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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  / 4 h ago

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

Communications Minister Datuk Seri Fahmi Fadzil said the government expects three major sporting events this weekend to proceed despite the haze affecting parts of Malaysia. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 18 h ago

Fahmi: Govt expects F1, KL Marathon and Le Tour de Langkawi to go ahead despite haze

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  / 14 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  / 16 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  / 16 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  / 16 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  / 18 h ago

Tel Aviv-bound Flydubai flight lands in Saudi Arabia after reported cockpit fight

Marked with a distinctive gold star on the RFID signage, the upgraded RFID lane works with all existing Touch ‘n Go RFID tags and forms part of the company’s roadmap towards Multi-Lane Fast Flow (MLFF) tolling. — SoyaCincau pic
Malaysia  / 19 h ago

Touch ‘n Go to add 10 Enhanced RFID lanes for Malaysia’s MLFF transition

Flash floods hit the Wisma Persekutuan car park area in Johor Bahru. Sept 30, 2026. — Picture via Facebook
Malaysia  / 14 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  / 15 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  / 17 h ago

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

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  / 16 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  / 17 h ago

Sarawak hydrogen market viability still unproven, says analyst

The judge ordered the accused to serve the prison term from the date of his arrest on Sept 26, 2023. — Pixabay pic
Malaysia  / 18 h ago

Myanmar man gets 16 years’ prison for killing 80-year-old fruit seller in Taman OUG

MCMC has received 92 complaints involving WhatsApp accounts that were hacked, suspended or rendered inaccessible. — AFP pic
Malaysia  / 2 h ago

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

Perak Science, Environment and Green Technology Exco Teh Kok Lim said the finding was based on the Final Report of the Investigative Sampling (IS) Study on Sungai Rui, Gerik, conducted by experts from Scieno TW, a concessionaire appointed by the Department of Environment Malaysia. — File picture by Farhan Najib
Malaysia / 08 Sep 2026

Sungai Perak blue water caused by rain, minerals and changes in water flow, state assembly told

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said this had enabled the government to plan and implement the country’s development agenda based on clear policies and a stable political environment. — Picture by Raymond Manuel
Malaysia / 08 Sep 2026

Anwar says Cabinet consensus provides stability for govt to plan, implement policies

Higher Education Minister Datuk Seri Zambry Abd Kadir said the success of the communities should instead be measured by their ability to excel in critical fields such as Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM), develop new technologies and own intellectual property. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 08 Sep 2026

Zambry: Malay, Bumiputera education must move beyond quotas towards self-reliance, resilience

The reports were presented to the King by Auditor-General Datuk Seri Wan Suraya Wan Mohd Radzi during an audience at Istana Bukit Tunku here today. — Picture from Facebook/Sultan Ibrahim Sultan Iskandar
Malaysia / 08 Sep 2026

King receives 2026 Auditor-General’s Reports on federal, state finances

Rapid KL said no schedule delays were reported, while passenger flow and entry controls were being implemented at the affected stations to ensure safety and smooth movement. — Picture by Hari Anggara
Malaysia / 08 Sep 2026

Rapid KL says passenger surge behind LRT congestion at Pasar Seni, Kajang

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim delivers a speech during a meeting with civil servants in conjunction with the monthly assembly of the Ministry of Plantation and Commodities, September 8, 2026. — Picture by Raymond Manuel
Malaysia / 08 Sep 2026

Anwar: Asean haze mechanism needs stronger action, Malaysia won’t shield firms

Perak Health, Human Resources, Indian Affairs and National Integration Committee chairman Datuk A. Sivanesan said elderly patients were usually accompanied by their children or other family members, while some also arrived early in the belief that they could see doctors sooner. ― Picture by Farhan Najib
Malaysia / 08 Sep 2026

Early arrivals contributing to hospital congestion, says Perak health exco

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim speaks during a press conference following a special meeting and monthly assembly with Ministry of Plantation and Commodities staff in Putrajaya in September 2026. — Picture by Raymond Manuel
Malaysia / 08 Sep 2026

Anwar warns ministries against blank cheque approach while Malaysia grapples with subsidy burden

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim delivers a speech at the monthly assembly of the Ministry of Plantation and Commodities in Putrajaya in September 2026. — Picture by Raymond Manuel
Malaysia / 08 Sep 2026

Anwar demands tangible impact from government spending

Perak Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Saarani Mohamad said the project currently involves land that has been approved for use by the Railway Assets Corporation (RAC) for development purposes. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 08 Sep 2026

No private land acquisition for Ipoh Sentral so far, says Perak MB

The industry group, which represents more than 55,000 members, said the government’s decision not to pursue an appeal against the ruling had created legal uncertainty that could push consumers towards an illicit vaping market. — File picture by Sayuti Zainudin
Malaysia / 08 Sep 2026

Vape group urges legal clarity after High Court ruling on liquid nicotine

A person wears a face mask as he walks to a nearby mosque in Kampung Hulu, Serian on September 4, 2026. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 08 Sep 2026

Serian air quality ‘hazardous’ again just a day after emergency ends

Several public transport users shared the situation on social media, posting images of crowded platforms filled with passengers waiting for trains. — Screengrab from Threads/@nibukanyon
Malaysia / 08 Sep 2026

Kelana Jaya LRT remains packed as slow trains disrupt morning commute

The Raja Permaisuri Bainun hospital in Perak. Perak Fire and Rescue Department (JBPM) Operations Division assistant director Sabarodzi Nor Ahmad said the department received an emergency call about the incident at 11.14pm. — Picture by Marcus Pheong
Malaysia / 08 Sep 2026

Small fire at Raja Permaisuri Bainun Hospital children’s ward quickly extinguished, no injuries

State exco Wong Hon Wai had a meeting with the Penang International Airport management team recently. — Picture courtesy of Wong Hon Wai’s office
Malaysia / 08 Sep 2026

Penang International Airport unaffected by haze, no mass stranding after Jakarta flight cancellations

Firefighters found the man locked inside the vehicle before removing him. — Picture by Raymond Manuel
Malaysia / 08 Sep 2026

Man found dead inside locked car in Ipoh’s Bandar Seri Botani