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Under the Sumbang Tunai Rahmah (STR), eligible recipients receive direct cash assistance from the government to help cover living costs. — Picture by Yusof Isa
Malaysia  / 7 h ago

With Sara closing, Malaysians can access alternative govt cash and subsidy programmes

BAM doubles coaching director Rexy Mainaky said he is ready to step down as part of taking responsibility for the four-gold shortfall in Malaysia’s 2025 SEA Games badminton results. — Bernama pic
Sports  / 19 h ago

One gold, two silver, six bronze: Malaysia’s badminton chief admits shortfall, open to stepping down after SEA Games results

Malaysia’s sepak takraw team celebrates their historic 2-1 victory over Thailand in the men’s team regu final at Nakhon Pathom Gymnasium, ending a 34-year gold drought. — Bernama pic
Sports  / 19 h ago

Malaysia ends 34-year drought with SEA Games team regu gold over Thailand

Rain clouds are seen over the city centre in Kuala Lumpur, on Dec 8, 2024. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 4 h ago

METMalaysia issues thunderstorm warning for Klang Valley, six states until 1pm

Despite nearly 80 per cent of speed tests being conducted on 5G-capable devices, most Malaysian users still spend two-thirds of their time on 4G networks due to coverage gaps. — Picture by Mukhriz Hashim
Malaysia  / 5 h ago

Malaysia’s 5G speeds have nearly halved as network comes under strain, Ookla reports

In a statement uploaded on his Facebook page, Johor Menteri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi said the declaration was made in compliance with the decree of the Regent of Johor, Tunku Mahkota Ismail, as a mark of celebration for the team’s outstanding achievement in continuing its dominance in Malaysian football. — Picture from Facebook/Onn Hafiz Ghazi
Malaysia  / 6 h ago

Johor declares special public holiday after JDT’s FA Cup 2025 win, SPM exams to proceed as scheduled

According to the author, DAP’s quiet on key issues—from Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi’s DNAA to Tan Sri Azam Baki’s contract extension and ongoing corruption under Madani — risks alienating Chinese voters, a lesson already seen in Sabah’s polls. — Picture by Ahmad Zamzahuri
What You Think  / 4 h ago

The end of DAP’s ‘Golden Era’? — Izmil Amri

People hold placards during a Hanukkah menorah lighting in Berlin, Germany on December 14, 2025, in solidarity with Australians after the Bondi Beach shooting. — AFP pic
World  / 5 h ago

Fruit seller disarms Bondi Beach gunman, now hospitalised with gunshot wounds as world hail him as ‘hero’

Personal belongings lie at the scene of a deadly shooting during a Jewish celebration at Sydney’s Bondi Beach on December 15, 2025. — AFP pic
World  / 5 h ago

Bondi shooting leaves 16 dead as Australian police identify father-and-son gunmen in alleged antisemitic attack

People cross a street next to police vehicles after the shooting incident at Bondi Beach in Sydney. — AFP pic
World  / 18 h ago

Bondi Beach massacre draws international outrage, leaders vow to fight antisemitism

Police lead former Hong Kong media mogul Jimmy Lai away from his home after his arrest under the national security law in 2020; Lai was found guilty on December 15, 2025, of collusion and sedition. — AFP pic
World  / 3 h ago

Apple Daily founder Jimmy Lai found guilty under Hong Kong security law, faces possible life sentence

File picture of the Federal Highway, October 14, 2020 heading towards Kuala Lumpur. Works Minister Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi said the decision was taken as the proposal to upgrade the 34.59-kilometre stretch of FT2 from Kuala Lumpur to Port Klang is no longer economically viable, due to the high costs of land and asset acquisition, as well as the potential social impact should the project proceed. — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa
Malaysia  / 1 h ago

No upgrade for Federal Highway from KL-Port Klang: Govt flags sky-high costs, social impact

Bollards line a pedestrian walkway in Kuala Lumpur, serving as safety barriers to keep vehicles off the pavement. — DBKL pic
Malaysia  / 3 h ago

Not just decor: DBKL reminds public of bollards’ crucial role in pedestrian safety

This screen grab of UGC video taken on December 14, 2025 and received courtesy of Mike Ortiz shows beach-goers fleeing Bondi Beach after gunmen opened fire. — AFP pic
World  / 19 h ago

Israel says Sydney Bondi shooting was antisemitic attack on Jews celebrating Hanukkah

(From eighth right) Kuching South Deputy Mayor Datuk Zaiedi Suhaili, Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui Hian, and Kuching South Mayor Datuk Wee Hong Seng in a photocall with MBKS retired staff. — The Borneo Post pic 
Malaysia  / 4 h ago

