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The Pasir Mas MP said the proposed candidate must be an individual capable of uniting and mobilising the strengths of all parties within the coalition. — File picture by Mukhriz Hazim
Malaysia  / 7 h ago

PAS signals leadership push in Perikatan following Muhyiddin’s resignation

According to Lim Guan Eng, excess tax refunds have not been paid to companies for over five years, following the takeover of the PN government in 2020. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin
Malaysia  / 7 h ago

Lim Guan Eng: Tap RM2.1t bond market to release RM20b in excess taxes, ensure ang pows for workers

According to party sources cited by ‘Berita Harian', the former prime minister informed members of Bersatu’s supreme leadership council (MPT) of his decision via a WhatsApp group last night. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 8 h ago

Muhyiddin to step down as Perikatan chairman from Jan 1, 2026

File picture of students celebrating after receiving the results of Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) at Sekolah Sultan Alam Shah on May 27, 2024. The Education Ministry has clarified that students will no longer be required to wear ties to school from next year. — Picture by Miera Zulyana
Malaysia  / 7 h ago

Students no longer required to wear school ties from next year, says Education Ministry

In a Facebook post today, Datuk Seri Mohamed Azmin Ali said his appointment as PN secretary-general falls under the jurisdiction of the coalition’s chairman, Tani Sri Muhyiddin Mohd Yassin. He added that his resignation as Selangor PN liaison chief will take effect on the same date, expressing gratitude for the cooperation of all parties. — Picture by Firdaus Latif
Malaysia  / 5 h ago

Azmin Ali resigns as Perikatan sec-gen and Selangor liaison chief effective Jan 1 following Muhyiddin’s exit

Malaysia’s former prime minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak (2nd right) leaves after his verdict in the 1MDB trial at the Palace of Justice, which houses the Malaysian Court of Appeal and Federal Court, in Putrajaya on December 26, 2025. — AFP pic
Malaysia  / 8 h ago

Najib files appeal against 1MDB conviction, 15 years’ jail term and RM11.38b fine

Yesterday, the individual reportedly spent more than seven hours at MACC headquarters for questioning over a corruption investigation linked to billboard projects and a land transfer in the capital. — Picture by Choo Choy May
Malaysia  / 4 h ago

Former minister continues giving statement to MACC over alleged corruption involving RM5m, Lamborghini

The Chinese national working in Singapore bit off the left middle finger of her colleague in a fight on July 12, 2025. — AFP pic
Singapore  / 8 h ago

Singapore court bites back with jail term over gruesome office fight

Malaysia’s 2025 saw the courts handing out landmark rulings. — Picture by Raymond Manuel
Malaysia  / 10 h ago

Justice in focus: Landmark rulings that tested freedoms and redefined citizenship in Malaysia’s 2025

Kurobuta Pork Tonkatsu with Curry Omu Rice. — Picture by CK Lim
Eat-drink  / 7 h ago

A menu in motion: Why Ebony & Ivory Coffee is my favourite eatery of the year

Perikatan Nasional (PN) chairmen of Perak and Negeri Sembilan, Datuk Seri Ahmad Faizal Azumu (left) and Mohamad Hanifah Abu Baker are the latest PN leaders to announce their resignations as of 3.15pm today, with both saying in separate Facebook statements that the move will take effect on January 1, 2026. — File pictures from Facebook/Faizal Azumu; Facebook/Anip Abu Baker
Malaysia  / 2 h ago

Resignations snowball in Perikatan as Perak, Negeri Sembilan chiefs step down

Datuk Dr Sahruddin Jamal, the Bukit Kepong assemblyman, made the announcement in a Facebook post on Tuesday. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 6 h ago

Johor Perikatan chief Dr Sahruddin steps down in wake of Muhyiddin’s resignation

PAS secretary-general Datuk Seri Takiyuddin Hassan also reaffirmed PAS’ commitment to upholding the rule of law, democratic principles and the constitutional monarchy, while expressing respect for the wisdom and authority of the Raja of Perlis, Tuanku Syed Sirajuddin ibni Almarhum Tuanku Syed Putra Jamalullail. — Picture by Miera Zulyana
Malaysia  / 5 h ago

PAS will not join Perlis state exco in solidarity with former MB Mohd Shukri, says party sec-gen

Datuk Seri Mujahid Yusof's counsel, Noorazmir Zakaria, informed Judge Roslan Mat Nor that both parties had reached a confidential settlement. — Picture by Farhan Najib
Malaysia  / 3 h ago

Mujahid, PAS settle defamation suit out of court with public apology

Perak Fire and Rescue Department Acting Assistant Director of Operations Shazlean Mohd Hanafiah said that in the first incident, an emergency call was received at 1.49 pm and upon arrival, firefighters found three apartment units ablaze before the fire spread to another three units, resulting in an estimated 90 per cent damage. — Picture by Raymond Manuel
Malaysia  / 8 h ago

Six apartment units, four houses damaged in two separate fires in Perak

Social media influencer Mohd Hazalif Mohd Hazani, also known as Alif Teega, 30, (right) along with his wife Aisyah Hijanah Azhari, 26, appeared at the Kuala Lumpur Sessions Court today for the mention of a case involving the alleged misuse of infaq funds. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 23 Oct 2024

