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The 100 AM Daiso store in Singapore first opened in February 2018 and was one of 33 outlets around the island, and will be closing on January 4, 2026. — Social media screengrabs from 100ammall and DAISO Singapore
Singapore  / 15 h ago

Singapore shoppers lose another Japanese store as Daiso to close 100 AM outlet

Rain clouds are seen over the city centre in Kuala Lumpur, on Dec 8, 2024. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 19 h ago

MetMalaysia issues thunderstorm warning for Klang Valley, six states until 1pm

File picture of the Federal Highway, October 14, 2020 heading towards Kuala Lumpur. Works Minister Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi said the decision was taken as the proposal to upgrade the 34.59-kilometre stretch of FT2 from Kuala Lumpur to Port Klang is no longer economically viable, due to the high costs of land and asset acquisition, as well as the potential social impact should the project proceed. — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa
Malaysia  / 16 h ago

No upgrade for Federal Highway from KL-Port Klang: Govt flags sky-high costs, social impact

According to the author, DAP’s quiet on key issues—from Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi’s DNAA to Tan Sri Azam Baki’s contract extension and ongoing corruption under Madani — risks alienating Chinese voters, a lesson already seen in Sabah’s polls. — Picture by Ahmad Zamzahuri
What You Think  / 19 h ago

The end of DAP’s ‘Golden Era’? — Izmil Amri

Instagram, TikTok, Snapchat, YouTube, Facebook, Twitch, and Reddit applications are displayed on a mobile phone in this illustration on December 9, 2025. — Reuters pic
Malaysia  / 17 h ago

MCMC: WhatsApp, TikTok, Facebook, YouTube to be auto-registered under Malaysian licensing from Jan 1

A general view shows the exterior of the Seri Negara in Kuala Lumpur on December 15, 2025. — Picture by Yusof Isa
Malaysia  / 15 h ago

A symbol reborn: Historic Seri Negara reopens to public on Dec 20 after meticulous restoration

Lawyer Rajesh Nagarajan and Arun Dorasamy with the families of the victims of the Durian Tunggal police shooting giving a press conference and revealing newly obtained critical evidence in relation to the killing of the three victims at Lawyers for Liberty in Petaling Jaya, December 15, 2025. — Picture by Choo Choy May
Malaysia  / 15 h ago

Durian Tunggal shooting: Lawyers demand Melaka police chief be placed on garden leave after whistleblower challenges police timeline

Bollards line a pedestrian walkway in Kuala Lumpur, serving as safety barriers to keep vehicles off the pavement. — DBKL pic
Malaysia  / 18 h ago

Not just decor: DBKL reminds public of bollards’ crucial role in pedestrian safety

Police lead former Hong Kong media mogul Jimmy Lai away from his home after his arrest under the national security law in 2020; Lai was found guilty on December 15, 2025, of collusion and sedition. — AFP pic
World  / 18 h ago

Apple Daily founder Jimmy Lai found guilty under Hong Kong security law, faces possible life sentence

A general view of the Seri Negara in Kuala Lumpur on December 15, 2025. — Picture by Yusof Isa
Malaysia  / 17 h ago

‘Not a place for elites’: Anwar says Seri Negara must be symbol for all Malaysians

(From eighth right) Kuching South Deputy Mayor Datuk Zaiedi Suhaili, Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui Hian, and Kuching South Mayor Datuk Wee Hong Seng in a photocall with MBKS retired staff. — The Borneo Post pic 
Malaysia  / 19 h ago

Kuching ranks 13th globally, top five in Asia, as world’s retirement hotspot

Group managing director Datuk Captain Izham Ismail said the strong results achieved over the past five years have positioned MAG to pursue bolder ambitions. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin
Money  / 11 h ago

Malaysia Aviation Group unveils five-year plan to push Malaysia Airlines into Skytrax Top 10 by 2030

