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Samenta says SMEs face financial strain from sudden holidays due to penalties on contracts, triple wage payments, and disruptions to perishable inventory and delivery schedules. — Picture courtesy of Samenta

Malaysia / 12 h ago

Ad-hoc public holidays an ‘unhealthy economic habit’ that must stop, says SME association

Transport Minister Anthony Loke speaks at a press conference on the regulation and oversight of pick‑up trucks at the Ministry of Transport in Putrajaya, March 16, 2026. — Picture by Choo Choy May

Malaysia / 9 h ago

Transport Ministry clarifies use of pick‑up trucks, de‑controlled vehicles for business goods transport from April 1

US President Donald Trump holds a chart on reciprocal tariffs while speaking about how to ‘Make America Wealthy Again’ at the White House in Washington April 2, 2025. — AFP pic

Malaysia / 12 h ago

Guan Eng urges Putrajaya to help Malaysian firms reclaim share of RM543b illegal Trump tariffs

Umno president Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi shaking hands with Rembau Umno deputy chief Khairy Jamaluddin (left) at the World Trade Centre in Kual Lumpur on January 12, 2023. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 8 h ago

‘I’m coming home’: Khairy confirms formal bid to rejoin Umno after meeting Zahid

Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Federal Territories) Hannah Yeoh speaks during a press conference in Kuala Lumpur on March 14, 2026. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 11 h ago

Hannah Yeoh: KL’s RM33m road maintenance budget ‘not enough’ for a million vehicles daily

Transit through the Strait of Hormuz has been closed off by Iran, making the shipment of goods via sea routes difficult. — AFP pic

World / 12 h ago

Australia says won't send navy ship to Strait of Hormuz after Trump request

An undated photo between 1950s and 1960s of Melaka Chetti women preparing offerings for Antarmeh, the final day of the Sri Muthu Mariamman Thiruvila or Dato Chachar Festival. — Picture courtesy of MCHAM

Malaysia / 14 h ago

Father’s faith, mother’s tongue: Who are the Melaka Chettis — the Malay-speaking Hindus with a distinct Malaysian culinary heritage

People walk outside a Maybank branch in Kuala Lumpur on July 9, 2021. — Picture by Firdaus Latif

Malaysia / 7 h ago

Got a car loan? Banks offer ‘goodwill discounts’ for early settlement as hire-purchase reforms kick in

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim delivers a speech during an iftar ceremony at the Second Central Lecture Hall Complex, Universiti Malaysia Sabah in Kota Kinabalu on March 15, 2026. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 14 h ago

‘Case closed’: Anwar says 40pc Sabah revenue right final, court move only to protect credibility of past leaders

An undated file photograph shows yellow tape used by the Royal Malaysia Police to secure a perimeter. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 6 h ago

Botched jewellery store heist in PJ: Suspect shot dead following struggle with security guards

Five Spices Beef Noodles is a bowl not to be missed if you appreciate a lighter, cleaner beef broth served with egg noodles, gelatinous tendons, beef brisket and tripe — Picture by Lee Khang Yi

Eat-drink / 12 h ago

Taman Muda’s Yee Gourmet Noodle House serves up a worthy bowl of beef noodles for the lighter palate

A car believed to belong to activist Cikgu Chandra after it was set on fire in Taman Kinrara, Puchong. — Picture via social media

Malaysia / 12 h ago

Police arrest 12, including mastermind, over attack on activist Cikgu Chandra

An Iranian man gestures as he stands near destroyed homes following a military strike on the Iranian capital Tehran on March 15, 2026. — AFP pic

World / 11 h ago

Iran warns countries to keep out of war as drone hits base used by Italy

Umno president Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi today said the party’s former Youth chief Khairy Jamaluddin has formally appealed to return to the party. — Picture via Facebook/Zahid Hamidi

Malaysia / 9 h ago

Khairy Jamaluddin knocks on Umno’s door again, appeal letter delivered during Ramadan visit

An undated file photograph shows yellow tape used by the Royal Malaysia Police to secure a perimeter. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 14 h ago

Teen found dead in Taman Menglembu Impiana drain

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Military life meets farm life: Madani programme reaps RM25,000 from one tonne of produce across 96 projects

The Malaysian Armed Forces (MAF) Madani Economy Programme has generated about RM25,000 in income through the production of nearly one tonne of agricultural produce as of February this year. — Picture via Facebook/Kementerian Pertahanan Malaysia

KUALA LUMPUR, March 16 — The Malaysian Armed Forces (MAF) Madani Economy Programme has generated about RM25,000 in income through the production of nearly one tonne of agricultural produce as of February this year.Assistant Chief of Staff for Personnel Services at ATM Headquarters Major General Zahari Mohd Ariffin said the...

