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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  / 7 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  / 18 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  / 19 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
Sports  / 19 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  / 19 h ago

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

Former UiTM Holdings group chief executive officer Azlizan Fadzil has pleaded not guilty to a criminal breach of trust charge involving RM37.37 million earmarked for a solar power project in Gambang, Pahang. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 4 h ago

Ex-UiTM Holdings CEO charged with CBT over RM37.37m meant for Pahang solar project

Former prime minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad grieves at the grave of his wife, Tun Dr Siti Hasmah Mohamad Ali, at Pusara Negara in Putrajaya October 1, 2026. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 2 h ago

Dr Mahathir sheds tears during visit to Dr Hasmah’s grave three days after her death (VIDEO)

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  / 5 h ago

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

A 55-year-old tourist died during an introductory scuba diving activity in waters off Kampung Salang, Pulau Tioman. — Pixabay pic
Malaysia  / 5 h ago

Tourist dies after losing consciousness during Tioman scuba dive

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  / 18 h ago

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

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

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

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  / 19 h ago

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

A Scuderia Ferrari F1 car is seen at the Sepang International Circuit. — Bernama pic
Sports  / 4 h ago

Sepang sets record with nearly 100,000 tickets sold as Malaysia gears up for Bahrain Grand Prix

MCMC has received 92 complaints involving WhatsApp accounts that were hacked, suspended or rendered inaccessible. — AFP pic
Malaysia  / 6 h ago

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

Melaka Barisan Nasional chairman Datuk Seri Ab Rauf Yusoh said talks with potential political partners for the state election have been postponed to next week. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 4 h ago

Melaka polls: BN pushes alliance talks to next week, says no preferred partner yet

A woman wears a face mask as haze worsens in Shah Alam September 16, 2026. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin
Malaysia / 19 Sep 2026

Cloud seeding operation begins in Klang Valley after API readings exceed 150 for 24 hours

Pakatan Harapan (PH) Melaka is finalising negotiations with parties that have similar aspirations, including Parti Pribumi Bersatu Malaysia (Bersatu), to form a PH Plus collaboration to contest the Melaka State Election. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 19 Sep 2026

Melaka Pakatan finalising talks with Bersatu, others to form PH Plus for state polls

A fire burns at a landfill site in Rasau Jaya, Kubu Raya, West Kalimantan on August 6, 2026. — AFP pic
Malaysia / 19 Sep 2026

Prabowo welcomes Malaysia’s offer of aircraft, helicopters and team to fight Indonesia fires

The government will help streamline and elevate pondok institutions (traditional religious schools), including in terms of physical facilities, academic disciplines and the introduction of new fields of study suited to current needs, said Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 19 Sep 2026

PM Anwar vows to strengthen pondok schools, introduce AI and modern fields

The status of the 1Malaysia Development Bhd (1MDB) case involving Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak remains unchanged following his conditional pardon, said Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) Chief Commissioner Datuk Seri Abd Halim Aman. — Picture by Firdaus Latif
Malaysia / 19 Sep 2026

MACC says Najib’s conditional pardon has no impact on 1MDB case

A man was killed after the multi-purpose vehicle (MPV) he was driving collided with a trailer lorry at Kilometre 38 of Jalan Kuala Terengganu-Kota Bharu near Sungai Tong here last night. — Picture by Raymond Manuel
Malaysia / 19 Sep 2026

Perodua Alza driver dies after collision with Volvo trailer lorry near Sungai Tong in Terengganu

The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) has recorded statements from Minister of Agriculture and Food Security Datuk Seri Mohamad Sabu in connection with an investigation into the delays in the supply of fertiliser in Kedah. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 19 Sep 2026

MACC records Mat Sabu’s statement in fertiliser supply probe, 37 witnesses called so far

Former Lembaga Tabung Haji (TH) chairman Datuk Seri Abdul Azeez Abdul Rahim is pictured at the Kuala Lumpur Court Complex, September 9, 2026. — Picture by Yusof Isa
Malaysia / 19 Sep 2026

MACC directs former Tabung Haji chairman Abdul Azeez and family to file asset declarations within one month

Three motorcyclists were killed and nine others injured in a crash involving 12 motorcycles and three cars in Ipoh. — Picture via social media
Malaysia / 19 Sep 2026

Three young motorcyclists killed, nine injured as 15 vehicles collide in pre‑dawn Ipoh crash

The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) has identified several social media accounts and individuals linked to a viral video of a stage performance that allegedly insults the institution of the Malay Rulers and the Rukun Negara. — Picture by Choo Choy May
Malaysia / 19 Sep 2026

MCMC and police trace individuals tied to resurfaced 2018 clip accused of insulting Rukun Negara

A 55-year-old woman was sentenced to four months in jail after she was found guilty of being in possession of a fake MyKad at the NRD Identity Card Division in Sabah. — Picture by Choo Choy May
Malaysia / 19 Sep 2026

Thumbprints gave her away: Woman gets four months’ jail for presenting fake MyKad at Sabah NRD

Umno info chief Datuk Seri Azalina Othman Said who is also de facto law and institutional reform minister, says Najib’s conditional royal pardon is not above the law. — Picture by Choo Choy May
Malaysia / 19 Sep 2026

Azalina: Pardon power is part of the law, not above it

Plainclothes personnel are seen near the residence of former prime minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak at Jalan Langgak Duta in Kuala Lumpur on September 19, 2026, following the arrival of vehicles bearing the Prison Department logo. — Picture by Milda Hassandarvish
Malaysia / 19 Sep 2026

Prison Dept vehicles enter Najib’s home as preparations for house arrest appear to begin

Former Felda chairman Tan Sri Mohd Isa Abdul Samad is escorted by police to Sungai Buloh Prison after being ordered to serve a six-year prison sentence following the Federal Court’s decision to uphold his corruption conviction, in Putrajaya on February 10, 2026. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 19 Sep 2026

Isa Samad gives statement from Sungai Buloh Prison as MACC widens Felda probe

A 23-year-old man with an obesity-related condition who died was buried at the Gual Tinggi Islamic Cemetery in Rantau Panjang, Kelantan with the help of villagers and the Malaysian Civil Defence Force at the request of the Health Ministry on September 18, 2026. — Screengrabs from Facebook video/Apmrantaupanjang
Malaysia / 19 Sep 2026

Five hours, one lorry: Civil Defence, villagers pull together to bury 23-year-old, 250kg man in Rantau Panjang

File photo of the haze in Serian. Four places in Sarawak – Lubok Antu, Sri Aman, Lundu and Tebedu – recorded higher unhealthy air quality readings overnight on September 19, 2026. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 19 Sep 2026

Lubok Antu haze worsens as API climbs to 178 in eight hours