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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

Customers at the restaurant stood up when the National Anthem was played. u00e2u20acu2022 Screengrab via Facebook/Che Zulkefli
Life / 04 Sep 2019

Subang Jaya eatery plays ‘Negaraku’, Malaysians stand midway through meals to show respect

Less than six hours sleep a night could be bad for heart health according to new research. u00e2u20acu2022 AFP pic
Life / 04 Sep 2019

Study: Sleeping too much or too little linked with increased heart attack risk

David Beckham, his wife Victoria Beckham and one of their sons, Brooklyn Beckham arrive to the GQ Men of The Year Awards 2019 in London September 3, 2019. u00e2u20acu201d Reuters pic
Life / 04 Sep 2019

David Beckham, Greta Thunberg among winners at GQ awards in London

Salman Rushdie attends the opening day of the Positive Economy Forum in Le Havre, north-western France September 13, 2016. u00e2u20acu201d AFP pic
Life / 04 Sep 2019

Atwood, Rushdie shortlisted for Booker Prize

Eating fish during pregnancy is not linked to autism according to new research. u00e2u20acu201d AFP pic
Life / 04 Sep 2019

Study: Exposure to certain environmental factors in early life may increase a child's risk of high blood pressure

After Paris, the show travels to the Saatchi Gallery in London in November, and then continues touring other cities until 2024. u00e2u20acu201d Picture courtesy of Saatchi Gallery
Life / 04 Sep 2019

Blockbuster King Tut show breaks French attendance record

American bestselling young adult author Nicola Yoon, whose novels u00e2u20acu02dcEverything, Everythingu00e2u20acu2122 and u00e2u20acu02dcThe Sun Is Also A Staru00e2u20acu2122 were adapted into hit movies, will headline the new SWF Youth Fringe in November. u00e2u20acu201d TODAY pic
Life / 04 Sep 2019

Memes, text-speak, poetry in Korean drama: Singapore Writers Festival adds new features aimed at young

Award winner Canadian writer Margaret Atwood smiles as she speaks during the ceremony of the Peace Prize of the German Book Trade at the Church of St Paul in Frankfurt October 15, 2017. u00e2u20acu201d Reuters pic
Life / 04 Sep 2019

Atwood, Alexis among 12 authors to compete for Canada’s Giller Prize

Armani beauty's Global Beauty Ambassador Cate Blanchett with Armani beauty faces Madisin Rian, Greta Ferro, Sara Sampaio and Barbara Palvin during the 76th Venice International Film Festival. u00e2u20acu2022 Picture courtesy of Armani Beauty via AFP
Life / 04 Sep 2019

Armani Beauty revamps its classic lip colour for Venice International Film Festival

Prince Harry and Meghan's travel arrangements raised controversy because of the prince's previously outspoken stance on the need to tackle climate change. u00e2u20acu2022 AFP pic
Life / 04 Sep 2019

Prince Harry launches eco-tourism scheme after private jet criticism

A pop-up food hall is about to set up shop at the foot of the Eiffel Tower for a month. u00e2u20acu2022 IStock.com/AFP pic
Life / 04 Sep 2019

Eiffel Tower is world's most popular tourist attraction, according to Instagram

Vandrico's database already contains details of 115 wearable techology devices, whith health and fitness leading the way. u00e2u20acu201d Shutterstock.com
Life / 03 Sep 2019

Spending 20 years of your life sedentary could double your risk of death, says new study

Menopausal women who take hormone therapy for symptoms such as hot flashes can also improve bone mass and structure with the treatment according to new research. u00e2u20acu201d IStock.com pic via AFP
Life / 03 Sep 2019

Those with heart disease could benefit even more from doing exercise than healthy individuals

Residents are pictured while a fire burns a tract of Amazon jungle as it is cleared by loggers and farmers near Porto Velho, Brazil August 27, 2019. u00e2u20acu201d Reuters pic
Life / 03 Sep 2019

Fire hazard: Children struggle to breathe as smoke chokes Amazon city

Scientists have identified the mechanism that allows breast cancer cells to remain hidden for years in other parts of the body. u00e2u20acu201d AFP pic
Life / 03 Sep 2019

Cancer now ‘leading cause of death’ in rich countries

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 / 03 Sep 2019

‘Fear gives us energy’: Sarajevo braces for first Pride parade