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Chefs Ong Ai Li and Josh Chua spent close to two decades working in some of Singapore’s most esteemed restaurants. Now, they are back in Malaysia with a restaurant of their own: Nude. — Picture by Choo Choy May

Eat-drink / 16 h ago

From Michelin-starred kitchens in Singapore to a food court in Kuala Lumpur: How Ong Ai Li and Josh Chua built Nude in Bangsar

Musk’s latest tribute to Lee Kuan Yew centres on an unlikely invention: air conditioning. — Reuters file pic

Singapore / 9 h ago

Elon Musk says Singapore’s founding PM Lee Kuan Yew was a ‘genius’ — because of air conditioning

Malaysian Bar president Anand Raj, who was elected in March, says the statutory body’s court challenges are not political. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin

Malaysia / 14 h ago

Nothing ‘personal’: Malaysian Bar not against Zahid, Najib; court challenges law-based, president says

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim remains the highest-rated political leader in Malaysia with a 52 per cent approval rating, according to a Merdeka Center survey released on June 25. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 8 h ago

Anwar remains Malaysia’s most popular leader, with Khairy close behind as economy tops voter concerns, Merdeka Center survey finds

Umno supreme council member Datuk Seri Puad Zarkashi speaks during a press conference at the World Trade Centre Kuala Lumpur June 7, 2023. Picture by Firdaus Latif

Malaysia / 15 h ago

Puad Zarkashi exits Umno ahead of Johor state election

Voters show their inked fingers after early voting for the Johor State Election at a polling station in Johor Bahru on March 8, 2022. — Picture by Hari Anggara

Malaysia / 19 h ago

These 21 Johor seats decided two elections — Will they decide a third on July 11?

People walk through Bangkok. Officials have urged residents to avoid outdoor activities during peak afternoon hours after the capital entered the ‘Danger’ heat zone. — AFP pic

World / 11 h ago

Bangkok bakes under ‘dangerous’ 51.9°C heat index, Thailand govt opens cooling shelters

Umno secretary-general Datuk Dr Asyraf Wajdi Dusuki delivers a speech at the Umno 80th anniversary convention at the World Trade Centre Kuala Lumpur on May 2, 2026. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 12 h ago

Umno sec-gen alleges Puad Zarkashi quit because his son was not picked for Johor election

The woman’s undercover investigation helped expose an online group with more than 79,000 members after her ex allegedly shared her intimate images without her consent. ― iStock pic

Singapore / 13 h ago

Singapore woman goes undercover to expose religious-themed sex group after ex’s revenge porn campaign

A nationwide study found 52 per cent of Malaysian women surveyed could say “no” to sex with their husband or partner, with different ethnic and religious groups and those with different education and income levels reporting different percentages. — Picture by Choo Choy May

Malaysia / 9 h ago

Only half of Malaysian women say they can refuse sex with spouse or partner, survey finds

A Singapore woman has been jailed after her niece discovered the family’s Myanmar domestic helper bleeding during a visit, exposing months of abuse, according to The Straits Times. — AFP pic

Singapore / 16 h ago

Woman jailed in Singapore after niece catches sight of bloodied domestic helper during family visit

A ‘live’ feed shows SpaceX CEO Elon Musk on the day of SpaceX’s initial public offering (IPO) at the Nasdaq MarketSite, in New York June 12, 2026. — Reuters pic

Money / 16 h ago

Musk’s trillionaire crown lasts less than two weeks after SpaceX rout

Defence Minister Datuk Seri Mohamed Khaled Nordin said details on the delivery timeline would be announced later and stressed that the procurement process would be carried out transparently. — Picture by Firdaus Latif.

Malaysia / 13 h ago

Malaysia acquires French CAESAR artillery systems, eyes homegrown weapons for ANKA-S fleet, says Khaled

The first Asia's Upperground held in Genting Highlands on June 20 saw thousands of fans treated to a night of melodic techno, fireworks and brilliant cinematic visuals and production. — Picture courtesy of NEON Projects

Showbiz / 11 h ago

From Genting to Bangkok: How a Malaysian organiser built two of Asia’s top 100 music festivals

The Sessions Court in Kuala Lumpur was told today that Petronas’ Cyber Security Department confirmed a former manager disclosed the national oil company’s business and financial structure to Petroleum Sarawak Berhad (Petros) on June 8, 2024. —Picture by Firdaus Latif

Malaysia / 6 h ago

Ex-Petronas manager leaked confidential data to Petros, Cyber Security unit confirms, court told

Malaysia

5 h ago

New Rembau Undang installation to be formalised at Istana Besar Seri Menanti this Saturday

The royal decree was conveyed by Tunku Besar Seri Menanti, Tunku Ali Redhauddin Tuanku Muhriz, during an audience with the Datuk-Datuk Adat of Rembau at Istana Besar Seri Menanti today. — Bernama pic

KUALA PILAH, June 25 —The Yang Dipertuan Besar of Negeri Sembilan, Tuanku Muhriz Tuanku Munawir, has consented to hold the royal audience ceremony to formalise the installation of the Undang of Luak Rembau at Istana Besar Seri Menanti this Saturday.The royal decree was conveyed by Tunku Besar Seri Menanti, Tunku...

