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The government has approved a 99-year lease renewal for the Kuala Lumpur and Selangor Chinese Assembly Hall, with the land premium fixed at a nominal RM1,000, a significant reduction from the earlier estimated premium of approximately RM4.67 million. — Picture by Choo Choy May
Malaysia  / 12 h ago

From RM4.67m to RM1,000, KL’s historic Chinese Assembly Hall wins 99-year lease, says Hannah

A total of 207 people, including passengers and crew members of Qingdao Airlines flight QW907 from China, were stranded at Sultan Mahmud Airport (LTSM) yesterday afternoon due to bad weather. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 10 h ago

Bad weather diverts China flight to Terengganu, stranding 207 passengers overnight

Bagan MP Lim Guan Eng. — Picture via Facebook/Lim Guan Eng
Malaysia  / 9 h ago

Lim Guan Eng says govt considering proposal for higher electricity bill protection as heat drives usage

Barisan Nasional (BN) chairman Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi (second left) and Tanjung Bidara assemblyman Datuk Seri Dr Ab Rauf Yusoh (left) speak to the media after celebrating the coalition’s victory in the 16th Melaka state election at the Melaka International Trade Centre (MITC) in Ayer Keroh, Melaka on November 14, 2026. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 15 h ago

Melaka fallout: Three key takeaways from BN-PN’s commanding win

Police have arrested a local man in his 50s to assist investigations into the alleged illegal collection of parking fees from motorists near the Maluri MRT station. — Picture via Threads/parkitmalaysia
Malaysia  / 8 h ago

Caught after Threads uproar, man held over alleged RM5 parking fee collection near Maluri MRT

Sultan of Perak Sultan Nazrin Shah and Raja Permaisuri Perak Tuanku Zara Salim at Istana Iskandariah, Kuala Kangsar November 15, 2026. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 10 h ago

Speak truth, reject corruption, serve the people, Sultan Nazrin tells leaders

User, charlie.kilo.maggi, shared footage of flash flooding at 2.46pm along the exit from the i-City area. — Picture via Threads/charlie.kilo.maggi
Malaysia  / 5 h ago

One hour of rain, roads under water: Flash floods hit Shah Alam’s i-City

France’s President Emmanuel Macron waves during a welcoming ceremony in Phnom Penh on November 14, 2026. — AFP pic
Malaysia  / 10 h ago

Macron says Malaysia trip will help France secure vital rare earth supplies

Pakatan Harapan candidate Kerk Chee Yee, 34. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 13 h ago

At 34, Kerk becomes Melaka’s youngest winner as Ab Rauf, 65, prevails

Taiwanese actress Vivian Sung stars as Du Li An in the Malaysian-Taiwanese production ‘The Age of Goodbyes', directed by Edmund Yeo. — Picture courtesy of Mega Films Distribution
Showbiz  / 11 h ago

Taiwanese star Vivian Sung says everyday chats with locals helped her master the Malaysian Mandarin accent for ‘The Age of Goodbyes’

Malaysia  / 5 h ago

Loke says Anwar need not bow to calls for early dissolution of Parliament

A day after the 16th Melaka State Election, Chief Minister Datuk Seri Ab Rauf Yusoh has called on the people of the state to unite as one big family. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 6 h ago

‘I’m CM for everyone’, says Ab Rauf as he calls for unity after Melaka polls, declares Nov 16 holiday

Pakatan Harapan will examine its candidates’ preparedness, youth voting patterns and lower voter turnout as part of a post-mortem following its disappointing performance in the Melaka state election, Communications Minister Datuk Seri Fahmi Fadzil said. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin
Malaysia  / 7 h ago

After Melaka defeat, Fahmi says Pakatan will examine candidates, youth vote and turnout

The bursting of a 455-cubic-metre water tank at Taman Kuala Kangsar in Kuala Kangsar yesterday was caused by the condition of its structure, which was more than 40 years old. — Social media pic via Bernama
Malaysia  / 4 h ago

Ageing 40-year-old water tank bursts in Kuala Kangsar, affecting 520 consumers; no damage or injuries reported

Thick smoke rises into the clear sky from a nightclub fire on Jalan Metro Perdana Barat in Kepong, Kuala Lumpur, on November 15, 2026 (left) with Kepong MP Lim Lip Eng at the scene with firefighters and several fire trucks still battling the blaze (right). — Screenshots from Facebook//LIM LIP ENG 林立迎
Malaysia  / 9 h ago

Huge blaze guts Kepong nightclub as thick smoke blankets the sky (VIDEO)

Eight police personnel were among nine individuals arrested on suspicion of being involved in ketum water-related activities during a raid in Taman Keramat here on Sept 29. — Picture by Choo Choy May
Malaysia / 02 Oct 2026

