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Moderate steps, including reducing daily travel, planning purchases carefully and curbing waste, can have a direct impact on national fuel consumption. — Picture by Raymond Manuel

Malaysia / 7 h ago

As fuel costs rise, Malaysians urged to rethink spending, travel and daily habits

A nine-second viral video sparked public outrage after showing an express bus driver with a woman on his lap while driving on the North-South Expressway on April 12, 2026. — Screengrab from social media

Malaysia / 3 h ago

Passenger who shot viral video of lap-sitting on moving bus says he acted to prevent danger

An oil tanker is docked unloading crude oil at the port in Qingdao, in China’s eastern Shandong province, on April 7, 2026. — CN-STR handout pic via AFP

What You Think / 16 h ago

When strategy becomes excess: The perils of blocking the Strait of Hormuz that may require Australia and Malaysia to help to resolve — Phar Kim Beng

The driver suspected of injuring a traffic constable on duty is a 40-year-old police inspector who has been diagnosed with schizophrenia and is currently on special medical leave, as well as in the process of being retired on medical grounds upon the recommendation of the Medical Board. — File picture by Ahmad Zamzahuri

Malaysia / 4 h ago

Cops identify KL hit-and-run suspect as police inspector with schizophrenia, facing medical retirement

MCMC is suing Sunway Lagoon for RM1.85 million over alleged mass food poisoning at a family day event in 2025. — Unsplash pic

Malaysia / 1 h ago

Food poisoning row heads to court as MCMC seeks RM1.85m from Sunway Lagoon

A federal agency CEO is under MACC investigation over a bribery case involving RM100,000 cash for a squash court project. — Picture by Choo Choy May .

Malaysia / 5 h ago

MACC nabs federal agency CEO over RM1m bribe linked to squash court project

In a social media post, US President Donald Trump said the bulk of Iran’s navy had already been destroyed during the war, but that if any of what he said were Tehran’s few remaining ‘fast attack ships’ approach the blockade ‘they will be immediately ELIMINATED.’ — Reuters pic

World / 5 h ago

Trump ups the stakes: Iranian boats near blockade to be ‘immediately eliminated’

Jasin police are looking for the man who drove an express bus on the North-South Highway and the woman on his lap. — File picture by Farhan Najib

Malaysia / 3 h ago

Sacked bus driver and partner now wanted by police over viral lap-sitting stunt on Jasin highway

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said a meeting involving the National Security Council (MKN), focusing on security implications, and the National Economic Action Council (MTEN), addressing economic concerns, will be held tomorrow. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 18 h ago

Malaysian govt to keep reviewing prices, fuel measures, says Anwar

Malaysia-based economist Dr Geoffrey William said WFH could offer cost savings for both consumers and the government, especially in reducing fuel consumption and subsidy spending. — AFP file pic

Malaysia / 7 h ago

WFH trims travel expenses yet raises home power bills, says expert

Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail places a hat as a symbolic gesture of trust and responsibility for the Malaysia Border Guard on behalf of retired Staff Sergeant Taufik Maulop (right) during the launch of the Malaysia Border Guard (Armed Forces Veterans) Initiative 2026 under the Malaysian Border Control and Protection Agency (AKPS) at the Malaysia Prison Academy in Kajang, April 13, 2026. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 18 h ago

Home minister: 48 ex-armed forces personnel picked as first batch of Malaysia Border Guard

This photo illustration created on April 13, 2026 shows a picture of US President Donald Trump on a screen and an AI-generated picture he posted on his Truth Social platform depicting himself as Jesus Christ after criticising Pope Leo XIV. — AFP pic

World / 5 h ago

Trump AI post portraying him as Jesus-like figure fuels backlash in Pope Leo feud

At 6pm, the local note slid to 3.9735/9805 against the US dollar from 3.9625/9680 at last Friday’s close. — Reuters pic

Money / 19 h ago

Ringgit closes lower against US dollar as West Asia tensions weigh on sentiment

Mohamed Nasser is a Consulting Editor involved in over 150 publications since 2008. Active as a poet and blogger, his solo book Aku Kaki Sakat appeared in 2019, alongside his well-known poem Penyair Apakah Kita Ini, also published in Indonesia.

Malaysia / 7 h ago

Malaysian writer Mohamed Nasser Mohamed shortlisted for Commonwealth short story prize

Pope Leo XIV arrives for the courtesy visit to the President of the Republic of Algeria, Abdelmadjid Tebboune, at the Presidential Palace, Algiers, Algeria, today. — AFP pic

World / 18 h ago

Pope Leo vows to keep speaking out against war after Trump calls him ‘terrible’

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Singapore IPO proceeds jump to US$967m in Q1 despite global slowdown, says EY report

Singapore recorded three IPOs during the quarter, with overall performance bolstered by a major real estate investment trust (REIT) listing on the Singapore Exchange, which contributed significantly to total proceeds, the firm said in its ‘Global IPO Trends’ report. — Reuters pic

SINGAPORE, April 14 — Singapore’s initial public offering (IPO) market raised US$967.1 million (RM3.82 billion) in the first quarter of 2026 despite a global slowdown, marking a rebound from zero listings a year earlier, EY said Monday, reported Xinhua.The country recorded three IPOs during the quarter, with overall performance bolstered...

