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Institut Darul Ridzuan chief executive Zulqarnain Mohamad says jobs have overtaken the cost of living as the top concern among Perakians as of October 2026, citing a recent study by the institute — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 22 Oct 2026

Two in three Perakians say their income is enough, but they want more jobs, Institut Darul Ridzuan study shows

As the government encourages Malaysians to consider switching from Waze to locally developed navigation applications, TuJu offers motorists an alternative that combines navigation with live traffic information and highway-related services. — Picture via Facebook/Lembaga Lebuhraya Malaysia

Malaysia / 22 Oct 2026

Which way to go? TuJu offers a locally-developed navigation app built around Malaysian highways and traffic info

Political analysts say the Opposition faces a tricky campaign in the upcoming Melaka election after Perikana Nasional’s deregistration. — Pexels pic

Malaysia / 22 Oct 2026

No Perikatan, no problem? Political analysts say Opposition faces a tricky Melaka campaign

The Malaysian Highway Authority and TuJu’s developer are working to restore stability and boost capacity after a surge in users. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 22 Oct 2026

TuJu app to go beyond highways and cover ordinary roads, says digital minister

A 22-year-old man and his 20-year-old pillion rider from Kedah died after their motorcycle was hit from behind by an unidentified vehicle near the first Penang Bridge on October 22, 2026. — Picture by Raymond Manuel

Malaysia / 22 Oct 2026

Hit-and-run at 4am: Two dead near Penang Bridge interchange

Teman Malaysia founder Ezzati Nasir calls for a Ministry for Older Persons to be set up in Malaysia. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin

Malaysia / 22 Oct 2026

Malaysia is ageing fast, but who’s in charge? Advocates call for an ‘anchor ministry’

The High Court today rejected a bid by the teenager acquitted of murdering his schoolmate Yap Shing Xuen at a Bandar Utama secondary school last year to have the entire civil suit heard in-camera, or in closed-door proceedings. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 22 Oct 2026

High Court rejects bid for closed-door trial in civil suit over Bandar Utama school murder

Jelutong Member of Parliament RSN Rayer today criticised the police for opening an investigation against lawyers representing Noorizwan Zulkefly, the 42-year-old who died while in police custody. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin

Malaysia / 22 Oct 2026

DAP lawmaker condemns police action against lawyers over sharing of Noorizwan’s custodial death photos

Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan said the last signals emitted from the mobile phones of the missing Malaysians in Nepal were traced directly to the location hit by a ‘glacial tsunami’. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 22 Oct 2026

Last phone pings of 54 missing Malaysians traced to Nepal glacial flood site, foreign minister tells Parliament

The government has urged Malaysians to uninstall Waze over concerns that users’ personal and movement data could fall under Israeli jurisdiction. — AFP pic

Malaysia / 22 Oct 2026

Govt urges Malaysians to uninstall Waze over Israeli data laws, stops short of blanket ban

Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail said the police have recorded statements from four individuals in connection with Negeri Sembilan Menteri Besar Datuk Ismail Lasim’s claim that he was forced to sign a proclamation document under duress. — Picture by Raymond Manuel

Malaysia / 22 Oct 2026

Saifuddin Nasution: Investigation paper on Negeri Sembilan MB’s coercion claims now with AGC, awaiting instructions

The Malaysian Highway Authority (LLM) is actively working to restore and upgrade the Tuju navigation app after a surge in users triggered technical disruptions, the agency said today. — Picture via Facebook/Lembaga Lebuhraya Malaysia

Malaysia / 22 Oct 2026

LLM, PCSB apologise for TuJu disruption, say actively restoring and upgrading app after user complaints

DAP MP for Bagan Lim Guan Eng has described the locally developed Tuju navigation app as a ‘national embarrassment,’ calling for accountability over its rollout as a Waze replacement. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin

Malaysia / 22 Oct 2026

Lim Guan Eng calls TuJu a ‘national embarrassment,’ says responsible parties must be held accountable

Acting Sarawak Police Commissioner DCP Saifullizan Ishak confirmed that the video circulating on social media was related to the incident. — The Borneo Post pic

Malaysia / 22 Oct 2026

Teen livestreamed alleged axe attack on Kuching teacher, acting Sarawak police chief confirms

The Tunku Putra-HELP International School in Kuching, Sarawak will station three ancillary police officers at its campus and conduct safety checks on visitors after a teacher was injured in an attack on October 21, 2026. — The Borneo Post pic

Malaysia / 22 Oct 2026

Stop the shaming, Sarawak minister urges after Kuching school attack

People ride in trishaws in Unesco heritage city, George Town (left) and a hawker fries up ‘char koay teow’ on the streets of Penang (right). — Pexels pics

Malaysia / 22 Oct 2026

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Two in three Perakians say their income is enough, but they want more jobs, Institut Darul Ridzuan study shows

Which way to go? TuJu offers a locally-developed navigation app built around Malaysian highways and traffic info

No Perikatan, no problem? Political analysts say Opposition faces a tricky Melaka campaign

TuJu app to go beyond highways and cover ordinary roads, says digital minister

Hit-and-run at 4am: Two dead near Penang Bridge interchange

Malaysia is ageing fast, but who’s in charge? Advocates call for an ‘anchor ministry’

High Court rejects bid for closed-door trial in civil suit over Bandar Utama school murder

DAP lawmaker condemns police action against lawyers over sharing of Noorizwan’s custodial death photos

Last phone pings of 54 missing Malaysians traced to Nepal glacial flood site, foreign minister tells Parliament

Govt urges Malaysians to uninstall Waze over Israeli data laws, stops short of blanket ban

Saifuddin Nasution: Investigation paper on Negeri Sembilan MB’s coercion claims now with AGC, awaiting instructions

LLM, PCSB apologise for TuJu disruption, say actively restoring and upgrading app after user complaints

Lim Guan Eng calls TuJu a ‘national embarrassment,’ says responsible parties must be held accountable

Teen livestreamed alleged axe attack on Kuching teacher, acting Sarawak police chief confirms

Stop the shaming, Sarawak minister urges after Kuching school attack

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