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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  / 6 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  / 16 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  / 18 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  / 18 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  / 18 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  / 3 h ago

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

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  / 4 h ago

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

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  / 17 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  / 17 h ago

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

A 55-year-old tourist died during an introductory scuba diving activity in waters off Kampung Salang, Pulau Tioman. — Pixabay pic
Malaysia  / 3 h ago

Tourist dies after losing consciousness during Tioman scuba dive

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  / 1 h ago

Dr Mahathir sheds tears during visit to Dr Hasmah’s grave three days after her death (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  / 18 h ago

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

MCMC has received 92 complaints involving WhatsApp accounts that were hacked, suspended or rendered inaccessible. — AFP pic
Malaysia  / 4 h ago

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

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  / 19 h ago

Sarawak hydrogen market viability still unproven, says analyst

A Scuderia Ferrari F1 car is seen at the Sepang International Circuit. — Bernama pic
Sports  / 3 h ago

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

Pakatan Harapan secretary-general Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail says there is no need to rush towards GE16 as the Anwar government still has many things it wants to complete before its term expires in February 2028. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 12 Sep 2026

‘We still have until February 2028’, Pakatan sec-gen says as GE16 chatter grows

Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail says Malaysia will look into the scams involving 30 Malaysians detained in Pontianak, West Kalimantan to see how large the network could be. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 12 Sep 2026

Were the 30 Malaysians caught in Indonesia lone scammers, or something bigger? Home Ministry to dig deeper

Bandar Tun Razak MP Datuk Seri Dr Wan Azizah Wan Ismail (centre) poses with residents at the Bandar Tasik Selatan low-cost flats on September 12, 2026 during a constituency ‘kenduri’. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 12 Sep 2026

After Bandar Tasik Selatan PPR gets RM350,000 makeover, MP asks residents to ‘take good care’ for sake of kids and grandkids

Malaysia’s rescue team wraps up its Nepal mission and is expected to land in Kuala Lumpur by September 13, 2026 latest, according to Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan. — File picture by Hari Anggara
Malaysia / 12 Sep 2026

Mission done, but not over: Smart team on way home as Nepal search continues

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim (centre left) meets Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian (centre right) on the sidelines of the 18th BRICS Leaders' Summit in New Delhi, India on September 12, 2026. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 12 Sep 2026

Anwar to Iran: Keep Hormuz open, choose diplomacy over conflict

Rescue personnel use a bulldozer to remove sludge in the aftermath of flash floods at Devighat in Nepal’s Nuwakot district. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 12 Sep 2026

Foreign Ministry seeks DNA samples of Nepal flood victims to identify missing Malaysians

Umno secretary-general Datuk Asyraf Wajdi Dusuki speaks during a press conference at the 2026 Umno General Assembly at the World Trade Centre Kuala Lumpur on September 12, 2026. — Picture by Firdaus Latif
Malaysia / 12 Sep 2026

Umno won’t ‘betray anyone’ or seek new PM before next general election, says Asyraf Wajdi

Youth and Sports Minister Mohammed Taufiq Johari delivers his speech at the 21st Youth and Sports Skills Training Institutes Convocation Ceremony 2026 at the Putrajaya International Convention Centre on September 12, 2026. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 12 Sep 2026

Stop hunting for jobs, start creating them, minister tells TVET grads as 97pc find work

Sarawak Deputy Premier Datuk Dr Sim Kui Hian says 160 of the state’s 271 Klinik Kesihatan, or 66 per cent, are classified as dilapidated. — Picture from Facebook/Sim Kui Hian
Malaysia / 12 Sep 2026

Empty posts, crumbling clinics: Sarawak wants the power to fix its own healthcare

Low water pressure slowed firefighters battling the fire in a Kuching retail store near Jalan Tun Ahmad Zaidi Adruce on September 12, 2026. — Bomba handout pic via The Borneo Post
Malaysia / 12 Sep 2026

Early morning blaze guts first floor of Kuching retail chain, no injuries reported

A lawyer for Datuk Seri Abdul Azeez Abdul Rahim (pictured) has denied claims that money in the former Tabung Haji chairman’s family accounts was forfeited by the government. — Picture by Shafwan Zaidon
Malaysia / 12 Sep 2026

Lawyer denies govt forfeited funds in Abdul Azeez family’s Tabung Haji accounts

Rescue personnel and family members help dialysis patient Renai Iwat board a Bomba helicopter at Long Lellang STOLport for her emergency medical evacuation to Miri Hospital. — The Borneo Post pic
Malaysia / 12 Sep 2026

Sarawak dialysis patient’s rescue shows why the Flying Doctor Service matters

Datuk Peter Anthony is seen outside the Sessions Court in Kuala Lumpur in this file photo taken on August 1, 2022. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 12 Sep 2026

No special treatment in Peter Anthony’s release, says Prisons Department

Morgan Moset, 39, is the younger brother of staff nurse Debra Moset, who was killed in the Flying Doctor Service helicopter crash in Long Lellang, Ulu Baram, on September 9, 2026. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 12 Sep 2026

DNA results of Long Lellang crash victims finally in, families set to receive remains

Economy Minister Akmal Nasrullah Mohd Nasir says Malaysia and its neighbours Indonesia and Thailand can grow stronger economically by improving their cross-border connectivity, expanding renewable and green-economy opportunities, and using sustainability and digitalisation. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 12 Sep 2026

Economy minister says Malaysia to deepen renewable energy, connectivity ties with Indonesia, Thailand

A general view of the Kuala Lumpur skyline. NPE advised motorists to plan their journeys during the partial road closures in the capital. — Picture by Raymond Manuel
Malaysia / 12 Sep 2026

Jalan Syed Putra-Jalan Istana intersection to close in stages from Sept 14