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File picture of a man working from the comfort of home during phase three of the movement control order in Shah Alam April 15, 2020. The government today announced the implementation of work-from-home (WFH) arrangements for the public sector and government-linked companies (GLCs) effective April 15 as a proactive measure to address the global energy crisis. — Picture by Miera Zulyana
Malaysia  / 16 h ago

Anwar announces WFH for public sector and GLCs from April 15 to ease energy strain

Lorries are seen on the Federal Highway in this file picture dated January 2, 2025. — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa
Malaysia  / 6 h ago

We cannot hold: Truckers warn of rising costs, halted projects as diesel surge

Kim Na Eun (centre) with her parents and two younger siblings during her Form 5 graduation ceremony last year. — The Borneo Post pic
Malaysia  / 2 h ago

First South Korean in Malaysia to ace SPM: Kim Na Eun scores 10 A+ including BM

Nor Nadia Abdul Majid (right), wife of the late Amirul Hafiz Omar, 33, during a press conference at the Court compound in Klang, April 1, 2026. — Bernama pic
What You Think  / 18 h ago

What we owe Amirul and his family — Michelle Liu and Jia Vern Tham

The government has refrained from fully floating retail prices at the pump for three consecutive weeks following the outbreak of the crisis in West Asia. Instead, it continues to absorb a substantial portion of subsidy costs for petrol and diesel.. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin
Malaysia  / 18 h ago

Finance Ministry: Fuel subsidies maintained but BUDI95 quota reduced to 200 litres, as unsubsidised diesel breaches RM6 mark

Transport Minister Anthony Loke paid a visit to the family of the late Amirul Hafiz Omar. — Picture via Facebook/Anthony Loke Siew Fook
Malaysia  / 3 h ago

Anthony Loke visits grieving widow, offers comfort and support after tragic crash in Klang

US President Donald Trump delivers an address to the nation about the Iran war at the White House in Washington, D.C. April 1, 2026. — Alex Brandon/Pool/Reuters pic
World  / 4 h ago

In speech, Trump says Iran is ‘really no longer ⁠a ⁠threat’

Social Welfare Department tape blocks off a gate at the entrance to a care home in Subang Jaya September 12, 2024. — AFP pic
Malaysia  / 4 h ago

Unlicensed, unregistered, unchecked: The Selangor children’s home where boys were allegedly abused for 10 years

Police officers look at a building of the North Sumatra's National Sports Committee of Indonesia (KONI) damaged following a severe 7.4-magnitude offshore quake in Manado, North Sulawesi on April 2, 2026. — AFP pic
World  / 4 h ago

Magnitude 7.4 Molucca Sea earthquake in Indonesia triggers tsunami alerts for Malaysia and the Philippines

An undated illustrative image shows detainees in handcuffs. — Picture by Raymond Manuel
Malaysia  / 4 h ago

Army corporal arrested after seven soldiers assaulted at Bentong camp; one in ICU

Smoke rises from the site of a strike in Tehran on April 1, 2026. An AFP journalist reported several huge explosions in the west of the Iranian capital Tehran on April 1 afternoon. — AFP pic
World  / 4 h ago

Latest in Middle East conflict: Trump to address nation, Iran calls US demands ‘irrational’, Iranian foreign minister wounded in strike

The sources told Bernama that the suspect is believed to have submitted false claims for travel, transport, accounting fees, the purchase of generators and diesel, credit card payments, as well as claims for entertaining, property and personal protective equipment, petty cash, miscellaneous expenses, landscaping work, and salaries. — Picture by Yusof Isa
Malaysia  / 18 h ago

Who’s counting? MACC detains man after racking up RM4m in alleged fraudulent claims

A combination photo shows two individuals being questioned over a fake news incident. — MCMC pic
Malaysia  / 3 h ago

Fake news, real trouble: MCMC tracks down five users behind TV3-style fuel price hoax

Muar MP Syed Saddiq shared a video of his proposal to actress-singer Bella Astillah atop Mount Kinabalu. — Facebook screenshot
Malaysia  / 3 h ago

