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Datin Seri Rosmah Mansor said that she had chosen to focus her life on her family and to leave matters to the will of Allah, expressing hope that justice and truth would prevail in the future. — File pic by Firdaus Latif
Malaysia  / 6 h ago

Rosmah dismisses claims she caused Najib’s downfall, says focus is on family and prayer

From Kuala Lumpur to Putrajaya, several New Year’s Eve countdown events will take place across Klang Valley. — Pictures courtesy of Instagram / KLCC / IOI City Mall / The Curve / Sunway Velocity Mall / Tourism Malaysia
Life  / 9 h ago

Fireworks, festivals and free entry: Five New Year’s Eve countdowns across Klang Valley

Najib's six-year jail term is due to his conviction in the first SRC trial involving RM42 million, and he is due to be released in either 2028 or 2029 depending on whether he pays a RM50 million fine. — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa
Malaysia  / 9 h ago

Malaysia’s courtroom drama in 2025: Najib, Rosmah, DNAA rulings and more

Perak Fire and Rescue Department (JBPM) acting assistant director of operations Shazlean Mohd Hanafiah said a team from the Kuala Kangsar Fire and Rescue Station was dispatched to the scene. — Bernama pic/JBPM Perak
Malaysia  / 7 h ago

CelcomDigi, Maxis and Unifi users left offline after fire guts Maxis tower near Sungai Perak R&R

Putrajaya’s Palace of Justice as seen on July 9, 2025. — Picture by Raymond Manuel
Malaysia  / 1 h ago

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

1. Get together with friends or family at Yu Jia Charcoal Fish Pot that specialises in this Penang style steamboat with the distinctive tall funnel. — Pictures by Lee Khang Yi
Eat-drink  / 7 h ago

Round up your friends and family for a meal at Taman Gembira’s Yu Jia Charcoal Fish Pot 

The local currency traded mostly higher against major and regional peers as markets headed into quieter New Year trading. — Picture by Raymond Manuel
Money  / 8 h ago

Twelve days up and counting: Ringgit opens stronger against US dollar

Woodlands Checkpoint, where a Malaysian man was arrested after authorities seized more than 3kg of cannabis and 1.7kg of Ice during enhanced checks. — Reuters pic
Singapore  / 3 h ago

Malaysian arrested at Singapore’s Woodlands with cannabis, ‘Ice’ exceeding death penalty limits

The accused, Loo Chun Hai, in a wheelchair, makes his way to the Pengerang Magistrate's Court to face charges today. — Picture by Ben Tan
Malaysia  / 4 h ago

E-hailing driver in wheelchair charged with dangerous driving that killed three youths

Lawyer Muhammad Farhan Muhammad Shafee (right) confirmed that the appeal was filed last Wednesday. — File pic by Yusof Mat Isa
Malaysia  / 4 h ago

Najib has filed his appeal over failed house arrest bid, lawyer confirms

Bitcoin is highly volatile, so large investors can potentially earn significant returns if prices rise—but they also face substantial risk of losses if prices fall. — Reuters pic
Money  / 19 h ago

Crypto crash course: How plunging bitcoin prices shake companies

Mohamad Ikhwan Afiq Mohamad Anwar, head of the PAS Tasek Gelugor Youth Wing, reportedly said that the party should contest and reclaim all parliamentary and state assembly seats won by Bersatu under the PN and PAS banners in previous general and state elections. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin
Malaysia  / 6 h ago

PAS youth wing urges party to sever ties with Bersatu at all levels over alleged betrayal

The appointment of Abu Bakar Hamzah as the new Menteri Besar, with the consent of the Raja of Perlis, Tuanku Syed Sirajuddin Jamalullail, demonstrates that the political crisis in the state was addressed lawfully and in an orderly manner. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 6 h ago

Bersatu takes Perlis from PAS with Abu Bakar sworn in, analysts warn of trust deficit in Perikatan

Investigations revealed that cables were illegally tapped directly from the incoming mains at the five-foot way. — The Borneo Post pic
Malaysia  / 5 h ago

Supermarket chain caught with fingers in the power socket — another electricity theft uncovered in Miri

The Raja of Perlis, Tuanku Syed Sirajuddin Jamalullail, has called for all speculation, allegations and undesirable matters be put to an end following the appointment of Kuala Perlis assemblyman Abu Bakar Hamzah from Bersatu as the new Menteri Besar. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 7 h ago

Raja of Perlis calls for unity after Bersatu’s Abu Bakar Hamzah replaces Mohd Shukri as MB

