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Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim greets members of the public during his visit to the Permas Jaya area near Johor Bahru April 24, 2026. — Picture by Ben Tan

Malaysia / 19 h ago

Anwar confirms discussion with King on new MACC chief appointment, announcement to follow

A man was killed while his wife and four children were injured after their vehicle plunged into a ravine at Batu 21, Jalan Tapah heading towards Cameron Highlands yesterday. — Picture courtesy of Perak Fire and Rescue Department

Malaysia / 17 h ago

Man killed, wife and children injured after SUV skids into ravine near Cameron Highlands

Bukit Aman Criminal Investigation Department Director Datuk M. Kumar (centre) speaks during a press conference in Bukit Aman April 24, 2026. — Picture by Yusof Isa

Malaysia / 19 h ago

In unlikely twist, rescued South Korean kidnapping victim turns out to be Interpol-wanted fugitive

A National University of Singapore student has stepped down from a leadership role after videos of her making racist remarks circulated online, prompting a university investigation. — Picture from Facebook/National University of Singapore

Singapore / 15 h ago

Viral videos trigger investigation as NUS student quits leadership role over racist remarks

Bangladeshi national Muzahid Millad, 22, died from injuries sustained when the vehicle he was travelling in with his wife was struck by a suspected drunk driver after leaving Kuala Lumpur International Airport. — Composite picture via Facebook/Advance Gaming

Malaysia / 18 h ago

Military officer remanded in murder probe over alleged drunk driving crash that killed Bangladeshi man on MEX

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim with Johor Menteri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi at a food court in Permas Jaya, Johor, April 24, 2026. — Picture by Ben Tan

Malaysia / 15 h ago

Anwar: Two Malaysian fuel tankers stranded after Hormuz exit, Putrajaya opens talks with Iran

Members of the Royal Malaysia Police Christian community pose for a picture with Minister in the Prime Minister’s Office (Federal Territory) Hannah Yeoh, Bukit Aman Criminal Investigation Department (JSJ) Deputy Director (Forensic/Strategic Planning) DCP Datuk Dennis Lim Kwang Keng and Archbishop of Kuala Lumpur Julian Leow at St John’s Cathedral, Bukit Nanas, in conjunction with the 219th Police Day celebration April 24, 2026. — Picture via Facebook/Lance Corporal Norkhairunisa Ibrahim and Lance Corporal Bryanlie Mustin/Polis Diraja Malaysia ( Royal Malaysia Police )

Malaysia / 14 h ago

Hannah Yeoh joins PDRM Christian officers for 219th Police Day prayer at St John’s Cathedral in KL

China’s singles player Li Shi Feng (left) in action against Australia’s Shrey Dhand during a Group A match of the 2026 Thomas and Uber Cup in Horsens, Denmark, April 24, 2026. — Bernama pic

Sports / 13 h ago

China’s Thomas, Uber Cup teams rake up 5-0 wins as title defence begins in Horsens

The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has detained a former director of a telecommunications company for allegedly submitting documents containing false particulars to a development financial institution to secure approval for a loan of about RM200 million. — Picture by Choo Choy May

Malaysia / 13 h ago

MACC: Former company director arrested, to be charged over RM200m loan fraud

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim greets students during a meet-and-greet session with the Institute of Teacher Education and Form Six community at IPG Temenggong Ibrahim Campus in Johor Bahru. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 16 h ago

‘Bring the evidence’: Anwar dismisses claims of stolen money moved to Africa

Anne Hathaway used the Arabic phrase ‘Insya-Allah’, meaning ‘if God wills’, while speaking about her hopes for the future during an interview with ‘People’ magazine. — Screengrab from TikTok/People

Showbiz / 18 h ago

After ‘Insya-Allah’ remark sparks reactions, Anne Hathaway receives Quran from fan at London premiere (VIDEO)

Johor police chief Datuk Ab Rahaman Arsad speaks at a press conference at the Johor police contingent headquarters in Johor Bahru. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 17 h ago

Police: RM50,000 debt believed to have led to Johor restaurant shooting that killed three

A sniffer dog deployed as part of Prasarana’s latest enforcement measures against cable thefts, is trained to flush out concealed cable-cutting tools and thieves in hiding. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin

Malaysia / 2 h ago

An unlikely (and adorable) ally joins the fight to prevent MRT cable thefts

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said the Negeri Sembilan royal dispute should be managed at the state level. — Picture by Ben Tan

Malaysia / 16 h ago

Anwar says Negeri Sembilan Undang dispute to be managed under state laws

Thunderstorms, heavy rain and strong winds are expected to hit 10 states until 7pm today, according to Malaysian Meteorological Department. — Picture by Farhan Najib

Malaysia / 16 h ago

MetMalaysia: Heavy rain, thunderstorms to hit 10 states until 7pm today

What You Think

3 m ago

Breaking the bystander effect — Ayra Nabilah Muhammad Sahir

The author argues that the bystander effect explains how collective hesitation can suppress action and participation, but that a single individual taking initiative can break the silence and encourage others to engage — whether in emergencies or everyday settings like the classroom. — Unsplash pic

APRIL 25 — In 1964, a woman named Kitty Genovese was murdered in Queens, New York. According to a widely cited New York Times report, 38 people saw or heard the attack, yet not one of them called the police.The story shocked the world. How could so many people remain...

