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Unsold residential properties continue to build up across Malaysia as financing difficulties and cautious buyers weigh on the property market, according to a survey by the Real Estate and Housing Developers’ Association (Rehda). —Picture by Sayuti Zainudin

Malaysia / 12 h ago

Malaysia’s property sector faces growing unsold units as financing challenges and high prices weigh on sales

Malaysia / 13 h ago

MOHE urges dialogue over Universiti Malaya logo dispute, says legal action should be last resort

An American KC-135 aerial refuelling aircraft crashed in western Iraq while a second plane involved in the incident landed safely, the US military said on March 12, 2026. — AFP pic

World / 16 h ago

US refuelling plane crashes in Iraq as Iran claims allied group shot it down

Former Chief Judge of Malaya and the first woman to hold the position, Tan Sri Siti Norma Yaakob, passed away at the age of 85 at KPJ Ampang Puteri Specialist Hospital this afternoon. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 8 h ago

First female Chief Judge of Malaya, Siti Norma Yaakob, dies at 85

This file picture shows the Mutiara LRT Line construction project at the Bandar Sri Pinang project site in George Town, Penang, January 10, 2025. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 12 h ago

Penang’s LRT Mutiara Line to feature eight-minute cross-sea rail link between island and mainland

‘Dakhanmari’ is a Korean whole chicken hot pot dish centred around a concentrated chicken broth, and a whole chicken, naturally. — Picture by Ethan Lau

Eat-drink / 16 h ago

At Solaris Mont Kiara’s Dongdaemun Dakhanmari, a ‘healthy’ Korean whole chicken hot pot surpasses expectations

An assessment of the short-, medium- and long-term impact of the West Asia conflict on the country will be discussed at the Special Cabinet Meeting tomorrow, said Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 16 h ago

Special Cabinet meeting today to assess short, medium and long-term fallout from West Asia crisis

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has confirmed that all Malaysian pilgrims staying at the Mira Ajyad Hotel in Mecca are safe after a fire broke out at the premises yesterday evening. — Picture via social media

Malaysia / 9 h ago

Foreign Ministry confirms 70 Malaysian pilgrims safe after blaze at Mira Ajyad Hotel in Mecca

A schoolgirl holds up a poster of Iran’s new supreme leader Mojtaba Khamenei during an anti-US and Israel demonstration in Baghdad March 12, 2026. — AFP pic

World / 16 h ago

Iran supreme leader says vengeance is priority ‘until fully achieved’

The ringgit traded mixed early Friday, weakening against the US dollar as investors adopted a cautious, risk-off stance amid escalating tensions in West Asia. — Picture by Firdaus Latif

Money / 16 h ago

Ringgit steady against Asian currencies but slips versus US dollar

IJM Corporation’s board has urged shareholders to reject Sunway Bhd’s takeover offer after an independent adviser said the bid undervalues the company’s shares. — Picture courtesy of IJM Corporation

Money / 9 h ago

IJM board urges shareholders to reject Sunway takeover bid after independent adviser calls offer ‘not fair’

A man on a motorcycle looks at a large billboard featuring Iran’s new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei, and late Supreme Leaders Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini, amid the US-Israeli conflict with Iran, in Tehran March 12, 2026. — Reuters pic

World / 12 h ago

Trump says he thinks Iran’s new supreme leader is ‘alive in some form’ but ‘damaged’

The savings measures announced by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim amid global economic uncertainty reflect the Madani Government’s commitment to prioritising public welfare, said Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Federal Territories) Hannah Yeoh. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 15 h ago

Hannah Yeoh says Anwar’s savings directive shows Madani govt commitment to prioritising public welfare

Trump made the remarks as the conflict between Iran, the United States and Israel entered its second week. — AFP pic

World / 7 h ago

Trump claims Iran is ‘about to surrender’ in call with G7 leaders, report says

Malaysians looking to buy homes are increasingly struggling to secure financing, with developers reporting loan rejection rates of up to 45 per cent for certain property price segments. — Picture by Yusof Isa

Malaysia / 12 h ago

Financing hurdles bite hard as Malaysians face rising loan rejections, slowing property sales, Rehda warns

Money

5 h ago

Malaysia scores dairy first with bulk milk export to Singapore

This marks the first time Malaysia has exported locally produced bulk fresh milk, highlighting F&N AgriValley’s role in the country’s growing capacity for large-scale dairy farming and supporting efforts to boost domestic food production. — Reuters pic

SEREMBAN, March 13 — In a new era for the Malaysian dairy industry, Fraser & Neave Holdings Bhd (F&NHB) has officially flagged off its inaugural bulk fresh milk export from F&N AgriValley in Gemas to Singapore. This milestone represents a historic achievement for both F&N AgriValley and Malaysia, marking the country’s...

