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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  / 15 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  / 17 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  / 12 h ago

EPF announces policy and product enhancements effective January 2026

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  / 16 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  / 18 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  / 16 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  / 18 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  / 14 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  / 19 h ago

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

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  / 15 h ago

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

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  / 15 h ago

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

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  / 12 h ago

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

The ringgit closed lower against the greenback on the last day of 2025 on profit-taking after the release of minutes from the US Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) December meeting showed a hawkish tone, but rounded off the year as one of the best-performing currencies in the region. — Picture by Firdaus Latif
Money  / 13 h ago

Ringgit dips against greenback after Fed minutes, still among Asia’s top performers

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  / 15 h ago

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

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim urged citizens to move forward collectively, uniting efforts to build a more just, prosperous, and resilient Malaysia Madani, and to elevate the nation’s standing while ensuring prosperity is shared by all. — Picture by Firdaus Latif
Malaysia  / 13 h ago

PM Anwar: Embrace spirit of togetherness, Madani will serve with integrity, courage and compassion

Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil holds a press conference at the Communications Ministry in Putrajaya on July 25, 2025. — Picture by Choo Choy May
Malaysia / 29 Aug 2025

Fahmi announces joint government task force on student bullying

Former Perlis Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Azlan Man (right) arrives at the Sessions Court in Kuala Lumpur, on July 18, 2024. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 29 Aug 2025

Ex-Perlis MB didn’t get approval to flip cancelled air tickets into cash refunds, witness says

A crocodile is seen at the Pin River Conservation Centre in Kinabatangan, Sarawak, on Dec 10, 2024. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 29 Aug 2025

Perhilitan snares 100kg crocodile in Negeri Sembilan estate

Pontian Municipal Council officers oversee the correct display of the Malaysia and Johor flags at a business at the Pontian Commercial Centre on August 20, 2025. — Majlis Perbandaran Pontian/Facebook pic
Malaysia / 29 Aug 2025

Johor DAP leader seeks to cite Pontian council chief for shutting stores over upside-down flags

Selangor Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Amirudin Shari advised all parties to give the police space to conduct the investigation. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 29 Aug 2025

Selangor MB confirms 12 detained in probe over student’s fall from Sabak Bernam dormitory

The accident at the airport flyover in Miri left the victim trapped in his crushed car. — Picture courtesy of Fire and Rescue Department
Malaysia / 29 Aug 2025

Lopeng firefighters rescue injured driver from crushed car in Miri

Secretary General of the Treasury Datuk Johan Mahmood Merican delivers his speech during the 2024 post-budget debate at the Sime Darby Convention Centre on October 16, 2023. — Picture by Hari Anggara
Malaysia / 29 Aug 2025

Treasury chief: New government procurement law holds all, including ministers, accountable

TH Plantations Bhd has confirmed receiving a letter of appeal from its former chief executive officer Mohamed Zainurin Mohamed Zain, in response to the termination of his contract. — Picture by Hari Anggara
Malaysia / 29 Aug 2025

TH Plantations receives appeal from ex-CEO over contract termination

The Johor Islamic Religious Department has directed 1,038 mosques and Friday surau across the state to perform ‘solat hajat’ and ‘doa selamat’ prayers following a weak earthquake in Segamat early today. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin
Malaysia / 29 Aug 2025

Fourth tremor in a week: Johor calls for prayers after 3.4-magnitude quake in Segamat

Former Attorney General Tan Sri Tommy Thomas has objected to several parts of Datuk Seri Najib Razak’s witness statement in his suit over alleged defamatory statements regarding the murder of a Mongolian woman, as published in the book ‘My Story: Justice in the Wilderness’. — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa
Malaysia / 29 Aug 2025

Former AG Tommy Thomas challenges sections of Najib’s witness statement in Altantuya defamation suit

Police said a civil servant lost RM120,000 after falling victim to a non-existent foreign currency or forex investment scheme. — Picture by Firdaus Latif
Malaysia / 29 Aug 2025

Terengganu civil servant loses RM120,000 in forex scam pitched by social media contact

An undated illustrative photo shows people restrained with handcuffs. —Picture By Raymond Manuel
Malaysia / 29 Aug 2025

Form Four boy charged with raping younger schoolmate in Seremban classroom

A panoramic view of Kuala Lumpur’s skyline featuring the iconic Petronas Twin Towers and KL Tower August 5, 2025. — Picture by Raymond Manuel
Malaysia / 29 Aug 2025

World Bank hails Malaysia’s overlooked success in lifting 14 million from poverty, GDP per capita now 3.6 times that of Philippines, nine times Zambia

Johor Menteri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi said the state government views the matter seriously as the video will cause public unrest and could affect the faith of Muslims if not curbed. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 29 Aug 2025

Johor MB orders probe into viral ‘Kuda Kepang’ video alleging non-Islamic practices in Batu Pahat

Income derived from digital cryptocurrency activities such as trading, mining, and exchange in Malaysia is subject to income tax under Section 4 of the Income Tax Act 1967 because digital currencies are classified as commodities that can be considered business income. — Reuters pic
Malaysia / 29 Aug 2025

RM254m in revenue, RM3.8m in tax: MoF clarifies crypto trading, mining and exchange taxable under Income Tax Act after Luno query

The accused Lee Thiam Poh being escorted by policemen after he was charged at the Johor Bahru Sessions Court on charges of being a member of an outlawed criminal group August 28, 2025. — Picture by Ben Tan
Malaysia / 29 Aug 2025

Unemployed man pleads not guilty to alleged Jackie Gang ties in Johor Bahru court