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The 100 AM Daiso store in Singapore first opened in February 2018 and was one of 33 outlets around the island, and will be closing on January 4, 2026. — Social media screengrabs from 100ammall and DAISO Singapore
Singapore  / 16 h ago

Singapore shoppers lose another Japanese store as Daiso to close 100 AM outlet

File picture of the Federal Highway, October 14, 2020 heading towards Kuala Lumpur. Works Minister Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi said the decision was taken as the proposal to upgrade the 34.59-kilometre stretch of FT2 from Kuala Lumpur to Port Klang is no longer economically viable, due to the high costs of land and asset acquisition, as well as the potential social impact should the project proceed. — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa
Malaysia  / 17 h ago

No upgrade for Federal Highway from KL-Port Klang: Govt flags sky-high costs, social impact

Instagram, TikTok, Snapchat, YouTube, Facebook, Twitch, and Reddit applications are displayed on a mobile phone in this illustration on December 9, 2025. — Reuters pic
Malaysia  / 18 h ago

MCMC: WhatsApp, TikTok, Facebook, YouTube to be auto-registered under Malaysian licensing from Jan 1

A general view shows the exterior of the Seri Negara in Kuala Lumpur on December 15, 2025. — Picture by Yusof Isa
Malaysia  / 16 h ago

A symbol reborn: Historic Seri Negara reopens to public on Dec 20 after meticulous restoration

Lawyer Rajesh Nagarajan and Arun Dorasamy with the families of the victims of the Durian Tunggal police shooting giving a press conference and revealing newly obtained critical evidence in relation to the killing of the three victims at Lawyers for Liberty in Petaling Jaya, December 15, 2025. — Picture by Choo Choy May
Malaysia  / 16 h ago

Durian Tunggal shooting: Lawyers demand Melaka police chief be placed on garden leave after whistleblower challenges police timeline

Bollards line a pedestrian walkway in Kuala Lumpur, serving as safety barriers to keep vehicles off the pavement. — DBKL pic
Malaysia  / 19 h ago

Not just decor: DBKL reminds public of bollards’ crucial role in pedestrian safety

Police lead former Hong Kong media mogul Jimmy Lai away from his home after his arrest under the national security law in 2020; Lai was found guilty on December 15, 2025, of collusion and sedition. — AFP pic
World  / 19 h ago

Apple Daily founder Jimmy Lai found guilty under Hong Kong security law, faces possible life sentence

A general view of the Seri Negara in Kuala Lumpur on December 15, 2025. — Picture by Yusof Isa
Malaysia  / 17 h ago

‘Not a place for elites’: Anwar says Seri Negara must be symbol for all Malaysians

Group managing director Datuk Captain Izham Ismail said the strong results achieved over the past five years have positioned MAG to pursue bolder ambitions. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin
Money  / 12 h ago

Malaysia Aviation Group unveils five-year plan to push Malaysia Airlines into Skytrax Top 10 by 2030

Mourners gather by floral tributes at the Bondi Pavillion in memory of the victims of a shooting at Bondi Beach, in Sydney on December 15, 2025. — AFP pic
Life  / 15 h ago

Misinformation spreads after Bondi attack as Sydney Christmas fireworks falsely tied to ‘Islamists’

The Inland Revenue Board has completed tax refund payments amounting to RM14.55 billion involving 3.47 million cases as of November 30, said Deputy Finance Minister Lim Hui Ying. — Picture by Hari Anggara
Malaysia  / 11 h ago

IRB disburses RM14.55b in tax refunds to 3.47 million taxpayers, says deputy finance minister

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim greets a guest during the launching of late S.M Mohamed Idris’s book at the International Institute of Advanced Islamic Studies Malaysia in Kuala Lumpur on December 15, 2025. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin
Malaysia  / 16 h ago

Anwar says Asean foreign ministers’ meeting postponed as Thai-Cambodia conflict deepens

The state-owned airline assured travellers that ticket prices remain the same as those previously charged by MASwings. — Picture from AirBorneo website via The Borneo Post
Malaysia  / 13 h ago

AirBorneo denies raising ticket prices, previous MAswings airfares maintained

The Malaysian Meteorological Department today issued a warning of continuous rain that is expected to hit several states until this Thursday. — Picture by Farhan Najib
Malaysia  / 10 h ago

MetMalaysia warns of continuous heavy rain in several states until Thursday

A still shows a pillion rider on a motorcycle shooting at a person outside a petrol station in Klang.
Malaysia  / 14 h ago

Selangor police probe gang links after spate of Klang shootings

Actress Gena Rowlands, star of the ‘The Notebook,’ arrives for the film's premiere in Los Angeles June 21, 2004. — Reuters pic
Showbiz / 15 Aug 2024

