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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  / 14 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  / 13 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  / 12 h ago

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

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  / 10 h ago

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

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  / 17 h ago

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

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  / 7 h ago

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

Sultan of Perak Sultan Nazrin Shah and Raja Permaisuri Perak Tuanku Zara Salim at Istana Iskandariah, Kuala Kangsar November 15, 2026. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 12 h ago

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

France’s President Emmanuel Macron waves during a welcoming ceremony in Phnom Penh on November 14, 2026. — AFP pic
Malaysia  / 12 h ago

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

Pakatan Harapan candidate Kerk Chee Yee, 34. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 15 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  / 14 h ago

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

Malaysia  / 7 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  / 9 h ago

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

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  / 6 h ago

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

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  / 9 h ago

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

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  / 11 h ago

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

Sarawak state leaders press for clear grant formula. — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa
Malaysia / 16 Oct 2026

Sarawak says RM1.5b interim grant not final, pushes for clear constitutional formula

Two sisters were killed after being trapped in a fire that destroyed two adjoining double-storey houses in Kampung Koh, near Sitiawan, today. — Bernama pic/Perak Fire and Rescue Department handout
Malaysia / 16 Oct 2026

Sitiawan fire claims lives of two teenage sisters, homes and vehicles gutted in morning inferno

Jais director Datuk Mohd Shahzihan Ahmad said the arrests were made at about 6pm over suspected offences under Section 29 of the Syariah Criminal Offences (Selangor) Enactment 1995. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 16 Oct 2026

Jais confirms two arrests in alleged khalwat case involving public figure

Debate on the Supply (Budget) Bill 2027 was the main focus of the Dewan Rakyat in the second week of the Third Meeting of the Fifth Session of the 15th Parliament. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 16 Oct 2026

Budget 2027 debate dominates Dewan Rakyat as MPs tackle haze, health and school safety

The sun partially obscured by haze over Kuala Lumpur October 15, 2026. — Picture by Firdaus Latif
Malaysia / 16 Oct 2026

Johor’s Pasir Gudang records API 207, highest nationwide as 30 areas hit unhealthy levels

Several journals linked to the Zara Qairina Mahathir inquest were found to contain handwritten entries by more than one person, the Coroner’s Court heard today. — Picture via Facebook
Malaysia / 16 Oct 2026

Coroner’s Court sets Jan 15, 2027 for verdict in Zara Qairina inquest

Deputy Minister of Public Health, Housing and Local Government Datuk Michael Tiang said alternative healthcare delivery methods would be used temporarily. — The Borneo Post pic
Malaysia / 16 Oct 2026

Sarawak formulates proposals to improve Flying Doctor Service, strengthen Medevac and rural health delivery

DAP Padungan assemblyman Chong Chieng Jen suspended for remainder of Sarawak State Legislative Assembly sitting. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 16 Oct 2026

Sarawak state assembly suspends DAP’s Chong Chieng Jen over offensive language, unverified claims in Budget debate

Segamat district police chief Superintendent Mohd Jumazanzahir Chek Ismail said preliminary investigations found that the incident occurred after the victim confronted the suspect for allegedly making a commotion outside the premises. — Picture by Ahmad Zamzahuri
Malaysia / 16 Oct 2026

Man with 33 criminal, drug records arrested over glue tin attack on elderly man in Segamat

Bagan MP Lim Guan Eng says the current haze crisis stems from worsening forest and land fires in Indonesia. — Picture by Firdaus Latif
Malaysia / 16 Oct 2026

MPs demand tougher Asean haze response, call for disaster fund and stricter enforcement

A security guard seen on routine patrol following temporary school closure due to haze in Seremban Oct 9, 2026. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 16 Oct 2026

School assessment postponed as haze sparks MOE move to prioritise student health and safety

Rapid KL added that it will continue to work with the Royal Malaysia Police to assist in the investigation and prevent similar incidents from recurring. — Bernama file pic
Malaysia / 16 Oct 2026

Rapid KL: Cable theft attempt halts power on Kajang Line for an hour, police report lodged

File picture of school students wearing face masks amid haze conditions in Kuala Lumpur. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 16 Oct 2026

MOH says mask up, avoid outdoor activity as haze blankets Malaysia with unhealthy air

Norhazwani Ibrahim the youngest of nine siblings was described as a cheerful person who rarely shared her problems with the family. — Picture via Facebook
Malaysia / 16 Oct 2026

AKPS officer allegedly killed by husband was in divorce proceedings, says brother

Pending assemblywoman Violet Yong believes the next Sarawak election will be held either on December 12 or December 19, this year. — The Borneo Post pic
Malaysia / 16 Oct 2026

Pending assemblyman hints Sarawak election may fall on Dec 12 or Dec 19

City police chief Datuk Fadil Marsus said the alleged offences took place at the suspect’s home, which was also used as a tuition centre. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 16 Oct 2026

Tuition teacher held over alleged sexual offences involving five male students in Bukit Jalil