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Christmas decorations are seen in a shopping mall in Kuala Lumpur. — Picture by Raymond Manuel
Malaysia  / 5 h ago

Halal vs holidays? Umno Youth chief questions Melaka ban on Christmas decor in certified outlets (VIDEO)

MetMalaysia has issued a thunderstorm warning until 12pm today for several states and territories, including Perak, Selangor, Kuala Lumpur, Putrajaya, Negeri Sembilan, Sarawak, Sabah, and Labuan, where heavy rain, strong winds and lightning are expected. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 12 h ago

Heavy rain, strong winds and lightning: Weather warning issued for multiple states, including Perak and Selangor until 12pm today

Blogger Wan Muhammad Azri Wan Deris (Papagomo) was charged with failing to notify authorities of a change in his registered business Invoice Solutions when it was used to collect donations for settling a defamation fine connected to a case involving Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. — Picture by Firdaus Latif
Malaysia  / 8 h ago

Papagomo in court over business donations to pay for PM Anwar’s defamation penalty

The Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) building displays the Jalur Gemilang ahead in Kuala Lumpur on August 5, 2025. — Yusof Isa pic
Malaysia  / 12 h ago

So what does a Federal Territories minister do? Hannah Yeoh’s new role explained

Malaysian ringgit banknotes are pictured on June 24, 2025. — Firdaus Latif pic
Money  / 13 h ago

Malaysian ringgit strengthens against dollar, outperforms Asian peers after US inflation surprise

Seri Alam deputy police chief Superintendent G. Vikra Mathiththan Victor said the incident occurred at about 6pm on Wednesday. — Screengrab via Facebook/Alice Choong
Malaysia  / 3 h ago

Johor police arrest teen Alphard driver after he allegedly rams motorcyclist, reverses into drain (VIDEO)

Without specifying any of lawyer Tan Sri Muhammad Shafee Abdullah’s remarks, the AGC said the defence lawyer’s press statement yesterday was on issues that had already been brought up and argued at the High Court during Datuk Seri Najib Razak’s 1MDB trial. — Picture by Devan Manuel
Malaysia  / 6 h ago

Ahead of verdict next week, AGC says Najib’s fair trial claims made by lawyer in 1MDB case already argued in court

A dog and a cat were found dead in a cage at a veterinary clinic in Damansara Damai, Petaling Jaya by the Selangor DVS’ Animal Welfare inspectors while another neglected cat was rescued and is now receiving treatment at another veterinary clinic. — Picture from Facebook/Persatuan Haiwan Terbiar Malaysia - SAFM
Malaysia  / 12 h ago

Dead cat and dog found in Damansara Damai clinic, Veterinary Services investigates as complaints near 2,000

Pearly-Thinaah were stretched to the limit in the contest, battling for 81 minutes before eventually going down 15-21, 21-16, 19-21 to Yuki Fukushima–Mayu Matsumoto. — File pic via Bernama
Sports  / 6 h ago

Pearly Tan-Thinaah secure semi-final spot despite Japanese pair win

According to the tournament format, the top two pairs from each group will advance to the semi-finals scheduled for this Saturday. — Bernama file pic
Sports  / 12 h ago

Man Wei Chong–Tee Kai Wun stay in semi-final hunt at BWF World Tour Finals as Aaron Chia–Soh Wooi Yik face must-win test

Pro immigration demonstrators protest in front of the Quebec Immigration Ministry in downtown Montreal, Canada, on December 12, 2025. — AFP pic
Life  / 15 h ago

Migrants feel ‘betrayed’ after Canada’s immigration policy shift

In delivering her grounds, Judicial Commissioner Arziah Apandi said allegations that Siti Kasim had obstructed a public servant or committed kidnapping were unsupported in law, noting that Section 186 of the Penal Code requires physical obstruction or criminal force — not mere verbal disagreement or refusal to comply. — Picture by Miera Zulyana
Malaysia  / 6 h ago

High Court rules Siti Kasim’s 2018 arrest unlawful, govt to pay RM120,625 to her and RM53,750 to client

Election Commission (EC) deputy chairman Azmi Sharom said the Federal Constitution allows flexibility in drawing constituency boundaries, taking into account geography and population density, particularly in large rural areas. — Picture by Hari Anggara
Malaysia  / 11 h ago

Overcrowded Selangor, overrepresented Sabah: EC flags voting imbalance

In a statement today, Bukit Gelugor MP and DAP National Legal Bureau chairman Ramkarpal Singh said the recent conclusions of the Independent Investigation Committee (IIC) raised serious concerns, noting that several parties implicated had failed to cooperate with the inquiry. — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa
Malaysia  / 8 h ago

