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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  / 18 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  / 18 h ago

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

Federal Territories Minister Hannah Yeoh said residents should not exploit development consultations for private benefits. — Picture by Raymond Manuel
Malaysia  / 12 h ago

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

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  / 11 h ago

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

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  / 15 h ago

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

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  / 19 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  / 18 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  / 18 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  / 16 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  / 10 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  / 10 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  / 11 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  / 16 h ago

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

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  / 16 h ago

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

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  / 17 h ago

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

Kuala Lumpur JPJ director Hamidi Adam said the 26-year-old woman turned back in an attempt to avoid the roadblock but was successfully detained by authorities. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 17 Feb 2026

Ops Falcon: Woman rides against traffic to dodge JPJ roadblock in KL

Chief of Defence Force Gen Datuk Malek Razak Sulaiman said the cap applies to positions exposed to higher risks, including procurement-related roles, to prevent conflicts of interest and abuse of power. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 17 Feb 2026

Chief of Defence Force: ATM caps high-risk posts at 18 months in integrity push

In a post on the Selangor Royal Office Facebook page, Sultan Sharafuddin decreed that every celebration should serve as a platform to strengthen goodwill and mutual respect among communities. — Picture from Facebook/Selangor Royal Office
Malaysia / 17 Feb 2026

Selangor Sultan calls for unity, mutual respect in CNY message

Lim Chin Hee, 71, (fourth left) serves food to his family members during a reunion dinner in conjunction with the Chinese New Year celebration at his residence at Lim Jetty, Pengkalan Weld, George Town, February 16, 2026. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 17 Feb 2026

Across Malaysia, CNY reunion dinners blend tradition and diversity

Through a post on the Sultan Ibrahim Sultan Iskandar Facebook page today, His Majesty expressed his hope that the Chinese New Year celebrations would be observed in an atmosphere of joy, harmony, and a spirit of unity. — Picture from Facebook/Sultan Ibrahim Sultan Iskandar
Malaysia / 16 Feb 2026

King and Queen wish Malaysians joy and prosperity for CNY

Agriculture and Food Security Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Sabu said supplies of basic food items nationwide will remain sufficient and stable during Chinese New Year and the upcoming Ramadan period. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 16 Feb 2026

Agriculture minister dismisses shortage fears, says food supply stable nationwide despite festivities

Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil (left) speaks with former Oriental Daily journalist Low Sock Ken, 68, during a visit to present Tabung Kasih@Hawana assistance at her home in Taman Ungku Tun Aminah, Johor Bahru, February 16, 2026. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 16 Feb 2026

Fahmi urges welfare plan for retired journalists ahead of Hawana

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim (centre) joins guests in tossing ‘yee sang’ during the Chinese New Year celebration with Tambun residents at SJKC Chong Hwa Kanthan hall, Ipoh, February 15, 2026. — Picture via Facebook/Anwar Ibrahim
Malaysia / 16 Feb 2026

‘Gong Xi Fa Cai’: Don't let provocations and differences fracture harmony, says PM Anwar ahead of CNY

A variety of fresh vegetables displayed for sale at Chow Kit wet market, Kuala Lumpur. — Picture by Firdaus Latif
Malaysia / 16 Feb 2026

Traders say meat and vegetable supplies steady amid rising CNY, Ramadan demand

Datuk Chee Chi Vun, 52, together with another individual who is still at large, is accused of deceiving a 75-year-old man into believing he would be granted a 45 per cent stake in a company. — Reuters pic
Malaysia / 16 Feb 2026

‘Datuk’ pleads not guilty to seven fraud charges involving RM20m in Sabah

The MACC has released on bail a director-general and a director of a government agency who were remanded over the alleged misappropriation of about RM900,000. — Picture by Choo Choy May
Malaysia / 16 Feb 2026

MACC releases agency director-general, director on bail over RM900,000 graft probe

KLIA Customs director Zulkifli Muhammad inspects a seized electric motorcycle during a press conference on the airport Customs’ success in busting a RM2.508 million smuggling syndicate, Sepang, February 16, 2026. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 16 Feb 2026

KLIA Customs cracks down on drugs, iron, EV smuggling in RM2.5m haul

The seasonal direct flights between Hong Kong and Kuala Lumpur improve connectivity between the two cities and support Malaysia’s efforts to strengthen international air links and attract more travellers. — The Borneo Post pic
Malaysia / 16 Feb 2026

Tourism Malaysia welcomes new seasonal Hong Kong-Kuala Lumpur flights for CNY

Seremban police chief ACP Azahar Abdul Rahim said police received a report from the victim’s 25-year-old mother, stating she found scratch marks on the baby’s chest and bruising on the left cheek after picking the child up from the caregiver. — Picture by Choo Choy May
Malaysia / 16 Feb 2026

Two-month-old boy hospitalised with bruises, caregiver probed for alleged abuse in Seremban

Thunderstorms and rain are forecast across most of Peninsular Malaysia, the east coast of Sabah and several areas in Sarawak on the first day of Chinese New Year tomorrow, according to MetMalaysia. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 16 Feb 2026

Rain, thunderstorms forecast in most states on first day of Chinese New Year

According to the Fire Department, the 39-year-old woman sustained injuries to her face and head, while the 42-year-old victim suffered injuries to her waist. — Picture from X/Bernama
Malaysia / 16 Feb 2026

Falling trees spark chaos: Two injured in Shah Alam; driver escapes in Sekinchan