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Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi speaks to the media during the Central Zone Polytechnic and Community College Convocation 2026 at the Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris hall in Tanjung Malim, Perak on September 24, 2026. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 19 h ago

Lim Guan Eng calls for MACC action on Zahid over RM2.1b ministry overspending, cites UiTM precedent

File picture of the ECRL logo and Electric Multiple Unit (EMU) train design at the Zenith Hotel in Putrajaya December 18, 2024. — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa
Malaysia  / 3 h ago

ECRL explained: How fast, how far and when will Malaysia’s new East Coast rail link open?

Communications Minister Datuk Seri Fahmi Fadzil said the government expects three major sporting events this weekend to proceed despite the haze affecting parts of Malaysia. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 18 h ago

Fahmi: Govt expects F1, KL Marathon and Le Tour de Langkawi to go ahead despite haze

To help lower-salary workers save up more money for their retirement through the Employees Provident Fund (EPF), their employers could help put in more money towards their EPF savings, former EPF CEO Tan Sri Shahril Ridza Ridzuan said today. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin
Malaysia  / 14 h ago

Ex-EPF CEO proposes employers pay higher EPF contributions for low-wage workers while reducing contributions for high-income staff

EPF CEO Ahmad Zulqarnain Onn noted that longevity is one of the biggest defining forces that will impact Malaysia, including its society and economy. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 15 h ago

EPF CEO outlines four priorities for Malaysia as Malaysians live longer, says all have role to play

FAM president Datuk Ab Ghani Hassan (second left) at a press conference after the sixth FAM executive committee meeting for the 2025‑2029 term at Wisma FAM, Petaling Jaya.— Bernama pic
Money  / 16 h ago

FAM president apologises to Malaysian fans, pledges reforms after heritage player scandal

Selangor Women’s Development and Community Welfare Committee chairman Anfaal Saari said that the temporary financial assistance is estimated to benefit up to 50 affected families while the law enforcement process is carried out. — Screengrab via Facebook video
Malaysia  / 16 h ago

Selangor allocates RM100,000 to help wives and children wronged in maintenance issues

Several Israeli media reported that a fight had broken out between the plane’s pilots, reportedly causing a distress signal to be activated. — Social media pic
World  / 18 h ago

Tel Aviv-bound Flydubai flight lands in Saudi Arabia after reported cockpit fight

Marked with a distinctive gold star on the RFID signage, the upgraded RFID lane works with all existing Touch ‘n Go RFID tags and forms part of the company’s roadmap towards Multi-Lane Fast Flow (MLFF) tolling. — SoyaCincau pic
Malaysia  / 19 h ago

Touch ‘n Go to add 10 Enhanced RFID lanes for Malaysia’s MLFF transition

Flash floods hit the Wisma Persekutuan car park area in Johor Bahru. Sept 30, 2026. — Picture via Facebook
Malaysia  / 14 h ago

Several areas in Johor Bahru hit by flash floods following heavy rain (VIDEO)

Retail prices of unsubsidised RON97 and RON95 petrol fall 5 sen per litre, while unsubsidised diesel drops 15 sen for Oct 1 to 7. — Picture by Yusof Isa
Money  / 15 h ago

MOF: RON97 fixed at RM5, unsubsidised RON95 at RM4.52, diesel at RM5.27

Malaysia’s Immigration Department said a Myanmar teenage girl named in a viral social-media claim remains in detention and was not among 1,476 Myanmar detainees repatriated yesterday. — Picture by Raymond Manuel
Malaysia  / 17 h ago

Immigration Dept denies social media claim that Myanmar teen was repatriated, says she remains in detention

Communications Minister Datuk Seri Fahmi Fadzil has asked the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) to issue a statement clarifying Meta’s response to issues involving hacked and deactivated WhatsApp accounts. — Picture by Raymond Manuel
Malaysia  / 16 h ago

Fahmi asks MCMC to clarify Meta’s response on WhatsApp issues

Sarawak is trying to boost domestic demand through publicly backed entities, specifically the Kuching Urban Transportation System. Pictured here is Sarawak’s hydrogen powered bus. — SoyaCincau pic
Malaysia  / 17 h ago

Sarawak hydrogen market viability still unproven, says analyst

The judge ordered the accused to serve the prison term from the date of his arrest on Sept 26, 2023. — Pixabay pic
Malaysia  / 18 h ago

Myanmar man gets 16 years’ prison for killing 80-year-old fruit seller in Taman OUG

Tan Sri Ayob Khan Mydin Pitchay is the new chairman on the board of Universiti Teknikal Malaysia Melaka as of September 16, succeeding Datuk Husaini Omar whose term has ended. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 22 Sep 2026

