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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

The forest blaze near Felda Sungai Buaya, which scorched over 24 hectares of land — roughly the size of 34 soccer fields — was first reported yesterday evening. — Picture via Facebook/Hazmir Bahari
Malaysia / 03 Aug 2025

Forest fire near Felda Sungai Buaya in Rawang chars area the size of 34 football fields

Police at the scene where a school bus carrying kindergarten pupils crashed into a tree in Serdang. — Picture courtesy of PDRM
Malaysia / 03 Aug 2025

JPJ to audit bus firm after crash injures three kindergarten pupils, teacher in Serdang (VIDEO)

The Johor Bahru High Court recently awarded RM4.1 million in damages after finding a doctor and maternity home liable for medical negligence that led to severe brain damage in a newborn. — Pexels pic
Malaysia / 03 Aug 2025

Teen with brain damage at birth wins RM4.1m damages in Johor court

Common mistakes, such as directly reconnecting a blown fuse or bypassing electrical safety systems, can spark major fires, especially if the system fails to cut off the power during a short circuit or overheating. — Pexels pic
Malaysia / 03 Aug 2025

Fire Dept: 60pc of fires caused by electrical faults

Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Tengku Zafrul Abdul Aziz said Malaysia’s Boeing aircraft purchase is a strategic business move, not a political trade-off. — Picture by Firdaus Latif
Malaysia / 03 Aug 2025

Tengku Zafrul: Boeing jet deal a strategic move, not a waste of public funds

The Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security (KPKM) said the incentive will be implemented in stages to ensure efficient and effective delivery to padi farmers. — Reuters pic
Malaysia / 03 Aug 2025

Agriculture Ministry: RM160 per hectare ploughing incentive for padi farmers

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. stated that this initiative involves cooperation between the Ministry of Finance and the Department of Islamic Development Malaysia (Jakim) to ensure that religious schools and pondok institutions that are in poor condition can be developed with new facilities and technology. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 03 Aug 2025

PM: Govt to restore ‘pondok’ institutions with new technology and AI

In a statement, Sada said the tariff adjustment came into effect on Friday and will be reflected in the September billing cycle. — Pexels pic
Malaysia / 03 Aug 2025

Kedah water agency raising tariffs, says to sustain water supply in state

The bus carrying kindergarten children came to a stop after crashing into a tree along Jalan Persiaran Universiti 1 in UPM, Selangor. — Photo courtesy of PDRM
Malaysia / 03 Aug 2025

Dashcam footage shows bus carrying kindergarten pupils crashing in Serdang (VIDEO)

Johor Menteri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi meets with Singapore’s Acting Transport Minister Jeffrey Siow in Singapore August 1, 2025. — Picture via Facebook/ Onn Hafiz Ghazi
Malaysia / 03 Aug 2025

Johor, Singapore propose cross-border e-hailing service for commuters

In a Facebook post, Defence Minister Datuk Seri Mohamed Khaled Nordin said the video conference included Cambodia’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence, General Tea Seiha, and Thailand’s Acting Minister of Defence, General Natthaphon Narkphanit. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 03 Aug 2025

Defence minister holds trilateral meeting to prepare for Cambodia-Thailand border committee meeting

Pahang police chief Datuk Seri Yahaya Othman said the incident left Cpl Mohd Shafril Izzwan Ismail, 37, from the Panching police station, with injuries to his back, chin and left fingers. — Picture by Choo Choy May
Malaysia / 03 Aug 2025

Police corporal slashed with machete by mentally unstable man in Felda Bukit Kuantan

Works Minister Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi said over 80 per cent of road accidents are caused by driver behaviour, not road conditions. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 03 Aug 2025

Most road crashes linked to driver behaviour, not infrastructure, says works minister

Perak Civil Defence Force and medical personnel treat swimmers at the on-site medical base after jellyfish stings during the Teluk Senangin Open Water Swim 2025. — Picture via Facebook/APM Perak
Malaysia / 03 Aug 2025

Raja Kecil Besar Perak among dozens stung by jellyfish during open water meet in Teluk Senangin

Fadillah undergoes a blood glucose test at a booth set up in conjunction with the opening of the HE Clinic Kuching branch here today, accompanied by his wife, Datin Seri Ruziah Mohd Tahir (left). — The Borneo Post pic
Malaysia / 02 Aug 2025

13MP: RM2b flood mitigation works in Kuching to start early next year, says Fadillah

Suhakam also welcomed the appointments of three new Human Rights Commissioners, Mohd Al Adib Samuri, Zufar Yadi Brendan Abdullah and Melissa Mohd Akhir, effective June 28 this year. — Picture via Facebook/Suhakam
Malaysia / 02 Aug 2025

Farah Nini Dusuki named chief children commissioner, three new Suhakam appointments confirmed