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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  / 12 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  / 12 h ago

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

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  / 9 h ago

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

Authorities said no elements of foul play were found after a house officer was discovered dead in a hostel room at Hospital Sultan Ismail Petra. — Picture by Mukhriz Hazim
Malaysia  / 5 h ago

House officer, 29, found dead in hostel room at Kuala Krai hospital

Federal Territories Minister Hannah Yeoh said residents should not exploit development consultations for private benefits. — Picture by Raymond Manuel
Malaysia  / 7 h ago

Hannah Yeoh warns KL residents against abusing DBKL consultations to seek personal perks

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  / 13 h ago

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

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  / 12 h ago

Viral Genting drift lands BMW 325i driver in police custody

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  / 13 h ago

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

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  / 10 h ago

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

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, Gholam-Hossein Mohseni-Eje'i, the head of the judiciary and Alireza Arafi, deputy chairman of the Assembly of Experts, attend the meeting of the interim leadership council of Iran in an unknown location, amid the US-Israel conflict with Iran, in Iran, March 1, 2026. — IRIB/WANA (West Asia News Agency) handout pic via Reuters
World  / 4 h ago

Iran president rules out surrender to Israel, US, apologises to neighbours and says Iran will only return fire

An Emirates airliner sits parked at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) in Los Angeles, California on March 2, 2026, after its return flight to Dubai International Airport (DXB) was cancelled due to the war in the Middle East. — AFP pic
World  / 4 h ago

Emirates halts all Dubai flights until further notice as aerial interception forces shutdown at world’s busiest hub

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim visits PAS spiritual leader Datuk Hashim Jasin at Penang Hospital during a working trip to the northern region today. — Picture via Facebook/Anwar Ibrahim
Malaysia  / 5 h ago

Anwar stops by Penang Hospital to visit ‘old friend’ and PAS spiritual leader Hashim Jasin

A Luckin Coffee MIX (coffee tea) store in Shanghai on December 30, 2025. — Xing Yun/CFoto pic via AFP
Money  / 10 h ago

China’s Luckin Coffee moves to buy Blue Bottle in US$400m deal as competition with Starbucks heats up

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  / 12 h ago

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

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  / 10 h ago

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

Health workers examine a patient’s X-rays at Hospital Kuala Lumpur. Non-communicable and preventable diseases such as diabetes and heart disease are rising in Malaysia. — Reuters pic
Malaysia / 23 Feb 2026

In Dewan Rakyat today: Are public hospitals ready for rising NCDs? Rapid Rail Ramadan hours, care economy also up

Penang DAP chairman Steven Sim (seated fifth from right) with Penang Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow (seated fourth from left) and Penang DAP committee members at the Penang DAP Chinese New Year Open House at SJK (C) Kwang Hua on February 22, 2026. — Berrnama pic
Malaysia / 23 Feb 2026

Penang DAP chief says July 12 congress is for self-reflection, not pulling out of govt

Defence Minister Datuk Seri Mohamed Khaled Nordin honours the sacrifices of late soldier K. Indiran (pictured) who died at age 22 on February 19, 2026 and his father Lt Col C. Kayamboo, an RMAF pilot killed in a 2016 air crash. — Picture via Facebook
Malaysia / 23 Feb 2026

Defence minister says family who lost father and son in service made sacrifice beyond repayment

A man in his 50s is expected to face bribery charges on February 23, 2026, for allegedly providing bribes of about RM8 million to a bank’s group managing director for loan approval back in 2012. — File picture by Shafwan Zaidon
Malaysia / 23 Feb 2026

Former telco director to face bribery charges today in KL court over alleged RM8m bank loan kickback

Chief of Defence Force Gen Datuk Malek Razak Sulaiman (centre) greets S. Usha (right), the mother of the late trooper K. Indiran who died on February 19, 2026 after falling unconscious during training a day earlier, at her home in Taman Sri Nibong, Penang on February 22, 2026. — Picture from Facebook/Angkatan Tentera Malaysia
Malaysia / 23 Feb 2026

Defence Force chief pays respects to late trooper Indiran

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim speaks during the launch of the Rakan Masjid X Rakan Muda Ramadan programme and a breaking-of-fast event at the Federal Territory Mosque in Kuala Lumpur on February 22, 2026. — Picture by Firdaus Latif
Malaysia / 23 Feb 2026

Govt awaiting MITI briefing before responding to new Trump tariffs, says Anwar

Lecturer and consultant respiratory physician at Hospital Al-Sultan Abdullah, Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) Puncak Alam, Dr Aisya Natasya Musa said there is no need to completely forgo sleep after sahur; however, both sleeping posture and the duration of the nap are key factors to consider. — The Borneo Post pic
Malaysia / 23 Feb 2026

What you need to know about sleeping after sahur

Across the country, families are adjusting daily expenditure, postponing discretionary purchases and budgeting more carefully, yet still allocating funds for key festive essentials such as clothing, food preparations, balik kampung travel and duit raya.— Bernama pic
Malaysia / 23 Feb 2026

Malaysians tighten belts but keep Raya spending a household priority despite cost pressures

The presence of people from diverse backgrounds at Ramadan bazaars reflects the true concept of unity. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 23 Feb 2026

Ramadan bazaars a beloved annual tradition for Malaysians

Visitors walk past the Sultan Abdul Samad Building following the completion of restoration works. — Picture by Raymond Manuel
Malaysia / 23 Feb 2026

For ordinary Malaysians, restored Sultan Abdul Samad Building shows heritage works best when it is used

Speaking at a breaking-of-fast event and the launch of the Rakan Masjid × Rakan Muda Ramadan programme at Masjid Wilayah Persekutuan here, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said goodwill shown by one community should be reciprocated. — Picture by Firdaus Latif
Malaysia / 22 Feb 2026

Anwar calls for mutual respect among faiths and races to safeguard national unity

Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek said she had instructed the District Education Office (PPD) to coordinate all forms of assistance and educational support required to ensure the welfare and continuity of the child’s learning are safeguarded. — Bernama file pic
Malaysia / 22 Feb 2026

Fadhlina visits family of late trooper Indiran, pledges help for siblings

The Finance Ministry advised the public not to click on suspicious links or share personal information with unauthorised sources, and to verify information through official MOF channels. — Picture by Raymond Manuel
Malaysia / 22 Feb 2026

MOF dismisses fake Ramadan aid and e-tunai credit claims circulating online

Selangor Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Amirudin Shari said the premises are believed to have discharged oil waste and black-coloured effluent into the drainage system, which later flowed into Sungai Kabul. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 22 Feb 2026

Two recycling premises suspected of causing odour pollution in Sungai Kabul, Semenyih

In his writ and statement of claim, MACC chief Tan Sri Azam Baki seeks RM100 million in general damages, aggravated and exemplary damages, interest and legal costs. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 22 Feb 2026

Civil society group supports MACC chief Azam Baki in legal action against Bloomberg

Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin and Tan Sri Abdul Hadi Awang at a press conference in Kuala Lumpur. The announcement signals a recalibration within Perikatan Nasional’s top ranks following Datuk Seri Ahmad Samsuri Mokhtar’s appointment as chairman. — Picture by Hari Anggara
Malaysia / 22 Feb 2026

Takiyuddin: Muhyiddin now Perikatan deputy chair, Hadi steps back from supreme council