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JPJ enforcement officers inspect a bus during the Hari Raya Aidilfitri Special Operation at the Sungai Besi Toll Plaza, March 28, 2025. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 28 Mar 2025

JPJ flags 158 express buses as unroadworthy, issues prohibition notices

Image of the proposed rehabilitation and reclamation site off Karpal Singh Drive taken from the EIA report.

Malaysia / 28 Mar 2025

Penang’s land reclamation off Karpal Singh Drive won’t affect middle bank marine sanctuary, Kon Yeow assures public

Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Religious Affairs) Datuk Mohd Na’im Mokhtar said agencies under the Prime Minister’s Department (Religious Affairs) would continue to strengthen efforts and community awareness programmes to ensure that the public is more vigilant in using social media and always maintain social etiquette and respect the limit of religious sensitivity. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 28 Mar 2025

Alleged insult to Prophet Muhammad on social media: All must respect Islam as religion of the federation, says religious affairs minister

According to the IRB, taxpayers who want to go abroad must first check their tax arrears status via the MyTax portal. ― Picture by Hari Anggara

Malaysia / 28 Mar 2025

Aidilfitri getaway abroad? Settle tax arrears first, IRB reminds travellers

he approved programmes under FTES include Undergraduate Degrees in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics), Law, Medical, Accounting, and Finance. — The Borneo Post pic

Malaysia / 28 Mar 2025

Free tertiary education in Sarawak: RM15,000 annual stipend for eligible B40 students from 2026

Puspakom said the increment is necessary to align its service charges with the current cost structure. — Picture by Hari Anggara

Malaysia / 28 Mar 2025

Puspakom to raise mobile inspection service charges by up to 20pc starting next month

Datuk Seri Jamal Md Yunos has been hospitalised after complaining of pain in his head and neck. — Picture from Facebook/DS Jamal Yunos

Malaysia / 28 Mar 2025

Dr Mahathir urges compassion for cancer-stricken Jamal Yunos, says past grievances should be set aside

Inspector-General of Police Tan Sri Razarudin Husain also confirmed that the man was arrested following a police report lodged at the Dang Wangi IPD, over his social media posts concerning the relocation of the Dewi Sri Pathrakaliamman Temple. — Picture by Choo Choy May

Malaysia / 28 Mar 2025

Freelance preacher remanded two days from today over alleged sedition in Hindu temple relocation post on Facebook

The accident near Kluang involved a Volvo lorry, a Toyota Camry, a Proton X50, and a Honda Stepwagon Spada. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 28 Mar 2025

Five dead, including toddler, in fiery four-vehicle crash on PLUS highway near Kluang

Umno Deputy President Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan has lambasted those who used 'ummah' unity as a political tool. — Picture from Facebook/Mohamad Hasan

Malaysia / 28 Mar 2025

Don’t use ‘ummah’ as bargaining chip after dividing Umno, Tok Mat says after Hamzah’s approach

On March 8, the media reported that an army veteran was killed, while his son sustained serious injuries after their motorcycle was hit by a Honda Civic on Jalan Dato Kayaman, Beseri, on March 7. — Picture courtesy of Perlis police

Malaysia / 28 Mar 2025

Padang Besar crash: Teen dies after 20-day fight for survival

File picture of travellers and vehicle passengers on their return journey to the mainland of Sabah and Sarawak via sea transport by roro ferry and speed boat at the Labuan International Ferry Terminal April 5, 2024. Thousands of Aidilfitri travellers are making their way by Labuan’s ferry, en route to mainland Sabah and Sarawak, causing a surge in vehicles and passengers. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 28 Mar 2025

Labuan ferry terminals packed as Aidilfitri travellers head to Sabah, Sarawak

File picture of traffic congestion on the route towards the city centre from the East Coast Expressway, June 3, 2024. Traffic flow on the main roads in the Gua Musang district is reported to be congested as of 9am today as more people, especially Kelantanese staying on the west coast, began returning home for the Aidilfitri celebration. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 28 Mar 2025

Traffic congestion builds up at Gua Musang-Kuala Lipis border as more vehicles enter Kelantan

Terengganu Road Transport Department (JPJ) director Zamri Samion said the 30-year-old driver was detained by the National Anti-Drug Agency (AADK), after failing a urine test at about 9.45am. — File picture by Farhan Najib

Malaysia / 28 Mar 2025

Express bus driver in Terengganu tests positive for drugs, detained during Aidilfitri operation

A drone view shows people who the Sudanese Army says are members of the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) evacuating via the Jebel Aulia Dam bridge across a river south of Khartoum, Sudan in this screen grab from handout video released March 26, 2025. — Sudanese Army handout pic via Reuters

Malaysia / 28 Mar 2025

Malaysia urges citizens to leave South Sudan as security situation worsens

Warisan president Datuk Seri Shafie Apdal (centre) meeting attendees at the party’s breaking-fast event. — The Borneo Post pic

Malaysia / 28 Mar 2025

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It’s official: Malaysia’s judges get 30pc pay hike starting January 2026

MACC records statement from ex-minister over alleged RM5m bribe, Lamborghini

Stormy start to 2026: MetMalaysia warns of Jan 1–5 monsoon surge, tells Sarawak to brace for heavy rain

‘We cannot restrict him’: FAM says Ong Kim Swee must be given space to rebuild Malaysia’s youth football

Bomba: Cause still unclear in Damansara EV fire that scorched XPeng, BYD and damaged home

Counterfeit JPJePlates hit the streets, throwing JPJ’s standardisation drive into chaos

Update on Shah Alam LRT operations expected next month as testing continues

MACC investigation into Army project procurement now focusing on flow of funds

RM4 remains key resistance as ringgit ends lower against US dollar

Kuala Lumpur residents fear city projects at risk as DBKL defers 2026 allocations

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

Police submit crucial audio in Durian Tunggal fatal shooting, CyberSecurity Malaysia to analyse

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

MyCC: 31 Kelantan childcare firms accused of price fixing

Youth and sports minister: MMC has explained ‘doctor’ title issue

JPJ flags 158 express buses as unroadworthy, issues prohibition notices

Penang’s land reclamation off Karpal Singh Drive won’t affect middle bank marine sanctuary, Kon Yeow assures public

Alleged insult to Prophet Muhammad on social media: All must respect Islam as religion of the federation, says religious affairs minister

Aidilfitri getaway abroad? Settle tax arrears first, IRB reminds travellers

Free tertiary education in Sarawak: RM15,000 annual stipend for eligible B40 students from 2026

Puspakom to raise mobile inspection service charges by up to 20pc starting next month

Dr Mahathir urges compassion for cancer-stricken Jamal Yunos, says past grievances should be set aside

Freelance preacher remanded two days from today over alleged sedition in Hindu temple relocation post on Facebook

Five dead, including toddler, in fiery four-vehicle crash on PLUS highway near Kluang

Don’t use ‘ummah’ as bargaining chip after dividing Umno, Tok Mat says after Hamzah’s approach

Padang Besar crash: Teen dies after 20-day fight for survival

Labuan ferry terminals packed as Aidilfitri travellers head to Sabah, Sarawak

Traffic congestion builds up at Gua Musang-Kuala Lipis border as more vehicles enter Kelantan

Express bus driver in Terengganu tests positive for drugs, detained during Aidilfitri operation

Malaysia urges citizens to leave South Sudan as security situation worsens

‘Charity should never come with conditions’: Shafie claims Warisan faces hurdles in securing venues