  / 3 h ago

Singapore shoppers lose another Japanese store as Daiso to close 100 AM outlet

People hold placards during a Hanukkah menorah lighting in Berlin, Germany on December 14, 2025, in solidarity with Australians after the Bondi Beach shooting. — AFP pic
World  / 7 h ago

Fruit seller disarms Bondi Beach gunman, now hospitalised with gunshot wounds as world hail him as ‘hero’

Lawyer Rajesh Nagarajan and Arun Dorasamy with the families of the victims of the Durian Tunggal police shooting giving a press conference and revealing newly obtained critical evidence in relation to the killing of the three victims at Lawyers for Liberty in Petaling Jaya, December 15, 2025. — Picture by Choo Choy May
Malaysia  / 3 h ago

Durian Tunggal shooting: Lawyers demand Melaka police chief be placed on garden leave after whistleblower challenges police timeline

Personal belongings lie at the scene of a deadly shooting during a Jewish celebration at Sydney’s Bondi Beach on December 15, 2025. — AFP pic
World  / 8 h ago

Bondi shooting leaves 16 dead as Australian police identify father-and-son gunmen in alleged antisemitic attack

Police lead former Hong Kong media mogul Jimmy Lai away from his home after his arrest under the national security law in 2020; Lai was found guilty on December 15, 2025, of collusion and sedition. — AFP pic
World  / 5 h ago

Apple Daily founder Jimmy Lai found guilty under Hong Kong security law, faces possible life sentence

Bollards line a pedestrian walkway in Kuala Lumpur, serving as safety barriers to keep vehicles off the pavement. — DBKL pic
Malaysia  / 5 h ago

Not just decor: DBKL reminds public of bollards’ crucial role in pedestrian safety

A general view of the Seri Negara in Kuala Lumpur on December 15, 2025. — Picture by Yusof Isa
Malaysia  / 4 h ago

‘Not a place for elites’: Anwar says Seri Negara must be symbol for all Malaysians

Instagram, TikTok, Snapchat, YouTube, Facebook, Twitch, and Reddit applications are displayed on a mobile phone in this illustration on December 9, 2025. — Reuters pic
Malaysia  / 5 h ago

MCMC: WhatsApp, TikTok, Facebook, YouTube to be auto-registered under Malaysian licensing from Jan 1

(From eighth right) Kuching South Deputy Mayor Datuk Zaiedi Suhaili, Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui Hian, and Kuching South Mayor Datuk Wee Hong Seng in a photocall with MBKS retired staff. — The Borneo Post pic 
Malaysia  / 6 h ago

Kuching ranks 13th globally, top five in Asia, as world’s retirement hotspot

My favourite sticky rice dumplings – the Nyonya 'zung.' – Pictures by CK Lim
Eat-drink / 31 May 2022

Nostalgia for a Nyonya ‘zung’: Dragon boats, dumplings and the Duanwu Festival

The surprise find at this Taiwanese food stall is their rich, fragrant chicken curry served with rice and long beans. – Pictures by Lee Khang Yi
Eat-drink / 30 May 2022

A surprise find at Centrepoint Bandar Utama: Fragrant chicken curry plus home-style Taiwanese food at Pan Feng

Cool and refreshing, this tangy tomato 'zaru soba' is the perfect dish to kick off your summer.
Eat-drink / 28 May 2022

Cool and refreshing, this tangy tomato ‘zaru soba’ is the perfect dish to kick off your summer

At this Taman Bukit Mayang Emas outlet, you can ask for your preferred part of the chicken as well as side items like liver, chicken feet and intestine – Pictures by Lee Khang Yi
Eat-drink / 27 May 2022

PJ's Kee Kee Bentong Chicken Rice opens second outlet in Taman Bukit Mayang Emas, closes at 5pm

On rainy days, there’s nothing like freshly brewed coffee... such as at Glitch Coffee in Tokyo. – Pictures by CK Lim
Eat-drink / 26 May 2022

Rainy afternoons, used bookstores and slow brew cuppas: How Glitch Coffee became my most recommended café in Tokyo

Celebrate the return of the PJ Old Town's 'char kway teow' with a dollop of added cockles on top of fried noodles with prawns, egg, Chinese chives and crunchy bean sprouts. – Pictures by Lee Khang Yi
Eat-drink / 25 May 2022

PJ Old Town 'char kway teow' is now at Taman Petaling Utama's Restoran Fatty Sum

My favourite Thai dish – 'pad krapao moo sap', stir-fried minced pork with holy basil atop hot steamed rice, with a perfect Thai-style sunny side up or 'khai dao.' — Pictures by CK Lim and Kenny Mah
Eat-drink / 24 May 2022

A little Bangkok in my backyard (or, How to be a local guide without being a local)

Be adventurous and try something different like 'soto betawi' that has beef slices inside a tasty coconut milk and beef broth. — Pictures by Lee Khang Yi
Eat-drink / 23 May 2022

Try unusual Indonesian dishes like 'soto betawi' and 'sate taichan' at PJ Kota Damansara's Waroeng Batavia

Mix and match Japanese and Thai cuisines with some 'shirataki' noodles in yellow curry. – Pictures by CK Lim
Eat-drink / 21 May 2022

Mix and match Japanese and Thai cuisines with some sumptuous ‘shirataki’ noodles in yellow curry

Hit up this place for juicy Hainanese poached chicken that is delicious when paired with the ground ginger. — Pictures by Lee Khang Yi
Eat-drink / 20 May 2022

Looking for a family meal with a difference? Try out Sunway Mas Commercial Center's Cheow Sang Bak Kut Teh Restaurant

Nothing like a big plate of noodles such as 'kai see hor fun' (flat rice noodles with shredded chicken) to start the day. — Pictures by CK Lim
Eat-drink / 19 May 2022

From ‘kai see hor fun’ to ‘char kway teow’, there’s nothing like noodles at the coffee shop to start the day

Eat-drink / 18 May 2022

Enjoy this lighter tasting 'char kway teow' with sea prawns at PJ's Mayang Oasis Food Court

Jemma Melvin in Fortnum and Mason, central London, with her lemon Swiss roll and amaretti trifle that beat 5,000 desserts to become the official pudding of the Queen's Jubilee celebrations. u00e2u20acu201d PA handout via Reuters
Eat-drink / 15 May 2022

British baker rises to occasion of queen’s pudding contest

Angela Wood holds a copy of the original cook book, u00e2u20acu02dcThe Constance Spry Cookery Booku00e2u20acu2122, where her recipe appeared as she poses for a photograph at her home in Kimbolton, north of London. u00e2u20acu201d AFP pic
Eat-drink / 14 May 2022

Coronation Chicken: The UK culinary classic fit for a queen

Eat-drink / 13 May 2022

Get superb 'bak chang' from this seasoned rice dumpling maker at PJ's Damansara Jaya

Eat-drink / 12 May 2022

Sourdough symphony: How this bassoonist turned bread artisan still impresses at PJ’s Wild Yeast Bakery