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A general view shows the Sungai Besi toll plaza on July 19, 2022. — Hari Anggara pic

No toll rate hikes for 10 highways in 2026, govt to absorb cost

Human Resources Minister Datuk Seri R. Ramanan said the establishment of the Gig Consultative Council and Gig Workers Tribunal would serve as a fair, efficient, and reality-focused governance and dispute resolution mechanism for the realities of gig work. — Bernama pic

Ramanan flags gig council, HR policy as top priorities to boost employment ecosystem

Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said that Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim had taken several factors into consideration before appointing Hannah and Lo to lead the portfolios. — Bernama pic

Hannah Yeoh’s FT appointment won’t affect Malay agenda, says Zahid

Communication Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil speaks at a weekly press conference at Auditorium Seri Angkasa in Kuala Lumpur on December 18, 2025. — Bernama pic

Fahmi defends new Cabinet appointments amid public criticism

As of December 17, nearly 5.6 million Sara recipients — including newly approved recipients — had utilised their MyKad to purchase basic goods at registered outlets, reflecting a 99 per cent usage rate, with total spending amounting to RM4.59 billion, said Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan. — Picture by Yusof Isa

Nearly 5.6 million Sara recipients spend RM4.59b in basic goods as of Dec 17, says Amir Hamzah

RMAF chief General Datuk Seri Muhamad Norazlan Aris said timeline considerations and technical conditions set by Kuwait for the proposed acquisition are key factors in determining whether the air force will proceed with the plan or shift to alternative options to ensure national airspace readiness is not compromised. — Bernama pic

RMAF may fast-track fighter jet programme amid Kuwait Hornet delays, says air force chief

Selangor Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Amirudin Shari speaks at the launch of the Cyberjaya Fibrisation Project in Shah Alam, December 18, 2025. He said the Cabinet is expected to submit the project framework to the state government in January next year, after which a final decision will be made. — Bernama pic

Selangor awaits Cabinet green light on Carey Island third port, says MB

The Finance Ministry said the eligibility list for Budi95 recipients is updated periodically based on the latest data to ensure that no eligible Malaysian is left out of the programme. — Picture by Yusof Isa

No plans to offer cash rebates under Budi95 to push EV, hybrid adoption, says Amir Hamzah

Kelantan police chief Datuk Mohd Yusoff Mamat said 25 illegal bases in the Tanah Merah and Pasir Mas districts have been dismantled since last month. — Bernama pic

Kelantan police to demolish 50 illegal Golok River bases by month-end

According to the charge, Khairul Rizuan Abdullah is charged with murdering Wan Khairul Safinah Ishak, 44, at a house in Flat Tuna, Seberang Jaya at 4pm, December 8. — Bernama pic

Unemployed man, 28, charged with murdering wife, 44, in Seberang Jaya

Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Religious Affairs) Zulkifli Hasan said that any decision to increase the quota rests entirely with the Saudi Arabian government, adding that Malaysia hopes the request will be approved. — Bernama pic

Zulkifli: Malaysia waiting on Saudi nod for additional 2026 Haj quota

Floodwaters inundate the Taman Guru area in Kuantan, Pahang following continuous rain that caused Sungai Belat to overflow, December 18, 2025. — Bernama pic

Floods worsen across several states in Malaysia as Pahang records over 8,000 evacuees

In a statement today, the AGC warned that assumptions or the dissemination of unverified information could undermine the investigation and erode public confidence in the justice system. — Picture by Devan Manuel

Durian Tunggal shooting: AGC warns against public speculation

BN chairman Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said that although the matter has yet to be brought to the Umno and BN supreme councils, the late Datuk Seri Bung Moktar Radin had previously suggested that Naim Kurniawan be given the opportunity to contest the seat.

BN eyes Bung Moktar’s son for Kinabatangan by-election, says Zahid

A billboard stands in front of the Petronas Twin Towers in Kuala Lumpur on July 6, 2025. — Bernama pic

Are Malaysians really feeling better about the economy? Latest Ipsos data says yes

Lawyer Tan Sri Muhammad Shafee Abdullah speaks during a press conference at the Kuala Lumpur Court Complex on December 18, 2025. — Sayuti Zainudin pic

Shafee: Government must not delay Najib’s house arrest if court allows it