Kuching ranks 13th globally, top five in Asia, as world’s retirement hotspot

Seeking dental treatment as soon as the signs appear will ensure a lifetime of health. — Unsplash
What You Think / 16 Jul 2024

Have you set your priorities right? — Cheah Chia Wei

There was a recent furore over Dewan Rakyat speaker Tan Sri Johari Abdul's remark that the seats of the six Bersatu MPs ought not to be declared vacant. — Picture by Shafwan Zaidon
What You Think / 15 Jul 2024

On the authority of the Dewan Rakyat Speaker and the anti-defection law — Philip TN Koh

A general view of the Federal Court in Putrajaya, August 23, 2022. According to the authors, there are presently serving judges who are eligible and eminently qualified to be appointed as the next CJM, and that there is no need to appoint from outside the Judiciary. — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa
What You Think / 15 Jul 2024

Respect the judiciary: Appoint Chief Judge of Malaya from within judiciary — Past presidents of Malaysian Bar 

Gen Alpha has a world of opportunities at their feet. But with those opportunities come challenges that require a proactive mindset. Line up your stars, not by waiting for them to align, but by positioning yourself to see them in the right direction, says the author. — Picture from Robert Collins/Unsplash
What You Think / 15 Jul 2024

Gen Alpha: Seizing opportunities as they come and finding ‘ikigai’ — Nahrizul Adib Kadri

Economic partnerships are now crucial for shaping the economic futures of nations. — Hongwei Fan/Unsplash pic
What You Think / 15 Jul 2024

Malaysia’s Brics ambition: A bridge to greater prosperity — Ashurov Sharofiddin and Mohd Zaidi Md Zabri 

Bersatu’s amendments of its constitution led to the removal of the six Members of Parliament by the party. — Picture by Ahmad Zamzahuri
What You Think / 14 Jul 2024

The horses had bolted before the stable door was shut — Hafiz Hassan

Attorney General Datuk Ahmad Terrirudin Salleh is being tipped for a Federal Court judge position. — Picture by Shafwan Zaidon
What You Think / 14 Jul 2024

AG Terrirudin’s rumoured Federal Court appointment raises eyebrows — Ramkarpal Singh

An excavator driver refuelling the vehicle with diesel in Khantan, Perak on June 10, 2024. — Picture by Farhan Najib
What You Think / 13 Jul 2024

Political calculus and economic reality: Malaysia’s diesel subsidy dilemma — Goh Lim Thye

Dewan Rakyat Speaker Datuk Johari Abdul (centre) is pictured at Parliament building in Kuala Lumpur December 19, 2022. — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa
What You Think / 13 Jul 2024

The Speaker’s Conundrum — Sheila Ramalingam

The writer noted Britain's Prime Minister KeirStarmer had chosen his cabinet precisely based on their talents, performance, standards and delivery of the job to handle the deep public frustrations of the last 14 years where the British economy had struggled to grow. — Reuters file pic
What You Think / 13 Jul 2024

Keir Starmer: Man of the moment — Vasanthi Ramachandran

Should it the be the Speaker's purview to determine casual vacancy of seats? — Picture by Shafwan Zaidon
What You Think / 13 Jul 2024

Why give power to the Speaker to establish casual vacancy? — Hafiz Hassan

A key element of the right to a fair trial is the right to legal representation. The right to legal representation is enshrined in Article 5, Clause 3 of the Federal Constitution. This right ensures that any person who is compelled to appear before the Malaysian courts is guaranteed the services of a lawyer. — Reuters pic
What You Think / 12 Jul 2024

The rule of law and the right to legal representation — Malaysian Bar

According to the author, there is a significant lack of cybersafety awareness and education, formal or informal, leaving citizens to navigate online safety through trial and error, often getting scammed before learning. Additionally, mainstream and online media fail can do better in promoting cybersafety education and advocacy. ― iStock pic
What You Think / 11 Jul 2024

The dark side of social media: A call for stricter regulations — Husin Jazri

Dewan Rakyat Speaker Tan Sri Johari Abdul. Article 49A has mandated the Speaker to establish the casual vacancy under the anti-hopping provision of the Constitution. — Bernama pic
What You Think / 11 Jul 2024

Who gave power to the Speaker to establish casual vacancy? — Hafiz Hassan

Leveraging Malaysia’s unique topographical advantages, especially in Sarawak, the country is well-positioned to harness hydropower capabilities extensively. Pictured here is Sarawak’s hydrogen powered bus. — SoyaCincau pic
What You Think / 10 Jul 2024

Malaysia’s strategic role in the emerging hydrogen economy — Chang Lih Kang

The rising rate of new HIV infections among higher education students is a significant warning signal for both the Ministry of Education and the Ministry of Health. — AFP pic
What You Think / 10 Jul 2024

Alarming rise in HIV rates among Malaysian students — Kamal Kenny