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A 13-year-old boy was stopped by JPJ officers in Kedah while driving a Perodua Kancil with his father in the passenger seat. — Bernama file pic
Malaysia  / 5 h ago

Boy, 13, caught driving dad in Perodua Kancil tells Kedah JPJ he had ‘no choice’ as father unwell

National women’s doubles pair Pearly Tan-M. Thinaah marched into their maiden All England semi-final after defeating Indonesia’s Febriana Dwipuji Kusuma-Meilysa Trias Puspitasari in the quarter-finals at the Utilita Arena, Birmingham, early this morning. — AFP pic
Sports  / 5 h ago

Pearly Tan‑M. Thinaah end Malaysia’s 19‑year All England drought with semi‑final breakthrough

US President Donald Trump’s strategy toward other countries has been focused on intensely pressuring them to cooperate and loudly complaining when they say no. — Reuters pic
World  / 17 h ago

A war without a coalition: In the Iran war, US goes it alone like never before as allies balk

The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission today called on Chai Jin Shern, also known as James Chai, to immediately contact investigating officers and return to Malaysia to assist in an ongoing investigation. — Picture by Choo Choy May
Malaysia  / 18 h ago

MACC urges James Chai to return and cooperate, says media statements not a substitute for investigation

Parti Keadilan Rakyat (PKR) has filed lawsuits against former MPs and state asemblymen for allegedly breaching the conditions of a RM10 million bond after leaving the party six years ago. — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa
Malaysia  / 17 h ago

PKR files suits against ex‑MPs, reps over alleged breach of RM10m party bond terms

A BMW 325i seen performing a drift along a winding road leading up to Genting Highlands in a 14-second video that later went viral on TikTok, prompting police to arrest the 29-year-old driver and seize the vehicle for investigation. — Screengrab from Facebook video
Malaysia  / 5 h ago

Viral Genting drift lands BMW 325i driver in police custody

James Chai, who is currently working in the United Kingdom, said he has appointed lawyers in relation to the MACC investigation. — Picture from Facebook/James Chai
Malaysia  / 5 h ago

Former Rafizi aide James Chai appoints lawyers as MACC seeks his cooperation in probe

The Ministry of Finance is currently examining appropriate measures to maintain oil prices at existing rates despite facing the challenge of surging global crude oil prices, which have now surpassed the US$100 (RM394) per barrel mark. — Picture by Ahmad Zamzahuri
Malaysia  / 18 h ago

MOF: Govt studying ways to maintain fuel prices as Middle East conflict pushes crude above US$100

Former health minister Khairy Jamaluddin said he has asked his aide to draft a letter as he considers returning to Umno through the party’s ‘Rumah Bangsa’ initiative. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 5 h ago

Khairy signals bid to return to Umno through ‘Rumah Bangsa’ initiative

US President Donald Trump said yesterday that only Tehran’s unconditional surrender would bring an end to the escalating Middle East war as crude oil prices surged on fears about global supply disruption. — AFP pic
World  / 4 h ago

Trump rules out talks, says only Iran’s ‘unconditional surrender’ can end Middle East war

Perikatan Nasional (PN) chairman Datuk Seri Ahmad Samsuri Mokhtar said speculation linking him to an alleged Bangkok political meeting is unfounded. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin
Malaysia  / 2 h ago

Perikatan chairman Ahmad Samsuri dismisses claims linking him to alleged ‘Bangkok Move’ meeting

Police are investigating a fatal incident in Klang after an alleged gunshot led to a chase and a crash involving a four-wheel-drive vehicle and a motorcycle. — Screengrab from Facebook video
Malaysia  / 3 h ago

Alleged gunshot triggers pursuit before fatal crash between 4WD and motorcycle in Klang, police say

Then Bersatu deputy president Datuk Seri Hamzah Zainudin and Bersatu president Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin attend the party’s annual general meeting at Ideal Convention Centre (IDCC) in Shah Alam September 6, 2025. — Picture by Firdaus Latif
Malaysia  / 3 h ago

‘Who is he to decide?’ Hamzah questions Muhyiddin’s authority over new party’s possible move to join Perikatan

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has called for continued commitment from all civil servants in realising the aspirations of Malaysia Madani to bring the country to a more advanced and competitive level. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin
Malaysia  / 19 h ago

Anwar urges civil service to strengthen governance, improve delivery and adopt new tech under Malaysia Madani

At 6pm, the ringgit stood at 3.9425/9535 versus the greenback from 3.9415/9480 at Thursday’s close. ― Bernama pic
Money  / 19 h ago

Ringgit rises against major currencies, slightly weaker vs US dollar

Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability Minister Datuk Seri Arthur Joseph Kurup said his ministry is planning a national committee and an absolute import ban to curb illegal e-waste entry into the country. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 28 Feb 2026

