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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  / 9 h ago

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

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  / 6 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  / 4 h ago

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

Malaysian Border Control and Protection Agency chief Datuk Seri Mohd Shuhaily Mohd Zain addresses the viral KLIA incident during a press conference in Putrajaya October 1, 2026. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 2 h ago

‘If the price is me, I’ll pay it’: Border agency chief Shuhaily ready to face action over viral KLIA incident

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  / 7 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  / 7 h ago

Tourist dies after losing consciousness during Tioman scuba dive

MACC chief commissioner Datuk Seri Abd Halim Aman said the commission only learned of the matter through media reports and has not received any official complaint concerning the allegations to date. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 3 h ago

MACC ready to probe alleged RM2.1b overspending by Rural and Regional Development Ministry if complaint received

State DAP chairman J. Arul Kumar said a post by a Facebook account under the name Khalide Al Walid had, among other things, alleged links between the Yang Dipertuan Besar of Negeri Sembilan and DAP, as well as connecting the party to issues involving customary land. — Picture from Facebook/J. Arul Kumar
Malaysia  / 2 h ago

Negeri Sembilan DAP lodges police report over Facebook post linking party to ongoing crisis, royal institution

MACC chief commissioner Datuk Seri Abd Halim Aman said no asset declaration notice was served on former human resources minister Datuk Seri M. Saravanan’s 12-year-old son. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 3 h ago

MACC chief says no asset declaration notice was served on ex-minister Saravanan’s 12-year-old son

Perak is pursuing a gradual ‘Zero Stray’ goal through neutering, licensing, shelters and stronger regulation. — File picture by Farhan Najib
Malaysia  / 6 h ago

Perak’s stray animal programme should be model for Malaysia, says deputy minister

A Scuderia Ferrari F1 car is seen at the Sepang International Circuit. — Bernama pic
Sports  / 7 h ago

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

Passenger’s baggage from Thai Airways flights is seen at Suvarnabhumi International Airport in Bangkok on September 29, 2026. — AFP pic
World  / 6 h ago

Thai Airways enlists Royal Thai Air Force to clear 8,000 stranded bags at Suvarnabhumi

MCMC has received 92 complaints involving WhatsApp accounts that were hacked, suspended or rendered inaccessible. — AFP pic
Malaysia  / 8 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  / 6 h ago

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

The Parliamentary Services Act 2025 takes effect today, restoring a dedicated parliamentary service 34 years after the previous law was repealed. — Picture by Yusof Isa
Malaysia  / 7 h ago

Malaysia restores parliamentary service after 34 years as new law takes effect

Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Federal Territories) Hannah Yeoh and Kuala Lumpur Mayor Datuk Seri Fadlun Mak Ujud during a press conference on the development of retention ponds and new open spaces for 2027 in the Sungai Bunus area in Kuala Lumpur, September 17, 2026. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 17 Sep 2026

KL to add 49ha of green spaces as city moves to protect open areas, says Hannah Yeoh

Siti Nuraini Rusidi, 40, died while scuba diving at Crystal Bay, Desa Sakti, Bali, Indonesia, at about 11.10am local time yesterday. — Social media pics
Malaysia / 17 Sep 2026

Malaysian woman, 40, dies during scuba dive in Bali’s Crystal Bay

Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi shakes hands with delegates, accompanied by Indonesian Vice-President Gibran Rakabuming Raka at the Vice-Presidential Palace in Jakarta, September 17, 2026. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 17 Sep 2026

Malaysia offers Indonesia aircraft, helicopters to fight forest fires amid haze concerns, says Zahid

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said the recent haze and warmer weather had contributed to increased electricity consumption among some households, causing their monthly usage to exceed 600kWh and resulting in unusually higher bills. — Picture from Facebook/Anwar Ibrahim
Malaysia / 17 Sep 2026

Anwar: Malaysian households using up to 800kWh exempt from AFA, Retail Charge and SST on electricity bills until Dec 31 amid haze, heat

Ipoh district police chief ACP Muhammad Najib Hamzah said today that the incident occurred at 4.56pm when the victim, driving a Mercedes, claimed that his vehicle was forced to the side by a Toyota Vios before a misunderstanding arose after the victim honked at the other vehicle. — Screengrab from social media
Malaysia / 17 Sep 2026

Police probe Simpang Pulai road rage after Mercedes driver allegedly threatened with stick

Muallim district police chief Supt Khalid Mohamad said the victim received a job offer through WhatsApp on September 13, with rewards offered for completing product evaluation tasks on the Shopee platform. — AFP pic
Malaysia / 17 Sep 2026

Ipoh woman loses RM41,215 in online job and fake investment scams

The Attorney General’s Chambers is reviewing a representation from a technician seeking a reconsideration of his charge of causing grievous hurt during a ‘stare’ incident at a restaurant in Kepong in May. Deputy Public Prosecutor Adiba Iman Hassan said the representation was submitted on September 2 and remains under consideration. — Picture by Shafwan Zaidon
Malaysia / 17 Sep 2026

‘Stare’ case at Kepong restaurant: AGC reviewing technician’s representation over grievous hurt charge

Inspector-General of Police Tan Sri Mohd Khalid Ismail, however, said PDRM still required additional logistics, equipment and technology to further strengthen its investigative capabilities and help solve more cases that require forensic analysis. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 17 Sep 2026

IGP: Police DNA lab logs 420 matches, seeks more technology for forensic investigations

Fisheries director-general Datuk Adnan Hussain said only one such fish had so far been reported caught in the area, while investigations and field monitoring by the Pahang Fisheries Department up to September 15 found no additional catches or related safety incidents. — Social media pic
Malaysia / 17 Sep 2026

No evidence of established piranha population in Pahang’s Klau Dam yet, says Fisheries Dept

The Petronas Twin Towers and other skyscrapers are seen shrouded in haze as viewed from the Bukit Tunku viewpoint, September 17, 2026. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin
Malaysia / 17 Sep 2026

Haze: 30 areas across Malaysia record unhealthy air quality, including Ipoh, PJ, Shah Alam and Kuching

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim was also the most widely recognised figure in the study, with 93 per cent familiarity among respondents aware of the candidates. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 17 Sep 2026

Vodus study: Anwar records highest acceptance, first-choice support among PM hopefuls

Chief of Army Gen Tan Sri Azhan Md Othman says the Malaysian Army is using advanced drones to strengthen security monitoring in hard-to-reach areas along the Malaysia-Thailand border. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 17 Sep 2026

Army steps up drone surveillance on border routes amid unrest in southern Thailand

Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) ranked fourth globally and first in Asia in OAG’s Megahubs 2026 ranking, with connections to 154 destinations. — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa
Malaysia / 17 Sep 2026

KLIA ranks first in Asia for connectivity in OAG Megahubs 2026 ranking

MAHB said a Notice to Airmen (NOTAM) had been issued over the temporary closure. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 17 Sep 2026

Kota Kinabalu airport runway temporarily closed for rectification works

Former Penang chief minister Lim Guan Eng (pictured) and his son were awarded RM280,000 in damages from blogger Wan Muhammad Azri Wan Deris, whose bid to stay the judgment was dismissed by the High Court. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 17 Sep 2026

Papagomo fails to stay RM280,000 defamation payout to Lim Guan Eng, son

Johor Department of Environment (DoE) enforcement personnel inspect a section of Sungai Sembrong showing traces of pollution believed to have originated from a nearby palm oil mill in Kluang, September 17, 2026. — Picture courtesy of the Department of Environment (DoE)
Malaysia / 17 Sep 2026

Palm oil mill shut down after pump failure sends effluent into Johor’s Sungai Sembrong