Archive for Malaysia

News

Two 16-year-old students at a Kuala Pilah sports school are expected to be charged with murder following the September 25, 2026 death of a 14-year-old schoolmate. — Picture by Choo Choy May

Malaysia / 07 Oct 2026

Two senior students to face murder charge tomorrow over Kuala Pilah sports school death

According to MACC sources, the suspect with the ‘Datuk Wira’ title was released on Monday (Oct 5) after his remand period ended. — Picture by Choo Choy May

Malaysia / 07 Oct 2026

Two corporate figures with 'Datuk Seri’, 'Datuk Wira’ titles out on MACC bail

In a statement today, the Higher Education Ministry (MOHE) said it was closely monitoring air quality and had directed all institutions under its purview to monitor API readings in their respective areas. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 07 Oct 2026

Higher Education Ministry says institutions given autonomy to adjust learning mode when API exceeds 201

Noraidah Lamat, 46, the 82nd witness, testified that their bond was especially close and that she was not only a mother but also a friend to her only child. — Daily Express pic

Malaysia / 07 Oct 2026

‘I was both her mother and friend’: Zara Qairina’s mother tells inquest

A motorcyclist rides through haze in Batu Pahat, Johor, on Oct 7, 2026. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 07 Oct 2026

Air quality deteriorates as 37 stations enter unhealthy bracket, Klang Valley and Johor hard hit

Negeri Sembilan Yang di-Pertuan Besar, Tuanku Muhriz Tuanku Munawir (centre) poses for a group pictures with the assemblyman during the opening of the State Legislative Assembly in Seremban on April 23, 2026. Ten of those appointed as executive council members filed a court suit on October 5, 2026 challenging their recent revocation. — Picture by Yusof Isa

Malaysia / 07 Oct 2026

Revoked excos fight back: Ten ask High Court to void Negeri Sembilan gazette

A screenshot of CCTV footage circulating on social media, purportedly showing the Genting Highlands goldsmith robbery on August 17, 2026. This image has not been independently verified.

Malaysia / 07 Oct 2026

Seven suspects: Chinese national latest held as Pahang police close in on RM1.7m Genting jewellery heist

A total of RM1.36 million in a bank account was at stake, RM360,000 was proven tainted, and roughly RM1 million was not. The Court of Appeal drew a line on how much seizure the government could take of the money linked to crime. — Pexels pic

Malaysia / 07 Oct 2026

Some money in an account is linked to crime, can govt take all of it? Court of Appeal says no

In a statement today, the ministry said the matters to be reviewed included the definitions of 3R and hate speech, jurisdictional scope, overlapping legal provisions and the effectiveness of enforcement actions under existing laws. — Unsplash pic

Malaysia / 07 Oct 2026

National Unity Ministry to study effectiveness of existing 3R, hate speech laws

Follow-up action on audits by the National Audit Department has contributed to revenue collection and repayments to the government amounting to RM920.91 million as at Sept 28, said Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Law and Institutional Reform) Datuk Seri Azalina Othman Said. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin

Malaysia / 07 Oct 2026

Azalina: Follow-up action on audits generates over RM920m in government revenue

Myanmar President Min Aung Hlaing arrived in Malaysia today for a two-day official visit. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 07 Oct 2026

Repatriation among key issues as Myanmar president arrives in Malaysia

Deputy Finance Minister Liew Chin Tong said they are part of the 1.1 million taxpayers among micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) with annual sales of RM3 million or below, who are now exempt from implementing e-Invoicing. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 07 Oct 2026

Tax-exempt taxpayers can opt to keep using e-invoices, says Liew

In their court case filed in July via judicial review, the four men had wanted the court to order the Menteri Besar to sign their April 19 declaration to “sack” Tuanku Muhriz as Negeri Sembilan ruler within seven days of the court order. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 07 Oct 2026

Disputed Undang abandon case to depose Negeri Sembilan Yamtuan, cannot refile lawsuit

EC chairman Datuk Seri Ramlan Harun said early voting had been set for November 10 and the campaign period would run for 14 days. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 07 Oct 2026

Melaka state election set for Nov 14 polling, Oct 31 nomination

Federal lawmaker Lim Guan Eng argued that many enterprises operate under binding multi-year contracts where labor costs are fixed at agreed-upon rates. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin

Malaysia / 07 Oct 2026

Budget 2027: Lim Guan Eng urges caution on foreign worker wage hikes over SME contract risks

Wangsa Sari PPR resident Jasbee Kaur, 67, speaks to Malay Mail about the planned pedestrian bridge and the facelift. — Picture by Firdaus Latif

Malaysia / 07 Oct 2026

News

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

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

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

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 senior students to face murder charge tomorrow over Kuala Pilah sports school death

Two corporate figures with 'Datuk Seri’, 'Datuk Wira’ titles out on MACC bail

Higher Education Ministry says institutions given autonomy to adjust learning mode when API exceeds 201

‘I was both her mother and friend’: Zara Qairina’s mother tells inquest

Air quality deteriorates as 37 stations enter unhealthy bracket, Klang Valley and Johor hard hit

Revoked excos fight back: Ten ask High Court to void Negeri Sembilan gazette

Seven suspects: Chinese national latest held as Pahang police close in on RM1.7m Genting jewellery heist

Some money in an account is linked to crime, can govt take all of it? Court of Appeal says no

National Unity Ministry to study effectiveness of existing 3R, hate speech laws

Azalina: Follow-up action on audits generates over RM920m in government revenue

Repatriation among key issues as Myanmar president arrives in Malaysia

Tax-exempt taxpayers can opt to keep using e-invoices, says Liew

Disputed Undang abandon case to depose Negeri Sembilan Yamtuan, cannot refile lawsuit

Melaka state election set for Nov 14 polling, Oct 31 nomination

Budget 2027: Lim Guan Eng urges caution on foreign worker wage hikes over SME contract risks

A bridge, fresh paint and ‘like Deepavali’: Wangsa Sari PPR in KL gets a makeover