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The main suspect in the case involving a woman’s body found in a bag buried at a house in Kampung Batu 4, Pedas, Rembau, is seen being brought to the Magistrate’s Court in Seremban yesterday. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 9 h ago

‘We trusted him’: Family says Pedas murder suspect picked up kids ‘like nothing happened’ after killing

Malaysia’s national flag is raised during the handover of the South-east Asian Games (SEA Games) from Thailand to Malaysia at the closing ceremony of the 33rd SEA Games in Rajamangala National Stadium, Bangkok, December 20, 2025. — AFP pic
Sports  / 9 h ago

‘Kap khun krap’, Thailand: Malaysia turn the page with best SEA Games haul abroad

Raja Permaisuri Agong Raja Zarith Sofiah (fourth from left) poring over manuscripts and letters from Malay Rulers during a visit to the British Library in London on December 16, 2025. — Picture from Facebook/Sultan Ibrahim Sultan Iskandar
Malaysia  / 11 h ago

Queen cautions against blanket claims over ‘stolen’ Malaysian artefacts from colonial era

The Football Association of Malaysia (FAM) has been fined by the AFC following matchday delays and a post-match media breach during Malaysia’s Asian Cup qualifier at Bukit Jalil Stadium. — Picture by Raymond Manuel
Sports  / 7 h ago

Late whistles and missing media duties land Malaysian football fresh AFC fines

The Makam Sheikh Omar features Moorish architecture with intricate arabesque details on its dome, Kampung Melayu, Air Itam. — Picture by Opalyn Mok
Life  / 13 h ago

‘Most handsome tomb in Penang’: Sheikh Omar’s mausoleum, a hidden gem in Air Itam’s historic Malay village

Police were seen at St Joseph’s Church in Upper Bukit Timah, Singapore, this morning after a suspicious item prompted the evacuation of the premises and cancellation of Mass services. — Picture from Facebook/St Joseph's Church
Singapore  / 11 h ago

Singapore police secure St Joseph’s Church after suspicious item found, specialist military unit deployed

BN chairman Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi speaks at the 17th Makkal Sakti Party annual general meeting in Butterworth, Penang on December 21, 2025. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 5 h ago

BN may rebrand or form new entity, Zahid says as coalition navigates outdated constitution

Nathan, a senior assistant interchange supervisor with SBS Transit, alongside the thank-you note sent by a Malaysian traveller he helped after recovering a lost passport in Singapore. — Picture via Facebook/SBS Transit
Singapore  / 5 h ago

Lost Malaysian passport in Singapore, night at McDonald’s, then stranger’s kindness and a way home

A whole eel ‘unaju’ at Unagiya Edonadai AMON. — Picture by Ethan Lau
Eat-drink  / 12 h ago

Unagiya Edonadai AMON: A Tokyo ‘unagi’ speciality restaurant arrives in 1 Mont Kiara

Former UKM lecturer Sharifah Munirah Alatas (pictured) and other academics criticised profit-driven university rankings and publishing, urging alternative evaluation methods. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin
Malaysia  / 10 h ago

‘It’s become a game’: Academics call global university rankings profit-driven, urge Malaysian institutions to rethink priorities

Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi (third from right) officiates the 2025 Huffaz Gathering & Nusantara Da’wah Symphony at Masjid Tuminah Hamidi in Bagan Datuk, Perak on December 21, 2025. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 3 h ago

Malaysia introduces SPTM, aiming to make tahfiz centres models of excellence

South Korea’s An Se-young won the World Tour Finals with a 21-13 18-21 21-10 win over defending champion Wang Zhiyi today for her 11th title in 2025, equalling Japan great Kento Momota’s record of most titles in a calendar year in singles competition. — AFP pic
Sports  / 1 h ago

South Korea’s An Se‑young wins World Tour Finals, equals Momota record for singles titles

A traveller uses an automated immigration clearance lane at Changi Airport, as Singapore moves to stop ineligible passengers before they board flights. — SoyaCincau pic
Singapore  / 10 h ago

Before you board: Singapore to block ineligible air passengers after 41,800 denied entry in 11 months

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said targeted fuel subsidy has long been debated, adding that it is his government that carried it out. — Picture from Facebook/Anwar Ibrahim
Malaysia  / 3 h ago

Budi95: Anwar says govt saves RM800m, Malaysians benefit as every ringgit returns via Rahmah Cash and Sara

Malaysia’s Aaron Chia and Soh Wooi Yik play a point during their men’s doubles match against India’s Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty at the BWF World Tour Finals in Hangzhou December 19, 2025. — AFP pic
Sports  / 4 h ago

Coach Herry: Aaron Chia-Soh Wooi Yik must fix fitness to stay with the world’s best

According to Seri Alam District police chief Supt Mohd Suhaimi Ishak, the woman was introduced to the scheme by a local man she met on Instagram, who demonstrated the investment process and presented the purported high-profit projections she stood to earn by joining the scheme. — Reuters pic
Malaysia / 22 Jul 2024

