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Explaining his reasoning, Perlis State Legislative Assembly Speaker Rus’ele Eizan said the loss of the three seats could alter the balance of power in the assembly.
Malaysia  / 17 h ago

Perlis Speaker to notify EC, seeks by-elections for Chuping, Bintong, Guar Sanji to maintain assembly stability

Pictures of trash littering Jalan Bukit Bintang and a garbage truck arriving in the area. — Picture from Instagram/DBKL
Malaysia  / 12 h ago

Festive fun, not trash: DBKL urges responsible celebration as Jalan Bukit Bintang gets littered

Gold jewellery and small savings, long held by Malaysian families as a form of financial protection, have gained new significance as rising prices quietly strengthen household balance sheets and offer a buffer against the cost-of-living squeeze. — AFP pic
Money  / 15 h ago

As gold prices climb, many Malaysian families find a hidden financial cushion

Umno Youth chief Dr Akmal Saleh has urged for Perikatan Nasional to be dissolved following fresh cracks in the coalition after PAS expelled three Perlis assemblymen. — Picture by Firdaus Latif
Malaysia  / 16 h ago

‘Perlis, oh Perlis’: Umno Youth chief calls out betrayal, urges end of Perikatan

Sanglang assemblyman Mohd Shukri Ramli said he was not angry with the assemblymen but acknowledged he may have been ‘too kind’ and placed too much trust in the friendships he had formed. — Screengrab from Facebook/Mohd Shukri Ramli
Malaysia  / 10 h ago

‘We never expected this from our friends’, says Mohd Shukri Ramli amid Perlis political turmoil

The issue arose after a 27-second video circulated widely on social media, showing a man dressed as a woman receiving an award at an international event. — Pexels.com pic
Malaysia  / 17 h ago

Jawi tasked with probe after man seen dressed as woman at international event

An aerial view of the eatery, showing parts of the surrounding land that have eroded, has raised safety concerns among netizens. — Picture from social media
Malaysia  / 18 h ago

Dining in danger? Erosion threatens viral eatery along Simpang Pulai-Cameron Highlands road (VIDEO)

Mohd Shukri Ramli said he had informed the Ruler of Perlis of his decision to resign due to health reasons. — Picture via Facebook/Mohd Shukri Ramli
Malaysia  / 12 h ago

Mohd Shukri Ramli resigns as Perlis menteri besar over health reasons

To enhance responsiveness, MBPP will utilise its CCTV network as ‘Intelligent Eyes’ to monitor real-time traffic conditions and identify congestion points, allowing for the swift deployment of enforcement teams. — Picture from Facebook/Aun Chuan
Malaysia  / 17 h ago

Holiday gridlock? Penang activates ‘Ops Payung’ to ease festive traffic

Perlis Menteri Besar Mohd Shukri Ramli Mohd Shukri speaking at an event October 20, 2023. — Picture by Shafwan Zaidon
Malaysia  / 14 h ago

Perlis assemblyman insists actions justified, vows PAS remains in his heart

Peng Peiyun, a former head of China’s family planning commission, died this week, prompting renewed anger online over the one-child policy. — Reuters file pic
World  / 15 h ago

‘They are waiting for you over there’: No tributes, only anger after architect of China’s one-child policy dies

Container cranes are pictured at the Port of Singapore June 10, 2018. Singapore port operator PSA is preparing for a possible increase in vessel traffic should shipping lines resume using the Suez Canal after nearly two years of diversions around Africa. — Reuters pic
Singapore  / 16 h ago

Singapore port braces for surge if Red Sea shipping resumes in 2026

Slow-moving traffic at the Sungai Besi Toll Plaza Traffic in Kuala Lumpur as the public began entering the capital for the end-of-year school holidays, December 24, 2025. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 12 h ago

Christmas getaway snarls traffic on Malaysia’s major highways 

Director-General of Education Dr Mohd Azam Ahmad said that the reports are meant only to guide the management of receiving schools. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 15 h ago

Schools barred from rejecting pupils over health or discipline records, says Education DG

Indonesia has lodged a complaint in the UK after controversial British adult film star Bonnie Blue allegedly desecrated its flag in London. — AFP pic
Showbiz  / 15 h ago

Adult actress Bonnie Blue back in trouble with Indonesia after ‘desecrating’ flag in London

The Omakase Sushi Course at Yoshinari Hanare is only RM150 . — Picture by Ethan Lau
Eat-drink / 16 Mar 2025

Great omakase, even better value at Yoshinari Hanare in Sri Hartamas

Peanut butter pecan chocolate cookies.
Eat-drink / 15 Mar 2025

These indulgent peanut butter pecan chocolate cookies will be your new festive favourite!

