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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  / 16 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

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  / 3 h ago

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

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  / 19 h ago

Immigration Dept denies social media claim that Myanmar teen was repatriated, says she remains in detention

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

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

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

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

Tok Mat admits Umno’s DAP ties were hard to sell to Malay voters

An aerial view shows Google’s first data centre under construction at Elmina Business Park, Selangor August 26, 2025. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 10 Sep 2026

Malaysia’s data centre boom: How it affects jobs, electricity and water

Umno president Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi attends the President’s Briefing in conjunction with the Umno General Assembly 2026 at Merdeka Hall, World Trade Centre Kuala Lumpur, September 9, 2026. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 09 Sep 2026

Umno president urges party to strengthen solidarity, machinery

Umno president Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said the party had always upheld and respected the royal institution as well as the institution of the Undang in Negeri Sembilan. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 09 Sep 2026

Zahid denies N. Sembilan MB resigned amid royal dispute

Consultant Forensic Psychiatrist Dr Chua Sze Hung, who was recalled to testify, explained that an assessment of the surviving parent was not a proper clinical or methodological substitute for a retrospective assessment of the deceased adolescent’s mental state. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 09 Sep 2026

Zara Qairina inquest: Mother’s assessment unnecessary for psychological autopsy, psychiatrist tells court 

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim in a telephone conversation with the late pilot’s father, Bee Sham Ahmad. — Screengrab from Facebook/Anwar Ibrahim
Malaysia / 09 Sep 2026

Anwar remembers Capt Zainol Afiq as kind man, pays tribute to pilot’s service (VIDEO)

The Finance Ministry (MOF), in a statement today, said RON97 would be priced at RM4.50 per litre from RM4.25 previously, while RON95 would rise to RM4.02 from RM3.77 and unsubsidised diesel to RM4.92 from RM4.67. — AFP pic
Malaysia / 09 Sep 2026

Finance Ministry: Unsubsidised petrol, diesel prices rise 25 sen per litre from tomorrow

The remand of a former CEO of a federal statutory body’s subsidiary has been extended by four days over alleged misappropriation, abuse of power and corruption linked to the appointment of a developer for a Kuala Lumpur project. — Pexels pic
Malaysia / 09 Sep 2026

Former Felda subsidiary CEO gets four-day remand extension in corruption probe

In a Facebook post, the prime minister said the competition continues the legacy of Tun Abdul Razak Hussein by providing young people with a platform to test their courage, deepen their knowledge and sharpen their debating skills. — Picture from Facebook/Anwar Ibrahim
Malaysia / 09 Sep 2026

Anwar: PM’s Cup debate nurtures confident, critical young minds

Umno information chief Datuk Seri Azalina Othman Said and Umno secretary-general Datuk Asyraf Wajdi Dasuki have denied attending a meeting allegedly linked to claims that Negri Sembilan Menteri Besar Datuk Ismail Lasim signed a declaration seeking to remove Tuanku Muhriz Munawir as the state’s Yang di-Pertuan Besar. — Pictures by Choo Choy May/Sayuti Zainudin
Malaysia / 09 Sep 2026

Azalina, Asyraf Wajdi deny attending meeting linked to alleged bid to remove Tuanku Muhriz

Based on a check of the court system, Alam Maritim Resources Bhd group managing director and CEO Datuk Azmi Ahmad will be charged at Criminal Sessions Court 14 before Judge Suzana Hussin at 9am. — File picture by Shafwan Zaidon
Malaysia / 09 Sep 2026

Alam Maritim Resources CEO Azmi Ahmad to be charged over Tabung Haji probe

In a filing with Bursa Malaysia today, Hubline said the helicopter, bearing registration number 9M-LLF, was conducting a flying doctor service (FDS) flight when the accident occurred. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 09 Sep 2026

Hubline confirms helicopter in fatal Long Lellang crash was operated by subsidiary

The bodies being transported at the Long Lellang STOLport. — The Borneo Post pic 
Malaysia / 09 Sep 2026

Remains of five Long Lellang helicopter crash victims recovered, DNA identification to follow

Umno delegates pictured flooding the area as the 2026 Umno General Assembly kicks off on day one at the World Trade Centre Kuala Lumpur, September 9, 2026. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin
Malaysia / 09 Sep 2026

Umno delegates enter assembly on an election high after Johor, N. Sembilan wins, with Melaka next on the radar

Datin Seri Rosmah Mansor leaves the Palace of Justice after the hearing of her appeal regarding the Sarawak solar hybrid project corruption case in Putrajaya. September 1, 2026. — Picture by Raymond Manuel
Malaysia / 09 Sep 2026

RM1.25b solar hybrid project corruption case: Prosecution challenges ruling allowing Rosmah to adduce additional evidence

Commercial Crime Investigation Department director Datuk Rusdi Mohd Isa said three of the suspects were detained over investigations into TH hibah payments made in 2017. — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa
Malaysia / 09 Sep 2026

Former Tabung Haji chairman, CEO among five held over hibah, AMLA probes