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This file picture taken on August 26 shows an aerial view of Google’s first data centre under construction at Elmina Business Park, Selangor. The hyperscale facility will cover 51 hectares and is scheduled for completion in early 2026. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 10 h ago

The tropical penalty: Operating data centres in Malaysia’s hotter, drier future

National diving athletes, Nurul Farisya Alia Affendi (left) and Nur Eili Sha Rania Muhammad Abrar Raj pose with the gold medals they have won in the 10-metre synchronised event at the 2025 SEA Games in Thailand, at the Assumption University Aquatic Centre in Bangkok December 19, 2025. — Bernama pic
Sports  / 6 h ago

SEA Games: Malaysia claim best gold tally since 2019, surpass Singapore in standings

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim welcomed the IMF’s positive assessment of Malaysia’s economy, saying the government remains focused on prudent management, job creation, and accelerating reforms.— Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 9 h ago

PM Anwar welcomes IMF nod, says focus now on jobs and rebuilding public confidence

BookXcess founder Jacqueline Ng believes that reading should not be exclusive to the privileged. — Picture by Sayuti Zainduin
Life  / 10 h ago

Beyond gadgets: Why physical books continue to captivate Malaysian readers

Christmas decorations are seen at a shopping mall in Kuala Lumpur. — Picture by Raymond Manuel
Malaysia  / 6 h ago

Religious affairs minister: No ban on non-Islamic festive decor in halal-certified premises, but worship items not allowed

A view of Panorama Bukit Antarabangsa, where participants can be seen during the National Field Archery Championship 2025 in Hulu Kelang, Ampang Jaya today. — Picture by Raymond Manuel
Malaysia  / 3 h ago

From tragedy to thriving terrain: How Panorama Bukit Antarabangsa is being reimagined as Ampang Jaya’s newest green escape

Graphic artist and activist Fahmi Reza said he was released on police bail after being detained and questioned over a social media post involving Johor’s Tunku Mahkota Tunku Ismail Sultan Ibrahim. — Picture via Facebook/Fahmi Reza
Malaysia  / 8 h ago

Fahmi Reza out on police bail after post on TMJ sparks 284 police reports

JPJ senior director of enforcement Datuk Muhammad Kifli Ma Hassan said the figures were recorded under OpLuxury, covering the period from January 1 to December 18, 2025. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 5 h ago

JPJ: Over 2,600 luxury vehicle owners caught with expired road tax this year, Porsche drivers top list

Kinabatangan Umno Youth chief Mohd Naim Kurniawan Moktar, who earlier said he was not keen to contest the Lamag state by-election following his father’s death, has since been named Barisan Nasional’s candidate for the Kinabatangan parliamentary by-election. — Picture via Facebook/Naim Moktar
Malaysia  / 8 h ago

Bung Moktar’s son named BN candidate for Kinabatangan by-election

A total of 18,537kg of cocaine, ketamine, and methylenedioxymethamphetamine (MDMA) worth RM1.53 billion were seized during the operation across the Klang Valley on December 16, 2025. — Bernama file pic
Malaysia  / 3 h ago

Busted: Cops find RM1.53b in drugs cooking behind luxe facades in Cheras and Sungai Chua

The victim’s body is seen being retrieved by rescue personnel at the scene. — Picture courtesy of police
Malaysia  / 4 h ago

Woman’s body found in river near Sunway Putra Mall, police classify case as sudden death

This photo illustration taken in Washington, DC, on December 19, 2025 shows photographs, including of former US president Bill Clinton, Rolling Stones singer Mick Jagger, Virgin Group chairman Richard Branson and Ghislaine Maxwell, after the US Justice Department began releasing the long-awaited records from the investigation into the politically explosive case of convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. — AFP pic
World  / 7 h ago

Epstein files released: Clinton appears in redacted trove, pages heavily blacked out

Police have detained a man in his 20s who survived the deadly house fire that killed a woman and her adopted child in Taman Rathna, Telok Air Tawar, after investigations found the blaze involved criminal elements. — Picture via Facebook/Pejabat Daerah & Tanah Seberang Perai Utara
Malaysia  / 9 h ago

Police suspect foul play in Butterworth blaze, son under investigation over death of mother and child

This picture taken and released by Taiwan’s Central News Agency (CNA) on December 19, 2025 shows a smoke grenade after it was thrown at Taipei Main Station, in Taipei. Taiwan’s government raised security levels at major transportation stations after a man threw smoke grenades and attacked people in two busy metro stations, injuring at least eight people, officials said. —CNA/AFP pic
World  / 8 h ago

Smoke bombs and stabbings kill three in Taipei metro, suspect confirmed dead

The MACC is reportedly coordinating with UK authorities to investigate an international law firm over alleged links to misappropriated 1MDB funds, focusing on cross-border financial flows and professional service providers. — Picture by Choo Choy May
Malaysia  / 7 h ago

