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Datuk Johan Mahmood Merican says improved servers and 8,000-plus retailers will prevent a repeat of congestion seen during the first rollout of the RM100 Sara aid programme. — Picture by Yusof Isa
Malaysia  / 13 h ago

Government upgrades servers for next Sara aid round, expands retailer list to over 8,000 shops

Pearly Tan and M Thinaah during the women’s doubles final at the 2025 Thailand Open badminton tournament in Bangkok on May 18, 2025. — AFP pic
Sports  / 7 h ago

Malaysia power into SEA Games semis to lock in women’s badminton medal

This is not ‘sang har mee’; instead, it is braised ‘sang har sang mein’, and it is the signature dish at Wong Kok Seafood Restaurant in Ipoh. — Picture by Ethan Lau
Eat-drink  / 15 h ago

At Wong Kok Seafood Restaurant in Ipoh, the unique braised ‘sang har mee’ and cold tofu are the stars

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim speaks beside Deputy Prime Ministers Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi and Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof in a townhall session during the ‘Rancakkan Madani’ programmer, Dataran Putrajaya December 7, 2025. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 10 h ago

Anwar gives all ministers thumbs up in surprise midterm review, says no weak links

Continuous rain is expected overnight in Johor, involving the districts of Segamat, Kluang, Mersing, Kulai, Kota Tinggi and Johor Bahru from December 7 to 8, 2025. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 5 h ago

MetMalaysia warns of non-stop heavy rains overnight in Johor and Sarawak 

MCA president Datuk Seri Wee Ka Siong said that if Barisan Nasional’s component parties continue working with DAP and Pakatan Harapan in the next general election, his party will chart its own path. — Picture by Ahmad Zamzahuri
Malaysia  / 11 h ago

MCA says ‘good luck’ to BN if allies team up with Pakatan, DAP again in next GE

The Small and Medium Enterprises Association of Malaysia welcomed the exemption of businesses earning below RM1 million from e-invoicing in 2026, saying it gives small firms vital breathing space to stabilise and upgrade. — Picture by Firdaus Latif
Malaysia  / 12 h ago

SME group welcomes e-invoicing exemption for sub-RM1m firms, says 200,000 to benefit

Police said the woman’s hair was also cut during the incident, prompting her to flee the house and seek help from nearby neighbours before she was rescued. — Picture by Ahmad Zamzahuri
Malaysia  / 7 h ago

Domestic worker’s nightmare: Malaysian woman burnt, stabbed and punched by employer in Rawang flees to neighbours; cops investigating

One of the undocumented migrants is seen with hands and legs cuffed among those detained during a joint operation in Selayang Baru, Kuala Lumpur, last night. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 12 h ago

Authorities detain 843 undocumented migrants in Selayang Baru raid after community complaints

Subang Jaya police chief ACP Wan Azlan Wan Mamat said the boys were picked up in Bukit Lanchong, Shah Alam, yesterday. — Screengrab via Facebook/Info Kemalangan & Bencana Malaysia
Malaysia  / 13 h ago

Two teens arrested over viral ‘basikal lajak’ stunt at Putra Heights traffic light

A bank employee helped prevent a customer from losing more than S$200,000 to scammers after intervening during a tense encounter at a DBS branch late last year.  — Reuters pic
Singapore  / 9 h ago

Singapore bank employee foils S$200,000 scam attempt as victim almost hands cash to criminals

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim visits the family of the late Datuk Seri Bung Moktar Radin at their home in Damai, Kota Kinabalu December 6, 2025. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 15 h ago

Anwar visits Bung Moktar’s family, calls late Sabah leader ‘a great loss to the nation’

Transport Minister Anthony Loke said the proposal to reduce parking bays at new projects near public transit hubs could encourage residents to use public buses and trains and lower housing prices for home buyers at the same time. — File picture by Hari Anggara
Malaysia  / 5 h ago

Less parking, more savings? New homes near LRT, MRT could have fewer bays, says transport minister

Leong Jun Hao leads Malaysia to the SEA Games badminton semi-finals after beating the Philippines’ Jewel Angelo Albo 21-17, 21-18 in the men’s singles on December 7, 2025. — AFP pic
Sports  / 3 h ago

