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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  / 9 h ago

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

A still shows two performers in the controversial scene from the Universiti Malaya Theatre Carnival (KARVITER).
Malaysia  / 11 h ago

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

A passenger disembarks from a Rapid KL bus in Kuala Lumpur in this undated photograph. — Picture by Hari Anggara
Malaysia  / 10 h ago

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

An Ampang Jaya Municipal Council (MPAJ) enforcer removes signs used to illegally block reserved spots beyond permitted hours. — MPAJ pic
Malaysia  / 11 h ago

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

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  / 5 h ago

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

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  / 14 h ago

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

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  / 7 h ago

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

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  / 12 h ago

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

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  / 4 h ago

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

The Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) logo is seen at the headquarters in Kuala Lumpur on August 28, 2023. — Photo by Hari Anggara
Malaysia  / 12 h ago

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

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  / 14 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  / 12 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  / 8 h ago

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

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  / 6 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  / 7 h ago

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

The French Open, staged annually at Roland-Garros, has maintained equal prize money for men and women. — AFP pic
Sports / 1 h ago

French Open boosts prize money 9.5pc, trials wearable tech and honours retiring players

Players care for Liverpool’s French striker #22 Hugo Ekitike who lies injured during the Uefa Champions League quarter final, second-leg football match between Liverpool and Paris Saint-Germain at Anfield in Liverpool April 14, 2026. — AFP pic
Sports / 2 h ago

‘Huge blow’: Liverpool and France confirm Ekitike out of season and World Cup with Achilles rupture

Pearly Tan expressed deep regret over her withdrawal, apologising to teammates, stakeholders and fans for being unable to represent the country in the prestigious team event. — AFP pic
Sports / 5 h ago

Malaysia suffer blow as Pearly Tan withdraws from Uber Cup Finals with back injury

FIFA president Gianni Infantino said Iran is scheduled to play its three Group G matches in the United States—two in Los Angeles and one in Seattle—with its base for the tournament in Tucson, Arizona. — AFP pic
Sports / 8 h ago

Infantino says Iran will ‘for sure’ play in 2026 World Cup despite Middle East war

Guillermo Hoyos, previously Miami’s sporting director, replaces Javier Mascherano, who departed the club for “personal reasons” on Tuesday, just four months after guiding the club to its first MLS Cup title. — AFP pic
Sports / 9 h ago

Messi mentor Hoyos appointed Inter Miami coach, insists friendship won’t soften discipline

With Arsenal missing the injured Bukayo Saka, Martin Odegaard and Jurrien Timber, Arteta saluted Declan Rice’s decision to face Sporting despite being unable to train on Tuesday. — AFP pic
Sports / 12 h ago

Arsenal grind out 1-0 aggregate win over Sporting Lisbon as Arteta insists side can handle pressure

Bayern Munich's Colombian forward Luis Diaz (L) and Bayern Munich's English forward Harry Kane celebrate after scoring the third goal against Real Madrid. — AFP pic
Sports / 12 h ago

Bayern Munich stun Real Madrid 4-3 as late Diaz strike seals semi-final spot

National doubles coaching director Rexy Mainaky announced that among the contents of the programme at the training camp based in Herning is the element of match simulation as an important preparation ahead of the 2026 Thomas Cup and Uber Cup in Horsens, Denmark from April 24 to May 3. — Bernama pic
Sports / 1d ago

Malaysia turn to Herning simulations as final tune‑up for Thomas and Uber Cup, says Rexy

Sepak Takraw Association of Malaysia (PSM) president Datuk Mohd Sumali Reduan (2nd right) speaks at the launch and voting of the TM ISTAF Sepak Takraw Kuala Lumpur 2026 World Cup at the Sepak Takraw Academy Complex in Kuala Lumpur April 15, 2026. The 2026 Sepak Takraw World Cup Division 1 regu event has been cancelled after a majority of teams withdrew due to the West Asian conflict. — Bernama pic
Sports / 1d ago

2026 Sepak Takraw World Cup: West Asian conflict triggers 10 withdrawals, forcing Division 1 regu cancellation

National sepak takraw head coach Ahmad Jais Baharun speaks during a press conference after the launch and voting of the TM ISTAF Sepak Takraw Kuala Lumpur 2026 World Cup at the Sepak Takraw Academy Complex in Kuala Lumpur April 15, 2026. — Bernama pic
Sports / 1d ago

Malaysia land Japan and Singapore in ‘balanced’ Group A for 2026 Takraw World Cup, says coach

Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil said today that the Cabinet has not discussed the broadcast of the 2026 World Cup in the country. — Picture by Firdaus Latif
Sports / 1d ago

No talks yet on Malaysia’s 2026 World Cup broadcast, says communications minister

Oriental Daily News general manager Pattrik Ting said many teams have already registered, with doubles events proving particularly popular. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin
Sports / 1d ago

Oriental Daily News Pickleball Malaysia Open 2026 draws strong response with RM70,000 prize pool

In an increasingly technology-driven world, e-sports is no longer just a digital competitive arena but also a space that cultivates various soft and technical skills such as strategic thinking, communication, teamwork and quick decision-making. — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa
Sports / 1d ago

E-sports increasingly viewed as platform to develop students’ thinking and teamwork skills

National women’s singles head coach Iskandar Zulkarnain Zainuddin said confidence was high based on the current form of the women shuttlers selected for the prestigious team event. — Bernama pic
Sports / 1d ago

Malaysia can end 16-year Uber Cup knockout drought, says women’s singles coach

Lee Zii Jia said the status gives the national squad a distinct advantage which is seen as having the opportunity to go far if each player plays their respective roles well. — AFP pic
Sports / 1d ago

Lee Zii Jia sees Malaysia as ‘dark horse’ for Thomas Cup in Denmark

Liverpool's French striker Hugo Ekitike leaves the pitch via a stretcher during the UEFA Champions League quarter-final, second-leg football match against Paris Saint-Germain. — AFP pic
Sports / 1d ago

Slot says Hugo Ekitike may miss rest of season after injury in Liverpool’s PSG defeat