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Malaysia is moving towards multi-lane fast flow, a tolling system that would eventually allow motorists to pay tolls without stopping at conventional toll plazas. — Picture by Hari Anggara

Malaysia / 14 Oct 2026

Multi-lane fast flow: What motorists need to know as Malaysia moves towards barrier-free tolling

Two separate investigation papers have been opened into allegations that a senior Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission officer received a bribe of RM350,000 from an individual in 2017. — Picture by Hari Anggara

Malaysia / 13 Oct 2026

Police: Two investigation papers opened over RM350,000 bribery claim against senior MACC officer

Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail said Myanmar refugees convicted of criminal offences must complete their sentences in Malaysia before being repatriated to their home country. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 13 Oct 2026

Myanmar refugees convicted of offences must serve sentence in Malaysia before repatriation, says Saifuddin Nasution

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said the federal and state governments must strengthen cooperation under the proposed National Covenant framework to ensure more sustainable, equitable and balanced development. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 13 Oct 2026

Anwar calls for stronger federal-state cooperation under National Covenant framework

The cross-border haze that has affected Malaysia’s air quality since August 8 is expected to gradually subside over the next two weeks as wind patterns change, Deputy Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability Minister Syed Ibrahim Syed Noh said. — Picture by Firdaus Latif

Malaysia / 13 Oct 2026

Cross-border haze to ease in two weeks as monsoon transition begins, says deputy minister

All schools in Kedah will operate as usual tomorrow, with Air Pollutant Index readings across the state remaining below 100 as of 2pm today. — Picture by Miera Zulyana

Malaysia / 13 Oct 2026

Haze: Kedah schools to operate as usual tomorrow as API readings remain moderate

Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail said the ministry will contact Japanese authorities to obtain accurate information on the arrest of Malaysians suspected of involvement in a drug case in Japan. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 13 Oct 2026

Home Ministry to seek details on five Malaysians held in Japan drug bust, says Saifuddin Nasution

A businessman was sentenced to six months’ jail by the Petaling Jaya Magistrate’s Court today for assaulting his former girlfriend, causing injuries to her eyes and body, two years ago. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 13 Oct 2026

Businessman sentenced to six months’ jail, ordered to pay RM5,000 for assaulting ex-girlfriend

Malaysia is capable of achieving its fiscal deficit target of 3.3 per cent of gross domestic product under Budget 2027, provided the assumptions underpinning the budget hold amid global economic and geopolitical uncertainties, said Datuk Seri Tengku Zafrul Abdul Aziz. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 13 Oct 2026

Budget 2027: Malaysia’s 3.3pc fiscal deficit target achievable, says Tengku Zafrul

A senior official of a government agency and a company director have been remanded for seven days for allegedly soliciting and receiving bribes totalling about RM15,000. — Picture by Choo Choy May

Malaysia / 13 Oct 2026

Senior govt agency official, company director remanded seven days in bribery probe

The Sijil Tinggi Agama Malaysia (STAM) and Malaysian University English Test (MUET) examinations in Pahang will proceed as scheduled despite the haze. — Picture by Azneal Ishak

Malaysia / 13 Oct 2026

STAM and MUET examinations in Pahang to continue as planned despite haze

A view of SK Kampung Rinching in Semenyih. Better school facilities, improved safety and a more conducive learning environment are among the key improvements the school community hopes to see from the increased allocation for education in Budget 2027. — Picture by Raymond Manuel

Malaysia / 13 Oct 2026

Teachers union: RM69b education allocation must bring real improvements to Malaysian schools

Communications Minister Datuk Seri Fahmi Fadzil speaks at the launch of the book ‘Great Wisdom of the First Malaysians’ at Angkasapuri October 13, 2026. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 13 Oct 2026

Fahmi proposes initiative to preserve speeches, writings of Malaysia’s founding leaders

A four-wheel-drive vehicle from the National Registration Department (JPN) is used to enter challenging terrain to take part in the Registration Literacy Programme in conjunction with the 78th National Registration Day celebration at the Kelantan state level in Pos Balar, Gua Musang October 13, 2026. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 13 Oct 2026

Orang Asli children should not be denied documentation over parents’ marriage records, says National Registration Dept

Police said a man’s body wrapped in cloth was found in a drain at Sama Gagah Public Market at about 7am today. — Picture by Choo Choy May

Malaysia / 13 Oct 2026

Body wrapped in cloth found in drain at Sama Gagah market in Penang

Deputy Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Law and Institutional Reform) M. Kulasegaran said the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission recorded asset freezes worth RM1.27 billion from 2022 to September this year, involving bank accounts, jewellery, immovable property and other valuables. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 13 Oct 2026

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

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)

Multi-lane fast flow: What motorists need to know as Malaysia moves towards barrier-free tolling

Police: Two investigation papers opened over RM350,000 bribery claim against senior MACC officer

Myanmar refugees convicted of offences must serve sentence in Malaysia before repatriation, says Saifuddin Nasution

Anwar calls for stronger federal-state cooperation under National Covenant framework

Cross-border haze to ease in two weeks as monsoon transition begins, says deputy minister

Haze: Kedah schools to operate as usual tomorrow as API readings remain moderate

Home Ministry to seek details on five Malaysians held in Japan drug bust, says Saifuddin Nasution

Businessman sentenced to six months’ jail, ordered to pay RM5,000 for assaulting ex-girlfriend

Budget 2027: Malaysia’s 3.3pc fiscal deficit target achievable, says Tengku Zafrul

Senior govt agency official, company director remanded seven days in bribery probe

STAM and MUET examinations in Pahang to continue as planned despite haze

Teachers union: RM69b education allocation must bring real improvements to Malaysian schools

Fahmi proposes initiative to preserve speeches, writings of Malaysia’s founding leaders

Orang Asli children should not be denied documentation over parents’ marriage records, says National Registration Dept

Body wrapped in cloth found in drain at Sama Gagah market in Penang

MACC records RM1.27b in asset freezes from 2022 to September, says deputy minister