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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

The head of Kg Bambangan Tagal said the deaths in the river started with the ‘palian’ fish but has since affected almost all types of fish. — Picture from Daily Express
Malaysia / 07 Feb 2026

Mystery fish deaths return to Tambunan river, now affecting more species

The Sabah capital city will be closing off several roads surrounding Lintasan Deasoka, including Jalan KK Bypass, Jalan Gaya, Jalan Pantai, and Jalan Coastal, from February 9 to 11, 2026 for the Chinese New Year carnival. — Picture from Facebook/Kota Kinabalu City
Malaysia / 07 Feb 2026

Heads up, KK drivers: Road closures from Feb 9–11 for CNY carnival

A remote-controlled spider lift crane overturned during signboard work on Jalan Ipoh in Kuala Lumpur, killing a Bangladeshi worker who was repairing a signboard by the roadside, and damaging two cars, a Proton Persona and a BMW 523i. — Picture from Facebook/Bernama
Malaysia / 07 Feb 2026

Crane topples during signboard work on Jalan Perak in KL, claims life of Bangladeshi worker

Johor DAP chairman Teo Nie Ching does not rule out the possibility of a Johor state electionin 2026. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 07 Feb 2026

Johor Pakatan starts internal seat-sharing talks as state polls loom

KTMB said such incidents not only disrupt critical rail infrastructure but also pose safety risks to train operations and passengers, leading to service delays and operational disruptions. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin
Malaysia / 07 Feb 2026

KTMB backs Transport Ministry’s move to toughen penalties for cable theft and rail trespassing

The ministry said matters related to the construction, renovation and compliance of places of worship fall under the jurisdiction of the Ministry of Housing and Local Government through relevant legal provisions. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 07 Feb 2026

Unity Ministry urges legal process, warns against racial or religious tensions over places of worship

Datuk Seri Dr Wan Azizah Wan Ismail said the matter reflects the commitment of Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim to ensure that national development is not focused solely on urban areas, but also benefits rural communities. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 07 Feb 2026

Dr Wan Azizah: Govt committed to improving basic amenities in every Malaysian village

Ranhill SAJ said water tankers and static tanks will be provided as needed at strategic locations. — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa
Malaysia / 07 Feb 2026

Water rationing in Kluang, Pontian starts tonight till Feb 28 as Machap dam levels drop

Datuk Mohd Na’im Mokhtar (pictured) has settled his defamation case out-of-court with Malaccan Ramzi Kamil, who goes by the name ‘Rembo Melaka’ on social media. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin
Malaysia / 07 Feb 2026

‘Rembo Melaka’ says sorry, deletes Facebook vaccine posts in defamation settlement with ex-Islamic Affairs minister Na’im Mokhtar

DAPSY chief Woo Kah Leong called on all parties to stop using the term “kuil haram” (illegal temple), describing it as prejudicial, misleading, and hurtful to Hindu worshippers.
Malaysia / 07 Feb 2026

DAP Youth chief urges action against ‘illegal temple’ rally organisers, calls for end to divisive labels

Motorists get 50 per cent off tolls for Chinese New Year on February 14–15, with the government footing RM19.5 million to highway operators. — File picture by Hari Anggara
Malaysia / 07 Feb 2026

Half-price tolls Feb 14–15 for CNY; minister urges drivers to plan trips with MyPLUS-TTA and TuJu apps

A trader arranges packets of kuih for sale at a bazaar. The Melaka government said there are 50 approved licences for Ramadan bazaars and eight for Aidilfitri. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 07 Feb 2026

As Melaka readies for Ramadan and Aidilfitri bazaars with 4,000 traders, authorities vow crackdown on licence misuse

Kuala Lumpur police chief Datuk Fadil Marsus said the decision was made following security intelligence assessments and feedback obtained from all relevant parties, including the owners of premises in the surrounding area. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 07 Feb 2026

City police deny permit for Garah rally at Sogo over security risks and public safety concerns

Kuala Lumpur Traffic Investigation and Enforcement Department chief ACP Mohd Zamzuri Mohd Isa said Kuala Lumpur City Hall will close the roads in stages from 2 pm to midnight to ensure the smooth running of the event and the safety of road users and the public. — Picture by Firdaus Latif
Malaysia / 07 Feb 2026

Major KL roads to be shut from 2pm to midnight today for MotoGP season launch

Perak KPDN director Datuk Kamaluddin Ismail also said the total value of compounds imposed in 2025 also increased to RM1.13 million compared with RM358,200 in 2024, indicating that compliance levels among traders still need to be improved. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 07 Feb 2026

Trader compliance still lagging after RM3.57m in seizures in 2025, says Perak Domestic Trade Ministry

UTM Campus Sustainability Centre director Prof Mohd Fadhil Md Din previously suggested that data centre companies planning to develop facilities in Johor should explore the potential of groundwater to reduce pressure on the public water supply system. — Unsplash pic
Malaysia / 07 Feb 2026

With data centres booming, Johor looking into groundwater for industry needs