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Mohamed Nasser is a Consulting Editor involved in over 150 publications since 2008. Active as a poet and blogger, his solo book Aku Kaki Sakat appeared in 2019, alongside his well-known poem Penyair Apakah Kita Ini, also published in Indonesia.

Malaysia / 2d ago

Malaysian writer Mohamed Nasser Mohamed shortlisted for Commonwealth short story prize

For illustration purposes only. According to statistics from the Royal Malaysia Police, there were 7,116 domestic violence cases reported in 2024, which saw a 30 per cent rise from the year before. — Pexels.com pic

Malaysia / 2d ago

Not covered: Domestic Violence Act loophole leaves unmarried couples vulnerable

Malaysia-based economist Dr Geoffrey William said WFH could offer cost savings for both consumers and the government, especially in reducing fuel consumption and subsidy spending. — AFP file pic

Malaysia / 2d ago

WFH trims travel expenses yet raises home power bills, says expert

Moderate steps, including reducing daily travel, planning purchases carefully and curbing waste, can have a direct impact on national fuel consumption. — Picture by Raymond Manuel

Malaysia / 2d ago

As fuel costs rise, Malaysians urged to rethink spending, travel and daily habits

The 27-year-old from Subang Jaya, Selangor, said youth today are no longer passive actors but are shaping conversations with innovative ideas and fresh perspectives that reflect their generation’s needs. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 13 Apr 2026

Asean should empower youth as decision-makers, not participants, says Kavita Sanglish

Police will be temporarily deployed at 151 high-risk petrol stations along Malaysia’s border areas as part of a fuel smuggling crackdown, said Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof. — Picture from Facebook/Fadillah Yusof

Malaysia / 13 Apr 2026

Police to be deployed at Malaysia’s 151 border petrol stations in fuel smuggling crackdown, says DPM Fadillah

File picture of the Kuala Lumpur City Hall building, August 23, 2023. The Ministry of Housing and Local Government (KPKT), through the Department of Local Government (JKT), has urged all local authorities (PBTs) nationwide to strengthen the implementation of energy planning and conservation measures at the local level with immediate effect, said its minister Nga Kor Ming. — Photo by Hari Anggara

Malaysia / 13 Apr 2026

Local authorities told to roll out energy-saving measures immediately

PKR president, Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, said the selection criteria would also depend on the level of programme activity carried out at the division level. — Picture by Yusof Isa

Malaysia / 13 Apr 2026

PKR to pick GE16 candidates from strong, active divisions, says Anwar

Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail places a hat as a symbolic gesture of trust and responsibility for the Malaysia Border Guard on behalf of retired Staff Sergeant Taufik Maulop (right) during the launch of the Malaysia Border Guard (Armed Forces Veterans) Initiative 2026 under the Malaysian Border Control and Protection Agency (AKPS) at the Malaysia Prison Academy in Kajang, April 13, 2026. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 13 Apr 2026

Home minister: 48 ex-armed forces personnel picked as first batch of Malaysia Border Guard

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim speaks to Terengganu Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Ahmad Samsuri Mokhtar during the Madani gathering with Terengganu tahfiz students at Sekolah Menengah Imtiyaz Yayasan Terengganu in Kuala Terengganu, April 13, 2026. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 13 Apr 2026

Anwar urges swift, effective rollout of 13MP projects in Terengganu

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said a meeting involving the National Security Council (MKN), focusing on security implications, and the National Economic Action Council (MTEN), addressing economic concerns, will be held tomorrow. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 13 Apr 2026

Malaysian govt to keep reviewing prices, fuel measures, says Anwar

Selangor police chief Datuk Shazeli Kahar said the raids led to the arrest of 38 individuals, including three locals aged between 19 and 50. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 13 Apr 2026

Selangor police bust six fraud syndicates, arrest 38 in crackdown

Former colleagues of Adibah Amin at the New Straits Times (from left) Fatimah Abu Bakar, Helen Todd, Datin Paduka Marina Mahathir, Datin Rose Ismail and Zainah Anwar read selected excerpts from her works at the launch of the veteran journalist’s book As I Was Passing (Legacy Edition) last night. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 13 Apr 2026

Adibah Amin honoured at Kuala Lumpur tribute as legacy book launched, RM100,000 raised for care

Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil said MCMC has taken various measures to curb the spread of fake news on social media, including ordering the removal of content and identifying account owners in collaboration with the police for statements to be recorded. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 13 Apr 2026

Fahmi: 45 fake news cases under probe by MCMC

According to a source, the two male suspects, in their 30s, were arrested at about 11pm last night and 5am today around Kuala Lumpur, as well as at the MACC Kuala Lumpur office.

Malaysia / 13 Apr 2026

Two police personnel remanded over alleged RM10,000 bribe to release massage workers

Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof, who is also the minister of energy transition and water transformation officiates the handover ceremony of the completed Sungai Lumut Booster Pump Station (BPS) project during the Petra Squad Sarawak Zone programme in Kuching, April 13, 2026. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 13 Apr 2026

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Underrated: Peng Yuan Hokkien Mee in PJ Section 14 deserves its moment in the spotlight

Too hot in here: Universiti Malaya apologises, disqualifies theatre performance over steamy bed scene

Cheap but out of reach: Why Malaysians can’t quit their cars despite affordable public transport

Red bays are public after 6.30pm — MPAJ warns businesses against ‘chop’ culture following Ampang Point ops

Move it or lose it: DBKL goes on a 4,500-vehicle towing spree

‘Better than doing nothing’: Hannah Yeoh defends Bangun KL, says it uses no public funds

How illegal ‘kereta sapu’ are hurting licensed Malaysian tour van, bus operators

How much was your raise? Malaysia’s 50 richest see wealth rocket up 30pc to US$116b

Armed robbers hit Brickfields gold shop, flee with RM9.7m jewellery

DBKL announces 13-day, 24-hour closure of Lorong Jalan TAR for sewerage repairs

Rattled by Trump, US allies eye Japan’s biggest arms‑export shift since WW2

Penang CM: Physical works for next phases of Juru-Sungai Dua decongestion project to kick off in Q3

‘I don’t remember’ — Inspector who ran over traffic cops claims bewitched by ‘black magic’

Anwar: Malaysia to prioritise domestic fuel, supply surplus to Australia

Tired of reckless drivers? Study shows 71pc of Malaysians support tougher traffic penalties

Malaysian writer Mohamed Nasser Mohamed shortlisted for Commonwealth short story prize

Not covered: Domestic Violence Act loophole leaves unmarried couples vulnerable

WFH trims travel expenses yet raises home power bills, says expert

As fuel costs rise, Malaysians urged to rethink spending, travel and daily habits

Asean should empower youth as decision-makers, not participants, says Kavita Sanglish

Police to be deployed at Malaysia’s 151 border petrol stations in fuel smuggling crackdown, says DPM Fadillah

Local authorities told to roll out energy-saving measures immediately

PKR to pick GE16 candidates from strong, active divisions, says Anwar

Home minister: 48 ex-armed forces personnel picked as first batch of Malaysia Border Guard

Anwar urges swift, effective rollout of 13MP projects in Terengganu

Malaysian govt to keep reviewing prices, fuel measures, says Anwar

Selangor police bust six fraud syndicates, arrest 38 in crackdown

Adibah Amin honoured at Kuala Lumpur tribute as legacy book launched, RM100,000 raised for care

Fahmi: 45 fake news cases under probe by MCMC

Two police personnel remanded over alleged RM10,000 bribe to release massage workers

DPM Fadillah: RM2.6b flood mitigation plan for Kuching awaits Cabinet approval