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A still shows two performers in the controversial scene from the Universiti Malaya Theatre Carnival (KARVITER).
Malaysia  / 9 h ago

Too hot in here: Universiti Malaya apologises, disqualifies theatre performance over steamy bed scene

It may be just down the road from a much more famous place, but don’t miss out on the excellent Hokkien mee at Peng Yuan. — Picture by Ethan Lau
Eat-drink  / 8 h ago

Underrated: Peng Yuan Hokkien Mee in PJ Section 14 deserves its moment in the spotlight

An Ampang Jaya Municipal Council (MPAJ) enforcer removes signs used to illegally block reserved spots beyond permitted hours. — MPAJ pic
Malaysia  / 9 h ago

Red bays are public after 6.30pm — MPAJ warns businesses against ‘chop’ culture following Ampang Point ops

A passenger disembarks from a Rapid KL bus in Kuala Lumpur in this undated photograph. — Picture by Hari Anggara
Malaysia  / 8 h ago

Cheap but out of reach: Why Malaysians can’t quit their cars despite affordable public transport

How do you know if you are hopping on to a licensed tour van or tour bus? It will have the government-required words “BAS PERSIARAN” and the colour coniferous green on one-third of the vehicle’s body.— Picture by Choo Choy May
Malaysia  / 13 h ago

How illegal ‘kereta sapu’ are hurting licensed Malaysian tour van, bus operators

Billionaire Robert Kuok leaves Ilham Tower after attending his first meeting with the Council of Elders in Kuala Lumpur on May 22, 2018. — Picture by Mukhriz Hazim
Malaysia  / 10 h ago

How much was your raise? Malaysia’s 50 richest see wealth rocket up 30pc to US$116b

Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Federal Territories) Hannah Yeoh reportedly defended the 'Bangun KL' campaign, saying it is a private sector initiative by Zus Coffee Group that does not use public funds. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 5 h ago

‘Better than doing nothing’: Hannah Yeoh defends Bangun KL, says it uses no public funds

Ministers Hannah Yeoh, Datuk Fahmi Fadzil and other officials stand beside an abandoned car being collected for disposal at PPR Pantai Ria in Kuala Lumpur on April 16, 2026. — Photo by Firdaus Latif
Malaysia  / 3 h ago

Move it or lose it: DBKL goes on a 4,500-vehicle towing spree

Datuk Fadil Marsus reportedly said four armed men robbed a gold shop on Jalan Tun Sambanthan this morning, fleeing with 21 trays of jewellery weighing about 15kg. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 2 h ago

Armed robbers hit Brickfields gold shop, flee with RM9.7m jewellery

A concept model of the Global Combat Air Programme (GCAP)'s fighter jet is displayed during the Defence Security Equipment International (DSEI) Japan at Makuhari Messe in Chiba, east of Tokyo May 21, 2025. — Reuters pic
World  / 13 h ago

Rattled by Trump, US allies eye Japan’s biggest arms‑export shift since WW2

Penang Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow speaks at a press conference after officiating the State Disaster Control Centre at Komtar in George Town on October 14, 2025. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 10 h ago

Penang CM: Physical works for next phases of Juru-Sungai Dua decongestion project to kick off in Q3

Police inspector Kamal Raj Abdullah arrives at the Kuala Lumpur Court Complex on April 16, 2026. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin
Malaysia  / 6 h ago

‘I don’t remember’ — Inspector who ran over traffic cops claims bewitched by ‘black magic’

The Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) logo is seen at the headquarters in Kuala Lumpur on August 28, 2023. — Photo by Hari Anggara
Malaysia  / 11 h ago

DBKL announces 13-day, 24-hour closure of Lorong Jalan TAR for sewerage repairs

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim (second from right) accompanied Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese during the official welcome ceremony at the Perdana Putra Complex today, in conjunction with his three-day official visit to Malaysia from April 15 to 17. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 5 h ago

Anwar: Malaysia to prioritise domestic fuel, supply surplus to Australia

A Toyota Vios is seen after it reportedly lost control and crashed into a Toyota Hilux on Jalan Kuala Selangor-Teluk Intan heading towards Sekinchan on March 11, 2025. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 6 h ago

Tired of reckless drivers? Study shows 71pc of Malaysians support tougher traffic penalties

Japan’s Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi poses with members of British rock band Deep Purple, Don Airey, Ian Paice, Ian Gillan, Roger Glover and Simon McBride during their meeting at the Prime Minister’s Office in Tokyo April 10, 2026. — Reuters pic
Showbiz / 10 Apr 2026

‘You are my god’: Japan’s drummer PM Takaichi meets Deep Purple’s Ian Paice, fan mode unlocked

