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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

An illustration shows the Anthropic logo on March 1, 2026. — Reuters pic
Tech-gadgets / 1d ago

Why Anthropic’s Mythos AI poses ‘catastrophic’ cybersecurity risk to banks running antiquated tech

‘Last Flag’, five years in the making, marks Dan Reynolds’ shift from global rock stages to game development. — Picture via LastFlag.com
Tech-gadgets / 12 Apr 2026

Can a rock star ship a hit game? Imagine Dragons’ frontman Dan Reynolds is about to find out with ‘Last Flag’ (VIDEO)

At HumanX, a conference on AI’s future, executives preached adaptability while sidestepping how deeply AI could cut into jobs. — AFP pic
Tech-gadgets / 12 Apr 2026

‘Stop hiring humans’: Inside AI’s uneasy message to the workforce

Anthropic has delayed its ‘Mythos’ AI model over fears it could be exploited to enhance cyberattacks. — AFP pic
Tech-gadgets / 11 Apr 2026

Too powerful to launch? Anthropic hits pause on coding beast ‘Mythos’ that could supercharge hackers

A media briefing and live demonstration of Sonos’ latest speakers took place at The Starhill Gallery, where journalists experienced the new audio lineup up close.
Tech-gadgets / 10 Apr 2026

Plug, play, party: Sonos rolls out new speakers for the ultimate home audio setup

An illustration shows the Anthropic logo on May 20, 2024. — Reuters pic
Tech-gadgets / 10 Apr 2026

AI alarm bells: US Fed, Treasury sound warning to banks over Anthropic’s Mythos cyber risks

An LED billboard celebrates OpenAI’s acquisition of the tech podcast TBPN. — Screenshot from X/Dylan Abruscato
Tech-gadgets / 05 Apr 2026

Build your own media empire: TBPN joins OpenAI fold, but is it news or marketing in disguise?

An employee inspects an Airbus VSR700 uncrewed aerial system (UAS) helicopter drone at the Survey Copter factory, an Airbus subsidiary in Pierrelatte, southern France, March 31, 2026. — AFP pic
Tech-gadgets / 03 Apr 2026

Airbus leans into drone warfare with copter-linked systems after Ukraine lessons

The Cyberspace Administration of China’s proposed rules would require prominent ‘digital human’ labels on all virtual human content and prohibit digital humans from providing ‘virtual intimate relationships’ to those under 18, according to rules published for public comment until May 6. — AFP pic
Tech-gadgets / 03 Apr 2026

China moves to regulate ‘digital humans’, bans addictive online services for children

This illustration photograph shows shows ‘Fruit Love Island’, an AI-generated TikTok micro-series based on the television hit ‘Love Island’ — except all the participants are sexy human-like fruit, in Tokyo on April 3, 2026. — AFP pic
Tech-gadgets / 03 Apr 2026

Swipe right on your smoothie: AI’s ‘Fruit Love Island’ is TikTok’s weirdest obsession

Instagram is exploring a paid plan for discreet Story viewing in select countries like Japan, Mexico and the Philippines. — AFP pic
Tech-gadgets / 01 Apr 2026

Secret Stories and ad-free perks: Meta tests US$2 subscription for Instagram in select countries

The Ray-Ban Meta Wayfarer Gen 2 smart glasses on display at the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, Spain on March 5, 2026, featuring a 12MP camera, 3K video, and built-in Meta AI. — Picture by Joan Cros/NurPhoto via AFP
Tech-gadgets / 01 Apr 2026

I spy with my Ray-Bans: Kenya eyes Meta glasses over alleged data snooping