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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  / 4 h ago

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

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  / 15 h ago

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

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  / 19 h ago

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

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  / 16 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  / 17 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  / 19 h ago

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

Flash floods hit the Wisma Persekutuan car park area in Johor Bahru. Sept 30, 2026. — Picture via Facebook
Malaysia  / 15 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  / 16 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  / 18 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

A 55-year-old tourist died during an introductory scuba diving activity in waters off Kampung Salang, Pulau Tioman. — Pixabay pic
Malaysia  / 2 h ago

Tourist dies after losing consciousness during Tioman scuba dive

Visitors gather in quiet reflection at Tun Dr Siti Hasmah Mohamad Ali’s grave in Putrajaya September 30, 2026, as tributes continue following her death on September 28. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 2 h ago

At Dr Hasmah’s grave, Malaysians reflect on a life that touched generations

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  / 18 h ago

Sarawak hydrogen market viability still unproven, says analyst

MCMC has received 92 complaints involving WhatsApp accounts that were hacked, suspended or rendered inaccessible. — AFP pic
Malaysia  / 3 h ago

Meta given until Oct 2 to respond over WhatsApp account issues, says MCMC

The Selangor government has expanded the eligibility threshold for the Kita Selangor Voucher (BKS) to include households with a monthly income of RM8,000 or below. — Picture via baucarkitaselangor.com
Malaysia / 21 Sep 2026

Selangor expands Kita Selangor Voucher eligibility, households earning RM8,000 or below now qualify

People are seen at a Road Transport Department (JPJ) branch in this undated file image. — Picture by Miera Zulyana
Malaysia / 21 Sep 2026

JPJ nets RM91.2m from ‘H’ series plates, confirms RM10.7m winning bid for ‘H 1’

Malaysia strongly condemns the repeated incursions by the Zionist regime into the Al-Aqsa Mosque compound as an extreme provocation that violates the sanctity of al-Haram al-Sharif. — AFP pic
Malaysia / 21 Sep 2026

Putrajaya condemns Al-Aqsa storming, warns provocations risk sparking wider global conflict

A man walks past a 1 Malaysia Development Berhad (1MDB) billboard in Kuala Lumpur on March 30, 2015. — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa
Malaysia / 21 Sep 2026

1MDB seeks Federal Court ruling, says Malaysia should hear fraud claims against UK law firm

Umno President Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi and DAP Secretary-General Anthony Loke attend the DAP National Congress at the Marriott Hotel in Putrajaya on September 10, 2023. — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa
Malaysia / 21 Sep 2026

‘Possibly the most effective transport minister’: Lim Guan Eng praises Loke’s RM21b infrastructure legacy in Penang

A general view shows hazy conditions in Putrajaya on September 18, 2026. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 21 Sep 2026

Malaysia’s air quality improves slightly, but Kapit and Serian remain shrouded in haze

Former deputy rural development minister Datuk Yahya Lampong, who also served as the Kota Belud MP, died at the age of 86 at KPJ Ampang Puteri Specialist Hospital, Kuala Lumpur today. — Picture via Facebook
Malaysia / 21 Sep 2026

Former deputy minister Datuk Yahya Lampong dies at 86

A shopper looks at colourful hanging decorations at the Deepavali Bazaar in Brickfields, Kuala Lumpur October 17, 2024. — Picture by Raymond Manuel
Malaysia / 21 Sep 2026

Deepavali Bazaar fees slashed 85pc, Hannah Yeoh sets RM400 cap in Brickfields

Former prime minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak arrives at the Kuala Lumpur High Court Complex on December 22, 2025. — Picture by Yusof Isa
Malaysia / 21 Sep 2026

AG: Najib’s family hasn’t paid RM50m fine, house arrest still on hold

Sabah’s electricity generation reserve margin has risen from a low of eight per cent in 2024 to 19 per cent as of August this year and is expected to reach 26 per cent by year-end, Chief Minister Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor said. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 21 Sep 2026

Sabah electricity reserve margin rises to 19pc, expected 26pc by year‑end, says Hajiji

The Malaysian Prisons Department has denied claims by singer-composer Yasin Sulaiman that life in prison depends on money and influence. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 21 Sep 2026

‘Not true’, says Prisons Department as singer Yasin alleges ‘taiko’ bosses rule jail life

A former Area Farmers Organisation (PPK) marketing manager today claimed trial in the Sessions Court here to 27 charges of using forged documents involving oil palm purchases worth more than RM500,000. — Unsplash pic
Malaysia / 21 Sep 2026

Ex‑farmers’ group manager faces 27 forged document charges in RM540,000 oil palm deals

Asean’s next stage of economic integration could draw on the principles underpinned by Malaysia’s New Industrial Master Plan 2030, said Malaysian Investment Development Authority chairman Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz. — Picture by Firdaus Latif
Malaysia / 21 Sep 2026

Tengku Zafrul: Asean’s next integration stage could draw on Malaysia’s NIMP 2030 principles

Road Transport Department director-general Datuk Aedy Fadly Ramli has yet to confirm the winning bid for the ‘H1’ vehicle plate, which has Malaysians in a tizzy after social media users shared snapshots of the bids purportedly topping RM10 million on the online auction platform. — Bernama file pic
Malaysia / 21 Sep 2026

Did someone just win a ‘H1’ plate with a RM10.7m bid? RTD keeps everyone guessing

Families of two Ipoh convoy crash victims eligible for Socso Lindung 24 Jam benefits. — Picture by Raymond Manuel
Malaysia / 21 Sep 2026

Socso confirms Ipoh crash victims’ families entitled to pensions and funeral aid exceeding RM275,000

Melaka Chief Minister Datuk Seri Ab Rauf Yusoh visits an exhibition booth during the national-level National Environment Day 2026 celebration opening ceremony in Melaka on September 21, 2026. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 21 Sep 2026

Rauf: BN open to alliances for Melaka polls, but don’t negotiate on social media