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The two-day meeting, which began yesterday, was chaired by the Sultan of Perak, Sultan Nazrin Shah. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 19 h ago

Conference of Rulers deliberates PM term limits, AG‑PP separation and Child Act amendments

How much will you be able to save in taxes in Malaysia, based on the proposed new income tax rates and individual tax relief in Budget 2027? — Picture by Miera Zulyana
Malaysia  / 8 h ago

Budget 2027: How much tax could Malaysians save under the proposed new rates? We did the maths for you

The Ministry of Education (MOE) has reverted to the National Haze Action Plan (PTJK) guidelines, which mandate the immediate closure of schools when the Air Pollutant Index (API) reaches 200. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 18 h ago

MOE reverts to haze plan: Schools shut at API 200, outdoor classes at 100, parents may keep kids home

Grilled Pork Chop is pounded into a thinner piece, allowing it to retain its juices after grilling. — Picture by Lee Khang Yi
Eat-drink  / 6 h ago

Come to Nancy Don Theseira Kitchen in Taman Mayang Jaya for Western food and home-cooked Melaka Portuguese curries

Chinese actor Wang Yibo (centre) enjoys a claypot bak kut teh meal with members of his racing team in Pudu, Kuala Lumpur, ahead of the China GT Championship season finale at Sepang International Circuit next month. — Picture via social media
Showbiz  / 5 h ago

From bak kut teh in Pudu to durian at Jalan Alor: Chinese heartthrob Wang Yibo eats his way around KL ahead of Sepang race

A female officer from the Royal Malaysian Customs Department (JKDM) was found dead — believed to have been murdered by her husband — at the Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) quarters here in Nilai. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 6 h ago

Customs Dept officer murdered at KLIA quarters as husband surrenders, police launch full investigation

City police chief Datuk Fadil Marsus said the alleged offences took place at the suspect’s home, which was also used as a tuition centre. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 5 h ago

Tuition teacher held over alleged sexual offences involving five male students in Bukit Jalil

Jais director Datuk Mohd Shahzihan Ahmad said the arrests were made at about 6pm over suspected offences under Section 29 of the Syariah Criminal Offences (Selangor) Enactment 1995. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 3 h ago

Jais confirms two arrests in alleged khalwat case involving public figure

Schools under the Klang, Kuala Selangor, Kuala Langat, Hulu Langat, Gombak, Sepang, Petaling Perdana and Petaling Utama district education offices will be closed tomorrow due to the haze. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 19 h ago

Selangor schools in Klang, Petaling, Gombak and more closed tomorrow as haze worsens

Rapid KL added that it will continue to work with the Royal Malaysia Police to assist in the investigation and prevent similar incidents from recurring. — Bernama file pic
Malaysia  / 5 h ago

Rapid KL: Cable theft attempt halts power on Kajang Line for an hour, police report lodged

The accident occurred at about 10.50pm when the officers were believed to be inspecting a lorry on the emergency lane. — Picture via Facebook
Malaysia  / 6 h ago

JPJ officer dies after lorry crashes into department vehicle during inspection

Norhazwani Ibrahim the youngest of nine siblings was described as a cheerful person who rarely shared her problems with the family. — Picture via Facebook
Malaysia  / 5 h ago

AKPS officer allegedly killed by husband was in divorce proceedings, says brother

The Malaysian government is proposing legal amendments that would raise the minimum fine for driving without a licence and speeding from RM300 to RM500, while also introducing a specific offence for street racing. — Picture by Raymond Manuel
Malaysia  / 1 h ago

New road transport law takes effect, illegal street racing now a specific offence

DAP Padungan assemblyman Chong Chieng Jen suspended for remainder of Sarawak State Legislative Assembly sitting. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 4 h ago

Sarawak state assembly suspends DAP’s Chong Chieng Jen over offensive language, unverified claims in Budget debate

File picture of school students wearing face masks amid haze conditions in Kuala Lumpur. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 5 h ago

MOH says mask up, avoid outdoor activity as haze blankets Malaysia with unhealthy air

Dataran Putrajaya came alive this morning as tens of thousands of visitors gathered for the 2026 National Day celebrations. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 31 Aug 2026

Tens of thousands gather before sunrise as favourable weather lifts National Day spirit

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim and members of the Cabinet today joined thousands of Malaysians in celebrating the 69th National Day at Dataran Putrajaya, here. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 31 Aug 2026

PM Anwar joins Cabinet and thousands at Dataran Putrajaya for Malaysia’s 69th National Day parade