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File picture of the Monetary Authority of Singapore’s headquarters in Singapore June 28, 2017. Singapore’s central bank tightened monetary policy today and raised its inflation outlook for 2026, citing rising uncertainty linked to the Middle East conflict and its impact on global energy supply. — Reuters pic

Singapore / 22 m ago

Singapore tightens policy as inflation outlook rises amid West Asia risks

People sit outside a construction site in Singapore in this file picture dated February 16, 2021. Singapore’s economy grew at a slower pace of 4.6 per cent year-on-year in the first quarter of 2026, slowing from 5.7 per cent in the previous quarter, according to advance estimates released by the Ministry of Trade and Industry (MTI) on Tuesday, reported CNA. — Reuters pic

Singapore / 4 h ago

Singapore GDP growth eases to 4.6pc in first quarter, advance estimates show

A view of the central business district skyline in Singapore. The study found that 67 per cent of Singapore businesses have a higher risk appetite for AI investment, compared with just 41 per cent globally, while 63 per cent of Singapore respondents allocate people and funding based on AI opportunities, above the global average of 51 per cent. — Reuters pic

Singapore / 5 h ago

Singapore bets big on AI, stakes claim as regional hub contender, according to PwC

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SCDF said the fire had already been extinguished by members of the public using a hose reel and fire extinguisher before its officers arrived.— Singapore Civil Defence Force pic

21 h ago

About 50 evacuated, one hospitalised after fire in Yishun HDB flat in Singapore

The surge in oil-related disruptions has driven up costs across packaging, transport, production and freight. — AFP pic

1d ago

Singapore manufacturers say energy crisis impact worse than Covid-19 pandemic

The Singapore Maritime and Port Authority (MPA) has launched an investigation into a container fire aboard the London-registered vessel Ever Lenient at PSA Pasir Panjang Terminal after the blaze was extinguished yesterday. — Unsplash pic

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Singapore Maritime and Port Authority probes fire on board London‑registered container ship at Pasir Panjang

Singapore authorities have reminded organisers of an event at Hong Lim Park Speakers’ Corner on April 11, 2026 to avoid any flags, symbols or discussions linked to the Israel–Palestine conflict. — Unsplash pics

11 Apr 2026

No Gaza or Israel displays allowed at Speakers’ Corner event today, Singapore authorities remind organisers

A YouTube screengrab from Mediacorp’s Chinese-language drama ‘Highway To Somewhere’, which has sparked debate in Malaysia over its scam-related storyline set in the country.

11 Apr 2026

Singapore series ‘Highway To Somewhere’ sparks row as Malaysians object to scam portrayal, Mediacorp says no country targeted

Singapore Opposition politician Lim Tean disputes a bankruptcy notice and accuses news outlets CNA and Mothership of defamatory reporting. — Picture from Facebook/Lim Tean

11 Apr 2026

Singapore politician Lim Tean says he is not bankrupt, vows legal action over CNA, Mothership reports

Australia’s Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Singapore’s Prime Minister Lawrence Wong shake hands during a joint press conference at the Istana, in Singapore April 10, 2026. SPH/LianHe Zaobao/Chia Ti Yan handout pic via Reuters

10 Apr 2026

Singapore, Australia deepen energy ties as fuel security concerns mount

Ryan Tan Yi Bin pleaded guilty to three counts of animal abuse and will also be barred from keeping animals for 12 months after completing his sentence. — AFP pic

10 Apr 2026

‘Sadistic’ cat abuser jailed over two years after string of brutal attacks in Singapore

The incident was shared on TikTok by a passenger identified as Alicia, who said she posted about it after struggling to process what she had seen. — Screengrab from TikTok/aliciatadah

10 Apr 2026

Ride-hailing trip in Singapore sparks probe over driver’s language rule (VIDEO)

The 39-year-old, who turns 40 in June, has built a career spanning multiple continents, featuring spells in Japan, Europe, South America, Central Asia and Oceania. — Picture from Facebook/Keisuke Honda

10 Apr 2026

Former Japan international Keisuke Honda to make Singapore Premier League switch with FC Jurong move

In a statement on Thursday, Singapore’s Ministry of Defence (Mindef) said the commitment was highlighted during a meeting between Minister for Defence Chan Chun Sing and Malaysian Chief of Defence Force General Datuk Malek Razak Sulaiman. — Pictures by Unsplash/Yusof Mat Isa

10 Apr 2026

Singapore, Malaysia reaffirm defence ties, stress regional stability cooperation

Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong said that while Singapore has been addressing the impact of ongoing conflicts in West Asia, particularly on energy security, the republic must remain vigilant across multiple fronts, including food resilience and critical supply chains. — Reuters pic

10 Apr 2026

Singapore must stay prepared as global order frays, says PM Wong

Malaysian High Commissioner to Singapore Datuk Azfar Mohamad Mustafar highlights the country’s charm as an accessible tourist destination to its Asean neighbours amid rising travel costs in 2026. — Bernama pic

09 Apr 2026

Thinking of a holiday abroad in this economy? Malaysia’s always here for you, envoy tells Singaporeans

Court documents stated that the alleged offences occurred on four occasions at a Housing Board flat in Yishun. — Unsplash pic via TODAY

09 Apr 2026

Singapore woman charged over sexual offences involving 15-year-old boy

Court documents state that Koh Junxiang grabbed the steering wheel twice during the drive, causing the vehicle to collide with a bus in the left lane before crashing into a guardrail. — Pexels.com pic

09 Apr 2026

Singapore man grabs wheel, crashes friend’s car after refusing to pay S$130 taxi stand fine

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