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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  / 7 h ago

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

BAM doubles coaching director Rexy Mainaky said he is ready to step down as part of taking responsibility for the four-gold shortfall in Malaysia’s 2025 SEA Games badminton results. — Bernama pic
Sports  / 18 h ago

One gold, two silver, six bronze: Malaysia’s badminton chief admits shortfall, open to stepping down after SEA Games results

Malaysia’s sepak takraw team celebrates their historic 2-1 victory over Thailand in the men’s team regu final at Nakhon Pathom Gymnasium, ending a 34-year gold drought. — Bernama pic
Sports  / 19 h ago

Malaysia ends 34-year drought with SEA Games team regu gold over Thailand

Rain clouds are seen over the city centre in Kuala Lumpur, on Dec 8, 2024. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 4 h ago

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

Health workers move a woman on a stretcher to an ambulance after a shooting incident at Bondi Beach in Sydney. — AFP pic
World  / 19 h ago

Bloodshed at Bondi: 11 killed as gunfire tears through Sydney beach

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  / 5 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  / 5 h ago

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

Soh Wooi Yik (left) and Aaron Chia took the silver in the men’s doubles badminton final at the 2025 SEA Games in Bangkok on December 14, 2025. — Reuters pic
Sports  / 19 h ago

SEA Games heartbreak for Malaysia’s Aaron Chia-Soh Wooi Yik as Indonesia claims men’s doubles gold

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  / 4 h ago

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

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  / 5 h ago

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

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  / 5 h ago

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

People cross a street next to police vehicles after the shooting incident at Bondi Beach in Sydney. — AFP pic
World  / 17 h ago

Bondi Beach massacre draws international outrage, leaders vow to fight antisemitism

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  / 3 h ago

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

This screen grab of UGC video taken on December 14, 2025 and received courtesy of Mike Ortiz shows beach-goers fleeing Bondi Beach after gunmen opened fire. — AFP pic
World  / 19 h ago

Israel says Sydney Bondi shooting was antisemitic attack on Jews celebrating Hanukkah

Bollards line a pedestrian walkway in Kuala Lumpur, serving as safety barriers to keep vehicles off the pavement. — DBKL pic
Malaysia  / 3 h ago

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

Hailey Bieber has fuelled fresh rumours of a possible split from her husband, pop sensation Justin Bieber, after being spotted twice in New York City without her wedding ring. — Picture via Instagram/Hailey Bieber
Showbiz / 22 Jun 2025

Hailey Bieber raises eyebrows after stepping out without wedding ring in NYC

Hollywood actor Brad Pitt is seen before the Formula One Abu Dhabi Grand Prix at the Yas Marina Circuit in Abu Dhabi December 8, 2024. — Reuters pic
Showbiz / 22 Jun 2025

Brad Pitt takes on F1 for real, drives McLaren at Austin’s Circuit of the Americas

Irish rap group Kneecap singer, Liam O’Hanna (left), who performs under the stage name Mo Chara, stands with band mates Naoise O Caireallain, aka Moglai Bap (right) and JJ O’Dochartaigh aka DJ Provai (centre), outside Westminster Magistrates’ Court in London on June 18, 2025, after O’Hanna was released on bail until his next hearing in August. — AFP pic
Showbiz / 22 Jun 2025

Starmer says Irish rap group Kneecap shouldn’t play Glastonbury

Carina Lau shared a picture of herself with compatriot Stephen Chow. — Picture via Instagram/Carina Lau
Showbiz / 21 Jun 2025

A meeting of old friends: Fans thrilled to see Carina Lau sharing pic with Stephen Chow

The late Barbie Hsu Shi-yuan married husband DJ Koo in February 2022. — Picture via Weibo
Showbiz / 21 Jun 2025

Barbie Hsu’s widower DJ Koo rumoured to be shopping for new home closer to her grave

Lee Jun-young earned positive plaudits for his supporting actor role in 'When Life Gives You Tangerines'. — Picture via Instagram/Lee Jun-young
Showbiz / 21 Jun 2025

‘When Life Gives You Tangerines’ actor and singer Lee Jun-young to meet Malaysian fans in KL on Aug 30

According to media reports early last month, headscarf manufacturer Obor Holding Sdn Bhd is taking legal action against Pink Fate for allegedly owing the company RM4.65 million. — Picture from Instagram/missfazura
Showbiz / 21 Jun 2025

‘The company is one thing, I’m another,’ says Fazura amid RM4.65m lawsuit

Former Japanese AV actress Asuka Kirara (right)has stated that she has never accepted money for sex and denied allegations concerning her involvement with former The Boyz member Ju Haknyeon (left). — Picture composite via social media
Showbiz / 21 Jun 2025

Former Japanese AV actress Asuka Kirara denies allegations about her interactions with former The Boyz member Ju Haknyeon

Suga finished his military tenure as a social service agent today with little fanfare as fans looked forward to his reunion with the rest of the band. — Picture via Instagram/AgusD
Showbiz / 21 Jun 2025

Suga completes military service, ARMY rejoices: BTS now officially seven again

Spider frontman Tam promises an intimate yet energetic experience at the band’s upcoming unplugged concert, their first full-scale acoustic show in nearly 30 years. — Picture via Facebook/Spider
Showbiz / 21 Jun 2025

Back with new bite: Spider’s acoustic set promises rock with heart this October

World number one tennis player Jannik Sinner (left) is to release a duet with famous Italian tenor Andrea Bocelli, German Press Agency reported. — AFP/Reuters pix
Showbiz / 20 Jun 2025

Sport meets song: Tennis star Sinner and Italian tenor Bocelli release bilingual track ‘Dust and Glory’

US rapper Chris Brown leaves Southwark Crown Court in London, June 20, 2025, after pleading not guilty to attempting to cause grievous bodily harm with intent during an alleged London nightclub brawl in 2023. — AFP pic
Showbiz / 20 Jun 2025

US singer Chris Brown pleads not guilty in UK nightclub assault case, trial set for 2026

Live-action How To Train Your Dragon receives praise for its deep emotional impact and touching performances. — Screenshot from YouTube/Universal Pictures
Showbiz / 20 Jun 2025

Malay Mail’s Top 10 Picks: Live-action ‘How To Train Your Dragon’ soars to No. 1 in local box office, overtakes ‘Ejen Ali’ sequel after three weeks on top

The alleged incident took place at a nightclub in Hanover Square in London on February 19, 2023 while Brown was touring in the UK. — File pic via AFP
Showbiz / 20 Jun 2025

Singer Chris Brown faces London court over alleged bottle attack in nightclub assault case

Zaleha Hamid’s death on June 19, 2025 was confirmed by her husband Ungku Sulaiman Ungku Aziz. — Picture from Facebook/Masnie Mohamed
Showbiz / 20 Jun 2025

Malaysia’s ‘Queen of Dangdut’ Zaleha Hamid, dies in Johor hospital at age 70

The Konsert Legasi P.Ramlee will take place this September 20 at the Mega Star Arena Kuala Lumpur in Sungei Wang Plaza. — Picture courtesy of TanahAir Films.Films.
Showbiz / 19 Jun 2025

There’s a P. Ramlee tribute concert happening this September and here’s why it’s worth considering