MACC working with UK in probe on law firm linked to US$1b 1MDB misappropriation

Fresh 'chapati' being rolled and prepared at Capati Tiger Jit Singh. — Pictures by Ethan Lau
Eat-drink / 31 Aug 2023

Crouching tiger, hidden gem: Roaringly good 'chapati' and more at Capati Tiger Jit Singh in Pudu

Tuck Chan's old school mooncakes uses family recipes whether it's lotus paste or red bean mooncake, Shanghai mooncakes and the assorted nuts with ham — Picture by Choo Choy May
Eat-drink / 30 Aug 2023

Calling all mooncake sceptics: These annual treats are much more than just tooth achingly sweet bites

Give your jaded palate a piquant kick with a bowl of 'asam laksa'! – Pictures by CK Lim
Eat-drink / 29 Aug 2023

‘Jom makan!’: Is there anything more Malaysian than what we eat?

Hooray! Uncle Yong's Penang Kuey Teow Soup & Asam Laksa is back in business after taking an eight-month break due to health reasons. — Pictures by Lee Khang Yi
Eat-drink / 28 Aug 2023

It's back! Uncle Yong's excellent 'kuey teow thng' now at Ara Damansara's Restoran Dudu Yummy

I’m telling you, these are some of the best chicken wings you will ever have in your life. – Pictures by Ethan Lau
Eat-drink / 27 Aug 2023

Winner winner chicken dinner: Head to YHK BBQ Chicken Wings in Taman Sri Sinar for some of the best wings in town

Perfect for rainy days: 'Monsoon chicken' soup cooked in a 'nabe' pot. – Pictures by CK Lim
Eat-drink / 26 Aug 2023

Monsoon chicken: Enjoy this heartwarming ‘nabe’ soup with a touch of miso

'Bánh mì chảo' at Sea Garden YP: a tremendous breakfast that’s got everything you want in a sandwich, just not in sandwich form. – Pictures by Ethan Lau
Eat-drink / 25 Aug 2023

Breakfast of champions: 'Bánh mì chảo' and more at Sea Garden YP in Old Klang Road

Colourful murals of Bai Wei Kopitiam’s extensive menu help whet customers’ appetites. — Pictures by Kenny Mah
Eat-drink / 24 Aug 2023

‘A hundred flavours’: Enjoy Malaysian, Hong Kong, Thai and Taiwanese dishes at Bai Wei Kopitiam in Taman Desa

This Penang style 'chiam-chiam rojak' features various items on skewers. — Pictures by Lee Khang Yi
Eat-drink / 23 Aug 2023

If you haven't tried 'chiam chiam rojak', it's about time you did at BM Aunty Chiam Chiam Fruit Rojak in Taman Desa

Are coffee drip bags the Next Big Thing? — Pictures by CK Lim
Eat-drink / 22 Aug 2023

Are coffee drip bags the Next Big Thing, or simply a classic finally coming into its own?

(From left to right): Chef Meng, Chef Paul Lee and Chef Roy Yam worked with Chef Wong Ling Soon or Ah Soon Kor (far right) for this year's annual event featuring pre-Millenium era dishes. — Pictures by Choo Choy May
Eat-drink / 21 Aug 2023

Dine on majestic Chinese dishes by iconic Chef Wong Ling Soon or 'Ah Soon Kor' at The Oriental Group of Restaurants

The donabe course at Carbon: with maitake, white corn and mizuna. – Pictures by Ethan Lau
Eat-drink / 20 Aug 2023

A first look at Carbon in Kota Damansara, where open-fire cooking takes centre stage

'Goya champuru', or stir fried bitter gourd with pork belly, tofu and egg. — Pictures by Kenny Mah
Eat-drink / 19 Aug 2023

For fuss-free Okinawan dishes such as ‘goya champuru’, visit Himawari Japanese Cuisine in Taman Desa

Hit up the newly opened Nasi Lemak Shop for their glorious Nasi Lemak Ayam Goreng Berempah – Pictures by Lee Khang Yi
Eat-drink / 18 Aug 2023

Your favourite 'nasi lemak ayam goreng berempah' now comes with Korean bingsu at Bandar Utama's Nasi Lemak Shop

Half a patin, steamed with soy sauce served on the side, at FENIX Restaurant. — Pictures by Ethan Lau
Eat-drink / 17 Aug 2023

Feast on well-prepared fresh local produce in Old Klang Road's FENIX Restaurant

The sweet potato porridge at Goh Zha Lang is hearty and refillable. — Pictures by CK Lim
Eat-drink / 16 Aug 2023

Enjoy refillable bowls of hearty sweet potato porridge with classic Chinese dishes at JB’s Goh Zha Lang