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The officers used specialised equipment to restrain the King Cobra, which measured over two metres in length and weighed six kilograms. — Picture from Facebook/APM Sik
Malaysia  / 19 h ago

Hissing King Cobra spotted on roof in Sik before being captured by Kedah Civil Defence team

According to the Malaysian Highway Authority (LLM) Traffic Management Centre, congestion was detected on several major highways around the capital, with slow traffic also recorded on inter-state routes. — Screengrab from Facebook/LLM
Malaysia  / 13 h ago

Slow drive to town: New Year’s Eve traffic snarls KL roads

The federal government has gazetted February 1, 2026, as a dual public holiday for Thaipusam Day and Federal Territory Day. — Canva AI pic
Malaysia  / 15 h ago

One date, two holidays: Feb 1 brings Thaipusam and FT Day together

In a statement, EPF said these initiatives include measures under Budget 2026 announced on October 10, and reflect EPF’s continued commitment to meeting members’ evolving needs while supporting long-term financial resilience and wellbeing. — Photo by Choo Choy May
Malaysia  / 10 h ago

EPF announces policy and product enhancements effective January 2026

According to the charges, all three men are accused of jointly trafficking 26 kg of methamphetamine at the Adorna Gold Complex apartment at 10 pm on December 20. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 18 h ago

Three Chinese nationals charged in Penang with trafficking 26kg of meth, face death penalty

Durian sales in Singapore have surged after a bumper harvest of Musang King in Malaysia pushed prices to record lows. — Picture by Hari Anggara
Singapore  / 14 h ago

Singapore durian vendors slash prices after bumper Musang King harvest in Malaysia

The victim, believed to be in his 40s, was confirmed dead at the scene after suffering severe burn injuries, including the severing of his wrist. — Picture by Devan Manuel
Malaysia  / 16 h ago

Man electrocuted to death while painting house in Kota Kinabalu, wrist severed

Scam syndicate victim Chew (left) shares his ordeal of being forcefully held captive by a scam syndicate in Myanmar with Stulang assemblyman Andrew Chen Kah Eng at the Hawker City food court in Kota Tinggi, December 31, 2025. — Picture by Ben Tan
Malaysia  / 14 h ago

Tortured, shocked and held like a prisoner: Johor man recounts more than a year in captivity under Myanmar scam ring

A viral video showing a fight at the Melor market last Thursday led to the arrest of 12 individuals. — Screengrab from Facebook
Malaysia  / 16 h ago

Melor public market brawl in Kota Bharu: Five women plead guilty, fined RM1,000 each

Perlis Speaker Rus'sele Eizan says the vacancies in Chuping, Bintong and Guar Sanji won’t trigger by-elections as the assembly term nears its expiry in two more years. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 12 h ago

Perlis skips by-elections; Chuping, Bintong and Guar Sanji remain vacant

Penang police chief Datuk Azizee Ismail said the two men were detained in the state several hours after the incident. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 17 h ago

Penang cops nab two men over fatal Sungai Bakap restaurant attack by masked assailants, case classified as murder

The study found that certain issues, such as unreliable arrival schedules, missing buses, and insufficient information during service interruptions, contribute to a perception of fragility amongst commuters. — Picture by Hari Anggara
Malaysia  / 13 h ago

Public transport in Greater KL functional but fragile, Khazanah Research Institute study finds

Lieutenant General Datuk Azhan Md Othman, Chief of Staff of the Malaysian Armed Forces, will assume the role of the 31st Chief of Army starting tomorrow. — Picture courtesy of Mindef
Malaysia  / 13 h ago

Azhan Md Othman named new Army chief; Chief of Defence Forces appointment on hold pending probe

In a statement today, the IRB said CP500 is issued only if taxpayers report income from both employment and non-employment sources in accordance with Section 107B of the Income Tax Act (ITA) 1967. — Picture by Hari Anggara
Malaysia  / 10 h ago

Been getting CP500 tax installment notices? You might have filed your taxes wrong, says LHDN

Perlis Menteri Besar Abu Bakar Hamzah said the declaration was made with the consent of the Raja of Perlis, Tuanku Syed Sirajuddin Jamalullail. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 13 h ago

Perlis declares Jan 1 as occasional holiday to mark state New Year celebration

Cracks are seen at Segamat Community College 2 following last Sunday’s earthquake, with three cracks identified in Block E of the college. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 30 Aug 2025