‘No stone unturned’: DAP’s Ramkarpal calls for police probe into heritage players’ birth certificates

A majestic Christmas tree lights up the exterior of Suria KLCC. — Picture by Raymond Manuel
Malaysia  / 15 h ago

Why Malaysian Christians put up Christmas trees: More than decoration, a symbol of togetherness

Bursa Malaysia is set for gains after Bank Negara Malaysia reported the economy grew 4.4 per cent in the second quarter and the first half of 2025, an analyst said today. — Picture from X/Bernama
Money / 15 Aug 2025

Bursa Malaysia set for rebound after stronger-than-expected Q2 GDP growth

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Money / 15 Aug 2025

BJAK 8.8 Mega Giveaway Awards RM500,000 In Prizes, Including A BYD Seal Electric Car

BNM governor Datuk Seri Abdul Rasheed Ghaffour said the central bank views tokenisation as a promising innovation in the financial sector with potential implications beyond capital markets. — Bernama pic
Money / 15 Aug 2025

Bank Negara to issue open finance draft soon, eyes policy rollout next year, says governor

The ringgit gained 5.1 per cent against the US dollar in 2Q 2025, boosted by the greenback’s weakness amid slower US growth prospects, trade policy uncertainty and fiscal concerns, said BNM governor Datuk Seri Abdul Rasheed Ghaffour. ― Bernama pic
Money / 15 Aug 2025

Bank Negara: Ringgit jumps 5.1pc against US dollar in 2Q 2025 on greenback weakness 

A screen displays the S&P 500 after the closing bell on the floor at the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) in New York City, August 14, 2025. — Reuters pic
Money / 15 Aug 2025

US stocks close mixed on hot wholesale inflation

Air Canada flight attendants, represented by the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE) hold a picket at one of four airports to highlight their pay demands in contract negotiations with Canada’s largest airline, outside Toronto Pearson International Airport in Mississauga, Ontario, Canada August 11, 2025. — Reuters pic
Money / 15 Aug 2025

Air Canada begins flight cancellations as 10,000 flight attendants threaten weekend strike

At 9.05am, the FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI (FBM KLCI) inched down 0.51 of a point to 1,580.54 from yesterday’s close of 1,581.05. — Picture by Hari Anggara
Money / 15 Aug 2025

Bursa opens lower, traders adopt wait-and-see approach ahead of 2Q GDP announcement

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Money / 15 Aug 2025

ASMALLWORLD Launches New Membership Tier and New Global Strategic Airline Partner

Pedestrians pass an MRAP (Mine Resistant Ambush Protected Vehicles) combat vehicle deployed by the Washington DC National Guard outside Union Station on August 14, 2025 in Washington, DC. — Win McNamee/Getty Images pic via AFP
Money / 15 Aug 2025

National Guard troops fully deployed in Washington for Trump-ordered security mission, says Pentagon

At 8am, the local note depreciated to 4.2100/2210 from Thursday’s close of 4.2090/2145. — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa
Money / 15 Aug 2025

Ringgit slips against US dollar ahead of Q2 GDP data, stronger greenback

A chef fries pigeons in hot oil in a metal fryer at a setup of stalls selling food to passersby next to Beiyuan Grand Hotel in Beijing August 11, 2025. — Reuters pic
Money / 15 Aug 2025

‘Survival is the most important thing’: Chinese hotels turn to hawking food as guests tighten belts

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Money / 14 Aug 2025

Gorilla Technology Doubles Revenue in First Half of 2025 Amid International Expansion

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Money / 14 Aug 2025

Viscount Mining's Passiflora Discovery Drill Hole Intersects Robust Copper-Gold Porphyry System Over Entire 843.9 Metre Interval

Bursa Malaysia pulled back from a seven-day winning streak to close lower today due to profit-taking in line with the downbeat regional market performance. — Picture by Razak Ghazali
Money / 14 Aug 2025

Bursa Malaysia pulls back from seven-day winning streak as profit-taking drags market lower

The ringgit closed lower today, snapping three consecutive days of gains as profit-taking emerged, with traders opting to lock in earlier gains. — Picture by Shafwan Zaidon
Money / 14 Aug 2025

Ringgit slips as profit-taking emerges, ending three-day rally

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Money / 14 Aug 2025

PRCA Thailand Conference Reveals Nine in Ten Thais Want Transparency as AI Use Explodes