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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  / 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  / 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

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  / 16 h ago

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

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

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

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

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

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  / 19 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  / 4 h ago

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

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

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 / 1 m ago

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

A Hazmat team was deployed after a chemical spill from a 37-tonne lorry spread across about 30 metres of the SKVE and flowed into a drain. — Picture by Raymond Manuel
Malaysia / 19 m ago

Lorry carrying 120 chemical drums spills load on SKVE after locking barrier fails, Hazmat team deployed

The Malaysia Children Daycare Association has proposed doubling tax relief for registered childcare fees from RM3,000 to RM6,000. ― TODAY pic
Malaysia / 10 m ago

Budget 2027: Childcare group proposes doubling tax relief for daycare fees to RM6,000

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 / 45 m ago

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

MACC chief commissioner Datuk Seri Abd Halim Aman said the commission identified governance weaknesses at UiTM Holdings during its investigation. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 53 m ago

MACC finds governance weaknesses at UiTM Holdings after RM37.37m CBT probe

MMA said understaffing, relocation costs and difficult living conditions are among the factors that may discourage doctors from taking up postings in Sabah and Sarawak. — Pexels pic
Malaysia / 1 h ago

Reported doctor no-shows in Sabah and Sarawak prompt MMA call for incentive overhaul

Erick Tunggan Lamah, 33, was fined after pleading guilty to attempting to hurt a child with a slingshot. — The Borneo Post pic
Malaysia / 1 h ago

Man fined RM500 for shooting stone at child with slingshot in Sarawak

PN deputy chairman Datuk Seri Tuan Ibrahim Tuan Man said the coalition still does not know the details of Bersatu’s eight complaints to the Registrar of Societies. — Picture by Miera Zulyana
Malaysia / 1 h ago

Perikatan seeks RoS explanation over suspension, demands details of Bersatu complaints

Palestinian mourners gather for a mass funeral at the Nuseirat refugee camp in the central Gaza Strip on September 29, 2026, following the recovery of 41 bodies from the rubble of a residential building hit in an Israeli strike at the start of the war in October 2023. — AFP pic
Malaysia / 1 h ago

‘Don’t let the world forget’: Mapim calls for Gaza remembrance day on Oct 7

A total of 265 leatherback eggs from four nests are now being incubated under conservation management in Terengganu. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 1 h ago

Terengganu records fourth leatherback turtle landing in a month, bringing protected eggs to 265

Perak is pursuing a gradual ‘Zero Stray’ goal through neutering, licensing, shelters and stronger regulation. — File picture by Farhan Najib
Malaysia / 2 h ago

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

Perak Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Saarani Mohamad said manufacturing investment should strengthen local companies, raise workforce skills and create more high-value jobs.
Malaysia / 2 h ago

Perak wants manufacturing investment to create more high-value jobs, says Saarani

Haze hangs over Pulau Tinggi in Mersing on September 30, 2026, obscuring the island’s hills and coastline and reducing visibility. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 2 h ago

Haze eases as unhealthy air quality falls to eight areas, Johan Setia still worst hit

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 / 2 h ago

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

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

Singapore Deputy Prime Minister Gan Kim Yong is scheduled to meet Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Datuk Seri Johari Abdul Ghani during his one-day visit. — Picture via Facebook/Gan Kim Yong
Malaysia / 2 h ago

Supply chain resilience tops agenda as Singapore DPM Gan Kim Yong visits Malaysia