News

Logo
Most Read
Born in Kuala Kangsar, Perak, Tun Dr Ling served as Malaysia’s Transport Minister from 1986 to 2003. — Bernama file pic
Malaysia  / 11 h ago

Former MCA president Tun Dr Ling Liong Sik dies aged 82

Passengers wait in line to board a train at University Station in Kuala Lumpur September 14, 2023. — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa
Malaysia  / 12 h ago

After passenger falls onto LRT track at Abdullah Hukum station, Loke issues urgent reminder to please mind the gap

Dr Ling served as the Member of Parliament for Mata Kuching from 1974 to 1986 before representing Labis for four terms from 1986 to 2004, while also holding key positions including deputy information minister, deputy finance minister and deputy education minister before being appointed transport minister in 1986. — Bernama
Malaysia  / 7 h ago

Wee Ka Siong pays tribute to Tun Dr Ling Liong Sik, calls him towering statesman and nation builder

File photo of public housing estates in Singapore. Tan Keng Wee ran a cross-border loan shark syndicate that netted millions and triggered more than 1,500 harassment-related complaints, according to Shin Min Daily News.
Singapore  / 11 h ago

From S$1,000 runner to S$1m kingpin: Singaporean loan shark boss jailed over China-based empire

Communications Minister and PKR Information Chief Datuk Fahmi Fadzil arrives for the opening ceremony of the Federal Territories Keadilan branch annual general meetings at Komune Living and Wellness in Bandar Tun Razak, Kuala Lumpur on April 3, 2026. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 12 h ago

After Wangsa Maju controversy, Fahmi tells PKR members not to go around ‘checking licences’

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said the government’s focus is not on denying legitimate salaries but on controlling excessive spending, especially amid current economic challenges. — Picture by John Bunyan
Malaysia  / 7 h ago

Anwar: State leaders entitled to salaries, my decision not to take pay is personal choice

A general view shows a white Buddha statue shrouded in heavy pollution as smoke (top left) rises from a hillside wildfire in Pai April 1, 2026, west of Thailand’s second-largest city Chiang Mai. — AFP pic
World  / 15 h ago

‘It’s suffocating’: Why Chiang Mai’s air is among the world’s worst right now

Selangor PAS Youth deputy chief Aubidullah Fahim Ibrahim said penalties in the form of fines alone would not deliver a meaningful deterrent, especially when lives are lost due to drivers operating vehicles under the influence of alcohol. — Picture via Facebook
Malaysia  / 13 h ago

Selangor PAS Youth urges govt to restrict alcohol sales, says fines alone not enough to curb drunk driving

A worker walks between steel coils at a steel market in Hangzhou. Commodity shipments including fertilisers and steel have been hit hard by disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz. — AFP pic
Money  / 15 h ago

In numbers: The commodities most affected by the Strait of Hormuz shutdown

Shiloh Jolie's resemblance to her actress mother has drawn attention on social media. — Social media screenshot
Showbiz  / 12 h ago

‘Copy and paste’: Angelina Jolie’s daughter Shiloh goes viral after appearance in K-pop music video (VIDEO)

Cargo ships and containers are seen at the container terminal of the port in Qingdao, as the Hormuz crisis threatens flows of oil, gas and commodities to China. — AFP pic
Money  / 15 h ago

Who’s hit hardest by the Hormuz crisis? Greek, UAE and Chinese fleets lead the list

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim views essential items on sale during a visit to the MADANI Mart grocery store after officiating its first branch in Indera Mahkota 8, Kuantan on April 4, 2026. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 13 h ago

Small stalls, big impact: Why Anwar wants to focus on local traders over mega projects

Former Transport Minister and MCA Honorary Life President Tun Dr Ling Liong Sik died at the age of 83 on April 4, 2026. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 7 h ago

King and Queen express condolences on passing of Ling Liong Sik

People look at BYD EV cars on display at a mall roadshow in Singapore. Rising global energy costs driven by the Iran war are beginning to filter into daily life in Singapore, pushing up prices for fuel, transport and basic goods. — Reuters pic
Singapore  / 8 h ago

‘Everything is going up’: Singapore hit by war-fuelled price hikes across the board

Putrajaya district police chief ACP Aidi Sham Mohamed said the district police control centre received reports of the incident at about 11.50pm. — Picture by Raymond Manuel
Malaysia  / 12 h ago

