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Former Malaysian Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak and his daughter Nooryana Najwa Najib is pictured at Kuala Lumpur High Court in Kuala Lumpur August 9, 2019. — Picture by Firdaus Latif

Malaysia / 5 h ago

Najib’s daughter says family should have been told from the start royal addendum was unenforceable

The High Court ruled that there was no provision in the law to place Datuk Seri Najib Razak under house arrest. — Picture by Yusof Isa

Malaysia / 10 h ago

Explained: Why did Najib lose his house arrest bid at the High Court?

A drive down to Gao Sang Bak Kut Teh in the early morning will be rewarded with this collagen-rich piece of meat served with a deep flavoured broth — Picture by Lee Khang Yi

Eat-drink / 7 h ago

From ‘bak kut teh’ in Klang to an Indian vegetarian meal in Brickfields, here are my best dishes for 2025

On the X platform today, Maybank said that some transactions may take longer than usual or are temporarily unavailable. ― Picture by Firdaus Latif

Malaysia / 2 h ago

Maybank hit by intermittent slowdown, DuitNow payments and transfers affected

Perlis Menteri Besar Mohd Shukri Ramli Mohd Shukri was discharged from a hospital in Kuala Lumpur yesterday after receiving treatment for chest pains. — File picture by Shafwan Zaidon

Malaysia / 4 h ago

‘We will not hesitate to act’: Perikatan, Pakatan leaders back stability in Perlis amid pressure on menteri besar

The Sultan of Selangor, Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah, and the Tengku Permaisuri of Selangor, Tengku Permaisuri Norashikin, yesterday extended their Christmas greetings to all Christians, particularly those in Selangor. — Picture via Facebook

Malaysia / 7 h ago

Selangor Sultan, Tengku Permaisuri extend Christmas greetings

MACC chief commissioner Tan Sri Azam Baki said a new investigation paper has been opened involving the individual. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 1 h ago

MACC probes former minister over alleged land embezzlement, says Azam Baki

Activist lawyer Ravi Madasamy, widely known as M. Ravi, was discovered dead in the early hours of December 24. — Picture by Miera Zulyana

Singapore / 5 h ago

Suspended activist lawyer M. Ravi found dead in Singapore; police investigating unnatural death

File picture of Muslims attending Aidiladha prayers at the Putra Mosque in Putrajaya, June 29, 2023. The Department of Islamic Development Malaysia (Jakim) will summon a Muslim individual suspected of being involved in the ‘Interfaith Water Ceremony’ programme to obtain an explanation regarding his involvement. — Picture by Hari Anggara

Malaysia / 4 h ago

Jakim to summon Muslim individual over alleged involvement in interfaith water ceremony

Kuala Langat Deputy Police chief DSP Mohd Sufian Amin said the department received a report on the incident from the victim’s mother on November 18. — Picture by Ahmad Zamzahuri

Malaysia / 7 h ago

Police probe alleged assault of man by own officers in Banting

Seberang Perai Selatan police chief Supt Jay January Siowou said the boy has been identified as Mohamad Arishh, who is of Indian Muslim ethnicity. — Picture by Ahmad Zamzahuri

Malaysia / 6 h ago

Police seek help to locate missing 13-year-old boy

The accused P. Suresh (covered with towel) and businessman Chua Chin Heng, both from Singapore, at the Johor Bahru Magistrate's Court today. Dec 24, 2025. — Picture by Ben Tan

Malaysia / 1 h ago

After viral brawl in JB mall and police station, Singaporean part-time actor and family of three charged

Earlier media reports stated that police had sought public assistance in locating Suri Narudin after her aunt filed a missing person report at the Ampang Police Station on December 15. — Picture from social media

Malaysia / 3 h ago

Pedas ‘body in bag’: Police confirm remains are missing woman Suri Narudin

US President Donald Trump dances with a troupe of traditional Malay performers after being greeted on arrival in Malaysia for the 47th Asean Summit by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, October 26, 2025. — Bernama pic

Life / 10 h ago

Malaysia’s viral moments in 2025 — the good, the bad and the bizarre

A 47-year-old man already serving a jail term for his role in a case involving husbands who drugged their wives and arranged for them to be raped has been sentenced to an additional eight weeks in prison. — TODAY pic

Singapore / 4 h ago

Singapore man involved in drugged wives rape case given extra jail over obscene posts

Showbiz

4 h ago

British comedian Russell Brand hit with two new rape and assault charges

LONDON, Dec 24 — UK police said two new charges, of rape and sexual assault, had been issued yesterday against British comedian and actor Russell Brand.The media personality turned anti-establishment influencer already pleaded not guilty in May to five charges — one count of rape, one of oral rape, two...