In Johor, lured by high returns, international school staff member loses RM190,000 in cryptocurrency scam

BN chairman Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi speaks at the Sabah BN Assembly and Sabah BN Convention in conjunction with the 50th Anniversary and Golden Jubilee Celebration of BN in Sandakan, July 21, 2024. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 22 Jul 2024

No component parties, friends of BN marginalised, says Zahid amid claims of growing discontent within MCA 

Hulu Selangor district deputy police chief DSP Mohd Asri Mohd Yunus said the arrest followed a report from the suspect’s wife on the same day, stating they had a disagreement and revealing that her husband owned a pistol, national news agency Bernama reported yesterday. ― Reuters pic
Malaysia / 22 Jul 2024

In Hulu Selangor, domestic dispute leads to seizure of pistol and 18 bullets by cops

A screenshot of the missing Albertine Leo Jia Hui aged six who was last seen at the Eco Galleria mall in Iskandar Puteri, Johor Baru. — Picture from Facebook/Onn Hafiz Ghazi
Malaysia / 22 Jul 2024

Search for six-year-old girl who went missing in Iskandar Puteri mall gets Johor MB’s attention

In a statement today, MOE emphasised that these guidelines, among other things, prohibit donations derived from gambling, tobacco, drugs, alcohol, and similar activities that could negatively impact students’ intellectual, spiritual, emotional, and physical development. — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa
Malaysia / 22 Jul 2024

Stick to guidelines for programmes and donations; none from gambling, tobacco, drugs, alcohol firms, Education Ministry tells schools

Members of the Bangladesh Army gesture as they patrol in an armoured vehicle on the second-day of curfew, as violence erupted in parts of the country after protests by students against government job quotas, in Dhaka, Bangladesh, July 21, 2024. — Reuters pic
Malaysia / 22 Jul 2024

Families urge swift evacuation of Malaysian students from troubled Bangladesh as lethal clashes continue

Kota Tinggi district police chief Supt Hussin Zamora said the body of Muhammad Syahmie Zamzam, 26, was discovered approximately 1,500 metres from the location where he was initially reported missing. — Picture from social media
Malaysia / 22 Jul 2024

In Johor, man drowns at Pantai Batu Layar; search continues for missing friend, say Kota Tinggi cops 

Tawau Fire and Rescue Station chief Jemishin Ujin said two victims were transported to the hospital by bystanders, though their conditions are currently unknown. — Picture by Devan Manuel
Malaysia / 22 Jul 2024

In Sabah, chemical-laden tanker overturns at Jalan Kalabakan Nabawan causing spill, says Tawau Fire Dept

The fire that occurred at around 12.05pm involved an area of 3,500 square metres and the situation is under control as of 11pm, but as of yesterday, firefighters and rescuers were still on site to monitor the situation. — Screengrab from social media
Malaysia / 22 Jul 2024

Hot weather cause of fire at Pulau Burung landfill, says Penang exco 

Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil said the spread of fake news and slander are dangerous as resorting to such desperate moves can tarnish the image of Malaysia, disrupt unity and harmony that has existed for so long and at the same time pose a threat to the country’s ideals of independence. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 22 Jul 2024

Unity at risk: Fahmi highlights dangers of political hypocrisy, hatred, and fake news

A burnt teddy bear belonging to a Bajau Laut child in front of the remains of a family home. — Picture courtesy of Borneo Komrad
Malaysia / 22 Jul 2024

Stateless seafarers: How Malaysia’s neighbours reconcile their nomadic people and security risks

The traditional homes of the Bajau Laut are built on high stilts over the sea to withstand the changing currents. — Picture courtesy of Iskul Sama DiLaut Omadal
Malaysia / 22 Jul 2024

Is citizenship for the stateless Bajau Laut the only solution? Some human rights fighters say yes, others say it’s putting cart before horse

File photo of Pope Francis attending the weekly general audience at Saint Peter's Square at the Vatican, June 19, 2024. — Reuters pic
Malaysia / 21 Jul 2024

Pope Francis calls for Olympic truce, hails sport's unifying power

Fadillah said contractors must sign a pledge to ensure the projects are completed within the specified time frame. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 21 Jul 2024

DPM Fadillah reminds contractors to complete govt projects on time and within budget

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has called on Malaysians to proudly wave the Jalur Gemilang and reflect on the nation’s history as Independence Day approaches. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin
Malaysia / 21 Jul 2024

PM Anwar calls on all Malaysians to embrace the Jalur Gemilang, honour sacrifices made by our forefathers 

Malaysian teen Poh Yu Tian (centre) is the first recipient of the PMX Cup after winning under-18 open category in the 8th East Asian Youth Chess Championship held in George Town, Penang on July 21, 2024. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 21 Jul 2024

Penang teen Poh Yu Tian is youngest Malaysian chess player to win ‘International Master’ title