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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  / 16 h ago

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

The aftermath of the crane collapse at the Tanjung Bin Power Plant near Kukup, Pontian. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 18 h ago

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

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  / 4 h ago

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

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  / 16 h ago

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

In a statement today, lawyers Rajesh Nagarajan (pictured) and Sachpreetraj Singh said remarks by Melaka police chief Datuk Dzulkhairi Mukhtar regarding the marital status and alleged past criminal record of Jayashree were irrelevant and inappropriate. — Picture by Firdaus Latif
Malaysia  / 19 h ago

Lawyers say scrutiny of woman’s background clouds questions over Durian Tunggal police shooting

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  / 18 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  / 14 h ago

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

The scene of a road accident in Maran where a driver died after his car veered off the road and struck an oil palm tree. — Picture via Facebook
Malaysia  / 19 h ago

Car splits in two after hitting oil palm tree in Maran, driver killed

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  / 16 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  / 17 h ago

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

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  / 17 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  / 17 h ago

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

2025 World Championships women’s doubles runners-up Pearly Tan and M Thinaah. — Bernama pic
Sports  / 1 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

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  / 18 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  / 17 h ago

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

Panai poses for pictures after winning the Best Taiwanese Album at the 35th Golden Melody Awards ceremony in Taipei yesterday. — Reuters pic
Showbiz / 30 Jun 2024

Don’t forget Tiananmen, Taiwan singer tells prestigious music awards

Boyband Seventeen skipped, twisted and gyrated in a high-energy performance on Glastonbury’s main Pyramid Stage on Friday, making history as the first K-Pop group to appear at the iconic music festival in southern England. — Reuters pic
Showbiz / 30 Jun 2024

With high-energy song and dance, Seventeen brings K-Pop to Glastonbury

Kitaro triumphantly thrusts his fist upward to celebrate a successful performance. — Picture by Chimon Upon via The Borneo Post
Showbiz / 29 Jun 2024

Kitaro puts on enchanting performance on first night of RWMF 2024

Actor Alec Baldwin waved his gun around and used it as a pointing stick on the film set where a cinematographer was shot dead, a court heard yesterday. — AFP pic/Santa Fe County Sheriff’s Office handout
Showbiz / 29 Jun 2024

Judge denies Alec Baldwin’s motion to dismiss manslaughter charge in ‘Rust’ trial

Indian actor Kamal Haasan (4th, left) waves to the fans during the promotion of ‘Indian 2’ at NU Sentral, June 28, 2024. Also present is actor Siddharth (3rd right). — Bernama pic
Showbiz / 29 Jun 2024

Kamal Haasan promotes ‘Indian 2’ in Malaysia, thanks fans for continued support

During filming in 2021, cinematographer Halyna Hutchins was shot and killed by a gun used as a prop that was being handled at the time by Alec Baldwin (pic).— Reuters pic
Showbiz / 28 Jun 2024

‘Rust’ armourer says state withheld evidence, requests release from prison

Rocker Datuk Awie will welcome his seventh child next month. — Picture by Shafwan Zaidon
Showbiz / 28 Jun 2024

At 55, local rocker Awie to welcome seventh child on July 7

It will be a historic first for Voice of Baceprot (VoB)  to perform at the 2024 Glastonbury Festival in the UK. — Picture via Instagram/voiceofbaceprot
Showbiz / 27 Jun 2024

All-girl hijabi heavy metal band, Voice of Baceprot make history as first Indonesian act to play Glastonbury (VIDEO)

HBO announced yesterday that its upcoming ‘Harry Potter’ television series will be led by ‘Succession’ veterans Francesca Gardiner, as writer and showrunner, and Mark Mylod (pictured here), as director of several episodes. — Reuters pic
Showbiz / 27 Jun 2024

‘Harry Potter’ HBO TV series to be led by ‘Succession’ alums

The Los Angeles home where Marilyn Monroe died was declared a historic landmark yesterday, thwarting plans by its current owners to demolish the property. — AFP pic
Showbiz / 27 Jun 2024

Some like it not: LA bars demolition of Marilyn Monroe home

A union representing Hollywood film and television crew said yesterday it has reached a tentative three-year deal with major studios that includes agreed-on pay hikes and guardrails against the use of artificial intelligence (AI). — Reuters pic
Showbiz / 26 Jun 2024

Hollywood workers union reaches pay, AI-use deal with top studios

Fourteen years after launching One Direction, music mogul and television personality Simon Cowell is looking for the UK’s next big boy band. — Picture via Facebook.com/simoncowell
Showbiz / 26 Jun 2024

Simon Cowell is on the hunt for UK’s next megastar boy band

Jamal and his wife Datin Zai Izzati Khiruddin will welcome their fifth child early next year. — Picture via Instagram/jamalabdillahofficial
Showbiz / 26 Jun 2024

At 65, local singer Jamal Abdillah to welcome seventh child early next year

Examples cited in the lawsuits included prompts using Suno’s service to churn out songs mimicking copyrighted works of Michael Buble, among others. — Reuters pic
Showbiz / 26 Jun 2024

Major music labels sue AI start-ups over copyright infringement

MONSTA director-general Nizam Abd Razak, took to Facebook to share a short video and images showcasing Mechamato’s advertisements prominently displayed in Akihabara, Tokyo’s renowned anime hub. — Photo via Twitter/MechaatoJP
Showbiz / 25 Jun 2024

Mechamato’s Tokyo billboard ads draw global animation enthusiasts (VIDEO)

The 7th MIFFest will open with a premiere of local horror film 'Indera' by Woo Ming Jin. — Picture courtesy of MIFFest
Showbiz / 25 Jun 2024

The 7th Malaysia International Film Festival unveils programme lineup with official selections, nominations and honourees