JKR on 24-hour alert after minor quake damage in Segamat, says Ahmad Maslan

Image is for illustration purposes only. A businesswoman recently won RM308,000 after a botched buttocks procedure by a unlicensed beautician in Melaka. — Freepik pic
Malaysia / 30 Aug 2025

Botched butt job lands businesswoman RM308,000 in Melaka court win

Magistrate Zaireen Zainudin issued the order from today until September 4 to allow police to investigate the case under Section 307 of the Penal Code for attempted murder. — Pexels pic
Malaysia / 30 Aug 2025

Penang teacher on six-day remand for allegedly slashing wife in suspected debt row

Ummu Haiman Bee Daulatgun, mother of Syamsul Haris Shamsudin, is consoled by a relative during his exhumation in Semenyih August 29, 2025. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 30 Aug 2025

Second autopsy carried out on UTM cadet Syamsul Haris at HKL after mother’s plea for answers

Imagine giving new life to trash, by transforming them into art. Picture shows a workshop participant weaving with ‘trash’. — Picture by Raymond Manuel
Malaysia / 30 Aug 2025

Turning trash into art: KL's Bandar Tun Razak community learns from an American eco-artist

The services that remain suspended until further notice include Small Packet, Flexipack International, EMS and International Parcel Services. — Picture by Raymond Manuel
Malaysia / 30 Aug 2025

Pos Malaysia resumes some US mail services, Redly Express remains option for parcels

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim today took time to observe the full rehearsal for the 2025 National Day celebration at Dataran Putrajaya yesterday. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 30 Aug 2025

Air show, cultural parade and Asean contingent among highlights of National Day celebration

Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) Consumer and Market Conduct Department deputy director Lailatul Akma Mohd Shukor said motorists with comprehensive coverage can make faster claims directly with their own insurers without losing their No-Claim Discount (NCD). — Pixabay pic
Malaysia / 30 Aug 2025

Motorists can claim direct from their insurer without losing NCD, says Bank Negara deputy director

A screengrab from the viral video allegedly depicting trance-like ‘djinn’ rituals at a Kuda Kepang performance in Parit Raja, Johor.
Malaysia / 30 Aug 2025

Three to face Batu Pahat Syariah Court over viral ‘djinn ritual’ Kuda Kepang clip

Southwest District Police Chief Assistant Commissioner Sazalee Adam said the suspect will be taken to the Balik Pulau Magistrate’s Court to obtain a remand order. — Picture by Raymond Manuel
Malaysia / 30 Aug 2025

Penang teacher who allegedly slashed wife, then himself to be remanded today

Dr Wan Azizah said the survey also reported that one in six children, aged five to 15, was affected by mental health issues, and she added that this was not just a number but a reality. — File picture via Bernama
Malaysia / 30 Aug 2025

Dr Wan Azizah: Depression cases in Malaysia doubled in five years, urgent action needed

Anthony Loke said the measure was important as preliminary investigations revealed that the cause of the electricity supply disruption at KLIA Terminal 2 yesterday was wiring and cables that caught fire due to overheating. — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa
Malaysia / 30 Aug 2025

Loke orders MAHB to overhaul KLIA power system after fire causes blackout at Terminal 2

The public is calling for justice for Zara Qairina Mahathir, sparking a discourse over fatal bullying in schools on August 10. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 30 Aug 2025

AGC: Inquest into Zara Qairina’s death set for September with 70 witnesses lined up

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim is scheduled to deliver the special address at 11 am today at the Malaysia Agro Exposition Park Serdang (MAEPS). — Bernama file pic
Malaysia / 30 Aug 2025

‘More than just a speech’: Anwar’s National Day address to reflect on past struggles, inspire future

Sultan Ibrahim has decreed that mosques and suraus across Johor hold special prayers following a series of tremors in Segamat. — Picture via Facebook/Sultan Ibrahim Sultan Iskandar
Malaysia / 30 Aug 2025

Sultan Ibrahim decrees special prayers across Johor after series of Segamat quakes

Liew launches the Association of Hwaxia Zhineng Qigong Sabah dinner in Kota Kinabalu August 29, 2025. — The Borneo Post pic
Malaysia / 30 Aug 2025

Sabah tourism rebounds with 2.1 million visitors in first seven months of 2025, says state minister