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The main suspect in the case involving a woman’s body found in a bag buried at a house in Kampung Batu 4, Pedas, Rembau, is seen being brought to the Magistrate’s Court in Seremban yesterday. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 6 h ago

‘We trusted him’: Family says Pedas murder suspect picked up kids ‘like nothing happened’ after killing

Malaysia’s national flag is raised during the handover of the South-east Asian Games (SEA Games) from Thailand to Malaysia at the closing ceremony of the 33rd SEA Games in Rajamangala National Stadium, Bangkok, December 20, 2025. — AFP pic
Sports  / 7 h ago

‘Kap khun krap’, Thailand: Malaysia turn the page with best SEA Games haul abroad

Raja Permaisuri Agong Raja Zarith Sofiah (fourth from left) poring over manuscripts and letters from Malay Rulers during a visit to the British Library in London on December 16, 2025. — Picture from Facebook/Sultan Ibrahim Sultan Iskandar
Malaysia  / 9 h ago

Queen cautions against blanket claims over ‘stolen’ Malaysian artefacts from colonial era

The Makam Sheikh Omar features Moorish architecture with intricate arabesque details on its dome, Kampung Melayu, Air Itam. — Picture by Opalyn Mok
Life  / 11 h ago

‘Most handsome tomb in Penang’: Sheikh Omar’s mausoleum, a hidden gem in Air Itam’s historic Malay village

The Football Association of Malaysia (FAM) has been fined by the AFC following matchday delays and a post-match media breach during Malaysia’s Asian Cup qualifier at Bukit Jalil Stadium. — Picture by Raymond Manuel
Sports  / 5 h ago

Late whistles and missing media duties land Malaysian football fresh AFC fines

Police were seen at St Joseph’s Church in Upper Bukit Timah, Singapore, this morning after a suspicious item prompted the evacuation of the premises and cancellation of Mass services. — Picture from Facebook/St Joseph's Church
Singapore  / 9 h ago

Singapore police secure St Joseph’s Church after suspicious item found, specialist military unit deployed

BN chairman Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi speaks at the 17th Makkal Sakti Party annual general meeting in Butterworth, Penang on December 21, 2025. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 3 h ago

BN may rebrand or form new entity, Zahid says as coalition navigates outdated constitution

A whole eel ‘unaju’ at Unagiya Edonadai AMON. — Picture by Ethan Lau
Eat-drink  / 10 h ago

Unagiya Edonadai AMON: A Tokyo ‘unagi’ speciality restaurant arrives in 1 Mont Kiara

Former UKM lecturer Sharifah Munirah Alatas (pictured) and other academics criticised profit-driven university rankings and publishing, urging alternative evaluation methods. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin
Malaysia  / 8 h ago

‘It’s become a game’: Academics call global university rankings profit-driven, urge Malaysian institutions to rethink priorities

Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell are seen in this image released by the US Department of Justice on December 19, 2025 as part of a new trove of documents from its investigations into the late financier and convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. — US Justice Department/Handout via Reuters
World  / 6 h ago

The Epstein files are out — but where is Trump?

A traveller uses an automated immigration clearance lane at Changi Airport, as Singapore moves to stop ineligible passengers before they board flights. — SoyaCincau pic
Singapore  / 8 h ago

Before you board: Singapore to block ineligible air passengers after 41,800 denied entry in 11 months

Elon Musk has become the first person in history to see his net worth surpass US$700 billion (RM2.8 trillion), driven by gains linked to Tesla and SpaceX, according to Forbes. — Reuters pic
Money  / 5 h ago

How Elon Musk crossed the US$700b line — and left every other billionaire behind

Malaysia Productivity Corporation deputy director-general Dr Mazrina Mohamed Ibramsah said the Bureaucratic Red Tape Reform (RKB) initiative is using AI to help agencies automate checks and streamline workflows. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 9 h ago

Less paperwork, more speed: Govt uses AI to save big

Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi (standing left) rejects claims that the BN is undermining the current Anwar administration. — Picture from Facebook/Zahid Hamidi
Malaysia  / 3 h ago

‘Once loyal, always loyal’: Zahid says BN unwavering ally to Anwar’s unity govt

Visitors enjoy the Christmas display at Melaka’s Portuguese Settlement on December 16, 2025. The festive decorations come amid controversy over claims that the state government banned Christmas décor at halal-certified hotels and eateries, which federal Islamic authorities have since clarified is not the case. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 4 h ago

