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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  / 12 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  / 13 h ago

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

An Ampang Jaya Municipal Council (MPAJ) enforcer removes signs used to illegally block reserved spots beyond permitted hours. — MPAJ pic
Malaysia  / 14 h ago

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

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  / 8 h ago

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

A still shows two performers in the controversial scene from the Universiti Malaya Theatre Carnival (KARVITER).
Malaysia  / 14 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  / 10 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  / 7 h ago

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

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  / 17 h ago

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

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  / 15 h ago

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

The Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) logo is seen at the headquarters in Kuala Lumpur on August 28, 2023. — Photo by Hari Anggara
Malaysia  / 15 h ago

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

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  / 10 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  / 17 h ago

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

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  / 8 h ago

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

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  / 15 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  / 11 h ago

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

Hilir Perak police chief ACP Chua Kok Lian said a report was received at 9.35 pm about a naked man acting indecently and obstructing traffic along Jalan Langkap–Chui Chak. — Picture by Ahmad Zamzahuri
Malaysia / 04 Apr 2026

Naked man disrupting traffic in Langkap detained for psychiatric evaluation

Menteri Besar Datuk Seri  Ahmad Samsuri Mokhtar said the proposal is still under evaluation, and no decision has been finalised. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin
Malaysia / 04 Apr 2026

Terengganu work-from-home plan still under evaluation, no decision yet

The resident suspects a black panther was responsible for the attack. — File pic
Malaysia / 04 Apr 2026

Residents fear black panther after sheep carcass found near Gua Musang Hospital quarters

Acknowledging that prices of goods may rise, Prime Miniser Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said the government is assisting farmers and fishermen with fuel subsidies and working on measures to gradually address diesel price increases. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 04 Apr 2026

Anwar says large projects on hold amid rising costs, but rakyat-focused initiatives will continue

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim warned that external pressures, particularly the war in the Gulf region, have increased government spending by about RM6 billion per month. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 04 Apr 2026

Anwar urges Malaysians to stay grateful, united amid economic growth and global pressures

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said the government’s focus is not on denying legitimate salaries but on controlling excessive spending, especially amid current economic challenges. — Picture by John Bunyan
Malaysia / 04 Apr 2026

Anwar: State leaders entitled to salaries, my decision not to take pay is personal choice

Dr Ling served as the Member of Parliament for Mata Kuching from 1974 to 1986 before representing Labis for four terms from 1986 to 2004, while also holding key positions including deputy information minister, deputy finance minister and deputy education minister before being appointed transport minister in 1986. — Bernama
Malaysia / 04 Apr 2026

Wee Ka Siong pays tribute to Ling Liong Sik, calls him towering statesman and nation builder

The Mutiara LRT Line construction project at the Bandar Sri Pinang project site in George Town, Penang, January 10, 2025. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 04 Apr 2026

Penang LRT hits milestone with first concrete segment cast in Kulim

Former Transport Minister and MCA Honorary Life President Tun Dr Ling Liong Sik died at the age of 83 on April 4, 2026. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 04 Apr 2026

King and Queen express condolences on passing of Ling Liong Sik

Former Transport Minister and MCA Honorary Life President Tun Dr Ling Liong Sik died at the age of 83 on April 4, 2026. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 04 Apr 2026

Fahmi Fadzil leads tributes as ex-MCA president Ling Liong Sik dies

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim attends a meet-and-greet session with the community and former students of Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan Clifford in Kuala Kangsar on April 4, 2026. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 04 Apr 2026

Anwar calls for unity over political point-scoring as global energy crunch bites

Higher Education Minister Datuk Seri Dr Zambry Abdul Kadir speaks during a press conference after a casual dialogue session with students at Universiti Sultan Zainal Abidin in Kuala Nerus on March 30, 2026. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 04 Apr 2026

MOHE to announce cost-of-living aid for university students

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim interacts with students during the Meet Anwar with MCKK Community programme at Kolej Melayu Kuala Kangsar on April 4, 2026. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 04 Apr 2026

Anwar vows to prioritise Malaysia’s schools and healthcare amid energy crisis pressures

Born in Kuala Kangsar, Perak, Tun Dr Ling served as Malaysia’s Transport Minister from 1986 to 2003. — Bernama file pic
Malaysia / 04 Apr 2026

Former MCA president Tun Dr Ling Liong Sik dies aged 82

People stand outside a burning home in Taman Mantin Baharu on April 3, 2026. — Facebook pic
Malaysia / 04 Apr 2026

Neighbours could hear her scream but couldn’t help: Paralysed woman dies trapped in Nilai house

Putrajaya district police chief ACP Aidi Sham Mohamed said the district police control centre received reports of the incident at about 11.50pm. — Picture by Raymond Manuel
Malaysia / 04 Apr 2026

Police hunt driver involved in hit-and-run that killed Putrajaya motorcyclist