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Ng Teck Lee and Thor Chwee Hwa in CPIB’s custody on December 3, 2024. — Composite of CPIB photos
Singapore  / 14 h ago

Wife of ex-Citiraya boss jailed over US$51m chip scam linked to bank account misuse in Singapore

Breakfast spread at Uncle Lai Kopitiam. — Picture by CK Lim
Eat-drink  / 18 h ago

Nyonya ‘laksa mee hoon kueh’ steals the (breakfast) show at Uncle Lai Kopitiam in Melaka

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said Malaysia is currently facing multiple economic challenges, and stressed the need to consider the broader fiscal context. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 17 h ago

Anwar: Amir Hamzah to provide explanation regarding govt's allocation to Tengku Mahkota of Pahang

Kota Tinggi District Police Chief, Superintendent Yusof bin Haji Othman, confirmed that police received a distress call from the public at approximately 9am, regarding the fatal incident at Kilometer 57.5 of the Jalan Johor Bahru-Mersing route. — JBPM pic
Malaysia  / 8 h ago

Ferrari crash on Johor Bahru-Mersing road claims lives of two Singaporeans

Sultan Ibrahim (left) meets renowned Russian test pilot and ‘Hero of Russia’ recipient, Sergei Bogdan (right) in Moscow on May 8, 2026. — Picture from Facebook/Sultan Ibrahim Sultan Iskandar
Malaysia  / 17 h ago

Sultan Ibrahim witnesses Su-57E fighter jet demonstration by ‘Hero of Russia’ pilot in Moscow

Housing and Local Government Minister Nga Kor Ming says Malaysia has the expertise to be a K9 breeding nation. — Pictures from Facebook/Jabatan Bomba dan Penyelamat Malaysia
Malaysia  / 11 h ago

‘Home-grown champions’ for Asean: Putrajaya eyes future K9 exports with Bomba’s RM2.4m breeding hub in Penang

Operating hours for 10 public parks under the management of Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) will be extended, with parks opening earlier from 5.30am until 10 pm to provide city residents with more opportunities for leisure and recreational activities. — File picture by Shafwan Zaidon
Malaysia  / 7 h ago

Early birds, rejoice! DBKL announces 10 public parks to open from 5.30am to 10pm

Tan Sri Kenneth Eswaran died aged 65 at the Pantai Hospital in Bangsar, Kuala Lumpur on May 9, 2026 at about 7am. — Picture from Facebook/Tan Sri Kenneth Eswaran
Malaysia  / 11 h ago

Former Indian chambers chief Kenneth Eswaran dies in KL at 65, wake set for Monday in Country Heights house

A poster showing the three Malaysian elephants Dara, Amoi and Kelat at the Tennoji Zoo in Osaka, Japan under a 25-year deal with the Taiping Zoo in Perak. — Picture from Facebook/Tennoji Zoo
Malaysia  / 12 h ago

Taiping reject claims of wrongdoing in transfer of Malaysian elephants Dara, Amoi and Kelat to Japanese zoo

A teenage cosplayer was arrested after getting into a scuffle with convicted child sex offender Amos Yee at an anime convention in Suntec Singapore yesterday. — Screengrab via social media and X/Amos Yee
Singapore  / 8 h ago

Singapore police arrest teen cosplayer after attack on convicted child sex offender Amos Yee at anime convention

Transport Minister Anthony Loke (second right) boards a bus after officiating the new route under the BAS.MY Kuching Stage Bus Service Transformation Programme in Kota Samarahan, Sarawak on May 9, 2026. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 12 h ago

Putrajaya and Sarawak finalising RM1.8b Bintulu Port takeover deal

Labrador pup ‘Brave’ (right), the son of Lottie born on March 18, 2026, is the newest recruit in the K9 Tracker Dog Unit of the Fire and Rescue Department on May 9, 2026. — Picture from Facebook/Bernama
Malaysia  / 15 h ago

‘Brave’ joins Bomba’s K9 unit

Pallegama Hemarathana, 71, was arrested at a private hospital in the capital Colombo where he had sought treatment over the weekend amid an investigation into the alleged abuse of the 11-year-old girl in 2022. — Picture By Raymond Manuel
World  / 14 h ago

