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It may be just down the road from a much more famous place, but don’t miss out on the excellent Hokkien mee at Peng Yuan. — Picture by Ethan Lau
Eat-drink  / 14 h ago

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

A passenger disembarks from a Rapid KL bus in Kuala Lumpur in this undated photograph. — Picture by Hari Anggara
Malaysia  / 14 h ago

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

Ministers Hannah Yeoh, Datuk Fahmi Fadzil and other officials stand beside an abandoned car being collected for disposal at PPR Pantai Ria in Kuala Lumpur on April 16, 2026. — Photo by Firdaus Latif
Malaysia  / 9 h ago

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

An Ampang Jaya Municipal Council (MPAJ) enforcer removes signs used to illegally block reserved spots beyond permitted hours. — MPAJ pic
Malaysia  / 16 h ago

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

A still shows two performers in the controversial scene from the Universiti Malaya Theatre Carnival (KARVITER).
Malaysia  / 15 h ago

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

Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Federal Territories) Hannah Yeoh reportedly defended the 'Bangun KL' campaign, saying it is a private sector initiative by Zus Coffee Group that does not use public funds. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 11 h ago

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

Datuk Fadil Marsus reportedly said four armed men robbed a gold shop on Jalan Tun Sambanthan this morning, fleeing with 21 trays of jewellery weighing about 15kg. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 8 h ago

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

Billionaire Robert Kuok leaves Ilham Tower after attending his first meeting with the Council of Elders in Kuala Lumpur on May 22, 2018. — Picture by Mukhriz Hazim
Malaysia  / 16 h ago

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

How do you know if you are hopping on to a licensed tour van or tour bus? It will have the government-required words “BAS PERSIARAN” and the colour coniferous green on one-third of the vehicle’s body.— Picture by Choo Choy May
Malaysia  / 19 h ago

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

The Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) logo is seen at the headquarters in Kuala Lumpur on August 28, 2023. — Photo by Hari Anggara
Malaysia  / 17 h ago

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

Pearly Tan expressed deep regret over her withdrawal, apologising to teammates, stakeholders and fans for being unable to represent the country in the prestigious team event. — AFP pic
Sports  / 10 h ago

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

A Toyota Vios is seen after it reportedly lost control and crashed into a Toyota Hilux on Jalan Kuala Selangor-Teluk Intan heading towards Sekinchan on March 11, 2025. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 12 h ago

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

A concept model of the Global Combat Air Programme (GCAP)'s fighter jet is displayed during the Defence Security Equipment International (DSEI) Japan at Makuhari Messe in Chiba, east of Tokyo May 21, 2025. — Reuters pic
World  / 19 h ago

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

Penang Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow speaks at a press conference after officiating the State Disaster Control Centre at Komtar in George Town on October 14, 2025. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 16 h ago

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

Police inspector Kamal Raj Abdullah arrives at the Kuala Lumpur Court Complex on April 16, 2026. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin
Malaysia  / 12 h ago

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

The youngest child of Datuk Karam Singh Walia, Manpreeti Kaur, 36, (centre) is comforted by family members after her father, the former broadcast journalist, passed away at his residence in Taman Sri Andalas, Klang, April 6, 2026. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 06 Apr 2026

Veteran journalist Karam Singh Walia laid to rest at Simpang Lima crematorium

MetMalaysia will carry out tsunami siren tests in Penang tomorrow as part of preparedness efforts. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin
Malaysia / 06 Apr 2026

MetMalaysia to run tsunami siren tests in Penang tomorrow, public told to keep calm and carry on

The Mersing District Council, via its official Facebook page MY Mersing, stated that the district’s tourism sector is now fully operational and ready to receive visitors in conjunction with the 2026 Visit Johor Year. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 06 Apr 2026

Splash back into adventure: Mersing reopens island tours after monsoon break

Penang housing exco Datuk Seri S. Sundarajoo said about 30 per cent of occupants in PPR and RSKN units are no longer eligible, as the state begins issuing notices to vacate. — Picture by Opalyn Mok
Malaysia / 06 Apr 2026

Penang moves to evict ineligible PPR tenants as waiting list tops 1,000

The Attorney General’s Chambers said its appeal does not challenge Sabah’s 40 per cent entitlement after the Court of Appeal granted a stay on payouts and negotiations. — Picture by Raymond Manuel
Malaysia / 06 Apr 2026

AGC says Sabah 40pc formula untouched as court freezes payment timeline

Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil and Mohd Fauzan Madzlan at court, April 6, 2026. — Picture courtesy of the Minister’s Office
Malaysia / 06 Apr 2026

Man behind ‘N13 Kuang’ account admits false claim against Fahmi over mosque speech

Members of the Royal Malaysian Air Force (RMAF) are seen during a cloud seeding exercise in Subang June 12, 2023. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 06 Apr 2026

Minister: Four-day cloud seeding launched as heatwave grips Malaysia, temperatures hit 40°C

Datuk Karam Singh Walia is remembered by his family as a firm yet caring father. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 06 Apr 2026

‘Marks had to be 90pc and above’: Son recalls veteran journalist Karam Singh Walia’s firm but loving guidance

Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail said inter-agency coordination will be strengthened to safeguard national security. — Picture by Raymond Manuel
Malaysia / 06 Apr 2026

Saifuddin Nasution: Malaysia stepping up refugee management to safeguard security

Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor said Sabah will keep negotiating its 40 per cent revenue entitlement after the Court of Appeal paused the High Court’s timeline for payment. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 06 Apr 2026

Hajiji: Talks must continue ‘in good faith’ despite stay on Sabah’s 40pc share

Personnel from the Johor ceremonial unit raise the state flag during the ‘Istiadat Meletak Kerja’ at Istana Besar in Johor Bahru April 6, 2026. — Picture via Facebook/officialsultanibrahim
Malaysia / 06 Apr 2026

King’s birthday celebrations begin with initiation ceremony in Johor

Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said the government plans targeted interventions to support Bumiputera entrepreneurs facing rising costs. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 06 Apr 2026

Govt outlines three key measures to tackle rising costs, support Bumiputera companies, says DPM Zahid

A person holds an umbrella as it rains in Kuantan, Pahang, on March 4, 2023. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 06 Apr 2026

MetMalaysia issues nationwide thunderstorm warning; heavy rain and strong winds expected until evening

Minister Mustapha Sakmud says Sabah’s rice supply remains sufficient despite concerns. — Picture by Firdaus Latif
Malaysia / 06 Apr 2026

Sabah calms rice shortage fears, blames panic buying for gaps

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim described Datuk Karam Singh Walia as a respected figure in journalism. — Picture via Facebook/AnwarIbrahim
Malaysia / 06 Apr 2026

Anwar hails Karam Singh Walia’s contributions to journalism and environment after veteran journalist’s death

M. Indira Gandhi (2nd right) with her children Karan Dinish (2nd left) and Tevi Darsiny (far left), lawyer Rajesh Nagarajan (far right) and Indira Gandhi Action Team (Ingat) chief Arun Dorasamy (centre) at the High Court in Ipoh April 6, 2026. — Picture by John Bunyan
Malaysia / 06 Apr 2026

‘Make sure there is an answer’: Ipoh court gives police two more months to find Indira Gandhi’s ex-husband, daughter