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File picture of traffic on the Federal Highway, October 14, 2020. According to Miros, on a three-lane highway, motorists should generally keep left for normal travel, use the middle lane for moderate-speed travel or overtaking slower vehicles, and reserve the right-most lane primarily for overtaking. — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa
Malaysia  / 8 h ago

Not a ‘fast lane’: Miros tells Malaysian motorists to keep left, overtake right

Former prime minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad speaks during a press conference at the Perdana Leadership Foundation in Putrajaya on December 10, 2024. — Picture by Sayuti Zanudin
Malaysia  / 4 h ago

National Day secretariat: Automatic invitations for ex-PMs stopped since 2018

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim announced yesterday that the basic eligibility quota for RON95 petrol subsidies would be increased from 200 litres to 300 litres, while the Budi Diesel quota would be raised from 300 litres to 400 litres, effective today. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 19 h ago

Budi Madani: Restored RON95 quota, higher diesel allocation bring relief to motorists, traders

Damaged vehicles are seen at the site of a deadly pile-up at KM110 of the East Coast Expressway 1 (LPT1). — Social media pic
Malaysia  / 5 h ago

Fatal LPT1 accident: Four dead in 11-vehicle crash near Kuantan

This photo taken on July 26, 2026 shows people walking past a giant installation of guitars at the Guitar Cultural Plaza in Zheng’an, in south-western China’s Guizhou Province. The town of Zheng’an in the southwest province of Guizhou produces one in every seven of the instruments sold worldwide — but a decade ago, it had no guitar-making industry to speak of at all. — AFP pic
Life  / 8 h ago

China’s guitar capital Zheng’an builds a stairway to export heaven after decade‑long manufacturing boom

The AI Untuk Rakyat programme targets 100,000 Malaysians aged between 18 and 30, which is inline with Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim’s announcement yesterday. — SoyaCincau pic
Tech-gadgets  / 18 h ago

AI Untuk Rakyat: Malaysians aged 18-30 can redeem three months of ILMUchat Pro worth RM150 for free — here’s how

A boy required prolonged hospital treatment and further surgery, including full-thickness skin grafting, after a circumcision at a private clinic in 2023. — Pexels pic
Malaysia  / 3 h ago

Boy awarded RM359,123 after botched circumcision leaves permanent scarring

Apple CEO Tim Cook (right) and senior vice-president John Ternus attend the premiere of ‘Ted Lasso’ Season 4 in Los Angeles on July 27, 2026, ahead of Ternus taking over as chief executive. — AFP pic
Money  / 18 h ago

John Ternus succeeds Tim Cook at Apple as company enters AI era

Hazy conditions are seen at the Labuan Public Marina Jetty, on August 31, 2026. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 5 h ago

Sarawak haze crisis: Kuching API hits 407, six areas in hazardous zone

Youth and Sports Minister Mohammed Taufiq Johari said the ministry took responsibility for the matter and would ensure communication issues between the athlete, National Sports Council (MSN), national sports association and other parties would not recur. — Bernama pic
Sports  / 2 h ago

Youth and Sports Ministry takes responsibility for communication breakdown over Azizulhasni’s LA28 plans

A fire is seen in Persiaran Industri Bercham 10, Bercham. — JBPM pic
Malaysia  / 6 h ago

Bercham 10 fire: One hurt as major blaze damages nine factory lots in Ipoh

Duane Davis looks on during a break during closing arguments in his murder trial, related to the 1996 killing of rapper Tupac Shakur, in Las Vegas on August 31, 2026. — AFP pic
Showbiz  / 6 h ago

Former gang member Duane ‘Keffe D’ Davis found guilty of murdering Tupac Shakur 30 years after shooting

Two villagers walk to their farm through the haze in Kampung Tebakang, near Serian on August 30, 2026. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 5 h ago

Haze in Malaysia: Why burning leaves and rubbish in your compound is more dangerous than you think

Argentina’s forward #10 Lionel Messi cries during the trophy ceremony at the end of the 2026 World Cup football tournament final match between Spain and Argentina at the New York/New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford on July 19, 2026. Messi said on August 31, 2026, he is retiring from international football after leading Argentina to a second successive World Cup final. — AFP pic
Sports  / 6 h ago

It ‘hurts’: Messi retires from international football after Argentina’s World Cup final defeat

Malaysian tourists are expected to flock to destinations including Hat Yai, Phatthalung, Satun, Betong, Bangkok and Krabi during the holiday period. — Unsplash pic
Malaysia  / 2 h ago

Merdeka break expected to bring RM36m to southern Thailand from 60,000 Malaysian tourists

Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Federal Territories) Hannah Yeoh said the latest gazettement was carried out by the Federal Territories Department and the Federal Territories Director of Lands and Mines Office, covering a total area of 5.15 hectares or 51,502 square metres. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 05 Aug 2026