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In a statement posted on X, Mida said that InvestKL, established to attract multinational corporations to Greater Kuala Lumpur, will cease independent operations upon its absorption. — Picture from X/Bernama

Money / 5 h ago

Mida to assume InvestKL’s investment promotion functions from March 15

At 6pm, the local currency eased to 3.9365/9410 against the greenback from Thursday’s close of 3.9240/9280. — Picture by Choo Choy May

Money / 6 h ago

Ringgit edges up versus regional currencies, slips slightly against US dollar amid Middle East tensions

Mida chairman Datuk Seri Tengku Zafrul Abdul Aziz said that for Malaysia, the impact is mixed because the country would earn additional revenue from the oil sector but at the same time must bear high subsidy costs. — Picture by Firdaus Latif

Money / 6 h ago

Tengku Zafrul: Rising oil prices bring mixed impact for Malaysia, not just windfall for producers (VIDEO)

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At 5pm, the FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI (FBM KLCI) slid 12.16 points or 0.71 per cent to 1,698.85 from yesterday’s close of 1,711.01. — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa

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Bursa Malaysia slips below 1,700 as global tensions weigh on equities

Bursa Malaysia said its securities and derivatives markets will resume trading on March 23 or March 24, depending on when the Hari Raya Aidilfitri public holidays fall. — Picture by Raymond Manuel

7 h ago

Bursa Malaysia, subsidiaries to close in conjunction with Hari Raya Aidilfitri

Steam is emitted from an oil refinery in Yokohama, south of Tokyo in this file picture dated January 26, 2011. US officials aim to secure a flurry of deals to boost American energy exports and diversify critical mineral supplies at talks with Asian counterparts in Japan this weekend, as the Iran war pushes up oil and gas prices. — Reuters pic

7 h ago

Trump’s energy council seeks US$30b in deals at Japan talks amid oil surge

BSN’s MyFirstHome-i and MyHome-i schemes offer more flexible documentation requirements for gig economy workers and government contract staff. — Picture by Raymond Manuel

7 h ago

BSN expands first-time home financing scheme to gig workers, govt contract staff

Currency dealers monitor exchange rates as an electronic screen (top) shows South Korea’s benchmark stock index (Kospi) in Seoul March 13, 2026. — AFP pic

8 h ago

Oil holds above US$100, stocks fall as Hormuz threat rattles global markets

IJM Corporation’s board has urged shareholders to reject Sunway Bhd’s takeover offer after an independent adviser said the bid undervalues the company’s shares. — Picture courtesy of IJM Corporation

9 h ago

IJM board urges shareholders to reject Sunway takeover bid after independent adviser calls offer ‘not fair’

Former SriLankan Airlines chief Kapila Chandrasena has been arrested in a corruption probe linked to an Airbus aircraft deal. — AFP pic

9 h ago

Sri Lanka detains ex-airline chief over Airbus kickback routed through Singapore and Brunei

Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan speaks at a press conference after a special Cabinet meeting in Putrajaya March 13, 2026. — Bernama pic

11 h ago

Malaysia’s strong 2025 growth to sustain economic momentum this year, says Amir Hamzah

The benchmark FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI fell in line with weaker regional markets amid surging crude oil prices. — Picture by Ahmad Zamzahuri

11 h ago

Bursa Malaysia dips below 1,700 at midday as oil surge dents sentiment

Batik Air chief executive officer Chandran Rama Muthy said fare adjustments aim to offset rising fuel costs while remaining competitive. — Bernama pic

11 h ago

Batik Air adjusts fuel surcharges on selected routes amid rising jet fuel prices

Australia’s energy minister Chris Bowen has warned fuel retailers against price gouging as petrol prices surge. — Reuters pic

12 h ago

Australia minister warns against ‘dangerous’ price gouging of fuel

Penang Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow said collaboration between multinational firms and local companies is key to strengthening the semiconductor supply chain. — Picture via Facebook/ChowKonYeow

12 h ago

Penang allocates RM40m land for semiconductor ATE campus

Malaysia Aviation Group said fare reviews are part of efforts to manage operational costs while maintaining connectivity. — Picture by Saw Siow Feng

13 h ago

Malaysia Aviation Group monitoring airfares and fuel surcharges as oil climbs above US$100

The US Trade Representative’s office has launched investigations into 60 economies over alleged failures to curb forced labour in supply chains. — AFP file pic

13 h ago

US opens unfair trade practices probe of 60 countries over forced labour

The dollar index reached the highest level since November, thanks in part to its safe-haven appeal, but also because the United States is a net energy exporter. — Reuters pic

14 h ago

US dollar poised for second weekly gain with no end in sight for Iran war

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