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Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim speaks during the Christmas high-tea organised by the Christian Federation of Malaysia at the Christian Churches of Malaysia Ecumenical Center in Petaling Jaya, Selangor on December 13, 2025. — Picture by Raymond Manuel
Malaysia  / 17 h ago

BM first, English second and Chinese third: Anwar says mastering languages not a zero-sum game

The local streetwear and lifestyle convention LahLahLand 2025, which took place at The Mines International Exhibition and Convention Center saw over 50 local brands participating. —Pictures by Arif Zikri
Life  / 5 h ago

From Jalan Pudu to Japan: Malaysian streetwear brands making waves locally and internationally

2025 World Championships women’s doubles runners-up Pearly Tan and M Thinaah. — Bernama pic
Sports  / 3 h ago

Malaysia’s badminton camp falls short of four-gold target, spotlight now on doubles aces Aaron Chia-Soh Wooi Yik and Pearly Tan-Thinaah

The aftermath of the crane collapse at the Tanjung Bin Power Plant near Kukup, Pontian. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 19 h ago

Coal-handling crane collapse at Tanjung Bin power plant leaves two workers dead, three injured

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said Malaysia’s ability to manage diversity has strengthened international confidence and positioned it as a stabilising force in South-east Asia. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 17 h ago

Malaysia among world’s most peaceful countries despite being complex, says Anwar

Dong Zong says UEC recognition can coexist with strong Bahasa Melayu proficiency requirements under Article 152 of the Constitution. — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa
Malaysia  / 19 h ago

Dong Zong urges openness in UEC debate, cautions against zero-sum framing of language policy

Researchers at the University of Cambridge warn that cheap, disposable phone numbers can be used to bypass SMS verification and create fake social media accounts for less than 30 US cents apiece (about RM1.25). — SoyaCincau pic
Money  / 15 h ago

The cost of online fraud: Throwaway numbers make account scams almost free

‘Wantan mee’ with ‘char siu’ and Hakka ‘zha yuk’ at Toong Kwoon Chye. — Picture by Ethan Lau
Eat-drink  / 3 h ago

Toong Kwoon Chye Wanton Mee, Bukit Bintang: A taste of four generations of ‘wantan mee’ legacy going back over a century

Damage to a casino in Pursat Province after Thai strikes amid Cambodia-Thailand border clashes on December 13, 2025. — Agence Kampuchea Press handout pic via AFP
World  / 18 h ago

‘Our actions this morning already spoke’: Thai jets strike against Cambodia despite Trump’s ceasefire claim

Fans hurl chairs as Inter Miami and Argentina star Lionel Messi leaves Salt Lake Stadium in Kolkata, India on December 13, 2025. — AFP pic
Sports  / 19 h ago

‘GOAT Tour’ in Kolkata turns ugly as frustrated fans riot after Messi’s short stadium visit

The Bagan MP said a proposed RM20 billion tax refund payout before Chinese New Year could inject much-needed liquidity into the business sector. — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa
Malaysia  / 2 h ago

Lim Guan Eng urges full tax refunds, buy-local policy to ease business cash crunch

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim speaks to reporters during the Christmas high tea reception organised by the Christian Federation of Malaysia in Petaling Jaya on December 13, 2025. — Picture by Raymond Manuel
Malaysia  / 18 h ago

Before or after Christmas? Anwar affirms Cabinet vacancies to be filled soon, but keeps date under wraps 

Aerial view of uprooted trees at an Islamic boarding school after flash floods in Aceh Tamiang, northern Sumatra, Indonesia on December 10, 2025. — AFP pic
World  / 18 h ago

Indonesia counts losses after deadly rains and landslides kill over 1,000 in Sumatra

Sabah Deputy Chief Minister III Datuk Ewon Benedick (centre) officiates the groundbreaking ceremony of the RM1 billion scheduled waste management facility at SOGIP. — Picture via Facebook/Ewon Benedick Official Media
Malaysia  / 19 h ago

RM1b waste management project in Sipitang to cut reliance on out-of-state facilities, says Sabah deputy CM

Rising prices have led many families to opt for more modest Christmas preparations while keeping the festive spirit alive. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 19 h ago