After Merdeka, our fledgling country needed institutions to govern itself, infrastructure to support its growing population and economy, and national symbols through which its people could begin to see themselves as part of something larger than the territories and communities they had inherited. —Picture by Yusof Mat Isa
Malaysia / 31 Aug 2026

Building Merdeka: How the nation‑building projects of 1957-65 shaped the early years of independence

The aerial asset display segment draws public attention during the full rehearsal for the 2026 National Day parade themed ‘Malaysia Madani: Kesejahteraan Dinikmati’ at Dataran Putrajaya August 29, 2026. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 30 Aug 2026

Patriotism, national assets and vibrant performances to take centre stage at Dataran Putrajaya tomorrow

Fashion designer Datuk Rizalman Ibrahim says his adopted son, Umar Nail, is in stable condition but remains under close medical observation following internal injuries sustained in a road accident. — Picture via social media
Malaysia / 30 Aug 2026

Fashion designer Rizalman says adopted son stable, treated for liver injury after being dragged by lorry

Prime Minister, Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim (centre) and ministers attend the 2026 National Day address at the Putrajaya International Convention Centre August 30, 2026. — Picture by Yusof Isa
Malaysia / 30 Aug 2026

‘We have one homeland, Malaysia’: Anwar urges Malaysians to keep the spirit of independence alive

Participants in the AI for the People (AI Untuk Rakyat) programme must complete and pass six designated modules to qualify for a free three-month subscription to selected artificial intelligence applications and software. — AFP pic
Malaysia / 30 Aug 2026

AI for the People participants must complete six modules to receive free AI tools

Family members of Malaysians still missing after the Nepal border flood are seen attending a briefing at Wisma Putra in Putrajaya August 30, 2026. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 30 Aug 2026

Families of three missing Malaysians in Nepal hope for good news on their safety

A total of 15 government hospitals are among the initial group that will benefit from an allocation of RM1 billion to strengthen the digital efficiency of the public health sector, said Communications Minister Datuk Seri Fahmi Fadzil. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 30 Aug 2026

Fahmi: 15 govt hospitals among early recipients of RM1b allocation to boost digital access and electronic medical record rollout

An aerial view shows a torrent of muddy water surging past houses and through the Trishuli river in the aftermath of flash floods, at Betrawati in Nepal’s Nuwakot district August 29, 2026. After nearly five days of anxious waiting, the family of N. Kalaiselvi, who remains uncontactable in Nepal, is urging the government to bring the missing Malaysians home, regardless of their condition. — AFP pic
Malaysia / 30 Aug 2026

Family of missing Malaysian in Nepal urges govt to bring all victims home

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim today announced six immediate measures for the people covering fuel subsidies, school maintenance, artificial intelligence, healthcare digitalisation, e-Invoicing and microfinancing, which will take effect on September 1. — Picture by Yusof Isa
Malaysia / 30 Aug 2026

Anwar announces six immediate measures to ease cost‑of‑living pressures

Members of the public planning to attend the 2026 National Day celebration at Dataran Putrajaya tomorrow, are advised to plan their journey and arrive early, following the closure of several major roads around the government administrative centre. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 30 Aug 2026

Public urged to plan journey, arrive early amid National Day road closures in Putrajaya

Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Wan Rosdy Wan Ismail said the Pahang government will step up enforcement against activities involving mineral resources to ensure that all such operations comply with the law. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 30 Aug 2026

MB: Pahang strengthens mineral‑sector enforcement, orders probe after trailers suspected of moving minerals out of Raub site

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has urged the people to safeguard the country to the best of their ability and uphold unity as the pillar of Malaysia’s strength. — Picture by Yusof Isa
Malaysia / 30 Aug 2026

Ahead of National Day, Anwar urges Malaysians to protect the nation and stay united

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim delivers his speech during the 2026 National Day address at the Putrajaya International Convention Centre August 30, 2026. — Picture by Yusof Isa
Malaysia / 30 Aug 2026

Anwar: School maintenance allocation to rise from RM1b to RM1.5b in 2027

File photo of a ferry with 547 people being stranded at 1.2 nautical miles off the Kuala Kedah estuary at 4.15pm. Langkawi ferry operators are appealing to the federal government to expedite dredging works in the shipping lanes in Kuala Kedah and Kuala Perlis which are now experiencing silt deposits that affect shipping safety. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 30 Aug 2026

Ferry operators urge urgent dredging of Kuala Kedah, Kuala Perlis lanes, warn silted routes could disrupt Langkawi schedules during peak season