Top Sri Lankan Buddhist monk arrested over alleged sexual abuse of underage girl

A homeowner on Jalan I-Satu, Taman Melawati in Kuala Lumpur found signs of a break-in and the loss of jewellery and watches worth RM800,000 after returning at 11.30pm May 7, 2026. — Picture by Choo Choy May
Malaysia  / 10 h ago

Police hunt burglars who fled with RM800,000 in valuables from Taman Melawati home

LHDN said the approach is a proactive step towards a pilot project involving the pre-filling of tax relief information based on e-invoice transaction data into the Income Tax Return Form for the Year of Assessment 2026. — Picture by Hari Anggara
Malaysia  / 7 h ago

LHDN: Start collecting your e-invoices for your tax relief claims

Malaysia’s Ambassador to Qatar Mohd Faizal Razali said the first flight carrying evacuees back to Malaysia is expected to depart via Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, as early as Monday or Tuesday, although the schedule has yet to be finalised. — Reuters pic
Malaysia / 07 Mar 2026

Over 320 Malaysians in Qatar register for voluntary evacuation, first flight may leave early next week

During the call Prime Minister Datuk Anwar Ibrahim expressed condolences to the government and people of Iran over the death of its Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei and Iranian citizens killed by United States (US) and Israeli attacks. — Picture via Facebook/Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim
Malaysia / 07 Mar 2026

Anwar condemns US, Israel attacks on Iran in call with Tehran’s foreign minister

The IRB said that the refund involves individual taxpayers who have submitted the Income Tax Return Form (BNCP) for the 2025 Year of Assessment, in line with the opening of e-Filing services that commenced on March 1. — Picture by Hari Anggara
Malaysia / 07 Mar 2026

IRB: Tax refunds for 2025 assessment year to be credited from second week of March

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 / 07 Mar 2026

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

Authorities said the fight is believed to be linked to a dispute over a wager involving a night running event. — Daily Express pic
Malaysia / 07 Mar 2026

Five detained after brawl at Tawau bazaar linked to night-run wager

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 / 07 Mar 2026

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

Traders at Ramadan bazaars across the city are grappling with rising costs for chicken, eggs, flour and coconut milk, yet continue serving traditional favourites to customers. — Picture by Firdaus Latif
Malaysia / 07 Mar 2026

From ‘murtabak’ to ‘nasi kerabu’, vendors strive to keep Ramadan staples affordable despite soaring expenses

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 / 06 Mar 2026

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

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 / 06 Mar 2026

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

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said Malaysia needs a fair and comprehensive legal framework capable of addressing the demands and challenges of the digital era. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin
Malaysia / 06 Mar 2026

Anwar: Malaysia needs stronger laws to tackle cybercrime and digital‑era risks

The empty terminal at King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh is pictured on March 1, 2026. The Malaysian Embassy in Riyadh has advised Malaysians residing in Riyadh and eastern Saudi Arabia, as well as holders of the ‘Iqamah’ (Resident ID), to review their employment contract terms and obtain approval from their employers before joining the Malaysian government’s evacuation process. — AFP pic
Malaysia / 06 Mar 2026

Malaysian Embassy in Riyadh urges citizens to check contracts, get employer approval before evacuation

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 / 06 Mar 2026

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

National Unity Deputy Minister R Yuneswaran (pic) and Deputy Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Religious Affairs) Marhamah Roslin, who co‑chaired the Harmony and Governance Strategy Meeting on Issues Related to non‑Islamic houses of worship, said the government will continue to strengthen governance for non‑Islamic houses of worship through better inter‑agency coordination, adherence to guidelines and a dialogue‑based approach to ensure issues are addressed harmoniously and prudently. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 06 Mar 2026

Putrajaya tightens governance framework, inter‑agency coordination on non‑Islamic houses of worship, say deputy ministers

Wisma Putra Head of Protocol Ikram Mohd Ibrahim (left) discusses with representatives of Wisma Putra delegations in conflict countries at a media briefing session regarding the conflict in the Middle East at Wisma Putra March 6, 2026. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 06 Mar 2026

Wisma Putra: Govt plans staged evacuation for 2,289 Malaysians stranded by Middle East conflict, but airspace limits slow efforts

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 / 06 Mar 2026

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

Selangor Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Amirudin Shari said the number of fully sponsored pilgrims saw an increase of 29, rising from 46 in last year’s haj season. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 06 Mar 2026

Selangor to fully sponsor 75 pilgrims for this year’s Haj, up from 46 last year, says MB