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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

IBPO Group Appoints Afsha as Its Official Shariah Advisor to Strengthen Shariah Compliant Financing

Plaintiffs accused the California tech giant of having “promoted AI capabilities that did not exist at the time, do not exist now, and will not exist for two or more years” in order to boost iPhone sales, the document—reviewed by AFP—stated. — AFP pic
Money / 06 May 2026

Apple agrees to US$250m settlement over 2024 AI Siri claims

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Money / 06 May 2026

IF Brand Invests multimillion THB in the only Molecular-Level EA-IRMS Technology in the region to Verify Coconut Water Purity at Source

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Money / 06 May 2026

Micro Credentials Reshaping Learning While Degrees Remain Relevant

A Proton logo is seen on a car at its headquarters in Subang Jaya on January 20, 2020. — Reuters pic
Money / 06 May 2026

Proton sales surge 40.9pc in 2026, captures 26.4pc market share in Malaysia

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Money / 06 May 2026

Anoushka Shankar: Chapters - Hong Kong Premiere

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Money / 05 May 2026

Gorilla Technology Secures 200MW Thailand AI Campus to Power Southeast Asia's Next Wave of AI Compute

Bursa Malaysia reversed earlier losses to end higher on Tuesday as buying interest gained momentum in the afternoon session, said an analyst. — Picture by Raymond Manuel
Money / 05 May 2026

Energy‑linked stocks drive Bursa Malaysia higher amid oil price surge and global tensions

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Money / 05 May 2026

SEMICON Southeast Asia 2026 Officially Launches in Kuala Lumpur, Highlighting Shifts in Global Semiconductor Supply Chains

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Money / 05 May 2026

TrendAI™ and Anthropic Advance AI-Powered Vulnerability Detection and Risk Mitigation with Claude Opus 4.7

Penang chief minister Chow Kon Yeow looking at the plans for PILA when visiting the site. — Picture courtesy of Penang chief minister's office
Money / 05 May 2026

Penang’s new free commercial zone-class air cargo complex to begin operations in 2029

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Money / 05 May 2026

New Travelodge Osaka Shinsaibashi to Open in August 2026

Penang chief minister Chow Kon Yeow said the electrical and electronics (E&E) industry, including semiconductors, continues to record encouraging performance despite global economic disruptions. — Picture by Opalyn Mok
Money / 05 May 2026

Despite global tensions, Penang semiconductor sector remains resilient says CM

Penang chief minister Chow Kon Yeow said Penang remains a competitive destination for business events.— Picture by Opalyn Mok
Money / 05 May 2026

Penang ramps up bid for global conferences, eyeing events displaced by Middle East tensions

An aerial view of the Jakarta skyline with the Parliament building in the foreground on May 1, 2026. — AFP pic
Money / 05 May 2026

Indonesia crushes forecasts with 5.6pc GDP surge despite US-Iran war

Bank Muamalat Malaysia Berhad has launched ATLAS, a Shariah-compliant digital banking platform, as it accelerates its transition into a digital-first Islamic financial institution. — Picture courtesy of Bank Muamalat
Money / 05 May 2026

Bank Muamalat launches digital platform to accelerate Islamic banking push