After retiring as police No 2, Ayob Khan takes on new role as UTeM board chairman

Rapid KL said the Platform Intrusion Emergency Stop (PIES) system was activated immediately, cutting power to the tracks as a safety precaution.— Bernama file pic
Malaysia / 22 Sep 2026

Passenger falls onto tracks at Wangsa Maju LRT station after reportedly fainting

Bukit Aman Criminal Investigation Department director Datuk M Kumar told a press conference here that the minors were being investigated for possessing and selling animated child pornography made using artificial intelligence (AI). — Picture by Firdaus Latif
Malaysia / 22 Sep 2026

Bukit Aman: Eight minors, two civil servants among 53 arrested over child sexual abuse materials

Miti has clarified that matters related to the Bumiputera equity ownership policy fall under the Ministry of Economy’s purview. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 22 Sep 2026

Miti says Bumiputera equity policy is not under its purview but Economy Ministry’s

A leatherback turtle lays 70 eggs at Kuala Abang Beach early this morning, marking the species’ third recorded landing in Terengganu in September 2026, with the eggs later moved to the Rantau Abang Turtle Conservation Centre for incubation. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 22 Sep 2026

Leatherback makes third Terengganu landing this month, lays 70 eggs

Kelantan police are investigating a scam in which syndicate members allegedly spoofed the headquarters’ telephone number to trick victims into believing they were receiving calls from the police. — Picture by Choo Choy May
Malaysia / 22 Sep 2026

Kelantan investment manager loses RM1.2m in savings and jewellery after scammers spoof police phone number

The suspect, who had been receiving treatment at Kota Tinggi Hospital, arrived at the court complex at 9am today, escorted by policemen. — Picture by Ben Tan
Malaysia / 22 Sep 2026

Uncle remanded seven days over death of five-year-old girl allegedly thrown into Johor river

Economy Minister Akmal Nasrullah Mohd Nasir said the wage difference between low- and semi-skilled workers had narrowed from RM550 in 2016 to RM396 in 2024. . — Picture by Yusof Isa
Malaysia / 22 Sep 2026

Beyond minimum wage, Malaysia needs clearer wage ladders tied to productivity, says Akmal Nasrullah

Penang is seeking federal support under Budget 2027 to strengthen air connectivity, attract more international events and preserve its Unesco-listed heritage. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin
Malaysia / 22 Sep 2026

Penang wants more than tourist numbers as it shifts to high-value tourism

Fire damaged a classroom at the Chung Ling High School in Ayer Itam, Penang on September 21, 2026 evening and was extinguished within an hour, with no casualties reported. — Composite image from the Penang Fire and Rescue Department via Bernama on X
Malaysia / 22 Sep 2026

Penang’s Chung Ling high school classroom catches fire, no casualties but 20pc damaged

Kelantan police chief Datuk Mohd Yusoff Mamat said one of the most significant increases was in e-commerce scams, which rose from 260 to 657 cases, while other cybercrimes also increased from 287 to 444 cases. — Picture by Firdaus Latif
Malaysia / 22 Sep 2026

Kelantan commercial crime losses hit RM33.5m in first eight months of 2026 as scam surge

Bukit Aman Criminal Investigation and Community Safety Department director Datuk Noor Hisam Nordin said police had arrested a cable theft suspect in connection with the incident. — Picture by Ahmad Zamzahuri
Malaysia / 22 Sep 2026

Bukit Aman denies police MPV escorted cable theft vehicle in Ampang

Zamberi Angah was believed to have entered the Korbu Forest Reserve with a friend to search for rotan. — Picture via Facebook
Malaysia / 22 Sep 2026

Orang Asli man killed in suspected tiger attack while searching for rotan in Sungai Siput

Maritime Network Sdn Bhd chief executive officer Datuk Seri R. Jeyenderan said the company was not asking JKDM to decide the matter in its favour, but to state the applicable law, procedure and documentary requirements in writing. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 22 Sep 2026

Maritime industry expert seeks Customs dept ruling on RM220m K8 cargoes, calls for industry-wide SOP on petroleum blending

The MOE says the removal of the 30 per cent Bumiputera equity is to meet the current needs of the education sector and ensure participation remains open to all parties wishing to contribute to the nation’s educational development. — Unsplash pic
Malaysia / 22 Sep 2026

Education Ministry opens private schools sector to all investors, no more 30pc Bumi rule

Malaysia sought cooperation with Middle Eastern airlines like Gulf Air to grow its tourist arrivals. — Unsplash pic
Malaysia / 22 Sep 2026

Malaysia taps Gulf air links to grow Middle East tourism