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The author argues that while the King’s role in appointing the MACC chief is constitutionally bound to act on the prime minister’s advice, the emphasis must ultimately be on selecting the most capable candidate to uphold the integrity and effectiveness of the anti-corruption body. — Picture by Choo Choy May

What You Think / 1 h ago

MACC chief: Let he or she be the best candidate to shoulder the trust of the King and the people — Hafiz Hassan

The author argues that Malaysia is unprepared for an ageing population, with gaps in long-term care infrastructure, workforce and affordability requiring urgent, coordinated reforms to ensure accessible and sustainable eldercare. — AFP pic

What You Think / 15 h ago

Malaysia’s elderly care industry: Ready or not? — Ilyana Mukhriz

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the Seri Perdana Complex in Putrajaya, April 8, 2026. — Bernama pic

What You Think / 16 h ago

India’s rise, Malaysia’s strategic moment — Vasanthi Ramachandran

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For Malaysia, powering its ESG agenda is not merely about compliance; it is the definitive route to securing its future — unlocking sustainable growth, fostering social equity, and cementing its role as a leader in the green economy. — Picture by Yusof Isa

19 h ago

Powering Malaysia’s ESG agenda towards an inclusive and sustainable prosperity — Ahmad Ibrahim

A view of the old Shah Alam Library. — Picture courtesy of Zuraini Md Ali and Nurul Alia Ahamad

20 h ago

Revaluing Shah Alam’s original bastion of knowledge — Zuraini Md Ali and Nurul Alia Ahamad

An illustration shows a map of the Strait of Hormuz and 3D printed oil barrels on March 26, 2026. — Reuters pic

21 h ago

A surreal stock market in US is bad for a strategic grand bargain to end the war in the Strait of Hormuz — Phar Kim Beng

His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia, says he will determine the best candidate to lead the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission. — Bernama pic

22 h ago

MACC chief: Let he or she be the best candidate to shoulder the trust of the King and the people — Hafiz Hassan

The author argues reading in Malaysia has not declined but shifted online, requiring conscious choices to avoid shallow, algorithm-driven habits. — Unsplash pic

1d ago

Reading with intention in a digital nation — Adelina Asmawi

This screen grab taken from a screen recording of the MarineTraffic website on April 21, 2026, shows data visualisation of maritime traffic in the Gulf, Strait of Hormuz and Gulf of Oman from April 18 to April 20, amid a fragile US-Iran truce. — marinetraffic.com pic via AFP

1d ago

The strategic importance of the Strait of Malacca is rising, but peace must begin in the Strait of Hormuz — Phar Kim Beng

This file picture shows a cargo ship sailing through waters off the coast of Klang, Selangor. — Picture by Raymond Manuel

1d ago

Straits of Malacca and Singapore are not toll roads — Mohd Hazmi Mohd Rusli

Energy infrastructure across East Asia remains exposed to global price shocks and supply disruptions driven by geopolitical instability. — AFP pic

2d ago

Energy dependence is strategic vulnerability: East Asia must finally wake up, especially Asean — Phar Kim Beng

Schoolchildren queue for a meal at a canteen, as rising living costs put pressure on families and increase the risk of food insecurity among children in Malaysia. — Bernama file pic

2d ago

When crisis hits, children pay first – and longest — Juanita Vasquez-Escallon

Children can appear healthy at first, but hidden immune disorders often mean a quiet, prolonged struggle marked by repeated illness and delayed diagnosis. — Unsplash pic for illustration only

2d ago

Why Malaysia must act on hidden immune disorders — Zarina Thasneem Zainudeen and Intan Juliana Abd Hamid

According to the author, transitioning to a circular approach would require deliberate strategic efforts, which can be broadly grouped into game-changing and enabling initiatives. — Unsplash pic

2d ago

How circularity can secure Europe’s critical raw materials future — Ahmad Ibrahim

A still shows two performers during the controversial bedroom scene in a theatrical production during Universiti Malaya’s Theatre Carnival in April 2026. — Picture from social media

2d ago

Why a bedroom scene in a play staged at UM stirred public concern — Mustafa K Anuar

According to the authors, enhancing cooperation with partner countries like South Korea is in line with the Sustainable Development Goals and it paves the way forward to ensure the region can weather future challenges to food security. — Unsplash pic

2d ago

Leveraging Asean-South Korea cooperation in food security — Nurliana Kamaruddin and Geetha Govindasamy

File picture of visitors looking at portraits featuring the late Chinese communist leader Mao Zedong at an exhibition held by Mao memorabilia collectors in Beijing September 21, 2024. — AFP pic

2d ago

Is communism that dangerous, or does Malaysia fear ideas it cannot control? — Khoo Ying Hooi

According to the author, US President Donald Trump’s declaration that the blockade of Iranian ports will persist until Tehran produces a ‘unified proposal’ is revealing, and underscores a negotiation style that thrives on threats and fluid time lines. — Reuters pic

22 Apr 2026

Ceasefire extended, diplomacy deferred: Trump’s episodic pause with Iran remains dangerous — Phar Kim Beng

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