Hannah Yeoh announces nine more KL open spaces gazetted to protect green areas

The report said Sanusi had also issued an LOD to Salim Abd Rahman, while former Skudai assemblyman Marina Ibrahim was scheduled to receive hers. — File picture by Hari Anggara
Malaysia / 05 Aug 2026

Sanusi issues LODs to Nga Kor Ming, two others over alleged distortion of remarks

Negeri Sembilan Customs director Jamal Paiman said the seized items from both cases were valued at an estimated RM4.67 million, while the taxes involved amounted to RM7.60 million. — Picture via Facebook
Malaysia / 05 Aug 2026

Customs dept busts smuggling operations involving alcohol, assorted goods worth RM12.2m

MACC chief commissioner Datuk Seri Abd Halim Aman, when contacted, confirmed the arrests and said the case is being investigated under Section 23 of the MACC Act 2009. — Bernama file pic
Malaysia / 05 Aug 2026

MACC arrests former CEO, CFO over alleged abuse of power in RM370m plantation deal

Former senator Datuk Daljit Singh (pictured) was reportedly ordered to pay Tan Sri Mohamad Salim Fateh Din RM275,000 in two separate court cases. — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa
Malaysia / 05 Aug 2026

Court orders former senator to pay Salim Fateh Din RM275,000 over two disputes

Sabah Region 4 Marine Police Force commander ACP Ahmad Amri Abd Rahman said three individuals were arrested in the 4.30 pm raid along with the seizure of a boat, a three-tonne lorry, and various brands of subsidised cooking oil worth RM160,469. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin
Malaysia / 05 Aug 2026

Three arrested over alleged smuggling of subsidised cooking oil in Sabah

Queen Raja Zarith Sofiah shares handshakes and smiles with the crowd at the Johor palace Aidilfitri open house. — File picture via Facebook/Sultan Ibrahim Sultan Iskandar
Malaysia / 05 Aug 2026

Queen Raja Zarith Sofiah seeks to create family bonding opportunities for B40 community

Kubang Pasu police chief Supt Mohd Radzi Abdul Rahim said the report was lodged on Monday at the Bukit Kayu Hitam Police Station by the woman’s father, who was concerned about the family’s safety after they could not be contacted since July 20. — Picture by Ahmad Zamzahuri
Malaysia / 05 Aug 2026

Police confirm report on missing Kedah family of three after social media appeal

Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Law and Institutional Reform), Datuk Seri Azalina Othman Said said the committees would examine various aspects and the scope of the proposed legislation through a series of meetings beginning yesterday. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 05 Aug 2026

Azalina says FOI, Admiralty Bills review to involve wide range of stakeholders

Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan said while companies recognised for their achievements had demonstrated strong performance, the recognition should not mark the end of their ambitions. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 05 Aug 2026

Malaysia needs more firms to grow into national champions, regional leaders, says Amir Hamzah

District police chief ACP Yusharifuddin Mohd Yusop said police were working to establish the identity of the deceased while investigating whether foul play was involved. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 05 Aug 2026

Skeletal remains found in Perlis orchard confirmed to be human

A depositor waits at a counter inside Menara Tabung Haji on Jalan Tun Razak in Kuala Lumpur on April 28, 2023. — Malay Mail pic
Malaysia / 05 Aug 2026

Tabung Haji reaffirms depositors’ zakat payments valid, Shariah-compliant

MACC said the initiative is aimed at enhancing the expertise of its Technology Forensic Division (BFT) in detecting, analysing, and verifying the authenticity of digital evidence, including images, audio, and video recordings suspected of being altered, manipulated, or generated using artificial intelligence (AI) and deepfake technology. — Picture by Choo Choy May
Malaysia / 05 Aug 2026

MACC boosts digital forensics capability to detect AI deepfakes, manipulated evidence

Former prime minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak attends the 1Malaysia Development Berhad (1MDB) trial at the High Court in Kuala Lumpur on April 30, 2024. — Bernama file pic
Malaysia / 05 Aug 2026

1MDB investigator says he did not check if US$620m returned by Najib was rerouted

MediAsas aims to support middle-income individuals to secure affordable medical protection amid rising healthcare costs. — Picture by Choo Choy May
Malaysia / 05 Aug 2026

MediAsas explained: The RM65 health insurance lifeline coming to Malaysia in 2027

A view of the Sepang International Circuit in Sepang July 30, 2026. The convergence of several international sporting events in Malaysia this October, including the Formula 1 Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix fan activation at the Sepang International Circuit, could provide a major boost to the country’s sports tourism sector and generate wider economic benefits. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 05 Aug 2026

Industry players: Malaysia’s October ‘mega sports weekend’, led by F1, set to boost sports tourism and economic growth