Iconic US actress Gena Rowlands, muse of director John Cassavetes and star of ‘The Notebook’, passes away at 94

People view a mural of Taylor Swift painted next to Wembley Stadium as they attend the Community Shield football match, ahead of Swift’s first live performance since her concerts in Vienna were cancelled after a security threat was uncovered, in Wembley, London August 10, 2024. — Reuters pic
Showbiz / 15 Aug 2024

Taylor Swift returns to London amid heightened security, no ‘tay-gate’ allowed following Vienna plot

US actress Cailee Spaeny poses with the Coppa Volpi for Best Actress she received for her part in 'Priscilla' during a photocall at the 80th Venice Film Festival on September 9, 2023 at Venice Lido. — AFP pic
Showbiz / 14 Aug 2024

Cailee Spaeny shares emotional impact of filming ‘Alien: Romulus’ as cast faces constant character deaths

Seungri, whose real name is Lee Seung-hyun, was sentenced to three years in prison, later reduced to 18 months, and completed his sentence in February 2023. — Reuters pic
Showbiz / 14 Aug 2024

‘I don’t even know where Surabaya is’: Disgraced K-pop star Seungri denies link with now-cancelled ‘Burning Sun’ event

US artist Katy Perry “Lifetimes” music video is under investigation for environmental damage to the protected dunes of S’Espalmador — AFP pic
Showbiz / 14 Aug 2024

Katy Perry’s ‘Lifetimes’ music video under investigation for potential environmental breach

The cast gathers on the red carpet for the ‘Alien: Romulus’ Premiere at TCL Chinese Theatre in Los Angeles, California, August 12, 2024. — Reuters pic
Showbiz / 14 Aug 2024

‘Alien: Romulus’ reignites violence in the ‘Alien’ franchise

Crime thriller ‘A Place Called Silence’, became the second highest-grossing summer film for the China box office raking in 1.29 billion yuan (RM806 million). — Picture by Raymond Manuel
Showbiz / 13 Aug 2024

Malaysian filmmaker Sam Quah's ‘A Place Called Silence’ rakes in RM1 million on domestic opening weekend, hopes for record gross

Joost Klein was an immediate online sensation globally for his semifinal performance.— Picture from Instagram/joostklein
Showbiz / 13 Aug 2024

Sweden drops case against disqualified Dutch Eurovision contestant Joost Klein due to lack of evidence

Lillis's death was confirmed by her sister Laurie Orr via their GoFundMe page. — Image from GoFundMe
Showbiz / 13 Aug 2024

Pokémon American voice actress Rachael Lillis dies at 46 following battle with breast cancer

Thailand's ‘How to Make Millions Before Grandma Dies’ directed by Pat Boonitipat has created a phenomenon across the South-east Asia region.— Picture via Instagram/GSC
Showbiz / 12 Aug 2024

The post-pandemic rise of South-east Asian cinema: the regional blockbusters that you need to watch (VIDEO)

Saena, Aran, and Sio are set to re-debut though no other details including the group's new name has been shared. — Picture by IOK Company
Showbiz / 12 Aug 2024

K-pop girl group FIFTY FIFTY former members Saena, Aran and Sio scheduled to re-debut in second half of 2024 with new label

Taylor Swift presenting the Video Vanguard Award to Kanye West at the 2015 MTV Video Music Awards in Los Angeles, California in 2015. — REUTERS
Showbiz / 12 Aug 2024

Kanye West interrupted her 15 years ago, now Taylor Swift stops rapper from 11th consecutive No. 1 album, by topping the charts

The team-up of Deadpool and Wolverine has raked in more than US$1 billion globally. — Picture from Instagram/VancityReynolds
Showbiz / 12 Aug 2024

‘Deadpool & Wolverine’ top in N.American theaters, pass US$1 billion globally

Tom Cruise lands from the roof in front one of the stadium entrances during the closing ceremony of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games at the Stade de France. — AFP
Showbiz / 12 Aug 2024

Seine-sational! Hollywood ending to Paris Olympics as Tom Cruise abseils off Stade de France roof (VIDEO)

Three sold-out shows of the Vienna leg of Taylor Swift’s Eras tour was cancelled following the foiled attack. — REUTERS
Showbiz / 12 Aug 2024

Main suspect in planned attacks on Taylor Swift concerts denies involvement, claims he simply wanted to be ‘cool’

The moon is pictured with the Olympic cauldron and the Eiffel Tower. — Reuters pic
Showbiz / 11 Aug 2024

From Tom Cruise to Chili Peppers: Paris 2024 set for Hollywood ending tonight