Bukit Aman confirms arrests: Eight police personnel held over ketum water activities

Former prime minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad, accompanied by family members, scatters rose petals while visiting the grave of his wife Tun Dr Siti Hasmah Mohd Ali at the National Mausoleum in Putrajaya on October 1, 2026. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 02 Oct 2026

‘Every corner reminds him of her’: Mukhriz appeals for privacy for Dr Mahathir

All vehicles heading to the Sepang International Circuit for the 2026 Formula 1 (F1) Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix will undergo screening at five main locations, Selangor police chief Datuk Shazeli Kahar said. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 02 Oct 2026

Police say plan ahead: Five checkpoints, contra‑flow lanes and diversions as Sepang braces for F1 crowds

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim yesterday shared updates on the preparations for the 2026 Formula 1 Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia with Bahrain’s Crown Prince and Prime Minister, Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 02 Oct 2026

Anwar tells Bahrain crown prince Malaysia is revved up to host Formula 1 Grand Prix

A Scuderia Ferrari F1 car is seen at the Sepang International Circuit. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 02 Oct 2026

Clear skies for F1, KL Marathon as air quality improves nationwide; Seri Manjung sole hotspot

Economy Minister Akmal Nasrullah Mohd Nasir during a meeting with Singapore Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Trade and Industry Gan Kim Yong. — Picture via Facebook/Akmal Nasir
Malaysia / 02 Oct 2026

Akmal Nasrullah highlights upbeat Malaysia–Singapore talks as ministerial committee meets Nov 2 on economic zone plan

Higher Education Minister Datuk Seri Dr Zambry Abdul Kadir said the project was among the models being developed by the government to accelerate the provision of student accommodation at public universities, amid growing demand for housing. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 02 Oct 2026

UM to roll out hostel project housing 40,000 students, meeting B40 families’ needs, says Zambry

National Council of Women’s Organisations Malaysia President Prof Emerita Tan Sri Dr Sharifah Hapsah Syed Hasan speaks during a panel session at the International Social Wellbeing Conference 2026 at Shangri-La Kuala Lumpur on September 29, 2026. — Picture by Firdaus Latif
Malaysia / 02 Oct 2026

Experts call for ‘Ministry of Longevity’ to prepare Malaysia for aged nation status

The government will continue to strengthen public service governance and integrity to combat the leakage of public funds and abuse of power, particularly involving Federal Statutory Bodies, says Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 02 Oct 2026

Anwar vows tighter governance as Madani Government moves to seal leaks and abuse of power

The government has temporarily expanded electricity bill protection to households using up to 800kWh a month from September 1 to December 31. — Unsplash pic
Malaysia / 02 Oct 2026

Electricity bill protection up to 800kWh: What does it mean for a household?

The MACC has remanded two corporate figures who are brothers for five days over an alleged abuse of position involving a RM10 million investment. — Picture by Choo Choy May
Malaysia / 01 Oct 2026

MACC remands brothers with ‘Datuk Seri’, ‘Datuk Wira’ titles over alleged RM10m investment abuse

Johor Housing and Local Government Committee chairman Datuk Mohd Jafni Md Shukor (third from left) monitors the aftermath of flash flooding in Johor Bahru on October 1, 2026. — Picture courtesy of Facebook/Mohd Jafni Md Shukor
Malaysia / 01 Oct 2026

Johor government to enhance ‘Smart City’ technology for early extreme weather warnings

Johor Housing and Local Government Committee chairman Datuk Mohd Jafni Md Shukor (left) monitors the aftermath of flash flooding in Johor Bahru on October 1, 2026. — Picture via Facebook
Malaysia / 01 Oct 2026

Johor rolls out additional RM30m after flash floods hit state capital

Perak police have recorded statements from nine people as investigations continue into the shooting of a businessman at a petrol station in Bidor Sentral, with the motive yet to be established. — Picture by Raymond Manuel
Malaysia / 01 Oct 2026

Bidor petrol station shooting: Police record nine statements, hunt three suspects

The Federal Court has fixed five days from January 25, 2027, to hear separate petitions by Petronas and the Sarawak Government over federal and state laws governing oil and gas matters. — Picture by Miera Zulyana
Malaysia / 01 Oct 2026

Petronas-Sarawak oil and gas dispute heads to Federal Court for five-day hearing from Jan 25

Deputy Inspector-General of Police Datuk Seri Abdul Aziz Abdul Majid (centre) witnesses the handover of duties as Sarawak police commissioner from CP Datuk Mohamad Zainal Abdullah (left) to DCP Saifullizan Ishak at the Sarawak police headquarters in Kuching, October 1, 2026. — AFP pic
Malaysia / 01 Oct 2026

Don't abuse your power, deputy IGP tells police