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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  / 5 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

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  / 17 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  / 17 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

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

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

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  / 17 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  / 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

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  / 2 h ago

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

Photo taken in 2024 of Jessie (left) and Caroline. — The Borneo Post pic
Malaysia / 10 Sep 2026

Nurse killed in helicopter crash had planned to leave flying doctor service to further studies

Digital Minister Gobind Singh Deo attends the launch of the ‘Scars of War’ photography and art exhibition at the Lin Xiang Xiong Art Gallery in George Town, September 10, 2026. — Picture by Opalyn Mok
Malaysia / 10 Sep 2026

Digital minister says Malaysia’s draft AI Governance Bill complete, hopes to table it by Q1 2027

In Kuala Lumpur, Batu Muda also recorded an unhealthy API reading of 167. — Picture by Choo Choy May .
Malaysia / 10 Sep 2026

No hazardous API readings recorded nationwide, Sarawak records highest unhealthy levels

According to the first charge, Azmi is charged with defrauding TH Alam Management Sdn Bhd principal officer Iskandar Mohd Zaffa, 48, by concealing the actual offer of Daily Charter Rate dated August 24, 2023 which allocated RM80,500 per day in the Work Order. — Pexels pic
Malaysia / 10 Sep 2026

Alam Maritim CEO charged with fraud over vessel charter rates, claims trial

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 / 10 Sep 2026

‘Flabbergasted’: Lawyer says lock-up attire, handcuffs were not former TH chairman Abdul Azeez’s choice

Party members cheer during the launch of the Women, Youth, and Puteri assemblies on the first day of the Umno General Assembly 2026 at the World Trade Centre Kuala Lumpur on September 9, 2026. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin
Malaysia / 10 Sep 2026

‘No need to erase history’: Wanita Umno defends Najib’s legacy amid ‘legal process’

A fire broke out in the ceiling area of the paediatric and women’s wards at Jengka Hospital last night. — Picture via Facebook
Malaysia / 10 Sep 2026

Ceiling fire at Jengka Hospital wards forces 17 to evacuate, no injuries reported

Kuala Krai police chief Supt Mazlan Mamat said that following a report at 4 pm, a joint team of police, Department of Wildlife and National Parks (Perhilitan), and Civil Defence Force was deployed to the scene. — Picture by Ahmad Zamzahuri
Malaysia / 10 Sep 2026

Man killed by elephant while searching for missing cow in Kuala Krai

A Sarawak Fire and Rescue Department (JBPM) operations centre spokesman said eight personnel from the Petra Jaya Fire and Rescue Station were sent to the scene to retrieve the body after receiving a distress call at 9.34am. — Picture by Raymond Manuel
Malaysia / 10 Sep 2026

Man dies after suspected heart attack, falls into septic tank pit in Kota Bharu

Enforcement director Mazhad Abdul Aziz said 738 joint operations were conducted with various agencies nationwide, including raids on premises and factories to detect the use of fraudulent identification documents. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 10 Sep 2026

NRD: 365 foreigners charged over fake MyKad, birth certificate offences in eight months

Seberang Perai Selatan deputy police chief DSP Mohd Norazmi Abd Ghapar said the deceased’s identity is being verified and a post-mortem will be conducted to determine the cause of death. — Picture by Ahmad Zamzahuri
Malaysia / 10 Sep 2026

Man found dead with hands, feet tied inside sewage tank in Nibong Tebal

Umno deputy president Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan delivers his speech at the opening of the party’s Wanita, Pemuda and Puteri general assemblies on the first day of the 2026 Umno General Assembly at the World Trade Centre Kuala Lumpur on September 9, 2026. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin
Malaysia / 10 Sep 2026

Tok Mat: ‘Rumah Bangsa’ should anchor Malay unity, but Umno won’t form new political alliance

A photograph of Dr Ainul Baroah (second, left) with her family is seen at her family home in Kampung Baung, Pengkalan Chepa. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 10 Sep 2026

Remains of doctor killed in Sarawak helicopter crash to be buried in Kota Bharu after forensic procedures

The Johor Fire and Rescue Department (JBPM), in a statement, said it received an emergency call at 10.44 pm before 14 personnel from the Kluang Fire and Rescue Station (BBP) arrived at the scene about five minutes later. — Picture by Raymond Manuel
Malaysia / 10 Sep 2026

Mother and two sons found dead after being trapped in Kluang house fire

PAS Muslimat delegates sit among members of other parties during the opening of the 2026 Umno Wanita, Pemuda and Puteri general assemblies at the World Trade Centre Kuala Lumpur on September 9, 2026. — Picture via Umno Online
Malaysia / 10 Sep 2026

‘Kayfa haluka?’: Warm Umno welcome for PAS delegates at assembly

Umno members wave party flags and cheer during the opening of the 2026 Umno Wanita, Pemuda and Puteri general assemblies at the World Trade Centre Kuala Lumpur on September 9, 2026. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin
Malaysia / 10 Sep 2026

‘Forever centrist’: Tok Mat insists Umno won’t veer left or right