Mourners gather by floral tributes at the Bondi Pavillion in memory of the victims of a shooting at Bondi Beach, in Sydney on December 15, 2025. — AFP pic
Life  / 14 h ago

Misinformation spreads after Bondi attack as Sydney Christmas fireworks falsely tied to ‘Islamists’

The Inland Revenue Board has completed tax refund payments amounting to RM14.55 billion involving 3.47 million cases as of November 30, said Deputy Finance Minister Lim Hui Ying. — Picture by Hari Anggara
Malaysia  / 10 h ago

IRB disburses RM14.55b in tax refunds to 3.47 million taxpayers, says deputy finance minister

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim greets a guest during the launching of late S.M Mohamed Idris’s book at the International Institute of Advanced Islamic Studies Malaysia in Kuala Lumpur on December 15, 2025. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin
Malaysia  / 15 h ago

Anwar says Asean foreign ministers’ meeting postponed as Thai-Cambodia conflict deepens

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Money / 28 May 2025

AEON Bank One-derful Anniversary

Women stand outside a restaurant in Beijing May 25, 2025. Despite falling deposit rates, Chinese households continue to stockpile savings amid economic uncertainty. — AFP pic
Money / 28 May 2025

China cuts rates — but households just save harder

China’s Belt and Road Initiative funded ports, railways and roads across the Global South — but repayments now outweigh fresh loans. — Picture by Choo Choy May
Money / 28 May 2025

From lender to collector, China’s US$22b Belt and Road loans are coming home to roost

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Money / 27 May 2025

Oi Wah Achieves Net Profit of 55.9 million with Improved Net Interest Margin in FY2025

China’s commerce ministry will meet industry bodies and automakers including BYD and Dongfeng Motor to discuss increasing sales of ‘used cars’ that were never driven, a person with direct knowledge of the matter said. — AFP pic
Money / 27 May 2025

China regulator summons automakers over rising ‘zero-mileage’ used car sales amid industry price war

Prime Minister and Asean 2025 Chair Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim announced today that the 10-member bloc plans to launch free trade agreement negotiations with the oil-rich Gulf Cooperation Council countries. — Picture by Firdaus Latif.
Money / 27 May 2025

Anwar: Asean, GCC set to launch FTA talks, aiming for stronger trade ties

Bursa Malaysia ended lower as profit-taking in financial services counters weighed on the market, amid cautious sentiment across the regional market. — Picture by Hari Anggara.
Money / 27 May 2025

Bursa Malaysia slips as profit-taking in financial counters weighs on market

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Money / 27 May 2025

Intrepid Metals Intercepts 27.50% Copper, 10.15 gpt Gold, and 192 gpt Silver Over 0.55m in First Drill Hole of 2025 at Corral Copper

At 6pm, the local note fell to 4.2345/2430 versus the US dollar from Monday’s close of 4.2155/2220. — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa
Money / 27 May 2025

Cautious mood sends ringgit lower after brief rally

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Money / 27 May 2025

Hong Kong at Maritime Crossroads: New Studies Reveal Unprecedented Opportunity for Kickstarting the Blue Economy

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Money / 27 May 2025

Lazada Commits US$100 Million to Enhance LazAffiliate Programme and Power Creator Commerce

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Money / 27 May 2025

Hang Lung Achieves Sustainability Milestone: 80% of Mainland Portfolio Powered by Renewable Energy

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Money / 27 May 2025

Tourism Seychelles Shares Ideas for Singapore’s June Holidays — Visit Majestic Morne Blanc Trail and many other attractions

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Money / 27 May 2025

Prudential Singapore partners with IMDA to drive SMEs’ adoption of Generative AI

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Money / 27 May 2025

World's First Post-Quantum Cybersecurity ASICs: Slovak Pioneer Revolutionizes Defense Tech at DSEI Japan 2025

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Money / 27 May 2025

Shopee Study Reveals: Malaysian Shoppers Now Balance Price with Quality