Melaka Christmas decor controversy could send wrong signal to tourists, says Tiong King Sing

The 'char kway teow', even without cockles, is some of the best you’ll get in the Klang Valley. – Pictures by Ethan Lau
Eat-drink / 16 Nov 2023

At JJ Budget Restaurant in PJ, find great Penang favourites like 'char kway teow', prawn mee and the rarely seen 'mee jawa goreng'

Unusual Marketplace trades in deliciousness in the form of their Stone Milled Porridge served with mixed seafood. – Pictures by Lee Khang Yi
Eat-drink / 15 Nov 2023

Damansara Perdana’s Unusual Marketplace celebrates fresh seafood in porridge, curry and small bites

(From left) Chefs Wee, Tay, Lai and Lee pose with their certificates of recognition from Guinness World Records. ― Borneo Post pic
Eat-drink / 14 Nov 2023

Four Sarawakian chefs get Guinness recognition for role in world’s largest cooking competition

It’s time to indulge in hairy crabs again! – Pictures by CK Lim
Eat-drink / 14 Nov 2023

Now is the perfect time to indulge in hairy crabs, that once-a-year delicacy

Braised beef with noodles is the star of the show at Lee Fong Yuen Restaurant. – Pictures by Lee Khang Yi
Eat-drink / 13 Nov 2023

Hit up Kepong's Lee Fong Yuen Restaurant for a satisfying bowl of braised beef 'wantan mee'

Salt-baked chicken at Dee Xiang Kopitiam. – Pictures by Ethan Lau
Eat-drink / 12 Nov 2023

Salt-baked chicken with a legacy of over two decades arrives at PJ Section 14's Dee Xiang Kopitiam

Sweet and subtly savoury baked peach 'lassi'. – Pictures by CK Lim
Eat-drink / 11 Nov 2023

Light up your Deepavali weekend with this sweet and subtly spiced baked peach 'lassi'

The Braised Pork or 'lu rou fan' at Restaurant Sangong is an opulent, sensual and delectable mouthful. – Pictures by Ethan Lau
Eat-drink / 10 Nov 2023

A taste of Taiwan with a twist at Restaurant Sangong in Bukit Jalil

More than just a snack brand, KACANG + CO positions its products as a celebration of Malaysia’s rich heritage and culture. – Pictures courtesy of KACANG + CO
Eat-drink / 09 Nov 2023

House of nuts: How this Malaysian entrepreneur repositioned the modest ‘murukku’ and other local snacks as a heritage brand

Pudu’s Sek Yuen is a new entry in this year’s Michelin Bib Gourmand list. — Picture via Facebook/Sek Yuen
Eat-drink / 08 Nov 2023

Fourteen new restaurants and hawker stalls make it to the Kuala Lumpur and Penang Michelin’s Bib Gourmand List for 2024

Purists can enjoy the Zaru Soba where chilled soba noodles are dipped in 'tsuyu' with 'negi' and 'wasabi'. — Pictures by Lee Khang Yi
Eat-drink / 08 Nov 2023

Mont Kiara's Sobakichi transports you to Japan with their handmade 'soba' noodles and light airy 'tonkatsu'

'Suan panzi' or Hakka abacus beads. – Pictures by CK Lim
Eat-drink / 07 Nov 2023

From abacus beads to ‘thunder tea’: An ode to my favourite Hakka classics

Cravings for the piquant Pickled Cabbage Fish Fillet Noodles can be satisfied at WenWen Noodle. — Pictures by Lee Khang Yi
Eat-drink / 06 Nov 2023

Wake up your tastebuds at Taman United's WenWen Noodle where pickled mustard greens and chillies are in their bowls of noodles

Bife A Portuguesa at Olivia Deli is a hearty dish that invites wolfing down. — Pictures by Ethan Lau
Eat-drink / 05 Nov 2023

At Bangsar’s Olivia Deli, Spanish and Portuguese delights steal the show

Ramen Mob’s Yakibuta Ramen with Kuro broth featuring black garlic infused oil. — Pictures by Kenny Mah
Eat-drink / 04 Nov 2023

More than noodles: How the true star of Ramen Mob in Taman Desa is the tender and deeply flavourful ‘yakibuta’

Old school 'wantan mee' with Hakka 'char yoke' can be found on Sunday at Restoran Lian Wah — Pictures by Lee Khang Yi
Eat-drink / 03 Nov 2023

Walk down memory lane at 1 Razak Mansion's Restoran Lian Wah to discover old school 'wantan mee' with herbal soup