Peak romance: Why Syed Saddiq’s proposal left Bella Astillah breathless at 4,000 metres

The Johor Immigration Department detained four Chinese nationals for using fake passports and overstaying in the country. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 4 h ago

Johor immigration swoops on luxury apartment, detains Chinese nationals with fake Mexican passport

Linda Buang, deputy director-general of the Malaysian Pineapple Industry Board, said the 13th Malaysia Plan will shift the industry’s focus from research to large-scale commercialisation of high-value pineapple products. — AFP pic
Money / 21 Dec 2025

Malaysia bets on downstream innovation to unlock pineapple industry’s next phase

Kevin Lee, country head and chief executive officer of Razorpay Curlec Sdn Bhd, says Malaysia’s digital payments market is entering a phase defined by integration, scale and cross-border capability. — Picture via Facebook/Razorpay Curlec
Money / 21 Dec 2025

As Malaysia’s fintech market grows up, Razorpay Curlec shifts focus to depth and scale

Bursa Malaysia rebounded towards year-end in 2025, supported by attractive valuations, steady IPO activity and easing global pressures. — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa
Money / 21 Dec 2025

A volatile year, a steady finish: Bursa Malaysia in 2025

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Money / 21 Dec 2025

SIM Graduates Demonstrate Strong Employment Outcomes in High-Demand Sectors

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Money / 20 Dec 2025

SIM Career Fairs: Connecting Talent with Top Employers

Google has advised some employees on US visas to avoid international travel due to delays at embassies, Business Insider reported yesterday, citing an internal email. — Reuters pic
Money / 20 Dec 2025

Business Insider: Google warns staff with US visas against international travel amid embassy delays of up to 12 months

A Spanish consumer rights association yesterday said it had launched preliminary legal action against Google for allegedly collecting sensitive personal data and violating their right to privacy. — Reuters pic
Money / 20 Dec 2025

Spanish consumer group moves to sue Google over alleged privacy violations affecting 37 million users

IMF’s assessment of Malaysia’s economic performance reflects the nation’s prudent fiscal management, strong domestic demand, and commitment to structural reforms under the Madani Economy framework. — Picture by Yusof Isa
Money / 20 Dec 2025

IMF notes Malaysia’s prudent fiscal management, commitment to reforms under Madani Economy, says Amir Hamzah

The ringgit is expected to experience profit-taking next week, hovering between RM4.07 and RM4.09 against the US dollar after hitting a near six-year high yesterday. — Picture By Choo Choy May
Money / 20 Dec 2025

Ringgit poised for profit-taking after hitting near six-year high against US dollar

Bursa Malaysia is likely to consolidate its recent gains and trade within a narrow range next week as investors unwind tactical positions after this week’s strong performance. — Picture by Hari Anggara
Money / 20 Dec 2025

Bursa Malaysia likely to consolidate gains, trade in narrow range next week after 15-month high

A French court yesterday rejected the state’s request to suspend Shein’s site in France as ‘disproportionate’ after the Asian e-commerce giant removed illicit products sold on its platform. — AFP pic
Money / 20 Dec 2025

Shein avoids suspension in France as court rules request ‘disproportionate’

Elon Musk’s 2018 pay package from Tesla, once worth US$56 billion, was restored by the Delaware Supreme Court yesterday, nearly two years after a lower court struck down the compensation deal as ‘unfathomable.’ — Reuters pic
Money / 20 Dec 2025

Musk wins appeal as Delaware Supreme Court restores 2018 Tesla pay package worth US$139b

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Money / 20 Dec 2025

SIM Introduces CareerSense, an AI-Based Career Guidance Platform for Students

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Money / 19 Dec 2025

Gennaker offshore wind farm obtains construction and operations permit

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Money / 19 Dec 2025

TVB ESG Awards 2025 Presentation Ceremony

The ringgit strengthened to the 4.07 level against the US dollar at Friday’s close, its strongest in nearly six years, following softer-than-expected US inflation data. — Reuters pic
Money / 19 Dec 2025

Ringgit rises against US dollar and Asean peers, strongest since 2020, closing at 4.07