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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  / 17 h ago

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

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  / 14 h ago

EPF announces policy and product enhancements effective January 2026

The federal government has gazetted February 1, 2026, as a dual public holiday for Thaipusam Day and Federal Territory Day. — Canva AI pic
Malaysia  / 19 h ago

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

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  / 18 h ago

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

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  / 18 h ago

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

(From left) Kamaladevi’s two children T (in grey), M (in black), lawyer New Sin Yew, lawyer Shugan Raman, Kamaladevi Kanniappan as seen at the Taiping, Perak court complex May 20, 2024. — Picture courtesy of lawyers
Malaysia  / 3 h ago

It's official: Perak family's three stateless generations are Malaysians, govt did not appeal court ruling

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  / 14 h ago

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

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  / 17 h ago

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

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  / 16 h ago

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

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  / 17 h ago

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

Kamaladevi Kanniappan, who was stateless, but has been declared a Malaysian citizen along with her Perak family. Dec 31 , 2025 . Photo courtesy of Kamaladevi Kanniappan
Malaysia  / 3 h ago

‘Now, we can dream’ of tomorrow: Perak family says after three stateless generations finally recognised as Malaysians

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  / 15 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  / 17 h ago

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

An activist shouts slogans during a protest as Indonesia is set to pass a new criminal code that will ban sex outside marriage, cohabitation between unmarried couples, insulting the president, and expressing views counter to the national ideology, outside the Indonesian Parliament buildings in Jakarta December 5, 2022. — Reuters pic
World  / 16 h ago

Indonesia’s new criminal code criminalises premarital sex, insults to the state; minister warns of abuse risks

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  / 15 h ago

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

Johor police chief Datuk M. Kumar said the father of a six-year-old boy found buried in Jempol, Negeri Sembilan, will face multiple charges, including assault and lodging a false report, as the murder investigation continues. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 03 Aug 2025

Father of boy found buried in Jempol to face multiple charges as murder probe wraps up, says Johor police chief

A general view of Terminal 1, Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) in Sepang July 20,2025. — Picture by Choo Choy May
Malaysia / 03 Aug 2025

Indonesian man held over fake immigration stamps at KLIA’s Terminal 1

Sabah Police Commissioner Datuk Jauteh Dikun said the investigation paper is currently at Bukit Aman for final review before being submitted to the AGC. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 03 Aug 2025

Further action in Zara Qairina case awaits AGC’s instructions, says Sabah police commissioner

UMNO vice-president Datuk Seri Johari Abdul Ghani speaks at the Johor Bahru Umno Division Delegates Meeting in Johor Bahru August 3, 2025. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 03 Aug 2025

Everyone can’t be a striker: Johari tells Umno to play as a team ahead of GE16

Terengganu State Tourism, Culture, Environment and Climate Change Committee chairman Datuk Razali Idris (centre) visits Turkish nationals Ates Demiroren (right) and Ahmet Volkan Ata (left), who survived the yacht sinking off Pulau Yu, at Sultanah Nur Zahirah Hospital in Kuala Terengganu August 1, 2025. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 03 Aug 2025

Turkish national still missing off Pulau Yu, may have gone down with yacht, says maritime chief

Noraidah Lamat holds a framed photograph of her daughter, Zara Qairina Mahathir. — The Borneo Post pic
Malaysia / 03 Aug 2025

Zara Qairina’s mum files fresh police report in Sipatang after recalling bruises on daughter’s back

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has said that the national coalition will instead play a balancing role between the rival blocs to maintain political stability while avoiding three-cornered contests and preventing further division among allies. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 03 Aug 2025

PM Anwar: Pakatan not taking sides in political ‘love triangle’ conflict in Sabah

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim visits an exhibition booth at the launch of the 2025 National Farmers, Breeders and Fishermen’s Day (HPPNK) in Kota Kinabalu August 3, 2025, accompanied by Agriculture and Food Security Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Sabu. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 03 Aug 2025

‘Every inch of Sabah will be defended’: Anwar denies deal over disputed Sulawesi waters

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim and Sabah Chief Minister Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor attend the launch of the 2025 National Farmers, Breeders and Fishermen’s Day (HPPNK) in Kota Kinabalu August 3, 2025, accompanied by Agriculture and Food Security Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Sabu. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 03 Aug 2025

Anwar vows no cover-up in Zara Qairina death investigation

Acting Kuala Lumpur Police Chief Datuk Mohamed Usuf Jan Mohamad said a post-mortem revealed the injuries and death were the result of ongoing abuse over the past month. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 03 Aug 2025

Post-mortem finds baby’s skull fractured, repeated abuse by foster mum linked to crying, says acting KL police chief

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim visits an exhibition booth at the launch of the 2025 National Farmers, Breeders and Fishermen’s Day (HPPNK) in Kota Kinabalu August 3, 2025, accompanied by Agriculture and Food Security Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Sabu. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 03 Aug 2025

Anwar: Thailand and Cambodia chose Malaysia for peace talks due to stability

Police said a lecturer and an engineer lost over RM400,000 in separate online scams involving fake investments and a love scam. — Picture by Raymond Manuel
Malaysia / 03 Aug 2025

Terengganu lecturer and Pahang engineer scammed RM400,000 in separate investment cons

KTMB said in a statement trial runs are underway for the Kluang stretch of the ETS southern extension, with safety and technical readiness the top priorities before full rollout to Johor Bahru. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin
Malaysia / 03 Aug 2025

KTMB reaffirms commitment to Johor ETS extension, trial runs underway for Kluang segment

A widely shared image of police at the scene where a school bus carrying kindergarten pupils crashed into a tree in Serdang. — Picture via Facebook
Malaysia / 03 Aug 2025

Police: Sleep-deprived driver believed to have dozed off at the wheel before Serdang crash that injured three kindergarten pupils, teacher (VIDEO)

Tanah Merah district police chief Superintendent Mohd Haki Hasbullah said Nur Irdina Aulia Zainudin was rushed to hospital but died two hours later. — Picture by Raymond Manuel
Malaysia / 03 Aug 2025

Girl, 7, dies after motorcycle ridden by 11-year-old sister collides with van in Tanah Merah

The sweltering heat shows no sign of letting up as parts of Kedah, Perak, Pahang, Sabah and Sarawak endure a prolonged hot spell. — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa
Malaysia / 03 Aug 2025

MetMalaysia issues heatwave alert for parts of Kedah, Perak, Pahang, Sabah and Sarawak, temperatures hit 37°C