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The royal town of Kuala Kangsar is synonymous with the lighting of thousands of panjut lamps ahead of Aidilfitri. — Bernama pic

Life / 2 h ago

Kuala Kangsar Panjut Festival lights up Aidilfitri with bamboo, rattan and recycled cans

The lively Irish parade, featuring drummers, bagpipers, stilt walkers and dancers at the Guinness St. Patrick’s Day event. — Picture courtesy of Guinness Malaysia

Life / 4 h ago

Guinness marks St Patrick’s Day with month-long activities across Malaysia this March

iCAUR Malaysia marks its 1,800-vehicle milestone and the launch of the iCAUR Malaysia Owners Club. — Picture courtesy of iCAUR

Life / 6 h ago

EV brand iCAUR reaches 1,800 cars in Malaysia amid rising demand for its electric SUVs

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From a musical to heart tugging tales of friendship, here are some of the best Hari Raya ads and short films in 2026.

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From musical to classic tearjerkers, here are our top picks of Hari Raya ads in 2026

Suraidah Pudelani, founder and CEO of Cyberjaya-based KITAR, believes the clothing rental concept is more than just a seasonal trend and could become part of a broader evolution within Malaysia’s local fashion industry. — Picture from Instagram/kitar.app

16 h ago

Renting Raya: Malaysians embrace circular festive fashion without breaking the bank

Explosions rattled buildings in Dubai and a large cloud of smoke hung over a central area of the Middle East financial hub on March 13, 2026. — AFP pic

16 h ago

From warships to oil fires: How the Gulf fight is poisoning the planet

Entrepreneur Nur Fatin Yasmin Firdaus is helping keep the ‘ketupat’ weaving tradition alive as Muslims prepare for Aidilfitri, a festive staple often enjoyed with ‘rendang’ or peanut sauce. — Bernama pic

1d ago

More Malaysians buying ready-made ketupat casings, but some are learning weaving to keep tradition alive

Home cleaning services are seeing higher demand during Ramadan not just in the Klang Valley but even in Kelantan as families prepare their houses for Aidilfitri celebrations. — Unsplash pic

1d ago

Call in the pros: More families turn to home cleaning services to prep for Raya

Industry players in Jeddah have observed a marked rise in the sale of gold jewellery during Ramadan leading up to Aidifitri, despite the global increase in gold prices. — Unsplash pic

1d ago

Gold shines brightest in Jeddah’s pre-Eid shopping spree

Studio owner Ahmad Jimmy, 41, who has been entrenched in the photography industry since 11 years ago, said despite facing competition from technological advancements such as artificial intelligence (AI) and smartphone cameras, photography studios remain the top choice for the local community. — Bernama pic

1d ago

In Sabah, studio photography keeps Aidilfitri memories alive despite smartphone era

Over several decades, Maybank has acquired and received artworks by Malaysian artists, many of these works have inhabited its buildings and workspaces, often encountered in passing. — Picture by Choo Choy May

1d ago

After decades behind office doors, Maybank’s art collection finally meets the public

Market research firm Grand View Research forecasts the Korean hair care market expanding from US$3.8 billion in 2024 to US$6.1 billion by 2030 at an average annual growth of 8.4 per cent, according to the report. — Picture via Facebook

2d ago

Global craze for Korean hair care drives exports to record $478m

People breaking their fast at Perbadanan Putrajaya during the holy month of Ramadan, Putrajaya, March 19, 2024. — Picture by Shafwan Zaidon

2d ago

Alone but not empty: Turning distance into reflection and resilience

The tool will learn about users from information in their accounts, and Tinder plans to eventually let people augment that by answering questionnaires and providing access to photo archives, according to the company. — AFP pic

2d ago

Looking for love? Tinder rolls out AI-powered ‘Chemistry’ matchmaking test

(From left) Lori Glaze, acting associate administrator, Exploration Systems Development Mission Directorate, John Honeycutt, chair, Artemis II Mission Management Team, Shawn Quinn, manager, Exploration Ground Systems Program and Norm Knight, director, Flight Operations Directorate participate in a press conference about revisions and fixes being done to numerous Artemis II rocket components at the Kennedy Space Center in Cape Canaveral, Florida, on March 12, 2026. — AFP pic

13 Mar 2026

Moon mission countdown: Nasa targets April 1 for Artemis 2 launch

Attendees try a traditional dance routine during the announcement of the upcoming KL Fest 2026 at GMBB Kuala Lumpur on March 13, 2026. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin

13 Mar 2026

Get ready for KL Fest: A month-long celebration of arts and heritage in the heart of the city

Lim Shyang Guey, 66, speaks to the media during a press conference about his run in support of children with cancer, in Kuala Lumpur on March 12, 2026. — Picture by Raymond Manuel

13 Mar 2026

A promise to his late wife: Retiree to run 2,200km across peninsular Malaysia for children with cancer

Ron Hubbard looks through a survival shelter at the Atlas Survival Shelters factory in Sulphur Springs, Texas on March 7, 2026. — AFP pic

13 Mar 2026

Digging in: War fears spark a bunker boom — and not just among ‘crazy Americans’

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