Environment Ministry proposes national committee to tackle illegal e-waste imports

In a statement, the Malaysia Airlines said affected passengers are being notified and assisted with alternative travel arrangements where required. — Picture by Raymond Manuel
Malaysia / 28 Feb 2026

Malaysia Airlines cancels flights from KL to Doha, Jeddah, Madinah amid Middle East airspace closures

Datuk Seri Azalina Othman Said said the appointment of the first AIAC Court of Arbitration members marks a key milestone and strengthens its global standing as an ADR hub. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 28 Feb 2026

Azalina: Establishment of Asian arbitration court in Malaysia strengthens global standing

Sultan of Perak Sultan Nazrin Shah and Raja Permaisuri of Perak Tuanku Zara Salim browse various dishes at the Arena Kuala Kangsar Ramadan Bazaar, Kuala Kangsar February 28, 2026. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 28 Feb 2026

‘Less sweet, please’: Perak Sultan reminds Ramadan bazaar traders to cut sugar

Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail speaks at a press conference after an official visit to the Malaysian Border Control and Protection Agency (AKPS) entry point at the Bukit Kayu Hitam Immigration, Customs, Quarantine and Security (ICQS) Complex today. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 28 Feb 2026

Saifuddin Nasution: Malaysia to tighten border controls amid rising regional security threats

The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has issued a ‘Notice to Trace Individuals’ involving the children of the late Tun Daim Zainuddin, a former minister. — Picture by Choo Choy May
Malaysia / 28 Feb 2026

MACC trace notices decoded: How they work and what they do (and don’t do)

Women, Family and Community Development Minister Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri said child protection officers had visited the victim, who is currently receiving treatment at a hospital. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 28 Feb 2026

JKM steps in after six-year-old girl allegedly thrown into drain by father in Saratok

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said EPF’s 6.15 per cent dividend payout for 2025 shows strong fund management and continued public confidence despite global market challenges. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 28 Feb 2026

Anwar: EPF’s 6.15pc dividend for 2025 underscores fund’s strength despite global headwinds

MACC says the trace notice for Daim’s children is a procedural move due to repeated non-compliance and is not a punitive action. — Picture by Choo Choy May
Malaysia / 28 Feb 2026

MACC clarifies notice to trace Daim’s children is not a ‘wanted list’

Smoke rises following an explosion in Tehran, Iran, February 28, 2026, after Israel launched a pre-emptive attack against Iran, in this screen grab taken from video. — WANA (West Asia News Agency) handout via Reuters
Malaysia / 28 Feb 2026

Anwar slams Israeli-US attack on Iran as ‘vile attempt’ to derail negotiations, warns region ‘at the edge of catastrophe’

Smoke rises following an explosion, after Israel and the US launched strikes on Iran, in Tehran, Iran, February 28, 2026. — Reuters pic
Malaysia / 28 Feb 2026

Embassy advises Malaysians in Qatar to stay alert amid Middle East tensions

Immigration Director-General Datuk Zakaria Shaaban confirmed that the individuals were detected leaving Malaysia in late January and early this month. He stated that one of the four individuals being sought has no record of leaving the country . — Picture by Choo Choy May
Malaysia / 28 Feb 2026

Immigration confirms that three of the four Daim children being sought by MACC are currently abroad

In newly-released figures today, EPF said 41.2 per cent of its active members — specifically Malaysians working in the formal sector — had in 2025 managed to reach RM240,000 in their EPF saving. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin
Malaysia / 28 Feb 2026

For the first time, over 40pc of Malaysia’s EPF members hit basic target for retirement savings

Kuantan police chief ACP Ashari Abu Samah said the 21-year-old student’s remand period, which expired today, has been extended until March 3 after receiving instructions from the deputy public prosecutor (DPP) for several more actions to be taken to complete the investigation. — Picture by Raymond Manuel
Malaysia / 28 Feb 2026

Court extends remand for university student arrested over social media post allegedly insulting Islam

Crocodile experts at Danau Girang Field Centre said that despite increased sightings in urban areas, the attacks occur in rivers in rural areas not at sea, often when people swim, fish or wash at the same spots repeatedly. — Photo composite courtesy of Danau Girang Field Centre/Erna Mahyuni
Malaysia / 28 Feb 2026

‘Healthy fear is good’: Wildlife pros share tips on staying safe from crocodiles, vital though dangerous keystone species of Sabah’s ecosystem

Ipoh district police chief ACP Abang Zainal Abidin Abang Ahmad said Tanjung Rambutan police received a report of cable theft in the area at about 12.40am, followed 10 minutes later by another report that a man was feared drowned near the same location. — Unsplash pic
Malaysia / 28 Feb 2026

Man goes missing in Ulu Kinta dam as police link case to cable theft, detain alleged accomplice