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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  / 16 h ago

EPF announces policy and product enhancements effective January 2026

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  / 18 h ago

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

(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  / 5 h ago

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

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  / 5 h ago

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

Starting January 1, businesses with an annual turnover or revenue of up to RM5 million will be required to implement e-invoicing. — Bernama pic 
Malaysia  / 1 h ago

Starting today, businesses with revenue up to RM5m required to implement e-invoicing

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  / 16 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  / 19 h ago

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

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim was the guest of honour at the Visit Malaysia 2026 Countdown campaign in Pavilion KL, December 31, 2025. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin
Malaysia  / 3 h ago

Anwar joins packed Bukit Bintang crowd to ring in New Year, kick off Visit Malaysia 2026

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  / 18 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  / 19 h ago

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

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  / 17 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  / 19 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  / 18 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  / 17 h ago

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

In his New Year’s Eve message, DAP secretary-general Anthony Loke calls for integrity and problem-solving in 2026. — Unsplash pic
Malaysia  / 19 h ago

Politics must improve lives, not fuel conflict, says DAP sec-gen as Malaysia readies for 2026

Dewan Rakyat Speaker Tan Sri Johari Abdul said the 13th Malaysia Plan will be the focus in the Parliament. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 19 Jul 2025

Parliament reopens Monday to focus on 13th Malaysia Plan; Rafizi and Nik Nazmi moved to backbenchers’ area

Screengrab of an Australian passport allegedly used by Jho Low with the identity Constantinos Achilles Veis. — Screegrab from YouTube/Project Brazen
Malaysia / 19 Jul 2025

Jho Low resurfaces? 1MDB fugitive allegedly living in Shanghai under Greek alias, fake Australian passport (VIDEO)

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim attended the National-level 2025 Unity Week (SMP) Launch Ceremony held at the grounds of Batu Kawan Stadium. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 19 Jul 2025

PM: No judges removed, eight Court of Appeal and 14 High Court judges to be sworn in on July 28

Through the Differentiated HIV Services for Key Populations, the Malaysian AIDS Council is reaching out to high-risk community in Kota Bharu. — Picture by Firdaus Latif
Malaysia / 19 Jul 2025

Malaysian AIDS Council confirms MOH-backed outreach session in Kota Bharu as Kelantan cops chastised over ‘gay sex party’ accusation

The family was among over 200 foreigners screened in the joint operation by the Perak Immigration Department and the General Operations Force. — Picture by Choo Choy May .
Malaysia / 19 Jul 2025

Woman flees Immigration raid in Ipoh, leaves husband and children behind

Seri Alam police chief Supt Mohd Sohaimi Ishak said the police received a report on the incident yesterday after the 39-year-old victim realised he had been cheated. ― Reuters file pic
Malaysia / 19 Jul 2025

Company manager loses over RM260,000 to WhatsApp investment scam

Tengku Permaisuri Selangor, Tengku Permaisuri Norashikin, has been proclaimed as the first Chancellor of Universiti Islam Sultan of Selangor, Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah (left) is seen with Tengku Permaisuri Selangor, Tengku Permaisuri Norashikin (right) during the university’s 27th Proclamation and Convocation Ceremony held in Kajang today. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 19 Jul 2025

Tengku Permaisuri Selangor proclaimed first chancellor of Universiti Islam Selangor

Johor Menteri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi Menteri Besar Datuk said that Johor Bahru’s cost of living had surpassed that of several other major Malaysian cities. — Bernama file pic
Malaysia / 19 Jul 2025

Johor drafting measures to tackle rising food, transport and housing costs

Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil (right) and deputy Teo Nie Ching (left) were present last night in a discussion with Finas members. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 19 Jul 2025

Communications Ministry: Proposed Finas Act amendment aligns with technological advancements

Kelantan Police Chief Datuk Mohd Yusoff Mamat (second left) speaks at a press conference after the Monthly Assembly at the Kelantan Contingent Police Headquarters. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 19 Jul 2025

Civil groups clarify Kelantan event was HIV medical outreach not ‘gay sex party’, slam police’s conduct during raid

Deputy minister Adam Adli said the needs for sports facilities in rural areas differed according to location and required planning so that it could be implemented as best as possible. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 19 Jul 2025

Sports Ministry to prioritise improving sports facilities in rural areas

Socialist Party of Malaysia (PSM) deputy chair S Arutchelvan (left) seen attending the meeting called by Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin. — Picture from Facebook/Muhyiddin Yassin
Malaysia / 19 Jul 2025

PSM denies joining Perikatan after meeting Muhyiddin, says coalition talks not decided

A statement posted on the Selangor Royal Office Facebook page said Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah also decreed that this diligence involved taking into account views from various parties, particularly from the state Fatwa Committee and syariah law experts. — Picture via Facebook
Malaysia / 19 Jul 2025

Sultan Sharafuddin: Every fatwa in Selangor goes through rigorous process

Part of the cash that was burned in a bid to hide evidence during a MACC raid. — Pictures from Facebook
Malaysia / 19 Jul 2025

Burn notice: Project boss tries torching RM1m evidence as MACC raids home over data centre graft probe

Kajang district police chief ACP Naazron Abdul Yusof said they received word of the incident at about 11.57am when concerned passersby brought the brothers to a police station. —Picture by Raymond Manuel
Malaysia / 19 Jul 2025

Police: Two boys found unsupervised by Bangi roadside slipped out while nanny taking nap

Rafizi Ramli (centre) leading PKR MPs including Nik Nazmi Nik Ahmad and Wong Chen giving a press conference on judiciary independence. July 7, 2025. — Picture by Choo Choy May.
Malaysia / 19 Jul 2025

‘Not their home any more’: Rafizi warns PKR risks Umno-style exodus over grassroots anger after party polls