The aftermath general view of Kampung Kuala Sungai Baru were affected by the gas pipeline fire in Putra Heights, Puchong on April 3, 2025. — Picture by Firdaus Latif
Malaysia / 04 Apr 2025

Public Service Dept: Civil servants affected by Putra Heights fire allowed to work from home

The Employees Provident Fund (EPF) has long been regarded as one of the biggest benefits of full-time employment, especially among older generations. — Picture by Miera Zulyana
Malaysia / 04 Apr 2025

Malaysians are sitting on a ‘goldmine’ called EPF — here’s how you can tap into it voluntarily

A general view of displaced residents affected by the gas pipeline fire at the temporary relief centre at the Putra Heights Mosque April 3, 2025. — Picture by Firdaus Latif
Malaysia / 03 Apr 2025

Putra Heights residents call for better on-the-ground communication, seek answers on home return, aid and safety

The Penampang Tourism Association (PTA) is deeply concerned after photos of birds found dead, were shared by a local resident. — The Borneo Post pic
Malaysia / 03 Apr 2025

Penampang sounds alarm after rare birds found dead, blames human ignorance

The Sarawak government has introduced a dedicated corridor as part of risk-control measures against gas-related incidents like the one in Putra Heights, said Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 03 Apr 2025

Sarawak establishes gas safety corridor to prevent future incidents like Putra Heights

Selangor Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Amirudin Shari said 85 houses affected by the gas pipeline fire in Putra Heights have been confirmed safe, with residents allowed to return home starting tonight. — Picture by Choo Choy May .
Malaysia / 03 Apr 2025

Selangor MB: 85 homes declared safe, utilities restored after Putra Heights fire, residents allowed to return tonight

A community garden in USJ17, Subang Jaya, has sparked safety concerns, after it was revealed to have expanded onto land designated for a gas pipeline. — Picture via Facebook
Malaysia / 03 Apr 2025

After Putra Heights Fire, USJ17 community garden sparks new pipeline safety concerns

Families affected by the recent fire disaster in Putra Heights will begin receiving financial aid starting Monday as part of the state government’s ongoing recovery efforts, Selangor Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Amirudin Shari announced today. — Picture by Choo Choy May
Malaysia / 03 Apr 2025

Selangor MB: Putra Heights fire victims to receive financial aid starting Monday

Deputy Minister for Urban Planning, Land Administration, and Environment Datuk Len Talif Salleh said the state government is confident that the target will be achieved as planned, with the Unesco recognition assessment set to take place this year. — The Borneo Post pic
Malaysia / 03 Apr 2025

Deputy environment minister: Sarawak on track for Unesco recognition of Delta Geopark by 2026

The victims affected by the gas pipeline fire were escorted to their homes in Putra Heights today to retrieve essential items. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 03 Apr 2025

Selangor MB: Overcrowded Putra Heights fire victim shelter to get new visitation control measures

The Italian Baker Sdn Bhd, producer of Massimo bread loaves, has announced a temporary disruption in its supply due to the Putra Heights gas pipeline fire on April 1. — Picture by Choo Choy May
Malaysia / 03 Apr 2025

Massimo bread faces supply disruption after Putra Heights gas pipeline blaze

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim visits the incident control post in Taman Putra Harmoni to assess the latest situation following the gas pipeline fire incident on Tuesday. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 03 Apr 2025

PM Anwar donates to diabetic shopkeeper in Kuantan who lost leg, raising three kids alone

National Film Development Corporation Malaysia (Finas) chairman Datuk Hans Isaac (back left) poses for a photo with actor Charlie Numan Salleh (second from left, back) and his children during the Ziarah Seni Madani programme at the Gombak Setia Welfare Association Hall today. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 03 Apr 2025

‘Only time to save the children’: Veteran actor Charlie, six kids lose home in Gombak fire

Selangor Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Amirudin Shari said authorities would need at least 72 hours to gather their initial findings, which will be shared tomorrow. — Picture by Choo Choy May
Malaysia / 03 Apr 2025

Amirudin: Selangor begins investigation into Putra Heights gas pipeline fire, explores possible criminality

Houses and cars seen burnt after a gas pipeline fire at Taman Putra Permai 1, Putra Heights, Subang Jaya, on Tuesday. — Picture by Choo Choy May
Malaysia / 03 Apr 2025

Putra Heights fire victims: Prioritise welfare, residents association says legal action ‘premature’

Traffic on the Kuala Lumpur-Karak Expressway towards the Gombak Toll remains smooth despite an increase in vehicles as travellers return to the capital after the Aidilfitri holidays. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 03 Apr 2025

PLUS expects over two million vehicles daily on highways for three days as post-Raya travel peaks