A thriftier Christmas: Malaysians deck the halls without breaking the bank

NewJeans agency head Min Hee-jin successfully filed an injunction against parent label HYBE after a month-long feud. — Picture via X/NewJeans_ADOR
Showbiz / 31 May 2024

NewJeans agency head Min Hee-jin maintains her position, favoured by Korean court against HYBE

Hemsworth is in discussions to star in Paramount’s upcoming crossover between the ‘Transformers’ and ‘G.I. Joe’ franchises. Picture via Instagram/chrishemsworth
Showbiz / 31 May 2024

Chris Hemsworth in discussion to star in ‘Transformers’ and ‘G.I. Joe’ crossover film

Fans leave the Manchester Co-op Live venue after the Nicki Minaj show was cancelled in Manchester last week. — Reuters pic
Showbiz / 31 May 2024

After drug arrest, Nikki Minaj’s Dutch concert nixed

HYBE's main claim to fame is being the agency of K-pop superstars BTS. — Reuters file pic
Showbiz / 30 May 2024

K-pop agency HYBE asks US court to help unmask X account in defamation case

Deepika Padukone, who debuted in ‘Om Shanti Om’ (2007), surpassed her co-star and Shah Rukh Khan, who finished second. — Picture via Instagram/@deepikapadukone
Showbiz / 30 May 2024

Deepika Padukone becomes IMDb’s most-viewed Indian star of the last decade, surpassing Shah Rukh and Vijay

British-Albanian pop singer Dua Lipa has denounced Israel’s offensive in Gaza as a genocide, after a new pro-Palestinian protest took place in London that saw dozens of people arrested. — AFP pic
Showbiz / 30 May 2024

Singer Dua Lipa condemns Israeli ‘genocide’ in Gaza

Roberto Santos, 55, a Spanish superfan who is part of a select list of fans who receives exclusive gifts from the pop icon, poses in his ‘Taylor Swift shrine’ in his home in Madrid, Spain, May 21, 2024. — Reuters pic
Showbiz / 29 May 2024

Spanish fan shows off his Taylor Swift ‘sanctuary’ before Madrid gig

The third part of the ‘Lupin’ series starring French actor Omar Sy was released in October 2023 on Netflix. — Picture courtesy of Netflix via ETX Studio
Showbiz / 29 May 2024

From K-dramas to telenovelas, Netflix’s non-English content soar in popularity

Dua Lipa will be performing in Malaysia for the third time this November. — Picture via Instagram/dualipa
Showbiz / 29 May 2024

British pop star Dua Lipa returns to KL in November as part of world tour

Actor Robert De Niro yesterday spoke outside the New York court where Donald Trump is standing trial, branding him a dangerous clown who will become a dictator for life if re-elected. — AFP pic
Showbiz / 29 May 2024

Robert De Niro slams Trump at press event outside courthouse

Presented by Hitman Solutions, the 'Dolla Re:Birth The Experience' concert will take place at Zepp Kuala Lumpur — Picture via Instagram/Dolla Official
Showbiz / 28 May 2024

Dolla to hold debut concert in August

Doh Kyungsoo will be holding his first-ever solo fan concert, 'BLOOM' in Kuala Lumpur. — Picture via Instagram/ d.o.hkyungsoo
Showbiz / 28 May 2024

S. Korean singer Doh Kyungsoo to hold first-ever solo fan concert in KL in August

Award-winning actress Fan Bingbing will be made Melaka's tourism ambassador next month. — Picture via Instagram/ bingbing_fan
Showbiz / 28 May 2024

Chinese actress Fan Bingbing to visit Melaka next month, will be appointed state's tourism ambassador

Rahman will return to perform for the seventh time in Malaysia on July 27. — Picture courtesy of Star Planet
Showbiz / 27 May 2024

Fans of Indian music maestro A.R. Rahman can vote to select songs for his July concert

‘Garfield’ and ‘Furiosa’ battle in weak US box office battled for the top spot in North American theatres over the long US holiday weekend. — AFP pic
Showbiz / 27 May 2024

‘Garfield’ and ‘Furiosa’ battle in weak US box office

Fans of the ‘Texas Chainsaw Massacre’ movie gather during the Texas Frightmare Weekend in Irving, Texas. — AFP pic
Showbiz / 26 May 2024

The slasher in middle age: ‘Texas Chainsaw Massacre’ hits 50