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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

His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia, gestures to Johor Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Onn Hafiz Ghazi during a visit to the the Johor Royal Botanical Garden. — Istana Negara/Facebook pic
Malaysia / 18 Jul 2025

Sultan Ibrahim visits Johor Royal Botanical Garden as part of state’s future tourism plans

Siti Kasim speaks during interview in Kuala Lumpur on June 23, 2022. — Picture by Miera Zulyana
Malaysia / 18 Jul 2025

Siti Kasim wins RM160,000 in wrongful arrest suit against Jawi

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim speaks to the media after performing Friday prayers in Putrajaya. July 18, 2025. — Picture by Raymond Manuel
Malaysia / 18 Jul 2025

Anwar says ready to meet Umno leaders over Najib royal addendum but won’t pre-empt courts

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim arrives for Friday prayers at a surau in Putrajaya on July 18, 2025 — Picture by Raymond Manuel
Malaysia / 18 Jul 2025

PM: Malaysia to follow diplomatic process on Nick Adams’ ambassadorship

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim speaks to the media after performing Friday prayers in Putrajaya on July 18, 2025 — Picture by Raymond Manuel
Malaysia / 18 Jul 2025

Anwar says new CJ appointment clears him of judicial interference claim

A container lorry is seen lying on its side on the Kesas Highway. — Klang Community/Facebook pic
Malaysia / 18 Jul 2025

Chemical spill on Kesas Highway after container lorry flips

A general view of the Sungai Besi plaza toll on July 19, 2022. — Picture by Hari Anggara
Malaysia / 18 Jul 2025

Plus: Road diversion at Sungai Besi Toll to UPM Interchange for gantry installation tonight

Police officers are deployed ahead of a rally in Kuala Lumpur on Sept 16, 2023. — Picture by Shafwan Zaidon
Malaysia / 18 Jul 2025

KL police brace for big turnout at July 26 rally, to deploy over 2,000 officers

Datuk Rusdi Mohd Isa (left) hands over the baton of command to Datuk Mohamed Usuf Jan Mohamad (right), witnessed by Datuk Hamzah Ahmad (centre), at the Kuala Lumpur police headquarters on July 18, 2025. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 18 Jul 2025

Mohamed Usuf steps up as Kuala Lumpur’s acting police chief, pledges safer city

A photo shows the logo of US social media platform X, formerly known as Twitter, displayed on a smartphone screen in Frankfurt, Germany. — AFP pic
Malaysia / 18 Jul 2025

KL graphic designer charged over tweets mocking Islam

An undated illustrative photograph shows a person holding a gavel. — Reuters pic
Malaysia / 18 Jul 2025

Shop assistant charged with murder of girlfriend’s toddle in Alor Gajah

The condition of the bus involved in the horrific crash that claimed the lives of 15 students from Sultan Idris Education University (UPSI) at KM53 of the East-West Highway (JRTB) near Gerik. June 9, 2025. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 18 Jul 2025

Task force report says fatal UPSI bus crash mainly caused by speeding, but highlights ‘systemic breakdown’ in safety oversight

Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek (second left) meeting the family of the student of Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan Agama Tun Datu Mustafa Limauan. — Picture from Facebook/Fadhlina Sidek
Malaysia / 18 Jul 2025

Sabah student’s dorm death: Education Ministry pledges full support amid probe, urges public not to speculate

Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi visiting Onuku Farm, a sheep and dairy farm, to observe best practices in the agriculture and livestock industry that could be emulated and adapted in Malaysia. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 18 Jul 2025

‘Don’t be arrogant’: Zahid hits back at critics of his NZ working visit, says Malaysia must be ready to learn from others

Genesis is escorted by police at the Kuching Court Complex lobby. — The Borneo Post pic
Malaysia / 18 Jul 2025

Bukit Aman cop charged with murder over fatal April shooting in Kuching, claims trial

Shoppers walk along a busy street in Bukit Bintang, Kuala Lumpur. April 1, 2025. — Picture by Raymond Manuel
Malaysia / 18 Jul 2025

Malaysia’s economy seen growing 4.5pc in Q2 2025 on strong domestic demand