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Datuk Seri Shamsul Iskandar Mohd Akin speaks during a press conference at the Kuala Lumpur Court Complex, in Kuala Lumpur December 4, 2025. — Picture by Firdaus Latif

Malaysia / 09 Apr 2026

High Court to decide on Shamsul Iskandar’s bid to transfer graft case on April 28

Choosing to reduce eating out first seems to be the easier or more obvious choice for Malaysians when living costs rise. — Picture by Choo Choy May

Malaysia / 09 Apr 2026

Here’s why Malaysians will cut out cafes, eating out first, but not food deliveries in economic pinch

Thean Hock Keong temple in Butterworth, Penang, which said its planned Aidilfitri open house on April 11 has been fully cancelled following objections from state religious authorities. — Picture via Facebook

Malaysia / 09 Apr 2026

Temple says Aidilfitri open house is off, disputes Penang DCM’s replacement claim

The Human Resources Ministry said the private sector must implement flexible working arrangements in phases with clear guidelines. — Picture by Firdaus Latif

Malaysia / 09 Apr 2026

HR Ministry: Private sector FWA must be implemented in accordance with Employment Act 1955

The Alor Gajah Magistrates’ Court imposed a RM1,700 fine on a soldier who admitted to assaulting a colleague at a car park in Masjid Tanah. — Daily Express pic

Malaysia / 09 Apr 2026

Army officer fined RM1,700 over car park assault on female colleague in Melaka

Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said Malaysia is strengthening disaster management with a new council aimed at improving coordination and response. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 09 Apr 2026

DPM Zahid: New national disaster council marks shift from response to preparedness

MACC officers escort two suspects at the Putrajaya Magistrates’ Court April 9, 2026, where they were remanded over an alleged RM300 million share transaction scandal. — Picture courtesy of MACC

Malaysia / 09 Apr 2026

MACC remands former CEO, chairman over RM300m share deal scandal

World Bank economist Apurva Sanghi said Malaysia’s targeted fuel subsidy reform under BUDI95 is a step in the right direction. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 09 Apr 2026

World Bank: Malaysia’s BUDI95 fuel reform ‘step in the right direction’

Melaka exco Datuk Rahmad Mariman said a shrine in Serkam will be demolished by its owner today after authorities were alerted to the presence of controversial wording at the site. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 09 Apr 2026

Serkam ‘shrine’ with ‘Allah’ wording to be demolished today, says Melaka exco

World Bank economist Apurva Sanghi said Malaysia does not need stimulus as inflation remains stable despite global uncertainties. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 09 Apr 2026

World Bank: Malaysia doesn’t need stimulus despite Middle East crisis

Authorities seized 800 litres of suspected misappropriated diesel in Pulau Banggi during an Ops Tiris 4.0 operation. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin

Malaysia / 09 Apr 2026

Domestic Trade Ministry seizes 800 litres of suspected misappropriated diesel in Pulau Banggi raid

State Assembly Speaker Datuk Mohammad Zahir Abdul Khalid said the Sultan of Perak, Sultan Nazrin Shah, and the Raja Permaisuri Tuanku Zara Salim will attend the Official Opening Ceremony on April 14. ― Bernama file pic

Malaysia / 09 Apr 2026

First Meeting of Fourth Year of 15th Perak Legislative Assembly from April 14 to 21, says state Speaker

File photo of electronic waste, as the Central Brigade General Operations Force announced it had dismantled illegal processing operations under a multi-agency effort. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 09 Apr 2026

Ops Hazard 3.0: GOF busts 14 illegal e-waste sites across Selangor, Negeri Sembilan and Johor, RM187m seized

Police cordon off the entrance to UiTM Machang after officers shot a machete-wielding suspect who allegedly attempted to attack them during a late-night encounter. — Picture via Facebook

Malaysia / 09 Apr 2026

Repeat offender shot after lunging at police with machete at UiTM Machang

File picture of a cloud seeding operation, as Perak records increased rainfall following the mission. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 09 Apr 2026

Minister: Cloud seeding in Perak successful, delivers rain boost to key dams

Perak police chief Datuk Noor Hisam Nordin said the Buntong machete attack should not be compared to Klang, stressing the incident was isolated and security remains under control.

Malaysia / 09 Apr 2026

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Malaysia suffer blow as Pearly Tan withdraws from Uber Cup Finals with back injury

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

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

‘No serious injuries, only a swollen foot’: Siti Nurhaliza reassures fans after four‑car crash on MEX Highway (VIDEO)

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

Police officer among six charged over RM4.4m gang robberies in Kepong homes, pleads not guilty

High Court to decide on Shamsul Iskandar’s bid to transfer graft case on April 28

Here’s why Malaysians will cut out cafes, eating out first, but not food deliveries in economic pinch

Temple says Aidilfitri open house is off, disputes Penang DCM’s replacement claim

HR Ministry: Private sector FWA must be implemented in accordance with Employment Act 1955

Army officer fined RM1,700 over car park assault on female colleague in Melaka

DPM Zahid: New national disaster council marks shift from response to preparedness

MACC remands former CEO, chairman over RM300m share deal scandal

World Bank: Malaysia’s BUDI95 fuel reform ‘step in the right direction’

Serkam ‘shrine’ with ‘Allah’ wording to be demolished today, says Melaka exco

World Bank: Malaysia doesn’t need stimulus despite Middle East crisis

Domestic Trade Ministry seizes 800 litres of suspected misappropriated diesel in Pulau Banggi raid

First Meeting of Fourth Year of 15th Perak Legislative Assembly from April 14 to 21, says state Speaker

Ops Hazard 3.0: GOF busts 14 illegal e-waste sites across Selangor, Negeri Sembilan and Johor, RM187m seized

Repeat offender shot after lunging at police with machete at UiTM Machang

Minister: Cloud seeding in Perak successful, delivers rain boost to key dams

Seven suspects nabbed after fatal Buntong machete attack, Perak top cop dismisses Klang comparisons