Heirloom, a rustic style café, in Seremban. — Picture by CK Lim
Eat-drink / 14 Mar 2025

Track down this eclectic and plant-filled café in Seremban that serves coffee made from heirloom beans

The Scallop and Squid Umai Pai Tee is one of the more creative dishes at Vagabond — Picture by Ethan Lau
Eat-drink / 13 Mar 2025

Go on a wandering journey with Vagabond in Desa Sri Hartamas, through inventive dishes like scallop and squid ‘umai pai tee’ and a prawn Scotch egg

Dewakan, led by chef Darren Teoh, placed 84th on the extended 51-100 list from the 2025 edition of Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants. — Picture by Choo Choy May
Eat-drink / 12 Mar 2025

Two Malaysian restaurants named on extended list of Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants 2025: Dewakan ranks No. 84 while Au Jardin makes its debut

For a change, try this prawn curry 'wantan mee' at Big Brother Cafe in Section 1, Petaling Jaya. — Picture by Lee Khang Yi
Eat-drink / 12 Mar 2025

Go for a spin around PJ Section 1 for prawn curry 'wantan mee' at Big Brother Cafe and cakes plus coffee from Single Dose Coffee

Roti Jala Gulai Ayam - Picture courtesy of Tanaair.
Eat-drink / 11 Mar 2025

From Kedah-inspired ‘gulai ayam’ to Sarawak ‘coconut buns’, Tanaair in PJ promises a feast of Malaysian flavours

Visit Erode Amman Mess for an awesome lunch of Erodu SPL Veg Meal with free refills — Picture by Lee Khang Yi
Eat-drink / 10 Mar 2025

Check out the Kongunadu cuisine at Brickfields’ Erode Amman Mess that has already won over a huge following

Mixed ‘meze’ with a steaming hot basket of ‘lavaş’ is the ideal way to start. — Picture by Ethan Lau
Eat-drink / 09 Mar 2025

Turkish Cafe Istanbul opens Turks, bringing their beloved Turkish fare to Bukit Tunku

'Saba shioyaki' or grilled mackerel, with roast vegetables.
Eat-drink / 08 Mar 2025

East meets West: Savour this delicate ‘saba shioyaki’ with roasted vegetables and honey-lemon-oyster sauce

On Saturday morning, look for this 'lor mai chee' mobile stall parked opposite Restoran Sum Fatt Kee in PJ Sea Park. — Picture by Lee Khang Yi
Eat-drink / 07 Mar 2025

Look for this awesome ‘lor mai chee’ stall in PJ Sea Park, PJ Taman Megah or Taman Overseas Union

The highlight of Peony by Canton Boy's Buffet Berbuka Citrarasa Cina & Melayu is their handmade 'dim sum' like the Siu Mai King, Salted Egg Siu Mai, Fried Yam Croquette, paired with crowd favourite Keropok Lekor — Picture by Choo Choy May
Eat-drink / 06 Mar 2025

This Ramadan, ‘buka puasa’ at halal certified Peony by Canton Boy’s Buffet Berbuka Citrarasa Cina & Melayu in Avenue K

The KP Chaat Platter features four types of ‘chaat’ on one plate, including ‘bhel puri’, ‘dahi wada’, ‘sev puri’ and crispy corn baskets (clockwise) — Picture by Ethan Lau
Eat-drink / 06 Mar 2025

'Chaat’ champion: Storied Mumbai chain Kailash Parbat brings Indian vegetarian street food to Malaysia, with ‘pani puri’ and a whole lot of ‘chaat’ at Nu Sentral

Find Avokebab on the third floor of Jaya Shopping Centre where you get solid, tasty Turkish inspired meals — Picture by Lee Khang Yi
Eat-drink / 05 Mar 2025

Jaya Shopping Centre’s Avokebab serves up Turkish inspired dishes like ‘doner kebab’, ‘mandy’ rice and more

Raya cookies by Ben & Chinta. — Picture courtesy of Ben & Chinta
Eat-drink / 04 Mar 2025

From a delicately petalled Semperit Dahlia to an upgraded classic Cornflakes Gula Melaka, there is a Raya cookie for everyone!

Dewakan's Darren Teoh talks about the 10 years of pursuing an ingredient-driven approach for their menu and what the future holds for them — Picture by Choo Choy May
Eat-drink / 03 Mar 2025

Live long and prosper: KL's Dewakan celebrates a milestone of 10 years in business