The highlight of the opening night will be Sabrina Carpenter, who promised “the most ambitious show” of her career in an interview with Perfect Magazine. — Picture via Instagram
Showbiz / 10 Apr 2026

Coachella 2026 kicks off in the desert as Sabrina Carpenter leads star-studded opening night

Actors Chris Meledandri, Jack Black, Benny Safdie, Donald Glover, Chris Pratt, Anya Taylor-Joy, Charlie Day, Keegan-Michael Key, Brie Larson and Shigeru Miyamoto attend the world premiere of “The Super Mario Galaxy Movie” at Minamiza Theater in Kyoto on March 28, 2026. — AFP pic
Showbiz / 10 Apr 2026

Malay Mail’s top 10 picks: ‘Super Mario’ blasts off, ‘Malaikat Malam’ keeps pace at the local box office

‘Circus of Life’ is set for release on May 7. — Picture courtesy of Mega Films Distribution
Showbiz / 10 Apr 2026

New Malaysian film ‘Circus of Life’ to explore a mother’s unwavering love amid son’s struggles

Hip hop pioneer Afrika Bambaataa speaks during a press conference to announce the launch of “Hip-Hop Won’t Stop: The Beat, The Rhymes, The Life” at the Hilton Hotel in New York City on February 28, 2006. — AFP pic
Showbiz / 10 Apr 2026

Afrika Bambaataa, ‘Planet Rock’ legend and Zulu Nation founder, dead at 68

Director Euzhan Palcy, actor Michael J. Fox, songwriter Diane Warren and director Peter Weir pose with their honorary Oscar during the 13th Governors Awards in Los Angeles, California November 19, 2022. — Reuters pic
Showbiz / 10 Apr 2026

Michael J. Fox to CNN: I'm not dead yet, but thanks for the annual reminder

No. 4 Plaistow Grove (centre) in Bromley, south-east of London, originally built as a railway workers’ cottage in the late 19th century, is the childhood home of pop phenomenon David Bowie. — AFP pic
Showbiz / 09 Apr 2026

From Bromley to stardom: Step inside David Bowie’s bedroom where a pop legend learned to dream big

A woman poses for a photo in front of a banner featuring K-pop boy band BTS at a stadium in Goyang on April 9, 2026. — AFP pic
Showbiz / 09 Apr 2026

Can BTS beat Taylor Swift’s ‘Eras’? Analysts say new ‘ARIRANG’ tour might do it

iQIYI is gearing up to release new original local content, including ‘Griya’ and ‘Madu Atau Racun’, along with three other exciting Malay titles. — Picture courtesy of iQIYI
Showbiz / 08 Apr 2026

iQIYI lines up five new Malaysian originals for 2026, spanning romance, family and suspense

Matthew Perry, 54, was found dead in the hot tub of his Los Angeles home in October 2023, with an autopsy determining he had high levels of ketamine in his system. — Reuters pic
Showbiz / 08 Apr 2026

‘Ketamine Queen’ to be sentenced over ‘Friends’ star Matthew Perry’s death

‘Pegasus 3’ has become the highest-grossing film of 2026, surpassing several recent Hollywood releases. — Screengrab from YouTube
Showbiz / 08 Apr 2026

China’s ‘Pegasus 3’ races to top 2026 global box office, beating Hollywood rivals

iQIYI International global ambassador and actress Esther Yu attends a meet-the-fans event in Kuala Lumpur on April 7, 2026. — Picture by Yusof Isa
Showbiz / 08 Apr 2026

C-drama star Esther Yu captivates Kuala Lumpur in first-ever Malaysia fan meet

US rapper Kanye West meets with US President Donald Trump in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington, DC on October 11, 2018. — AFP pic
Showbiz / 08 Apr 2026

Wireless Festival scrapped as UK Home Office bans Kanye from entering Britain

Bryan Cranston attends the New York premiere of the Hulu revival series “Malcolm in the Middle: Life’s Still Unfair” at the DGA Theater on April 7, 2026. — Getty Images/AFP pic
Showbiz / 08 Apr 2026

Nostalgia sells: Streaming services bet big on 2000’s reboots like ‘Malcolm in the Middle,’ ‘Scrubs’

Kanye West has previously expressed regret over his antisemitic rants, which he blamed on his bipolar disorder. — AFP pic
Showbiz / 07 Apr 2026

Kanye West offers to meet UK Jewish community amid antisemitism backlash

Malaysian rally legend Karamjit Singh is set to be honoured in the upcoming film “Terbang”. — Picture courtesy of Astro Shaw
Showbiz / 07 Apr 2026

Flying Sikh’s legacy takes flight: Rally legend Karamjit shares hopes for ‘Terbang’