News

Logo
Most Read
A still shows two performers in the controversial scene from the Universiti Malaya Theatre Carnival (KARVITER).
Malaysia  / 7 h ago

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

An Ampang Jaya Municipal Council (MPAJ) enforcer removes signs used to illegally block reserved spots beyond permitted hours. — MPAJ pic
Malaysia  / 8 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  / 6 h ago

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

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  / 6 h ago

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

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  / 11 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  / 8 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  / 3 h ago

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

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  / 11 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  / 9 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  / 4 h ago

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

The cover of ‘Memoir Shamsiah Fakeh: Dari Awas ke Rejimen ke-10’. — Screengrab via Gerakbudaya website
What You Think  / 7 h ago

Why does Malaysia fear the books that tell our story? — Khoo Ying Hooi

The Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) logo is seen at the headquarters in Kuala Lumpur on August 28, 2023. — Photo by Hari Anggara
Malaysia  / 9 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  / 3 h ago

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

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese arrives for an official visit to Malaysia at the Royal Malaysian Air Force (RMAF) Subang Air Base on April 15, 2025. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 7 h ago

Anwar hosts Australian PM Albanese for energy security talks amid US-Iran tensions

The US is imposing a military blockade of the Strait of Hormuz after Iran blocked shipping for over six weeks of war in a conflict which is on hold as a fragile two-week ceasefire remains in place. ― Reuters pic
World  / 8 h ago

Iran adviser threatens to sink US ships in Strait of Hormuz amid blockade tensions

Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong emphasised that Asia is particularly exposed, given its heavy reliance on imported energy that flows through the Strait of Hormuz.— TODAY pic
Singapore / 4 h ago

Singapore stresses energy security urgency for Asia amid West Asia conflict, says PM Wong

A new study has found that nearly one in five resident workers in Singapore holds qualifications above what their jobs require, yet most say they chose these roles voluntarily. — TODAY pic
Singapore / 1d ago

Singapore study finds 1 in 5 workers overqualified, but most choose such roles

The Ministry of Education said bullying and hurtful behaviour cases will be differentiated, with bullying assessed based on factors such as intent, impact and recalcitrance. — TODAY pic
Singapore / 1d ago

Caning, suspension, detention: Singapore schools to enforce standard punishments for bullying by 2027

Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong said both countries will continue to stay open, keep essential trade and supply lines flowing, and support one another. — Reuters pic
Singapore / 1d ago

Singapore, Brunei pledge stronger energy cooperation as West Asia conflict escalates

According to Channel NewsAsia, MAS noted in its latest quarterly macroeconomic review that firms are likely to adopt a more cautious stance on manpower expansion, with salary increases also expected to come in softer than in 2025. — Reuters pic
Singapore / 2d ago

Singapore hiring, wage growth set to soften in 2026 amid West Asia uncertainty, according to MAS

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 / 2d ago

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

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 / 2d 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 / 2d 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 / 2d ago

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

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
Singapore / 13 Apr 2026

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
Singapore / 13 Apr 2026

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
Singapore / 12 Apr 2026

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
Singapore / 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.
Singapore / 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
Singapore / 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
Singapore / 10 Apr 2026

Singapore, Australia deepen energy ties as fuel security concerns mount