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Economy Minister Akmal Nasrullah Mohd Nasir said the offer opens access to Arm’s computing platforms and intellectual property (IP) portfolio to accelerate the development of local semiconductor products designed in Malaysia. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 13 h ago

Putrajaya names three Malaysian firms to spearhead Made-By-Malaysia chip project

Senate president, Datuk Awang Bemee Awang Ali Basah with the new Senate appointees. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 9 h ago

Six new senators sworn-in

Khairy Jamaluddin once considered not becoming Malaysia’s prime minister would make him a failure but being out of active politics since 2023 has changed his perspective. — Picture by Firdaus Latif
Malaysia  / 17 h ago

Khairy Jamaluddin: Prime minister’s post still ‘lifetime ambition’, yet no longer the obsession it once was

Economy Minister Akmal Nasrullah Mohd Nasir said one of the key challenges was setting a clear cut-off point for eligibility without affecting groups that still require assistance. — Picture by Raymond Manuel
Malaysia  / 12 h ago

Putrajaya weighs RON95 subsidy cuts, admits tough call on who should lose aid

Khairy Jamaluddin said launching his own party would have further fragmented the Malay voter base. — Picture by Firdaus Latif
Malaysia  / 17 h ago

Khairy admits he thought ‘long and hard’ about new party, but says Umno remains his ‘natural home’

The accident that caused the death of two men who were in a Proton Persona car along Kilometre 25.3 of the Second Link Highway in Iskandar Puteri here today. May 8, 2026. —Picture courtesy of the Iskandar Puteri district police
Malaysia  / 11 h ago

Two supervisors killed after being flung from car in Second Link five-vehicle crash

i-Legasi was among several measures rolled out by the EPF to help Malaysians prepare for longer retirement years as life expectancy continues to rise. — Picture by Hari Anggara
Malaysia  / 7 h ago

EPF introduces i-Legasi, i-Emas and retirement goal calculator to help Malaysians plan for longer golden years

Warung Lejen nasi lemak supplier Othman Che Mat, 72, says his priority is ensuring people can still afford the dish. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 17 h ago

Rising costs elsewhere, but this Perak stall in Selama keeps nasi lemak at 50 sen

The wife of former Army chief, Tan Sri Muhammad Hafizuddeain Jantan, Salwani Anuar, arrives at the Kuala Lumpur High Court Complex on January 22, 2026. — Picture by Yusof Isa
Malaysia  / 5 h ago

Prosecution moves to seize Range Rover and gold jewellery from ex‑Army Chief’s wife

Kuala Lumpur Traffic Investigation and Enforcement Department chief ACP Mohd Zamzuri Mohd Isa said the accident occurred at about 11pm on May 9 at Km28 of the highway heading towards the Duta toll plaza. — Picture via Facebook
Malaysia  / 8 h ago

Police arrest Proton Inspira driver after viral three-vehicle crash on NKVE

This screen grab made on May 10, 2026, from a video released by the US Central Command on its X account on May 8, 2026, appears to show a strike on the Iranian-flagged tanker M/T Sea Star III. — US Central Command Public Affairs handout/AFP pic
World  / 15 h ago

Latest in Middle East war: Trump rejects peace deal as Gulf drone attacks rattle ceasefire

The Kampung Kolam branch is the first in Penang to openly welcome Loke to contest in the state. —Picture by Raymond Manuel
Malaysia  / 9 h ago

Penang DAP Kampung Kolam branch first to declare Anthony Loke welcome to contest in the state

MetMalaysia director-general Dr Mohd Hisham Mohd Anip said that during this period, low humidity levels will typically result in reduced cloud formation over most areas. — Picture by Firdaus Latif
Malaysia  / 7 h ago

Dryer, hotter weather incoming: Southwest monsoon to begin May 14, says MetMalaysia

