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Two men, including 78‑year‑old, trapped on 14th‑floor ledge at Jelutong flats — Bernama pic/JBPM

Malaysia / 13 h ago

Elderly man, neighbour trapped on 14th‑floor ledge rescued unharmed by Penang firefighters

The Madani Government does not plan to buyout Datasonic Technologies Sdn Bhd (DTSB), a company that provides services related to people’s identity, according to the National Security Council (MKN). — Picture by Raymond Manuel

Malaysia / 14 h ago

NSC blocks Datasonic takeover, vows to shield MyKad and passport identity under strict oversight

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, Sarawak Premier Tan Sri Abang Johari Openg, and Sabah Chief Minister Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor hold a press conference at the Brunei International Airport in Bandar Seri Begawan on August 21, 2026. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 17 h ago

Anwar: No compromise on territorial rights in Malaysia-Brunei border talks

Saik Wai Fong at Eng Seng Kuih Kapit. — Picture courtesy of Penang Global Tourism

Malaysia / 3 h ago

Penang’s Eng Seng keeps traditional charcoal-fired ‘kuih kapit’ alive year-round

Universiti Malaya (UM) academic Dr Lee Yee Qing became the first Malaysian scientist to receive the American Society of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene (ASTMH) Young Investigator Award. — Picture via Facebook/U.S. Embassy Kuala Lumpur

Malaysia / 14 h ago

UM scientist Lee Yee Qing clinches prestigious Young Investigator Award in tropical medicine research

A US federal judge has struck down a government ban on visas to nationals from 75 countries who wish to settle in the country indefinitely, dealing a blow to President Donald Trump’s immigration crackdown. — AFP pic

World / 13 h ago

US judge strikes down Trump’s 75-country visa ban

A screen grab shows a Renault Captur on fire following a collision on the Setiawangsa-Pantai Expressway.

Malaysia / 18 h ago

Renault Captur gutted by fire after crashing into Honda City on SPE

Nationwide air quality mostly moderate, no areas record good, very unhealthy or hazardous. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 14 h ago

DOE tracks 68 stations nationwide, no areas report good air as haze worsens

Expedition leader Dr Razak Terhem at the conference after the Closing of the Scientific Expedition on Biodiversity at Bukit Papan Forest Reserve, Kuala Perlis today. — Bernama pic

Life / 3 h ago

Rare black tokay gecko found only in one state in Malaysia discovered during expedition

Communications Minister Datuk Seri Fahmi Fadzil is accompanied by MELILEA Group chairman Datuk Prof Dr Alan Wong during a visit to the MELILEA Headquarters in Bangsar South in conjunction with his presence at the MELILEA Voice Star 2026 press conference in Kuala Lumpur on August 20, 2026. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 17 h ago

Fahmi: PM’s remarks on China and Taiwan consistent with Malaysia’s policy since Tun Razak’s time

The finding offers hope for tackling per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, or PFAS, which are difficult to break down because their carbon-fluorine bonds are among the strongest chemical bonds. PFAS have become a global environmental and health issue in recent years, accumulating in water, soil and wildlife. — Pexels pic

Life / 13 h ago

Japanese university finds river bacteria that remove ‘forever chemicals’

Freight trains are seen as Canada seeks to reduce its reliance on the US market following 50 per cent new tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump. — Unsplash pic

Money / 19 h ago

Canada plots economic Plan B as Trump’s 50pc tariffs bite

Google Earth satellite imagery shows the monastery in Myaung, Myanmar, where a military airstrike killed 11 men and three women during a Buddhist meditation retreat on August 21, 2026.

World / 17 h ago

Myanmar airstrike hits monastery in Myaung, killing 14 people on Buddhist retreat

Chanel bags and a Tradeluxury call card are pictured as the former director of the Singapore-based online luxury-bag reseller faces charges linked to the multimillion-dollar scam. — Picture from Instagram/tradeluxurysg

Singapore / 18 h ago

Designer bags, dodgy money and Thai properties, now a third director faces the music in Singapore scam saga

Lionel Messi lashed out at Quinn Sullivan of Philadelphia Union during their match on Wednesday, catching the midfielder on the back of the head. — Getty Images via AFP pic

Sports / 15 h ago

Lionel Messi fined after slapping opponent in heated MLS clash

Malaysia

2 m ago

Diesel subsidy improvements to be announced within a month, says Armizan

Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Minister Datuk Armizan Mohd Ali said the Federal government is expected to announce improvements to the diesel subsidy mechanism in less than a month. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin

PAPAR, Aug 23 — The Federal government is expected to announce improvements to the diesel subsidy mechanism in less than a month, said Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Minister Datuk Armizan Mohd Ali. He said the Ministry of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living (KPDN) is optimistic that the announcement...

