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2026 will see some of the most anticipated malls opening to shoppers, with developers promising more than just conventional retail experience amid a major shift in what consumers expect from urban development. — Picture by Yusof Isa
Malaysia  / 11 h ago

Elevated shopping? Klang Valley malls slated to open in 2026 tout lifestyle‑driven experience

Petrol pumps shut at Samarahan Petronas station following diesel mix‑up and vehicle breakdowns. — The Borneo Post pic
Malaysia  / 8 h ago

Petrol mixed with diesel at Samarahan Petronas station stalls vehicles, forces temporary closure

Explaining his reasoning, Perlis State Legislative Assembly Speaker Rus’ele Eizan said the loss of the three seats could alter the balance of power in the assembly.
Malaysia  / 5 h ago

Perlis Speaker to notify EC, seeks by-elections for Chuping, Bintong, Guar Sanji to maintain assembly stability

Hannah Yeoh and Yeo Bee Yin share the spotlight. — Pictures by Raymond Manuel and Ahmad Zamzahuri
Opinion  / 8 h ago

A Christmas tale of two DAP ladies, no carols included

Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) Chief Commissioner Tan Sri Azam Baki presents items seized from Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob during a press conference at the MACC headquarters in Putrajaya, March 3, 2025. — Picture by Choo Choy May
Malaysia  / 7 h ago

From gold bars to bank raids, 2025 stands out as the government’s fiercest year against corruption

(L-R): Chuping Adun Saad Seman, Bintong Adun Fakhrul Anwar Ismail and Guar Sanji Adun Mohd Ridzuan Hashim. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 10 h ago

PAS expels three Perlis assemblymen under party constitution amid political unrest

An aerial view of the eatery, showing parts of the surrounding land that have eroded, has raised safety concerns among netizens. — Picture from social media
Malaysia  / 6 h ago

Dining in danger? Erosion threatens viral eatery along Simpang Pulai-Cameron Highlands road (VIDEO)

Umno Youth chief Dr Akmal Saleh has urged for Perikatan Nasional to be dissolved following fresh cracks in the coalition after PAS expelled three Perlis assemblymen. — Picture by Firdaus Latif
Malaysia  / 4 h ago

‘Perlis, oh Perlis’: Umno Youth chief calls out betrayal, urges end of Perikatan

The issue arose after a 27-second video circulated widely on social media, showing a man dressed as a woman receiving an award at an international event. — Pexels.com pic
Malaysia  / 5 h ago

Jawi tasked with probe after man seen dressed as woman at international event

Former activist lawyer Ravi Madasamy, better known as M. Ravi, took drugs with a friend before he was found unconscious at home, police said. — TODAY pic
Singapore  / 8 h ago

Singapore police say former lawyer M. Ravi took drugs before death; friend arrested

Abang Johari wishes everyone a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. — Picture via Facebook/Sarawakku
Malaysia  / 9 h ago

Christmas message from Abang Jo highlights surplus budget and bold vision for Sarawak’s growth

To enhance responsiveness, MBPP will utilise its CCTV network as ‘Intelligent Eyes’ to monitor real-time traffic conditions and identify congestion points, allowing for the swift deployment of enforcement teams. — Picture from Facebook/Aun Chuan
Malaysia  / 5 h ago

Holiday gridlock? Penang activates ‘Ops Payung’ to ease festive traffic

Perlis Menteri Besar Mohd Shukri Ramli has described PAS Central’s decision to immediately expel three Perlis assemblymen as a firm move that carries wisdom. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 6 h ago

Perlis MB hails PAS expulsion of three assemblymen amid questions over state stability

Peng Peiyun, a former head of China’s family planning commission, died this week, prompting renewed anger online over the one-child policy. — Reuters file pic
World  / 3 h ago

‘They are waiting for you over there’: No tributes, only anger after architect of China’s one-child policy dies

The investigation paper on the alleged police assault of a man during an arrest was yesterday submitted to the Selangor State Prosecutor’s Office for further instructions. — Picture by Choo Choy May
Malaysia  / 9 h ago

Police pledge transparency as Banting assault investigation paper handed to Selangor prosecutors

Naomi Osaka during a match in Toronto on August 8. — AFP pic
Sports / 10 Aug 2024

United Airlines loses Naomi Osaka’s luggage, tennis star jokes about missing Cincinnati Open

Ethiopia’s Tamirat Tola competes in the men’s marathon of the athletics event at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games August 10, 2024. — AFP pic
Sports / 10 Aug 2024

