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The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Wisma Putra), in a written reply on the Parliament website, said that Brics offers significant potential for Malaysia’s exports, including palm oil, rubber, electrical and electronics, as well as services such as tourism and healthcare. — Reuters pic

Malaysia / 02 Dec 2025

Brics ties boost Malaysia’s trade, exports as govt eyes faster growth, says Wisma Putra

Flood evacuees at a temporary relief centre in Sekolah Kebangsaan Atas Tol in Kuala Terengganu, December 1, 2025. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 02 Dec 2025

Floods ease across several states as evacuee numbers continue to fall

Datuk Armizan Mohd Ali, who is also the federal domestic trade and cost of living minister, said the Sabah Cabinet line-up sworn in yesterday reflects the collective commitment of the participating parties to lay down the framework and foundation for the state’s direction. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 02 Dec 2025

Sabah’s new govt must deliver on people’s aspirations, says Armizan

Jeli district police chief Supt Kamarulzaman Harun said the incident occurred at 3.30pm when the police were conducting a patrol and saw a Perodua Myvi being driven suspiciously by the roadside in Kampung Sungai Rual, which sped off and refused to cooperate when the patrol indicated they wanted to check it. — Picture by Raymond Manuel

Malaysia / 02 Dec 2025

Kelantan cops arrest undergrad in Jeli after reckless drive, attempted escape

A police forensic vehicle removed the body of a woman from a house in Kampung Paku, Gual Ipoh in Tanah Merah, Kelantan, December 1, 2025. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 02 Dec 2025

Tanah Merah woman’s death treated as murder; husband taken in for investigation

Penang police chief Datuk Azizee Ismail said checks revealed that no civil servant was among those arrested, except for one student from a public institution of higher learning. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 02 Dec 2025

Penang cops shut down social media claims govt officers were held in immoral activities raid

According to the Order Paper on Parliament’s website, Syahredzan Johan (PH-Bangi) will ask the Prime Minister to outline the government’s approach in reducing new borrowings and elaborate on the debt repayment strategy to ensure national debt and fiscal deficits continue to decline. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 02 Dec 2025

In Dewan Rakyat today: Debt cuts, ministerial audits and refugee registry plans under the spotlight

Childcare fees must still be paid upfront, and only families who earn enough to file and pay income tax can claim the rebates later. — AFP pic

Malaysia / 02 Dec 2025

‘Tax relief? There is such a thing?’: B40 mums say childcare aid misses the mark

Deputy Chief Minister I and Works and Utilities Minister Datuk Seri Dr Joachim Gunsalam (right) holds a press conference following the swearing-in of Sabah state Cabinet ministers at the Chief Minister’s official residence in Sri Gaya today. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 01 Dec 2025

Grassroots revolt as GRS and Upko wings reject BN’s entry into Sabah govt

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said the investment reflects confidence in the country’s long-term planning, including the New Industrial Master Plan 2030. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin

Malaysia / 01 Dec 2025

Intel commits extra RM860m as Malaysia becomes its assembly and test hub, says Anwar

Zara Qairina, 13, was confirmed dead at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital, here on July 17, a day after she was found unconscious in a drain near her school dormitory. — Picture via social media

Malaysia / 01 Dec 2025

Witness tells inquest Zara Qairina had lodged sexual harassment complaint at school

Members of the media gather at the entrance of Istana Seri Kinabalu today, ahead of the swearing-in ceremony of Sabah Cabinet members. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 01 Dec 2025

Sabah’s new Cabinet mirrors federal unity govt, Star not yet included

Syed Mohammad Murad Syed Naseem, also known as Murad “Baddestcoach” Zaidi. — Picture via Instagram

Malaysia / 01 Dec 2025

Murder threat report by Caprice against businessman and coach ends with NFA

Tanah Merah police said a 40-year-old woman was found stabbed to death at her Kampung Paku home, allegedly by her husband. Her youngest son reportedly discovered her body after returning from school. — Picture by Raymond Manuel

Malaysia / 01 Dec 2025

Tanah Merah woman slain at home, husband reportedly picks up child from school before surrendering

Under Budget 2026, RM15 billion from next year’s federal spending plan will be allocated for the second round of Sara distribution. — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa

Malaysia / 01 Dec 2025

Anwar’s Budget 2026 sails through Dewan Rakyat with majority support

The government is toughening its stance against gig platforms, warning that dodgers face up to two years’ jail, a RM50,000 fine, or both under the Self-Employment Social Security Act 2017 if they default on Socso and EPF contributions. — Picture by Firdaus Latif

Malaysia / 01 Dec 2025

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Sabah BN chairman Bung Moktar dies at 66 after lung, kidney complications

Ringgit hits highest level since June 2021 as US rate cut hopes grow

Businessman Albert Tei hit with fresh RM64,924 Sabah mining bribery charge to ex-PM’s aide Shamsul Iskandar

KL’s flood-defence trio: How the city manages heavy rainfall and avoids major floods

Sabah Bersatu division chiefs say poll rout blame lies with Kiandee and Hamzah, not Muhyiddin

Anwar acknowledges Sabah’s concerns, says ‘legacy issues’ hinder full delivery of federal aid

Singapore’s booming host club scene has women paying thousands for ‘boyfriend experience’

‘A firm, principled and outspoken figure’: Anwar leads tributes after Bung Moktar dies at 66

Housing minister: 18 families return to new homes after Putra Heights gas blast

Zahid mourns ‘true friend’ Bung Moktar after Sabah BN chief dies at 66

BAM says Malaysia’s best line-up ready to chase seven badminton medals at SEA Games 2025 in Thailand

Head to Bee Leng Restaurant in Batu Caves for hearty fare like fried fish head and dry-fried ‘yee mee’

Nearly RM330m needed to repair Malaysia’s monsoon-hit infrastructure, says Works Ministry

India’s biggest airline cancels 1,200 flights, unleashing airport chaos

Anwar: Malaysia, Singapore make progress on airspace talks for improved flight access

Brics ties boost Malaysia’s trade, exports as govt eyes faster growth, says Wisma Putra

Floods ease across several states as evacuee numbers continue to fall

Sabah’s new govt must deliver on people’s aspirations, says Armizan

Kelantan cops arrest undergrad in Jeli after reckless drive, attempted escape

Tanah Merah woman’s death treated as murder; husband taken in for investigation

Penang cops shut down social media claims govt officers were held in immoral activities raid

In Dewan Rakyat today: Debt cuts, ministerial audits and refugee registry plans under the spotlight

‘Tax relief? There is such a thing?’: B40 mums say childcare aid misses the mark

Grassroots revolt as GRS and Upko wings reject BN’s entry into Sabah govt

Intel commits extra RM860m as Malaysia becomes its assembly and test hub, says Anwar

Witness tells inquest Zara Qairina had lodged sexual harassment complaint at school

Sabah’s new Cabinet mirrors federal unity govt, Star not yet included

Murder threat report by Caprice against businessman and coach ends with NFA

Tanah Merah woman slain at home, husband reportedly picks up child from school before surrendering

Anwar’s Budget 2026 sails through Dewan Rakyat with majority support

Not just fines: Jail time for companies that dodge social protection for gig workers, govt warns