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Under the Sumbang Tunai Rahmah (STR), eligible recipients receive direct cash assistance from the government to help cover living costs. — Picture by Yusof Isa
Malaysia  / 18 h ago

With Sara closing, Malaysians can access alternative govt cash and subsidy programmes

The 100 AM Daiso store in Singapore first opened in February 2018 and was one of 33 outlets around the island, and will be closing on January 4, 2026. — Social media screengrabs from 100ammall and DAISO Singapore
Singapore  / 11 h ago

Singapore shoppers lose another Japanese store as Daiso to close 100 AM outlet

Rain clouds are seen over the city centre in Kuala Lumpur, on Dec 8, 2024. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 15 h ago

MetMalaysia issues thunderstorm warning for Klang Valley, six states until 1pm

Despite nearly 80 per cent of speed tests being conducted on 5G-capable devices, most Malaysian users still spend two-thirds of their time on 4G networks due to coverage gaps. — Picture by Mukhriz Hashim
Malaysia  / 16 h ago

Malaysia’s 5G speeds have nearly halved as network comes under strain, Ookla reports

In a statement uploaded on his Facebook page, Johor Menteri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi said the declaration was made in compliance with the decree of the Regent of Johor, Tunku Mahkota Ismail, as a mark of celebration for the team’s outstanding achievement in continuing its dominance in Malaysian football. — Picture from Facebook/Onn Hafiz Ghazi
Malaysia  / 16 h ago

Johor declares special public holiday after JDT’s FA Cup 2025 win, SPM exams to proceed as scheduled

File picture of the Federal Highway, October 14, 2020 heading towards Kuala Lumpur. Works Minister Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi said the decision was taken as the proposal to upgrade the 34.59-kilometre stretch of FT2 from Kuala Lumpur to Port Klang is no longer economically viable, due to the high costs of land and asset acquisition, as well as the potential social impact should the project proceed. — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa
Malaysia  / 12 h ago

No upgrade for Federal Highway from KL-Port Klang: Govt flags sky-high costs, social impact

According to the author, DAP’s quiet on key issues—from Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi’s DNAA to Tan Sri Azam Baki’s contract extension and ongoing corruption under Madani — risks alienating Chinese voters, a lesson already seen in Sabah’s polls. — Picture by Ahmad Zamzahuri
What You Think  / 15 h ago

The end of DAP’s ‘Golden Era’? — Izmil Amri

Instagram, TikTok, Snapchat, YouTube, Facebook, Twitch, and Reddit applications are displayed on a mobile phone in this illustration on December 9, 2025. — Reuters pic
Malaysia  / 13 h ago

MCMC: WhatsApp, TikTok, Facebook, YouTube to be auto-registered under Malaysian licensing from Jan 1

A general view shows the exterior of the Seri Negara in Kuala Lumpur on December 15, 2025. — Picture by Yusof Isa
Malaysia  / 11 h ago

A symbol reborn: Historic Seri Negara reopens to public on Dec 20 after meticulous restoration

People hold placards during a Hanukkah menorah lighting in Berlin, Germany on December 14, 2025, in solidarity with Australians after the Bondi Beach shooting. — AFP pic
World  / 16 h ago

Fruit seller disarms Bondi Beach gunman, now hospitalised with gunshot wounds as world hail him as ‘hero’

Lawyer Rajesh Nagarajan and Arun Dorasamy with the families of the victims of the Durian Tunggal police shooting giving a press conference and revealing newly obtained critical evidence in relation to the killing of the three victims at Lawyers for Liberty in Petaling Jaya, December 15, 2025. — Picture by Choo Choy May
Malaysia  / 11 h ago

Durian Tunggal shooting: Lawyers demand Melaka police chief be placed on garden leave after whistleblower challenges police timeline

Personal belongings lie at the scene of a deadly shooting during a Jewish celebration at Sydney’s Bondi Beach on December 15, 2025. — AFP pic
World  / 16 h ago

Bondi shooting leaves 16 dead as Australian police identify father-and-son gunmen in alleged antisemitic attack

Bollards line a pedestrian walkway in Kuala Lumpur, serving as safety barriers to keep vehicles off the pavement. — DBKL pic
Malaysia  / 14 h ago

Not just decor: DBKL reminds public of bollards’ crucial role in pedestrian safety

Police lead former Hong Kong media mogul Jimmy Lai away from his home after his arrest under the national security law in 2020; Lai was found guilty on December 15, 2025, of collusion and sedition. — AFP pic
World  / 14 h ago

Apple Daily founder Jimmy Lai found guilty under Hong Kong security law, faces possible life sentence

A general view of the Seri Negara in Kuala Lumpur on December 15, 2025. — Picture by Yusof Isa
Malaysia  / 13 h ago

‘Not a place for elites’: Anwar says Seri Negara must be symbol for all Malaysians

Tenaga Nasional Berhad (TNB) will continue its mission to improve the lives of Malaysians by upgrading the national grid. — Picture by Shafwan Zaidon
Life / 02 Jun 2023

TNB continues to invest big in energy for betterment of Malaysians 

Fishermen Lim Kee Hwa (left) and Teo Kun Chui (right) prepare their nets to cast into the sea. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin
Life / 02 Jun 2023

Facing the tide: The daily lives of Sekinchan fishermen

Research suggests that junk food may have an impact on deep slow-wave sleep, supposedly the most restorative sleep phase. ― Shutterstock pic
Life / 02 Jun 2023

Junk food could also be bad for our sleep, scientists say

Cow's milk may still be the standard in many regions but a growing number of consumers are looking at plant-based alternatives. ― AFP file pic
Life / 02 Jun 2023

What type of milk is best for you?

A model presents a creation for Roberto Cavalli on February 22, 2023 during the Fall-Winter 2023-2024 Women's Collections as part of the Fashion Week in Milan. — AFP pic
Life / 01 Jun 2023

Roberto Cavalli launches ‘disruptive’ capsule collection in London

People balance a can of beer as they attend the so-called ‘Beer Yoga event’ in Copenhagen, on May 31, 2023. — AFP pic
Life / 01 Jun 2023

Danish yogis celebrate the brew

People visit the ‘meowseum’, a privately funded cat museum and cafe where some 30 friendly felines roam freely throughout the exhibition space, in Tehran, on May 30, 2023. — AFP pic
Life / 01 Jun 2023

Purrfect for Persians: Tehran’s ‘meowseum’

Instead of birthday gifts, Cheryl Teh asked her friends to donate to Perak Women for Women Society. — Picture via Facebook/ Cheryl Teh
Life / 01 Jun 2023

Selangor choir leader raise funds in conjunction with birthday for past three years to help Perak NGO 

From Cannes to the Met Gala, the hooded dress has made a comeback on the red carpet. ― AFP pic
Life / 01 Jun 2023

The hooded dress is a streetwear-inspired trend that's back in style for summer

WORQ’s new coworking space in Menara UOA Bangsar aims to bring value to local startups and the tech community. — Picture courtesy of WORQ
Life / 01 Jun 2023

WORQ and UOA Group’s joint effort to revolutionise office space at Menara UOA Bangsar