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Muar MP Syed Saddiq Syed Abdul Rahman at the Palace of Justice in Putrajaya, December 12, 2025. Speaking to reporters after proceedings adjourned alongside lead counsel Datuk Hisyam Teh Poh Teik and Datuk Ambiga Sreenevasan, Syed Saddiq said he respected the court’s decision to call for further submissions and emphasised that he had never once tried to delay proceedings throughout the nearly two-year legal battle. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 19 h ago

‘I leave it to the courts’: Syed Saddiq puts faith in judiciary after apex court tells prosecution to rethink case

Youth and Sports Minister Hannah Yeoh. — Bernama pic
Sports  / 18 h ago

Hannah Yeoh demands full report into Danish Irfan’s SEA Games withdrawal amid online uproar

The appeal, filed by the state government and Menteri Besar, Datuk Seri Muhammad Sanusi Md Nor, was dismissed as lacking merit by Federal Court judge Datuk Dr Lim Hock Leng and Court of Appeal judge Datuk Faizah Jamaludin. Chief Judge of Sabah and Sarawak Datuk Azizah Nawawi delivered a dissenting opinion. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 18 h ago

‘Unconstitutional’: Court of Appeal throws out Kedah govt’s gaming licence appeal in 2-1 split

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim speaks to members of the public after dining at D’Jit Seafood Restaurant in Langkawi, December 12, 2025. The prime minister today said that any claims that lead to religious, racial and ethnic sensitivities must take into account the position of the national language in the country’s Constitution. — Bernama pic  
Malaysia  / 16 h ago

Anwar: Mastery of Bahasa Melayu must come first before proposals on other languages or UEC recognition

A retired primary school headmaster was fined RM10,000, or two months’ jail in default, for making an online threat against a forensic pathologist who testified in the Zara Qairina Mahathir inquest. — Picture via Facebook
Malaysia  / 18 h ago

Zara Qairina case: Retired headmaster fined RM10,000 for threatening forensic pathologist online

In a statement on its Facebook page, the department said weather models indicate the surge could also trigger strong winds and rough seas over the South China Sea during the same period. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 19 h ago

MetMalaysia warns of monsoon surge, heavy rain in east coast and west Sarawak from Dec 14-18

Abdul Karim emphasised that fare-setting in the aviation industry involves multiple considerations and cannot be lowered excessively at the expense of operational viability. – The Borneo Post pic
Malaysia  / 18 h ago

Sarawak minister urges patience as AirBorneo fare complaints mount

Passenger Julia Toon, 25, (right) poses for a selfie with her friend Sim Xin Yng, 29, in front of the Electric Train Service 3 (ETS3) upon arriving at JB Sentral during today’s inspection. The ETS3, which began operations today, carried 233 passengers from KL Sentral and arrived at JB Sentral at around 12.20pm. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 17 h ago

KL–JB ETS3 debuts with four-hour journey, hailed as major relief for commuters

National women’s hammer throw ace Grace Wong Xiu Mei produced an outstanding performance en route to winning the gold medal and smashing the Games record four consecutive times at the SEA Games Thailand 2025 here today. — Bernama pic
Sports  / 18 h ago

Grace Wong smashes four SEA Games records to clinch hammer gold in Bangkok

Vijay, 51, will personally attend the audio launch of his final movie, 'Jana Nayagan', at the Bukit Jalil National Stadium on December 27. — Picture via Instagram/Vijay
Showbiz  / 13 h ago

One last dance: Actor Vijay to rock KL with audio launch of final film ‘Jana Nayagan’ — here’s why it’s worth the hype

The Attorney General’s Chambers’ decision not to appeal Datin Seri Rosmah Mansor’s acquittal and discharge on 17 charges of money laundering and tax evasion is in accordance with the law, the prime minister said. — File picture by Sayuti Zainudin
Malaysia  / 15 h ago

‘Not whether our supporter or enemy’: No political bias in AGC’s decision to drop Rosmah case, says Anwar

Chief Minister Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor highlighted that BESS Lahad Datu, which falls under the jurisdiction of Sabah Electricity, is designed to enhance the stability of the state’s electrical grid, reduce reliance on diesel, and support the integration of renewable energy. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 16 h ago

Sabah launches South-east Asia’s biggest battery energy storage system to boost grid stability

Controversial British adult film star Bonnie Blue is expected to be deported from Indonesia’s Bali island on Friday. — AFP pic
World  / 16 h ago

British adult film star Bonnie Blue’s Bali saga looks set to end with deportation over traffic violations

If you’re flying SIA and celebrating your birthday, remember that you can get free cake on board only on the actual day or one day before or after the flight, and make sure to request for it at least one week in advance. — Unsplash pic
Singapore  / 18 h ago

Birthday blues at 30,000 feet: SIA says no to passenger asking for in-flight cake