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Released in October, Jisoo’s dreamy pop single features British singer Zayn. — Picture via Facebook/Zayn

Showbiz / 6 h ago

Blackpink’s Jisoo tops 100 million Spotify streams with ‘Eyes Closed’ featuring Zayn (VIDEO)

CEO and Chair of the Board of Turning Point USA Erika Kirk (L) and US rapper Nicki Minaj arrive on stage during Turning Point's annual AmericaFest conference in Phoenix, Arizona December 21, 2025. — AFP pic

Showbiz / 10 h ago

From misfits to MAGA: Nicki Minaj embraces culture shift with ‘cool kids’ of the right

Chris Rea battled ‌serious health issues in later years, including pancreatic cancer in the 1990s and early 2000s, and a stroke in 2016, which left ‍him with slurred speech and reduced movement in his arms and fingers. — Picture via Instagram

Showbiz / 1d ago

British singer-songwriter Chris Rea, best known for ‘Driving Home for Christmas’, dies at 74

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'Call of Duty: Black Ops 6' was the best-selling video game in US in 2024. — Picture from Steam

1d ago

‘Call of Duty’ co-creator Vince Zampella killed in car crash

In this picture taken on July 21, 2020, people walk past a wall mural with images of Bollywood actors, under a road bridge in Mumbai. — AFP pic

2d ago

India’s Bollywood counts costs as star fees squeeze profits

This photo taken on December 17, 2025 shows Hong Kong film director Kiwi Chow looking at posters for his film ‘Deadline’ inside his office at Hong Kong's Kwun Tong District. — AFP pic

2d ago

Banned film exposes Hong Kong’s censorship trend, director says

After a decade-long courtship, actors Shin Min‑a and Kim Woo‑bin have officially wed. — Pictures via social media

2d ago

Shin Min-a and Kim Woo-bin look radiant in newly-released wedding photos

2d ago

Third ‘Avatar’ film soars to top in North American box office debut

James Ransone appeared in 12 episodes of The Wire’s second season, portraying the troubled dock worker whose volatility and vulnerability made the character one of the show’s most memorable figures. — AFP pic

2d ago

‘The Wire’ actor James Ransone dies at 46

The inaugural two-day festival coined as Metalverse Music Festival 2026 is going to take place on April 30 and May 1 next year at Mega Star Arena in Sungei Wang Plaza. — Picture courtesy of Vox Nation Live

2d ago

Metalverse: Malaysia’s new metal festival to feature Miss May I, Red Jumpsuit Apparatus, Blessthefall and more in 2026

Malaysian singer JessC has delivered around 40 songs at her recent My Style concert at the Mega Star Arena in Sungei Wang Plaza. — Picture courtesy of JessC

21 Dec 2025

Malaysian singer JessC goes all out with ‘My Style’ concert: 40 songs with six outfit changes and one memorable night

Kim Woo‑bin and Shin Min-a have been in a relationship for over a decade. — Picture via Instagram

20 Dec 2025

Kim Woo‑bin and Shin Min-a share snow‑filled pre‑wedding photos ahead of Seoul ceremony

The Kuala Lumpur shows are part of My Chemical Romance’s return to the region, which has generated strong excitement among fans following the band’s limited touring activity in recent years. — Picture via X/Hello Universe

20 Dec 2025

My Chemical Romance’s Kuala Lumpur concerts rescheduled to November 2026

Cho Jin-woong with co-stars Lee Je-hoon and Kim Hye-soo in a publicity poster for the first season of ‘Signal’.

19 Dec 2025

tvN breaks silence on ‘Signal 2’ after Cho Jin-woong’s sudden retirement

NCT DREAM took the stage at Axiata Arena for their second solo concert in Malaysia last weekend. — Picture courtesy of Qistina Haazree & Live Nation Malaysia

19 Dec 2025

NCT DREAM turn Kuala Lumpur into a two-night DREAMZENS paradise

Apink’s Yoon Bomi shared her wedding news with fans through a handwritten letter, announcing she will marry singer-producer Rado in May next year. — Picture via Instagram/_yoonbomi_

19 Dec 2025

Apink’s Bomi is getting married — a new chapter begins for a second-gen favourite

‘Papa Zola The Movie’ takes over local cinemas, as expected, following strong reviews nationwide. — Picture courtesy of Astro Shaw

19 Dec 2025

Malay Mail’s Top 10: ‘Papa Zola The Movie’ crushes the competition, bumps ‘Zootopia 2’ to second place

Sammi Cheng returns to Kuala Lumpur in April 2026 with her ‘You & Mi’ World Tour, marking her first Malaysia concerts in 10 years. — Image courtesy of Media Asia Entertainment/ACO Media

19 Dec 2025

KL, are you ready? Cantopop queen Sammi Cheng’s ‘You & Mi’ world tour lands April 2026

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