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A still shows two performers in the controversial scene from the Universiti Malaya Theatre Carnival (KARVITER).

Malaysia / 7 h ago

Too hot in here: Universiti Malaya apologises, disqualifies theatre performance over steamy bed scene

An Ampang Jaya Municipal Council (MPAJ) enforcer removes signs used to illegally block reserved spots beyond permitted hours. — MPAJ pic

Malaysia / 8 h ago

Red bays are public after 6.30pm — MPAJ warns businesses against ‘chop’ culture following Ampang Point ops

A passenger disembarks from a Rapid KL bus in Kuala Lumpur in this undated photograph. — Picture by Hari Anggara

Malaysia / 6 h ago

Cheap but out of reach: Why Malaysians can’t quit their cars despite affordable public transport

It may be just down the road from a much more famous place, but don’t miss out on the excellent Hokkien mee at Peng Yuan. — Picture by Ethan Lau

Eat-drink / 6 h ago

Underrated: Peng Yuan Hokkien Mee in PJ Section 14 deserves its moment in the spotlight

How do you know if you are hopping on to a licensed tour van or tour bus? It will have the government-required words “BAS PERSIARAN” and the colour coniferous green on one-third of the vehicle’s body.— Picture by Choo Choy May

Malaysia / 11 h ago

How illegal ‘kereta sapu’ are hurting licensed Malaysian tour van, bus operators

Billionaire Robert Kuok leaves Ilham Tower after attending his first meeting with the Council of Elders in Kuala Lumpur on May 22, 2018. — Picture by Mukhriz Hazim

Malaysia / 8 h ago

How much was your raise? Malaysia’s 50 richest see wealth rocket up 30pc to US$116b

Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Federal Territories) Hannah Yeoh reportedly defended the 'Bangun KL' campaign, saying it is a private sector initiative by Zus Coffee Group that does not use public funds. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 3 h ago

‘Better than doing nothing’: Hannah Yeoh defends Bangun KL, says it uses no public funds

A concept model of the Global Combat Air Programme (GCAP)'s fighter jet is displayed during the Defence Security Equipment International (DSEI) Japan at Makuhari Messe in Chiba, east of Tokyo May 21, 2025. — Reuters pic

World / 11 h ago

Rattled by Trump, US allies eye Japan’s biggest arms‑export shift since WW2

Penang Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow speaks at a press conference after officiating the State Disaster Control Centre at Komtar in George Town on October 14, 2025. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 9 h ago

Penang CM: Physical works for next phases of Juru-Sungai Dua decongestion project to kick off in Q3

Police inspector Kamal Raj Abdullah arrives at the Kuala Lumpur Court Complex on April 16, 2026. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin

Malaysia / 4 h ago

‘I don’t remember’ — Inspector who ran over traffic cops claims bewitched by ‘black magic’

The cover of ‘Memoir Shamsiah Fakeh: Dari Awas ke Rejimen ke-10’. — Screengrab via Gerakbudaya website

What You Think / 7 h ago

Why does Malaysia fear the books that tell our story? — Khoo Ying Hooi

Malaysia / 9 h ago

DBKL announces 13-day, 24-hour closure of Lorong Jalan TAR for sewerage repairs

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim (second from right) accompanied Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese during the official welcome ceremony at the Perdana Putra Complex today, in conjunction with his three-day official visit to Malaysia from April 15 to 17. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 3 h ago

Anwar: Malaysia to prioritise domestic fuel, supply surplus to Australia

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese arrives for an official visit to Malaysia at the Royal Malaysian Air Force (RMAF) Subang Air Base on April 15, 2025. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 7 h ago

Anwar hosts Australian PM Albanese for energy security talks amid US-Iran tensions

The US is imposing a military blockade of the Strait of Hormuz after Iran blocked shipping for over six weeks of war in a conflict which is on hold as a fragile two-week ceasefire remains in place. ― Reuters pic

World / 8 h ago

Iran adviser threatens to sink US ships in Strait of Hormuz amid blockade tensions

A man holds a fuel nozzle at a petrol station on March 25, 2026. — Reuters pic

Opinion / 6 h ago

Malaysia’s daily obsession with the petrol pump

Kaya’s fear and helplessness at a foe she could not fight, an ordinary, human man was too relatable.— Video screenshot

Opinion / 1d ago

What’s a child to do when the monsters are men?

First responders gather at the site of an Israeli airstrike in the village of Habbouch, southern Lebanon on April 10, 2026. A ceasefire in name, conflict in reality – even after agreements are signed, fighting often continues, underscoring how fragile the first steps towards peace can be. — AFP pic

Opinion / 10 Apr 2026

Why ceasefires remain important even when the firing doesn’t cease

The author argues that Hamzah Zainudin’s post-Bersatu trajectory is marked by indecision and lack of direction, with his failure to articulate a clear political path risking his relevance as support within Perikatan Nasional wanes and rivals move to fill the vacuum. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin

Opinion / 09 Apr 2026

Where are you going Hamzah Zainudin?

Healing isn’t a linear route; some days you’re the trainer, some days you’re the one in the Pokémon Center. — AFP pic

Opinion / 08 Apr 2026

Things they don’t tell you about life post-cancer

But if your results didn’t meet your expectations or you outright didn’t pass? That’s honestly not a bad thing either. — Bernama pic

Opinion / 02 Apr 2026

SPM over? Time to learn some people skills!

The Malayan Union lasted just two years, but the fault lines it exposed have lasted eight decades. — Picture from Facebook/446

Opinion / 02 Apr 2026

The Malayan Union reminder

After my upcoming train adventure. my only trips will be virtual. — Pokopia Screenshot

Opinion / 01 Apr 2026

When the only safe place to travel is Pokopia