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Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim speaks during the Christmas high-tea organised by the Christian Federation of Malaysia at the Christian Churches of Malaysia Ecumenical Center in Petaling Jaya, Selangor on December 13, 2025. — Picture by Raymond Manuel
Malaysia  / 16 h ago

BM first, English second and Chinese third: Anwar says mastering languages not a zero-sum game

The aftermath of the crane collapse at the Tanjung Bin Power Plant near Kukup, Pontian. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 18 h ago

Coal-handling crane collapse at Tanjung Bin power plant leaves two workers dead, three injured

The local streetwear and lifestyle convention LahLahLand 2025, which took place at The Mines International Exhibition and Convention Center saw over 50 local brands participating. —Pictures by Arif Zikri
Life  / 4 h ago

From Jalan Pudu to Japan: Malaysian streetwear brands making waves locally and internationally

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said Malaysia’s ability to manage diversity has strengthened international confidence and positioned it as a stabilising force in South-east Asia. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 16 h ago

Malaysia among world’s most peaceful countries despite being complex, says Anwar

Dong Zong says UEC recognition can coexist with strong Bahasa Melayu proficiency requirements under Article 152 of the Constitution. — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa
Malaysia  / 18 h ago

Dong Zong urges openness in UEC debate, cautions against zero-sum framing of language policy

Researchers at the University of Cambridge warn that cheap, disposable phone numbers can be used to bypass SMS verification and create fake social media accounts for less than 30 US cents apiece (about RM1.25). — SoyaCincau pic
Money  / 14 h ago

The cost of online fraud: Throwaway numbers make account scams almost free

2025 World Championships women’s doubles runners-up Pearly Tan and M Thinaah. — Bernama pic
Sports  / 1 h ago

Malaysia’s badminton camp falls short of four-gold target, spotlight now on doubles aces Aaron Chia-Soh Wooi Yik and Pearly Tan-Thinaah

The scene of a road accident in Maran where a driver died after his car veered off the road and struck an oil palm tree. — Picture via Facebook
Malaysia  / 19 h ago

Car splits in two after hitting oil palm tree in Maran, driver killed

Damage to a casino in Pursat Province after Thai strikes amid Cambodia-Thailand border clashes on December 13, 2025. — Agence Kampuchea Press handout pic via AFP
World  / 17 h ago

‘Our actions this morning already spoke’: Thai jets strike against Cambodia despite Trump’s ceasefire claim

Fans hurl chairs as Inter Miami and Argentina star Lionel Messi leaves Salt Lake Stadium in Kolkata, India on December 13, 2025. — AFP pic
Sports  / 17 h ago

‘GOAT Tour’ in Kolkata turns ugly as frustrated fans riot after Messi’s short stadium visit

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim speaks to reporters during the Christmas high tea reception organised by the Christian Federation of Malaysia in Petaling Jaya on December 13, 2025. — Picture by Raymond Manuel
Malaysia  / 17 h ago

Before or after Christmas? Anwar affirms Cabinet vacancies to be filled soon, but keeps date under wraps 

Aerial view of uprooted trees at an Islamic boarding school after flash floods in Aceh Tamiang, northern Sumatra, Indonesia on December 10, 2025. — AFP pic
World  / 17 h ago

Indonesia counts losses after deadly rains and landslides kill over 1,000 in Sumatra

‘Wantan mee’ with ‘char siu’ and Hakka ‘zha yuk’ at Toong Kwoon Chye. — Picture by Ethan Lau
Eat-drink  / 2 h ago

Toong Kwoon Chye Wanton Mee, Bukit Bintang: A taste of four generations of ‘wantan mee’ legacy going back over a century

Sabah Deputy Chief Minister III Datuk Ewon Benedick (centre) officiates the groundbreaking ceremony of the RM1 billion scheduled waste management facility at SOGIP. — Picture via Facebook/Ewon Benedick Official Media
Malaysia  / 18 h ago

RM1b waste management project in Sipitang to cut reliance on out-of-state facilities, says Sabah deputy CM

Rising prices have led many families to opt for more modest Christmas preparations while keeping the festive spirit alive. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 18 h ago

A thriftier Christmas: Malaysians deck the halls without breaking the bank

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Money / 21 Jun 2024

Seven in ten (77%) Singapore shoppers would be open to receiving online orders without added delivery packaging

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Money / 21 Jun 2024

SOPA Announces the winners of its 2024 Awards for Editorial Excellence

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Money / 21 Jun 2024

HDBank: Credit growth is bright spot for banking

The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 299.90 points, or 0.77 per cent, to 39,134.76, the S&P 500 lost 13.86 points, or 0.25 per cent, to 5,473.17 and the Nasdaq Composite lost 140.64 points, or 0.79 per cent, to 17,721.59. ― Reuters pic
Money / 21 Jun 2024

S&P 500 closes lower after record high, weighed by chips stocks, economic data

According to the US Treasury, no major trading partner appeared to manipulate its currency last year. — Reuters pic
Money / 21 Jun 2024

US finds no currency manipulation in 2023, Japan added to monitoring list

A view of the newly redesigned 2023 Prius unveiled by Japanese automaker Toyota prior to the start of the Los Angeles Auto Show in Los Angeles, California, US, November 16, 2022. — Reuters pic
Money / 20 Jun 2024

Electric car sales fall in Europe while hybrids rise

Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese Vice President Han Zheng attend a meeting in Harbin, China, May 17, 2024. — Sputnik/ Pool picture via Reuters
Money / 20 Jun 2024

Russia, China find payments workaround as US sanctions net widens, sources say

Nvidia jumped 3.3 per cent in early trading. — Reuters pic
Money / 20 Jun 2024

US stocks open higher, extending positive run

In a filing with Bursa Malaysia today, Genting, via its indirect unit Genting MZW Pte Ltd, proposed to acquire a 49 per cent equity interest in SDIC Jineng (ZhouShan) Gas Power Generation Co Ltd, which is developing a 2x745-megawatt gas-fired power plant in Zhoushan, for 100 million yuan. — Reuters pic
Money / 20 Jun 2024

Genting eyes US$8.5b revenue from gas-fired power plant project in China

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Money / 20 Jun 2024

Takeda earns the Best Place to Work certification in Ukraine for 2024

In a statement today, the telecommunications company believes it is well-positioned to roll out the second 5G network if need be, solely to help the government realise its ambition of having two 5G networks to drive competition and ensure the sustainability of the telecommunications ecosystem in Malaysia. — Picture by Mukhriz Hashim
Money / 20 Jun 2024

U Mobile ready to build second 5G network upon completion of share subscription agreement process with DNB

CelcomDigi Bhd said it is ready to complete the conditional share subscription agreement (SSA) to build Malaysia’s second 5G network. — Soyacincau pic
Money / 20 Jun 2024

CelcomDigi ready to complete share subscription agreement with MoF Inc and DNB

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Money / 20 Jun 2024

Melco to open Studio City Cinema on June 26

Bursa Malaysia ended lower for the fourth consecutive day — Picture by Zuraneeza Zulkifli
Money / 20 Jun 2024

Bursa Malaysia ends lower for fourth consecutive day

The ringgit ends lower against the US dollar on improved sentiment for the greenback — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin
Money / 20 Jun 2024

Ringgit retreats to end marginally lower against US dollar

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Money / 20 Jun 2024

The 2024 Haikou (Singapore) Tourism Promotion Event was successfully held