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A man suffered burns to his arm while a hotel restaurant here was completely destroyed in a fire yesterday afternoon. — Picture courtesy of Fire and Rescue Department

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Man suffers burns as fire destroys hotel restaurant in Semporna

Defence Minister Datuk Seri Mohamed Khaled Nordin will have an audience with the Regent of Johor, Tunku Mahkota Ismail, to brief him on administrative issues within the Malaysian Armed Forces. — Picture by Firdaus Latif.

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Khaled Nordin seeks audience with Johor Regent to clarify MAF and Mindef management issues

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has assured that the close ties between the Federal Government under his leadership and the state governments of Sarawak and Sabah will continue to be strengthened based on mutual respect and trust. — Bernama pic

1 h ago

Anwar vows stronger federal–Sabah–Sarawak cooperation ahead of MA63 meeting

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim was conferred the Most Esteemed Family Order of Laila Utama by the Sultan of Brunei, Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah in Bandar Seri Begawan August 22, 2026. — Bernama pic

1 h ago

Anwar: ALC‑27 boosts Malaysia‑Brunei strategic cooperation and bilateral goodwill

Saik Wai Fong at Eng Seng Kuih Kapit. — Picture courtesy of Penang Global Tourism

3 h ago

Penang’s Eng Seng keeps traditional charcoal-fired ‘kuih kapit’ alive year-round

Police have arrested seven local men following a fight at a car park in front of a grocery store here, which was captured on video that has gone viral on social media since yesterday. — Picture by Raymond Manuel

13 h ago

Police: Seven men arrested after viral car park fight in front of Bintulu grocery store

Two men, including 78‑year‑old, trapped on 14th‑floor ledge at Jelutong flats — Bernama pic/JBPM

13 h ago

Elderly man, neighbour trapped on 14th‑floor ledge rescued unharmed by Penang firefighters

The Madani Government does not plan to buyout Datasonic Technologies Sdn Bhd (DTSB), a company that provides services related to people’s identity, according to the National Security Council (MKN). — Picture by Raymond Manuel

14 h ago

NSC blocks Datasonic takeover, vows to shield MyKad and passport identity under strict oversight

Nationwide air quality mostly moderate, no areas record good, very unhealthy or hazardous. — Bernama pic

14 h ago

DOE tracks 68 stations nationwide, no areas report good air as haze worsens

Universiti Malaya (UM) academic Dr Lee Yee Qing became the first Malaysian scientist to receive the American Society of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene (ASTMH) Young Investigator Award. — Picture via Facebook/U.S. Embassy Kuala Lumpur

14 h ago

UM scientist Lee Yee Qing clinches prestigious Young Investigator Award in tropical medicine research

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has expressed his appreciation to Brunei for the warm welcome and hospitality extended to him and the entire Malaysian delegation throughout their stay in the country. — Picture via Facebook/Anwar Ibrahim

14 h ago

PM Anwar thanks Brunei for warm welcome, hospitality during two‑day Annual Leaders’ Consultation

A Malaysian man detained by Pakistani authorities during a raid on a fraudulent call centre in Islamabad recently has been released and has safely returned home. — Picture by Raymond Manuel

15 h ago

Police confirm Malaysian among 258 foreigners held in Pakistan scam raid now freed, home

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim with Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah at the Nurul Iman Palace today. — Bernama pic

15 h ago

Malaysia, Brunei voice concern over West Asia tensions, urge restraint and respect for sovereignty

The Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) has issued a warning of thunderstorms, heavy rain and strong winds in several areas in Kelantan, Sarawak and Sabah until 7pm today. — Bernama pic

16 h ago

MetMalaysia warns thunderstorms, heavy rain and strong winds in Kelantan, Sarawak, Sabah until 7pm

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, Sarawak Premier Tan Sri Abang Johari Openg, and Sabah Chief Minister Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor hold a press conference at the Brunei International Airport in Bandar Seri Begawan on August 21, 2026. — Bernama pic

17 h ago

Anwar: No compromise on territorial rights in Malaysia-Brunei border talks

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