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Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Minister Datuk Armizan Mohd Ali said the study on the proposed legislation began in April 2024, with the final report now available on the Ministry of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living’s (KPDN) website. — Bernama pic

6 h ago

Govt drafting new law to tighten e-commerce platform accountability, plug regulatory gaps

Deputy Home Minister Datuk Seri Dr Shamsul Anuar Nasarah said no officer would be affected in terms of promotion prospects, seniority, retirement benefits or welfare if they choose to remain under their original service scheme within their respective agencies. — Picture from X/Bernama

7 h ago

Govt says border control officers safe in service scheme transition, assures no loss of benefits

Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability Deputy Minister Syed Ibrahim Syed Noh said the relocation of the three elephants, named Dara, Amoi and Kelat, forms part of a 25-year strategic ex-situ conservation cooperation programme between Taiping Zoo and Night Safari (ZTNS) and Tennoji Zoo. — Picture from Facebook/Tennoji Zoo

7 h ago

Elephants under watch in Japan as Malaysia tracks welfare of trio sent to Tennoji Zoo

Parti Sosialis Malaysia (PSM) deputy chairperson S. Arutchelvan presents the party’s candidate appointment letter to Amir Syafiq Ameer Soekre, 40, during a press conference announcing the party’s candidate at the PSM operations room in Taman Skudai Baru, Johor Bahru, June 25, 2026. — Bernama pic

7 h ago

PSM fields lone candidate in Johor state election, targets Skudai seat

Johor police chief CP Datuk Ab Rahaman Arsad said the reports were lodged by various parties, including a former Johor state executive councillor and the political secretary to the Johor Menteri Besar. — Bernama pic

7 h ago

Johor top cop: 153 police reports lodged nationwide over Puad Zarkashi’s alleged remarks

Among the key issues highlighted was a practice known as ‘unbundling’, where hospitals impose separate charges for basic items such as pillowcases, alcohol swabs and clinical waste disposal, which are typically included in standard room fees. — Pexels.com pic

7 h ago

PAC flags hospital billing practices, warns of drivers behind rising medical inflation

Election Commission (EC) secretary Datuk Khairul Shahril Idrus said all nomination papers must be submitted at 56 nomination centres, which will be open from 9am to 10am. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin

8 h ago

EC tells Johor candidates: Early form checks, deposit payments key to smooth nominations

Umno Information chief Datuk Seri Azalina Othman Said said the party’s maturity and discipline required all factions to accept the decisions made and move forward together, despite dissatisfaction following the candidate nominations. — Bernama pic

8 h ago

Azalina urges Umno unity, tells members to back party choices after Johor candidate tensions

Johor Umno Youth chief Noor Azleen Ambros speaks to reporters after lodging a police report over a statement by Datuk Puad Zarkashi, at the Seri Alam District Police Headquarters in Johor Bahru, June 25, 2026. — Bernama pic

8 h ago

Johor Umno Youth files police report against Puad Zarkashi over alleged 3R remarks

In a statement today, MetMalaysia indicated that the severe weather is expected to hit Perlis, Kedah, Perak (Larut, Matang and Selama, Hulu Perak, Bagan Datuk, Hilir Perak, Batang Padang and Mualim) and Terengganu (Kuala Nerus, Hulu Terengganu, Kuala Terengganu, Marang and Dungun). — Bernama pic

8 h ago

Thunderstorm alert for KL and nine states until 8pm, MetMalaysia warns of heavy rain and winds

The proposal for direct elections for the KL mayor received 58 per cent support nationwide, compared to 19 per cent who opposed it. — Photo by Hari Anggara

8 h ago

Merdeka Center survey: KL mayor election proposal wins majority support as reform drive gains traction

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim remains the highest-rated political leader in Malaysia with a 52 per cent approval rating, according to a Merdeka Center survey released on June 25. — Bernama pic

8 h ago

Anwar remains Malaysia’s most popular leader, with Khairy close behind as economy tops voter concerns, Merdeka Center survey finds

A nationwide study found 52 per cent of Malaysian women surveyed could say “no” to sex with their husband or partner, with different ethnic and religious groups and those with different education and income levels reporting different percentages. — Picture by Choo Choy May

9 h ago

Only half of Malaysian women say they can refuse sex with spouse or partner, survey finds

Kuala Lumpur police chief Commissioner Datuk Fadil Marsus said the unidentified suspect was one of three individuals in a Proton Wira being pursued by police after they were suspected of being involved in criminal activity before the vehicle collided with another motorist. — Bernama pic

9 h ago

Man dies after allegedly jumping from flyover in NPE police chase, two others arrested

9 h ago

MACC opening five control rooms to track election ‘treats’ in Johor

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