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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  / 13 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  / 15 h ago

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

Despite arriving as firm favourites, Tang Jie-Ee Wei were unable to cope with the relentless pressure from the Thais, registering their first-ever defeat against their opponents after winning all three previous encounters. — AFP file pic
Sports  / 18 h ago

Shock semi-final exit for Malaysia’s top mixed doubles pair at SEA Games

In a statement today, lawyers Rajesh Nagarajan (pictured) and Sachpreetraj Singh said remarks by Melaka police chief Datuk Dzulkhairi Mukhtar regarding the marital status and alleged past criminal record of Jayashree were irrelevant and inappropriate. — Picture by Firdaus Latif
Malaysia  / 16 h ago

Lawyers say scrutiny of woman’s background clouds questions over Durian Tunggal police shooting

Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail said Special Branch is keeping the group under surveillance despite no immediate security concerns. — Picture by Raymond Manuel
Malaysia  / 17 h ago

Special Branch keeping tabs on Korean ‘cult’, no immediate security concerns detected, says home minister

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  / 12 h ago

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

The Bersatu president said all party donations are deposited into official accounts managed transparently by the treasurer-general. — Picture By Firdaus Latif
Malaysia  / 17 h ago

Muhyiddin says claim he stole Bersatu funds is unfounded

Police have advised the public to remain cautious of silent or abruptly disconnected calls, warning they may be linked to emerging scam tactics. — AFP pic
Malaysia  / 18 h ago

Beware silent calls, police caution amid fears of AI voice exploitation scams

Hsieh Yu-hsin, better known as Iris Hsieh, was found dead in a hotel bathtub on October 30 while working on a video project with Namewee. — Instagram pic
Malaysia  / 17 h ago

KL police chief: Namewee’s bail extended by another month pending toxicology report on influencer’s death

UUM said damage to the roof structure of Dewan Mu’adzam Shah was discovered following heavy rainfall. — Picture via Facebook/Universiti Utara Malaysia
Malaysia  / 19 h ago

UUM cites roof damage, safety risks over cancellation of graduation venue after Kedah MB’s criticism

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  / 14 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  / 11 h ago

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

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  / 16 h ago

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

In the December 10, 2025 incident, which occurred at about 7am on Jalan Rasah, near the Port Dickson toll plaza, two Malaysian men were seriously injured after being shot inside a Perodua Myvi they were travelling in, with the 43-year-old later dying in the hospital while the 47-year-old remains hospitalised. — Picture from Facebook/Adam Wong Jr
Malaysia  / 18 h ago

N. Sembilan police suspect secret society feud behind Jalan Rasah-Mambau car shooting

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  / 14 h ago

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

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Money / 05 Jun 2024

KPay celebrates Third Anniversary, enhances financial management efficiency with the launch of HK’s first unified Pay-In and Pay-Out Platform for SMEs

This photo illustration shows books from the popular ‘Dragon Ball’ manga series on a shelf in a store in downtown Tokyo on March 8, 2024. — AFP pic
Money / 05 Jun 2024

Japan aims to quadruple overseas market for anime, games

AMSCI's broadest index of Asia-Pacific shares outside Japan rose 0.24 per cent, while the Nikkei fell 1 per cent as the Japanese yen flirted with two-week highs. — AFP pic
Money / 05 Jun 2024

Asian stocks rise on rate-cut wagers; spotlight on India

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Money / 05 Jun 2024

Hong Kong Life launches "Care We On Health Challenge - Triple Rewards" Giving out eCoupons worth HKD30,000 to Raise People’s Health Consciousness

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Money / 05 Jun 2024

CPA Australia survey: Philippines’ small businesses rank top in growth forecast in Asia Pacific

Outbound shipments of manufactured goods including electrical and electronics (E&E), refined petroleum, chemicals, and machinery and equipment are expected to expand faster in 2H2024. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin
Money / 05 Jun 2024

MIDF Research: Outbound shipments to grow faster in 2H2024 as manufacturing sector improves

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Money / 05 Jun 2024

ST Telemedia Global Data Centres Releases 2023 ESG Report, Achieves Key Interim Environmental Targets Ahead of Schedule

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Money / 05 Jun 2024

Mezzofy raised USD 2 million Pre-series A funding round to drive market expansion and product advancement

At 9am, the ringgit strengthened to 4.6960/7020 versus the greenback from yesterday’s close of 4.7005/7030. ― Bernama pic
Money / 05 Jun 2024

Ringgit continues its upward momentum to open higher against US dollar

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Money / 05 Jun 2024

Thailand NACC Hosts Key Discussion with Foreign Chambers on Anti-Corruption Measures

At 9.10am, the FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI (FBM KLCI) rose 3.68 points to 1,619.08 from yesterday's close of 1,615.40. — Picture by Hari Anggara
Money / 05 Jun 2024

Foreign buying pushes Bursa Malaysia higher at opening

Serba Dinamik Holdings will be removed from the official list of Bursa Securities, as scheduled today, after its final appeal was dismissed by the bourse’s appeals committee. ― Picture by Yusof Mat Isa
Money / 05 Jun 2024

Serba Dinamik to be delisted from Bursa Malaysia today 

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Money / 05 Jun 2024

K11 ECOAST Wins "Mixed-Use Development of the Year-China" at Real Estate Asia Awards 2024

The yen eased 0.2 per cent to 155.27 in early trade in the Asia session, and hovered at 168.74 to the euro after making 1 per cent jump on the common currency overnight ― its largest such rise since Japan intervened in FX markets a month ago. — Reuters pic
Money / 05 Jun 2024

Dollar finds footing as traders turn to US services data

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Money / 05 Jun 2024

Coface Asia Corporate Payment Survey 2024: Overall improvement but worsening payment behaviour in textile and construction

Ford sold 190,014 vehicles last month, and 877,685 since the start of the year, a 5.6 per cent year-on-year rise. It claims to have 'outpaced' the industry and increased its market share by 0.7 percentage points in May, to 12.8 per cent. — Reuters pic
Money / 05 Jun 2024

Ford posts a May market share gain