Malaysian singer and actress Erra Fazira and Mr E are seen on their wedding day in Subang December 12, 2025. — Picture by Firdaus Latif
Showbiz  / 17 h ago

At their wedding, Mr E dismisses ‘trophy wife’ label, describes Erra Fazira as an established career woman

If Malaysia had fostered an environment that provided these individuals with opportunities comparable to those they found elsewhere, it’s improbable that so many would choose to leave the comfort and familiarity of their homeland? The very act of seeking opportunities elsewhere suggests a fundamental lack of appreciation and avenues for growth within Malaysia. — Picture by Miera Zulyana
What You Think / 30 Apr 2025

Reframing Malaysia’s emigration — not a ‘brain drain,’ but a failure to cultivate — King Men Teoh

Cement plants, steel mills, and coal-fired power plants could integrate mineral carbonation into their waste handling systems. — Unsplash pic
What You Think / 30 Apr 2025

Turning rocks into climate solutions — Hijaz Kamal Hasnan

One of the root causes behind these financial challenges is the lack of financial literacy among the youth. — Unsplash pic
What You Think / 30 Apr 2025

Young and broke: Addressing youth bankruptcy in Malaysia — Cheah Chan Fatt

Teachers report that students with high screen time often struggle with concentration, social skills, and problem-solving. — Picture By Raymond Manuel
What You Think / 30 Apr 2025

When smartphones steal childhood — Ahmad Faiz Syazwan Ahmad Zamri

What You Think / 30 Apr 2025

In loving memory of Jacquita Violet Gonzales, MH370 widow, beloved teacher — Generations of grateful children and families

Contract killing is an intentional homicide where a person is paid or induced to kill another. ― Reuters pic
What You Think / 29 Apr 2025

Deterring contract killings requires legal reform, public vigilance — Haezreena Begum Abdul Hamid

The Federal Court granted leave to the Attorney General to appeal the Court of Appeal’s decision in a case regarding Sabah’s Special Grant review, highlighting key questions of law. — Unsplash pic
What You Think / 28 Apr 2025

Leave to appeal warranted as questions of law posed are novel, of public importance — Hafiz Hassan

Dental robots offer incredible precision and efficiency, but the author notes they lack the ability to make empathetic, ethical, and context-driven decisions — elements that remain at the heart of patient-centred care. — Unsplash pic
What You Think / 28 Apr 2025

Smiles, science, and spark: Why creativity matters in dental education — Azwatee Abdul Aziz

ASEAN, founded in 1967, enshrined non-interference as a sacred principle, allowing newly independent Southeast Asian states to preserve sovereignty while promoting dialogue over confrontation. — Reuters pic
What You Think / 28 Apr 2025

When Asean and the SCO show the world how differences can strengthen cooperation — Phar Kim Beng

Had O’Reilly taken just a moment to check, he would have seen that Malaysia is globally recognized for its leadership in Islamic economics and finance, halal industry development, and strategic sectors such as energy transition, renewable technologies like solar, and advanced semiconductor manufacturing. — Screengrab of YouTube video
What You Think / 27 Apr 2025

No money? The data says otherwise, Mr O’Reilly — Mohd Zaidi Md Zabri

The Dayabumi Complex at the background, as the Malaysian flag was flown half-mast following the passing of Tun Abdullah Ahmad Badawi. April 15, 2025 — Picture by Raymond Manuel
What You Think / 27 Apr 2025

Remembering my Tun — Zuraini Md Ali

Dot the i’s and cross the t’s is actually an English idiom which means to pay a great deal of attention to the details of something. — Photo by Hari Anggara
What You Think / 26 Apr 2025

Dot the i’s and cross the t’s — Hafiz Hassan

Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Datuk Seri Tengku Zafrul Abdul Aziz and Deputy Prime Minister of Singapore Gan Kim Yong taking a brief tour at an exhibition held in conjunction with the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ) Joint Business and Investment Forum at the Persada Johor International Convention Centre April 21, 2025. — Bernama pic
What You Think / 26 Apr 2025

Can the JS-SEZ bridge supply chain barriers amidst global tariff storm? — Tengku Zafrul Abdul Aziz

To the author, ‘Keretapi Tanah Melayu’ is not a colonial name as it is rooted in the history of Malaysia and the national language. — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa
What You Think / 25 Apr 2025

Why change KTM when colonial names remain? — Mohd Hazmi Mohd Rusli 

A teacher was seen interacting with the student during the academic session here at SJKT Taman Sentosa, Klang. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin
What You Think / 25 Apr 2025

Our role models: Educators shaping the future through action and example — Alicia Philip

Armed Forces carrying former prime minister Tun Abdullah Ahmad Badawi's body to be laid in rest in the Heroes' Mausoleum here at National Mosque. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin
What You Think / 25 Apr 2025

A noble statesman, a moral compass: Remembering Tun Abdullah Ahmad Badawi (1939–2025) — Iqbal Khan