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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  / 12 h ago

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

A screengrab of the incident from footage uploaded on TikTok.
Malaysia  / 19 h ago

No lift-off here: Helicopter on trailer snarls Subang Jaya traffic, cops investigate

The aftermath of the crane collapse at the Tanjung Bin Power Plant near Kukup, Pontian. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 14 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  / 17 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  / 16 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  / 17 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  / 16 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  / 10 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  / 15 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

MIDF Research anticipates Malaysia’s equity market will continue its positive momentum in the second half of this year (2H2024). — Picture by Hari Anggara
Money / 26 Jun 2024

MIDF Research: Malaysia’s equity market to continue positive momentum in 2H2024 

According to the Department of Statistics Malaysia, the country recorded foreign direct investment (FDI) net inflows of RM40.4 billion in 2023 from RM75.4 billion the previous year. — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa
Money / 26 Jun 2024

Stats Dept: Malaysia's FDI inflow at RM40.4b, direct investment abroad outflow at RM40.6b in 2023

The ringgit is expected to be stronger against the US dollar in the last quarter of 2024, according to Deputy Finance Minister Lim Hui Ying. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin
Money / 26 Jun 2024

Finance ministry: Ringgit expected to be stronger against US dollar in the last quarter of 2024 

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Money / 26 Jun 2024

Trend Micro #1 in Vulnerability Disclosure, Helping Prevent Breaches and Save Businesses Millions

Deputy Finance Minister Lim Hui Ying said the appropriate follow-up actions, as provided under the Financial Services Act 2013 (FSA) and the Islamic Financial Services Act 2013 (IFSA), would depend on an assessment of the root cause and impact of the disruptions from the affected institutions. — Bernama pic
Money / 26 Jun 2024

Deputy finance minister: BNM may take supervisory actions, impose penalties on banking services outages 

Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh said on Wednesday the country’s gross domestic product (GDP) growth in the second quarter will be faster than the 5.66 per cent annual growth in the first quarter. — Reuters pic
Money / 26 Jun 2024

Vietnam PM says Q2 GDP growth seen faster than Q1

 Malaysia’s air passenger traffic recorded a significant 12.2 per cent year-on-year increase to 8.0 million in May 2024, and a 0.8 per cent month-on-month rise compared to April 2024. — Picture by Hari Anggara
Money / 26 Jun 2024

Mavcom: Air passenger traffic surges 12.2pc to eight million in May 2024 

Google’s latest investment highlights Malaysia’s competitiveness, ease of doing business and growing importance as a regional hub for digital innovation, said Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz. — Bernama pic
Money / 26 Jun 2024

Tengku Zafrul: Google investment is a testament to Malaysia’s current competitiveness 

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Money / 26 Jun 2024

Generali Hong Kong Honored as Marketing Team of the Year at the 2024 Stevie® Awards

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Money / 26 Jun 2024

New Home, New Vibes: Senoko Energy Welcomes New Homeowners with special rates and housewarming gifts worth over $10,000

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Money / 26 Jun 2024

80% of professionals prepare for job change as a 'career cushioning' tactic amidst Taiwan layoffs and AI development

The dollar was firm on Wednesday and trading on the precipice of the 160 yen barrier as investors turned cautious and counted down to the release of US price data at the end of the week. — Reuters pic
Money / 26 Jun 2024

Steady dollar sends yen to the brink of 160

At 9.10am, the FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI (FBM KLCI) fell 3.62 points to 1,581.76 from Tuesday’s close of 1,585.38. The benchmark index had opened 1.01 points better at 1,586.39. — Picture by Hari Anggara
Money / 26 Jun 2024

Bursa Malaysia opens higher, reverses amid volatility 

At 9am, the ringgit was trading at 4.7065/7095 against the greenback, compared with Tuesday’s close of 4.7035/7070. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin
Money / 26 Jun 2024

Ringgit strengthens on rate hold expectations

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Money / 26 Jun 2024

Cantine CECI 1938 Presents 'For the Future Sustainability Project’

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Money / 26 Jun 2024

Country and Sector Risk Barometer – June 2024 Turbulence ahead?