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Under the Sumbang Tunai Rahmah (STR), eligible recipients receive direct cash assistance from the government to help cover living costs. — Picture by Yusof Isa
Malaysia  / 15 h ago

With Sara closing, Malaysians can access alternative govt cash and subsidy programmes

Rain clouds are seen over the city centre in Kuala Lumpur, on Dec 8, 2024. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 12 h ago

MetMalaysia issues thunderstorm warning for Klang Valley, six states until 1pm

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  / 8 h ago

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

Despite nearly 80 per cent of speed tests being conducted on 5G-capable devices, most Malaysian users still spend two-thirds of their time on 4G networks due to coverage gaps. — Picture by Mukhriz Hashim
Malaysia  / 13 h ago

Malaysia’s 5G speeds have nearly halved as network comes under strain, Ookla reports

In a statement uploaded on his Facebook page, Johor Menteri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi said the declaration was made in compliance with the decree of the Regent of Johor, Tunku Mahkota Ismail, as a mark of celebration for the team’s outstanding achievement in continuing its dominance in Malaysian football. — Picture from Facebook/Onn Hafiz Ghazi
Malaysia  / 13 h ago

Johor declares special public holiday after JDT’s FA Cup 2025 win, SPM exams to proceed as scheduled

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  / 9 h ago

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

According to the author, DAP’s quiet on key issues—from Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi’s DNAA to Tan Sri Azam Baki’s contract extension and ongoing corruption under Madani — risks alienating Chinese voters, a lesson already seen in Sabah’s polls. — Picture by Ahmad Zamzahuri
What You Think  / 12 h ago

The end of DAP’s ‘Golden Era’? — Izmil Amri

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  / 10 h ago

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

People hold placards during a Hanukkah menorah lighting in Berlin, Germany on December 14, 2025, in solidarity with Australians after the Bondi Beach shooting. — AFP pic
World  / 13 h ago

Fruit seller disarms Bondi Beach gunman, now hospitalised with gunshot wounds as world hail him as ‘hero’

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  / 8 h ago

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

A general view shows the exterior of the Seri Negara in Kuala Lumpur on December 15, 2025. — Picture by Yusof Isa
Malaysia  / 8 h ago

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

Personal belongings lie at the scene of a deadly shooting during a Jewish celebration at Sydney’s Bondi Beach on December 15, 2025. — AFP pic
World  / 13 h ago

Bondi shooting leaves 16 dead as Australian police identify father-and-son gunmen in alleged antisemitic attack

Bollards line a pedestrian walkway in Kuala Lumpur, serving as safety barriers to keep vehicles off the pavement. — DBKL pic
Malaysia  / 11 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  / 11 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  / 9 h ago

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

The much-awaited live action of ‘She-Ra: Princess of Power’ just got a news update. — Image courtesy of Filmation
Showbiz / 06 Oct 2024

‘She-Ra: Princess of Power’ live-action ropes in ‘What the Constitution Means to Me’ creator Heidi Schreck to write, executive produce (VIDEO)

Tyler Perry is the richest actor — Picture from Reuters
Showbiz / 06 Oct 2024

Forget Tom Cruise, Shah Rukh Khan or Dwayne Johnson — the world's richest actor worth RM5.9b only has one hit film series

Syed Saddiq and Bella have been friends for six years. — Picture from Instagram/syedsaddiq
Showbiz / 06 Oct 2024

Muar MP Syed Saddiq cameos in music video of new single by Sabahan singer and actress Bella Astillah (VIDEO)

Chris Martin revealed that each vinyl is crafted from nine plastic bottles collected from the Klang river in Selangor, Malaysia and the Cisadane river in Jakarta, Indonesia. — Picture from The Ocean Cleanu
Showbiz / 05 Oct 2024

Each Coldplay ‘Moon Music’ vinyl record revealed to be made from nine recycled plastic bottles — from Malaysia's Klang river (VIDEO)

Naomi Campbell was banned from being a charity trustee for five years after an inquiry found that funds raised for good causes were used for spa treatments and cigarettes. — Picture from Facebook/naomicampbell
Showbiz / 05 Oct 2024

Charity funds raised used for spa treatments and cigarettes: Supermodel Naomi Campbell admits failures, denies misconduct

The 2024 ‘Dalmajung BTS X MU:DS’ collection is a series of merchandise that blends the beauty of traditional Korean culture with the influence of BTS. — Picture from Big Hit Music
Showbiz / 05 Oct 2024

BTS and beauty of traditional Korean culture focus of new merchandise series as group reunites with South Korea's National Museum Cultural Foundation

Rajinikanth took to X to thank well-wishers in his first statement after he was discharged on Thursday evening after a brief hospitalisation. — Screenshot from X/rajinikanth
Showbiz / 05 Oct 2024

Rajinikanth thanks well-wishers in postings on X after discharged following brief hospitalisation

Will Taeyang, G-Dragon and Daesung get back together to perform onstage at the 2024 MAMA Awards? — Pictures from Instagram/Taeyang, G-Dragon and Daesung
Showbiz / 05 Oct 2024

Will BigBang be performing as a group at the 2024 MAMA Awards? Organiser Mnet responds

Do you feel old yet? Eminem is going to be a grandpa. — Screenshot from Youtube/Eminem
Showbiz / 05 Oct 2024

Rapper Eminem is going to be a grandfather: daughter Hailie Jade's revelation of pregnancy shared in touching ‘Temporary’ music video (VIDEO)

Garth Brooks is married to fellow country superstar, Trisha Yearwood. — Picture from Facebook/GarthBrooks
Showbiz / 05 Oct 2024

Country legend Garth Brooks denies rape accusation, claims ‘hassled with threats, lies’ for not writing cheque for ‘millions of dollars’

There has been a revival of demands in physical format music around the globe since 2010. — Picture by Arif Zikri
Showbiz / 05 Oct 2024

Not just surviving, but thriving — here’s why Malaysian music lovers still opt for music in physical formats

The Wild Robot has surpassed Transformers One to claim the No. 1 spot. — Picture Via Instagram/gscinemas
Showbiz / 04 Oct 2024

Malay Mail weekend Top 10: Animated features continue Malaysian box-office domination as ‘The Wild Robot’ edges out ‘Transformers One’ for top spot

— Picture from Instagram/brucespringsteen
Showbiz / 04 Oct 2024

‘Donald Trump is the most dangerous candidate for president in my lifetime ’: Bruce Springsteen endorses Kamala Harris for US presidential election (VIDEO)

Will Jin Ong's ‘Abang Adik’ make Malaysia's Oscars dream a reality. — Picture by Netflix
Showbiz / 04 Oct 2024

Oscar dream: ‘Abang Adik’ to represent Malaysia at the 97th Academy Awards Best International Feature Film (VIDEO)

Garth Brooks stands accused of raping a hair and makeup artist in the latest claim of sexual wrongdoing to rock the entertainment world. — AFP
Showbiz / 04 Oct 2024

US country legend Garth Brooks accused of rape in new lawsuit by former hair and makeup artist

Alec Baldwin exits the 6th precinct of the New York Police Department in New York on November 2, 2018. — Picture from Reuters
Showbiz / 03 Oct 2024

Alec Baldwin‘s ‘Rust’ set for world premiere next month in Poland, nearly three years after tragic death of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins on set