Malaysia secures semi-final spots in SEA Games badminton

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim (second from right) presents the People’s Welfare Insurance Scheme (SIKR) 3.0 to a recipient representative at the closing ceremony of the ‘Rancakkan Madani Bersama Malaysiaku programme’ at Dataran Putrajaya on December 7, 2025, accompanied by Deputy Prime Ministers Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi (centre) and Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof (right), and Chief Secretary to the Government Tan Sri Shamsul Azri Abu Bakar (left). — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 6 h ago

New govt-paid insurance scheme raises payouts for death and disability; up to RM26,500 for Malaysia’s poorest families

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Money / 16 Jan 2025

Chaoyang District of Beijing Strives to Build a World-Class Waterfront Economic Zone

At 6pm, the ringgit depreciated to 4.5005/5050 against the greenback from Wednesday’s close of 4.4970/5010. — Reuters pic
Money / 16 Jan 2025

Ringgit weakens against US dollar amid forex market uncertainty

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Money / 16 Jan 2025

Empowering Cambodia’s Next Leaders: Chen Zhi Scholarship Applications Now Open for 2025

Rafizi said that the Ministry of Economy would continue to focus on two key areas to improve the economic structure: enhancing supply chain efficiency and addressing price transparency issues. — Picture by Firdaus Latif
Money / 16 Jan 2025

Rafizi: RDCI overhaul in the works for a more competitive Malaysia 

The agreement was inked by CAAM chief executive officer Datuk Capt Norazman Mahmud and AEROTHAI executive vice-president and chief operation officer Sunun Nimfuk today. — Picture by Miera Zulyana
Money / 16 Jan 2025

CAAM, AEROTHAI sign agreement to optimise air traffic management

With a GDV close to RM 700 million, Maris is freehold and offers 516 furnished serviced residences within a 49-storey tower. — Artist’s impression courtesy of Eastern & Oriental Bhd
Money / 16 Jan 2025

E&O Bhd to develop RM700m GDV waterfront residence on Penang’s Andaman Island

Lower palm oil imports by the world’s biggest buyer of vegetable oils could weigh on benchmark Malaysian palm oil prices, but support US soy oil futures. — Picture by Ahmad Zamzahuri
Money / 16 Jan 2025

India’s palm oil imports dive as refining margins bite, Malaysian prices may suffer

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Money / 16 Jan 2025

Global finance leaders set tone for 2025 at the Asian Financial Forum

Asean-BAC Malaysia chairman Tan Sri Nazir Razak emphasised the significance of the ABE framework, which calls on Asean governments to create a new business category that grants selected companies greater operational flexibility within the region. — Bernama pic
Money / 16 Jan 2025

Asean Business Advisory Council unveils 12 initiatives to drive regional growth, collaboration

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Money / 16 Jan 2025

Make Your Moment: OPPO Announces Lamine Yamal as Global Brand Ambassador

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Money / 16 Jan 2025

DHL refashions retired DHL courier uniforms for a charitable cause

Digital Minister Gobind Singh Deo stated that the Asean DEFA represents a significant step forward for the region, and Malaysia is dedicated to ensuring the negotiations are concluded successfully. — Bernama pic
Money / 16 Jan 2025

Malaysia pushes for digital economy breakthrough as Asean targets US$2t by 2030

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Money / 16 Jan 2025

Hong Kong’s Flagship Financial Forum Guests Enjoy City’s Multi-Faceted Appeal with Tourism Board

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Money / 16 Jan 2025

HKPC "ForeSight 2025" Explores Economic Future and Champions Sustainable Development in Hong Kong

The company said net profit for the three months to December hit NT$374.7 billion (RM51.3 billion), up 57 per cent year-on-year. — Reuters pic
Money / 16 Jan 2025

TSMC scores big with 57pc Q4 profit surge, riding high on AI demand

Ontario Premier Doug Ford, wearing a ‘Canada is not for sale’ hat, speaks to journalists before a provincial and territorial leaders meeting in Ottawa January 15, 2025. — Reuters pic
Money / 16 Jan 2025

Maple syrup vs orange juice? Canada prepares C$150b counterpunch for Trump’s trade threats