Police hunt driver involved in hit-and-run that killed Putrajaya motorcyclist

New Delhi is one of the worldu00e2u20acu2122s most polluted cities. u00e2u20acu201d AFP pic
Life / 14 Sep 2019

New Delhi announces plan to combat winter toxic air

The shadow of a reveller is cast on a rainbow flag during the 22nd LGBT Pride Parade, which theme is u00e2u20acu02dc50 years of Stonewallu00e2u20acu2122, in Brasilia July 14, 2019. u00e2u20acu201d AFP pic
Life / 14 Sep 2019

Strange bed fellows unite to fight trans rights in Australia

A u00e2u20acu02dcDay of the Deadu00e2u20acu2122 Barbie doll is displayed during a presentation in Mexico City. u00e2u20acu201d AFP pic
Life / 14 Sep 2019

Barbie celebrates Day of the Dead, but not everyone is happy

The Harden Vol. 4 by James Harden and adidas Basketball. u00e2u20acu201d Picture courtesy of Adidas
Life / 14 Sep 2019

James Harden and Adidas Basketball team up again for the Harden Vol. 4

Former US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton at the 45th edition of the annual u00e2u20acu02dcThe European House Ambrosettiu00e2u20acu2122 forum on economy on September 7, 2019 at Villa Du00e2u20acu2122Este in Cernobbio, near Como, northern Italy. u00e2u20acu201d AFP Pic
Life / 14 Sep 2019

Hilary Clinton visits Venice Biennale exhibition dedicated to her 'secret' emails

Ravens are now known to be able to plan ahead, a skill previously thought to belong only to humans and great apes,according to a new study. u00e2u20acu2022 AFP pic
Life / 14 Sep 2019

Cats, dolphins and one smart raven: The CIA's secret animal spies

Violah!, which is organised by the French embassy and over 100 partners from France and Singapore, will run from October 3 to November 17. u00e2u20acu201d TODAY pic
Life / 14 Sep 2019

Celebrating all things French at Voilah! 2019 in Singapore

Members of Malaysia's indigenous Mah Meri tribe perform the 'Main Jo-oh' dance during 'Puja Pantai', a thanksgiving ritual to appease the spirits of the seas, in the village of Pulau Carey, outside Kuala Lumpur February 4, 2014. u00e2u20acu201d Reuters pic
Life / 14 Sep 2019

Mapping project seeks to secure ‘invisible’ indigenous lands

New research has found that despite concerns, there is no link between the MMR vaccine and autism. u00e2u20acu201d istock.com pic via AFP-Relaxnews
Life / 13 Sep 2019

Vaccines: Trends, mistrust and consequences

According to the study, the greatest risk occurs 30 days following administration of the medication. u00e2u20acu201d AFP pic
Life / 13 Sep 2019

Study shows frequently prescribed class of antibiotic could be responsible for cardiovascular diseases

A study conducted on mice suggests that instead of strengthening the bones, a low-calorie diet combined with regular physical activity could weaken them. u00e2u20acu201d AFP picn
Life / 13 Sep 2019

Working out on a low-calorie diet could be detrimental to bone health

This undated handout picture taken in 2019 and received on September 13, 2019 by the CQ University Australia shows researcher Alyson Wilson working on ancient Mayan skeletal remains at an undisclosed location in Mexico. u00e2u20acu201d CQ University Australia/AFP pic
Life / 13 Sep 2019

Skin-crawling discovery: ‘Body farm’ scientists find corpses move

Activists from PETA stage a demonstration outside a venue during London Fashion Week in London, Britain, September 13, 2019. u00e2u20acu201d Reuters pic
Life / 13 Sep 2019

With glue and fake blood, climate protesters target London Fashion Week

Nigerians, who took free evacuation from South Africa after xenophobic attacks on foreign nationals, arrive to Lagos airport, Nigeria September 11, 2019. u00e2u20acu201d Reuters pic
Life / 13 Sep 2019

‘I’ll never go back’: Nigerians flee S. Africa xenophobic violence

Models present creations during the St James catwalk show at London Fashion Week Menu00e2u20acu2122s in London, Britain, June 8, 2019. u00e2u20acu201d Reuters pic
Life / 13 Sep 2019

London Fashion Week opens under Brexit cloud

Life / 13 Sep 2019

Is it okay to use sex toys? Malaysian expert looks at balancing bedroom fun and human affection