Influencer Alif Teega pleads not guilty to charges of misappropriating RM60,000 raised for ‘iftar’ events in Mecca, Palestine

A general view of Ipoh taken from the top of Bukit Kledang June 20, 2024. — Picture by Farhan Najib
Malaysia / 23 Oct 2024

IGP says Ipoh boom still a mystery, was also heard in as far as Kuala Kangsar, Gopeng and Gerik

Armoured vehicles of the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (Unifil) patrol along a road in Marjeyoun in southern Lebanon, October 23, 2024. The Malaysian government is prepared with an evacuation plan should the UN decide to withdraw peacekeeping forces, including the Malaysian Battalion (Malbatt) 850-11, from Lebanon following heightened tensions in the country. — AFP pic
Malaysia / 23 Oct 2024

Malaysia ready to pull Malbatt out of Lebanon if UN mandates, says foreign minister 

The father of the suspect in the Ulu Tiram Police Station attack last May, was charged at the High Court here today with three counts of promoting the violent ideology of Daesh, providing support, and possessing firearms linked to the terrorist group. — AFP pic
Malaysia / 23 Oct 2024

Father of Ulu Tiram police station attacker charged with promoting Islamic State ideology, possessing firearms

A file photograph shows the victim of a traffic crash in Bintulu, Sarawak. — Picture courtesy of Royal Malaysia Police
Malaysia / 23 Oct 2024

Grim year for parents: 779 students killed in road accidents over first nine months

Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek said the ministry takes seriously the increasing number of students with suicidal thoughts and the emerging ‘barcode’ trend, which is mistakenly seen as a therapy to relieve depression. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 23 Oct 2024

Fadhlina: Education Ministry steps up intervention as suicidal ideation among students increasing, ‘barcode’ self-harm trend a major concern

Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil delivers a lecture at the Ministerial Lecture Series Programme entitled ‘Digital Security Literacy’ organised by the Faculty of Communication and Media Studies (FKPM), Universiti Teknologi Mara (UiTM) Shah Alam October 23, 2024. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 23 Oct 2024

Online Safety Bill aims to tackle scams, cyberbullying on social media, not free speech, says Fahmi

Deputy Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Religious Affairs) Dr Zulkifli Hasan said the Department of Islamic Development Malaysia (Jakim) presented a study during the recent National Council for Islamic Religious Affairs Muzakarah Committee meeting, weighing and deciding on legal opinions related to GISBH. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 23 Oct 2024

Jakim’s Islamic law perspective on GISBH presented to Conference of Rulers during two-day meeting, says deputy minister

The Federal Court has set January 6 next year to hear a 37-year-old woman’s application to review a prior ruling that affirmed her religious status as a Muslim.— Picture by Choo Choy May
Malaysia / 23 Oct 2024

Federal Court to hear review of Selangor-born woman’s Muslim status ruling on Jan 6

Women, Family and Community Development Minister, Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri said 55 children rescued under Op Global, involving GISB Holdings Sdn Bhd (GISBH), have now been returned to their qualified guardians as of today. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 23 Oct 2024

Nancy: 55 children rescued from GISBH returned to guardians by court order

Johor police chief Datuk M. Kumar (centre) presents contributions during a programme in conjunction with Deepavali at the district police headquarters in Iskandar Puteri, on Oct 23, 2024. — Picture by Ben Tan
Malaysia / 23 Oct 2024

Blood is not thicker: Family among 13 nabbed over kidnap, ransom of Johor magnate for alleged RM20m

A file photograph shows a person walking past the Public Service Department logo in Putrajaya on December 26, 2019. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 23 Oct 2024

Survey shows one of two civil servant still save up for old age even with pension

Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Law and Institutional Reform) Datuk Seri Azalina Othman Said hopes an interim report on the status of the separation of the roles can be included in the empirical study related to the matter next year. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 23 Oct 2024

Azalina: Separation of AG’s roles not trivial, needs time and careful study

Inspector-General of Police Tan Sri Razarudin Husain said more than 30 other individuals associated with GISB Holdings Sdn Bhd and detained under the Security Offences (Special Measures) Act 2012 are still being investigated. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 23 Oct 2024

IGP confirms ongoing probe into 30 remaining GISBH detainees held under Sosma after 22 charged in court

A youth in a styrofoam box is pushed through floodwaters from heavy rains brought about by Tropical Storm Trami, in Naga City, Camarines Sur province on October 23, 2024. MetMalaysia today issued an advisory on Tropical Storm Trami, which was detected 1,281 kilometres north-east of Kudat, causing continuous rain and strong winds in Sabah. — AFP pic
Malaysia / 23 Oct 2024

MetMalaysia issues advisory as tropical storm Trami impacts Sabah weather, bringing rain, strong winds and rough seas

The media visit the bridge of HMS Spey, where they view the main control centre. — The Borneo Post pic
Malaysia / 23 Oct 2024

British Royal Navy vessel HMS Spey strengthens UK-Sarawak collaboration with Kuching stop, underscores commitment to East Malaysia ties (VIDEO)