Ethiopia’s Tola storms to men’s marathon Olympic gold as Kipchoge drops out

World DanceSport Federation said Afghan refugee athlete Manizha Talash Talash was “disqualified for displaying a political slogan on her attire” during the B-Girl breaking pre-qualifier in the Paris Games. — Reuters pic
Sports / 10 Aug 2024

Refugee athlete disqualified from Paris Games for ‘Free Afghan Women’ cape in breakdancing pre-qualifiers (VIDEO)

Twin sisters Wang Liuyi and Qianyi are among Team China who performed in the artistic swimming team free routine at the Aquatics Centre in Saint-Denis, France on August 06, 2024. — Reuters
Sports / 10 Aug 2024

It’s battle of the twins in Paris Olympic pool with China taking gold, beating Austria and the Netherlands in duet artistic swimming

Imane Khelif told a news conference: “I was born a woman and I have lived as a woman, but there are enemies to success and they can't digest my success.” — AFP pic
Sports / 10 Aug 2024

‘I am a woman’: Algerian gender row boxer Imane Khelif thanks fans for support, says Olympic gold best answer to ‘fierce campaign’ against her

Nurul Izzah Izzati Mohd Asri trailed Canada’s Lauriane Genest with a time difference of 0.059 seconds. — Picture from Facebook/Olympic Council of Malaysia
Sports / 10 Aug 2024

Malaysia’s track cyclist Nurul Izzah Izzati ends Olympic debut in women’s individual sprint repechage 

China’s Cao Yuan competes in the men's 10m platform diving preliminary during the Paris 2024 Olympic Games at the Aquatics Centre in Saint-Denis, north of Paris, on August 9, 2024. — AFP pic
Sports / 10 Aug 2024

Paris 2024 medal tally (Aug 10): US has 111 overall, but tie with China for gold at 33

17-year-old Malaysian Muay Thai fighter Johan 'Jojo' Ghazali is preparing to face Josue Cruz of Mexico at his next match under ONE 168: Denver fight card. — Picture courtesy of ONE Championship
Sports / 10 Aug 2024

Teenage Muay Thai fighter Johan ‘Jojo’ Ghazali ‘grateful’ for first defeat, eyes next ONE Championship match

Datuk Mohd Azizulhasni Awang (left) and Muhammad Shah Firdaus Sahrom posing after winning the Men’s Elite Keirin Final 1-7 starlist during the Asian Track Championship and Para Track Championship held at the National Velodrome in Nilai, Negeri Sembilan on June 18, 2023 — Picture By Raymond Manuel
Sports / 10 Aug 2024

Paris Olympics 2024: Who are the Malaysians in action today (Aug 10), and when can you watch them?

The charm of pickleball lies in its simplicity; setting up a court is relatively easy with just a portable net, paddles, a wiffle ball and a friend. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin
Sports / 10 Aug 2024

As pickleball gains traction with appeal across age groups, discover the best spots to play in Malaysia (VIDEO)

Pickleball is played using a racket or paddle in which two players (singles) or four players (doubles) use to hit a perforated, hollow plastic ball over a net until one side is unable to return the ball or commits a rule infraction. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin
Sports / 10 Aug 2024

What do Selena Gomez, George Clooney and Serena Williams have in common? Playing pickleball, and here’s how you get ready to join in a game (VIDEO)

Malaysian diver Nur Dhabitah Sabri’s hopes for an Olympic medal in the women’s 3-metre springboard event fell short today at the 2024 Paris Olympics. — Reuters pic
Sports / 09 Aug 2024

Nur Dhabitah falls short in Paris springboard final, takes last spot

National diver Bertrand Rhodict Lises concluded his debut at the 2024 Paris Olympic Games disappointingly today. — AFP pic
Sports / 09 Aug 2024

Paris 2024: Diver Bertrand’s Olympic debut ends in disappointment 

On Friday, Imane Algeria’s Khelif takes on China’s Yang Liu in the 66kg final. — Reuters pic
Sports / 09 Aug 2024

Algerian boxer in gender row goes for Olympic gold

Besides a gynaecologist, Ariana Ramsey also saw a dentist and ophthalmologist and was prescribed glasses (which were also free). — USA Today via Reuters pic
Sports / 09 Aug 2024

US Olympian goes viral for getting in Paris what she can’t in the US — free healthcare (VIDEO)

South Korean silver medalist Kim Ye-ji had become a viral sensation due to her 'cool' demeanour at the Olympics. — Reuters file pic
Sports / 09 Aug 2024

South Korean Olympic shooter and viral star Kim Ye-ji collapses at press conference