A. Lekeswaran, 27, was charged with attempting to kill scrap metal business owner B. Yoga Sundram, 41, in front of an entertainment outlet along Jalan Telawi, Bangsar, at about 3.15 am on April 22. — Picture by Raymond Manuel
Malaysia  / 9 h ago

Bangsar shooting case: Lorry driver charged with attempted murder

Kinabalu Running Club said both victims received immediate treatment from the event’s medical team before being taken to hospital for further observation and care. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 10 h ago

Hit-and-run at Borneo Marathon leaves runner, Rela personnel injured; organisers say police probing incident

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Money / 06 May 2026

Celebrate Mother’s Day with #GetReadyWithShopee Gift Ideas for Every Budget

India’s President Droupadi Murmu (left) alongside Prime Minister Narendra Modi (right) poses for a photograph with her Vietnamese counterpart To Lam during a ceremonial reception at the presidential palace Rashtrapati Bhavan in New Delhi May 6, 2026. — AFP pic
Money / 06 May 2026

India, Vietnam set US$25b bilateral trade target by 2030, says Modi

The ringgit continued its upward momentum, closing mostly higher against most major currencies and regional peers on improved sentiment as investors await the decision on the Overnight Policy Rate. — Picture by Devan Manuel
Money / 06 May 2026

Ringgit continues upward momentum ahead of BNM’s OPR decision

Indonesia’s Communication and Digital Affairs Minister Meutya Hafid answers questions during an interview with AFP at her official residence in Jakarta May 6, 2026. Indonesia’s government is mulling an e-commerce ban for under-16s, the communications minister told AFP today, hot on the heels of Jakarta imposing a sweeping social media prohibition for teens. — AFP pic
Money / 06 May 2026

Indonesia eyes under‑16 ban on e‑commerce platforms amid scam concerns, says minister

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Money / 06 May 2026

VinFast Officially Launches VF MPV 7 In The Philippines

Bursa Malaysia closed higher today as easing West Asia tensions lifted overall market sentiment and encouraged a broader risk-on tone across regional equities, said an analyst. — Picture by Razak Ghazali
Money / 06 May 2026

Bursa Malaysia closes higher as West Asia tensions ease

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Money / 06 May 2026

Thailand Approves $29 Billion Investment Wave as Data Center Demand Surges

Samsung’s shares have risen around 300 per cent over the past year as the AI boom boosts South Korean growth. — Reuters pic
Money / 06 May 2026

Oil tumbles and stocks rally on peace hopes, Samsung tops US$1t

BYD ATTO 3 EVs on display during a media test‑drive event in Hamburg, Germany, March 19, 2026. — Reuters pic
Money / 06 May 2026

End of cheap imported EVs as Miti shuts door on CBU units under RM200,000 before taxes

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Money / 06 May 2026

Sanya Hosts 6th Asian Beach Games with Focus on High-quality Services

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Money / 06 May 2026

2026 Pacific Ocean International Festival of Rock Balancing and Arts Holds Grand Opening at Qixingtan Scenic Area on May 1st

PIAM chief executive officer Chua Kim Soon said premiums have not surged significantly for now, with cost increases such as spare parts inflation still at single-digit levels. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin
Money / 06 May 2026

Insurance premiums stable for now but pressure is building, says PIAM

A ship is seen post-transiting the Strait of Hormuz, which is now a point of contention between the US and Iran. — Reuters file pic
Money / 06 May 2026

War-risk premiums push up cargo insurance costs on key shipping routes, says PIAM

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Money / 06 May 2026

Sino Group Broadcast International Football Tournament for Fourth Straight Edition Over HK$8M Invested to Launch ‘Sino Malls Goal Together’ Campaign

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Money / 06 May 2026

Moody’s upgrades HDBank’s outlook to "Positive," paving the way for potential credit rating upgrade

Malaysia Airlines planes are parked at the Kuala Lumpur International Airport on October 12, 2024. — Picture by Raymond Manuel
Money / 06 May 2026

Malaysia Airlines climbs four places in global brand rankings amid premium pivot