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Bung Moktar, seen here in a recent file photo, died at Gleneagles Hospital Kota Kinabalu at age 66 early today. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 4 h ago

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

Sabah BN secretary Datuk Jafry Ariffin said party chairman Datuk Seri Bung Moktar Radin is resting and undergoing light medical treatment under doctors’ supervision. — Daily Express pic
Malaysia  / 19 h ago

Bung Moktar taking time off for light medical treatment, says Sabah BN secretary

At 6pm, the ringgit bounced to 4.1115/1165 versus the greenback compared to yesterday’s close of 4.1200/1235. — Picture By Choo Choy May
Money  / 17 h ago

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

Kuala Lumpur has recorded a total of 1,863 mm of rainfall up to September, roughly half of its average annual rainfall over the past five years. — Picture by Choo Choy May
Malaysia  / 5 h ago

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

Businessman Albert Tei, 37, taken to the Sessions Court in Shah Alam, Selangor for a corruption charge on December 5, 2025. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 2 h ago

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

Eight Bersatu division chiefs in Sabah said the coalition’s state election defeat stems from state-level leadership decisions, rejecting attempts to blame party president Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin. — Picture by Ahmad Zamzahuri
Malaysia  / 19 h ago

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

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim speaks at a press conference after attending the 12th Malaysia–Singapore Leaders’ Retreat in Singapore today. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 16 h ago

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

New housing aid recipient Mohmad Johar Misri (centre) stands with his family at the key-handover ceremony for victims of the Putra Heights gas explosion in Kampung Sungai Baru, Subang Jaya December 4, 2025. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 19 h ago

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

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim paid tribute to Datuk Seri Bung Moktar Radin today, recalling him as a steadfast and outspoken Sabah leader. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 2 h ago

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

Hosts sometimes accompany patrons outside the club, taking them to dinners or other venues, and may exchange contact details with regulars. — AFP pic
Singapore  / 1 h ago

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

Malaysia’s mixed doubles champions Chen Tang Jie (left) and Toh Ee Wei (centre) share a light-hearted moment with BAM president Datuk Seri Tengku Zafrul Abdul Aziz (right) at his office on December 3, 2025. — Picture from Facebook/Tengku Zafrul
Sports  / 18 h ago

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

Kinabatangan MP Datuk Seri Bung Moktar Radin died at age 66 at a private hospital in Kota Kinabalu, Sabah at 1.46am December 5, 2025. — Picture from Facebook/Zahid Hamidi
Malaysia  / 3 h ago

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

An aerial view shows a motorist driving on a road surrounded by flood waters in Kangar in northern Malaysia’s Perlis state on November 28, 2025, as severe flooding affected thousands of people in the region following days of heavy rain. The Works Ministry estimates that RM327.8 million is needed so far to repair public infrastructure damaged by the North-east Monsoon. — AFP pic
Malaysia  / 15 h ago

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

Teochew-style fried fish head is a signature dish at Bee Leng. — Picture by Ethan Lau
Eat-drink  / 3 h ago

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

Passengers line up at an Indigo Airlines kiosk at the Kempegowda International Airport in Bengaluru on December 4, 2025. — AFP pic
World  / 17 h ago

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

Fadillah said Malaysia will accelerate its renewable energy transition and strengthen national water management as part of the Madani agenda. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 1d ago

DPM Fadillah: Malaysia to fast-track renewable energy push, tighten water security under Madani agenda

Businessman Albert Tei is pictured at the Kuala Lumpur Court Complex in Kuala Lumpur December 4, 2025. — Picture by Firdaus Latif
Malaysia / 1d ago

Albert Tei charged over alleged RM170,000 bribery of PM’s ex-aide Shamsul Iskandar, pleads not guilty

File photo for illustration purposes only. The Kedah Education Department said both teachers have been removed from their schools while investigations into alleged sexual misconduct continue. — Picture by Farhan Najib
Malaysia / 1d ago

Kedah Education Department pulls two teachers from classrooms following viral sexual misconduct claims

Flood victims being housed at the Temporary Relief Centre (PPS) at Sekolah Kebangsaan Atas Tol in Kuala Terengganu, December 1, 2025. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 1d ago

Perlis, Pahang nearly fully recovered from floods, evacuees drop further in Perak, Selangor

Sabak Bernam district police chief Superintendent Md Yusof Ahmad said four men have been detained to assist with inquiries. — Picture By Raymond Manuel
Malaysia / 1d ago

Police probe alleged reckless driving, mob aggression in viral Sungai Besar brawl

Datuk Seri Shamsul Iskandar Mohd Akin is pictured at the Kuala Lumpur Court Complex in Kuala Lumpur December 4, 2025. — Picture by Firdaus Latif
Malaysia / 1d ago

PM’s ex-aide Shamsul Iskandar charged over alleged RM140,000 cash bribe, RM36,000 goods from Albert Tei

The Sri Tanjong Assemblyman said Warisan’s main priority now is to carry out its responsibilities and serve the people in the state. — Daily Express pic
Malaysia / 1d ago

Warisan dismisses claims of Peninsular push, says party staying focused on Sabah

Sarawak Pakatan Harapan secretary Alan Ling (left) points to the dress code poster at IRB Miri office. — The Borneo Post pic
Malaysia / 1d ago

Miri MP: Dress code only guidance, public must not be refused IRB services over attire

Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Openg said Sarawak’s creation of its own bank and petroleum company has enabled the state to finance major development projects independently of federal allocations. — The Borneo Post pic
Malaysia / 1d ago

Abang Johari: Sarawak’s own bank and Petros allow state to drive development independently

Masidi says the issue was highlighted as one of the government’s priorities during the first Cabinet meeting. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 1d ago

Sabah will not compromise on 40pc revenue claim, says Masidi

Police said a 62-year-old man in Perak lost RM300,651 after falling victim to a bogus stock investment scheme promoted through Facebook. — Reuters pic
Malaysia / 1d ago

Man loses over RM300,000 to fake Facebook investment scheme, say Perak police

Datuk Mas Ermieyati Samsudin said PAC has urged Khazanah Nasional to strengthen its risk management framework and deepen scenario analysis to better anticipate technological and geopolitical shocks. — Photo by Shafwan Zaidon
Malaysia / 1d ago

PAC urges Khazanah to strengthen risk framework, deepen scenario analysis

National Anti-Drugs Agency (AADK) detain individuals as part of Ops Cegah Khas in Ipoh December 3, 2025. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 1d ago

AADK nabs over 1,000 in three-day anti-drug sweep across Malaysia

The Royal Malaysian Navy rescued two Indonesian fishermen adrift near Pulau Jarak after their boat suffered severe engine failure. — Picture via Facebook/RoyalMalaysianNavy
Malaysia / 1d ago

Navy rescues two Indonesian fishermen adrift since Nov 28 near Lumut

Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said the Madani government’s three-year administration has restored stability, boosted rural development and strengthened TVET outcomes. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 1d ago

Zahid: Madani govt’s three years have reset Malaysia’s course and restored stability

The Dewan Rakyat has passed two amendment Bills aimed at raising TVET standards, strengthening oversight of training providers and expanding financial assistance under the Skills Development Fund. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 1d ago

Dewan Rakyat passes Bills to strengthen TVET standards, expand skills training funding