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A general view shows the exterior of the Seri Negara in Kuala Lumpur on December 15, 2025. — Picture by Yusof Isa
Malaysia  / 19 h ago

A symbol reborn: Historic Seri Negara reopens to public on Dec 20 after meticulous restoration

Group managing director Datuk Captain Izham Ismail said the strong results achieved over the past five years have positioned MAG to pursue bolder ambitions. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin
Money  / 15 h ago

Malaysia Aviation Group unveils five-year plan to push Malaysia Airlines into Skytrax Top 10 by 2030

The Inland Revenue Board has completed tax refund payments amounting to RM14.55 billion involving 3.47 million cases as of November 30, said Deputy Finance Minister Lim Hui Ying. — Picture by Hari Anggara
Malaysia  / 14 h ago

IRB disburses RM14.55b in tax refunds to 3.47 million taxpayers, says deputy finance minister

The Malaysian Meteorological Department today issued a warning of continuous rain that is expected to hit several states until this Thursday. — Picture by Farhan Najib
Malaysia  / 13 h ago

MetMalaysia warns of continuous heavy rain in several states until Thursday

The state-owned airline assured travellers that ticket prices remain the same as those previously charged by MASwings. — Picture from AirBorneo website via The Borneo Post
Malaysia  / 16 h ago

AirBorneo denies raising ticket prices, previous MAswings airfares maintained

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim greets a guest during the launching of late S.M Mohamed Idris’s book at the International Institute of Advanced Islamic Studies Malaysia in Kuala Lumpur on December 15, 2025. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin
Malaysia  / 19 h ago

Anwar says Asean foreign ministers’ meeting postponed as Thai-Cambodia conflict deepens

A still shows a pillion rider on a motorcycle shooting at a person outside a petrol station in Klang.
Malaysia  / 17 h ago

Selangor police probe gang links after spate of Klang shootings

Luck did not favour former world champion Natasha Mohamed Roslan as she failed to win the women’s singles gold in bowling at the 2025 South East Asian (SEA) Games here today. — Bernama pic
Sports  / 14 h ago

Bowling queen Natasha Roslan edged out, aims redemption in doubles and team events

People react in front of a flower tribute near Bondi Pavilion following a shooting incident at Bondi Beach in Sydney December 15, 2025. — Reuters pic
World  / 12 h ago

What we know about the shooting victims at Sydney’s Bondi Beach Jewish event

A man pleaded not guilty at the Magistrate’s Court here today to a charge of dangerous driving and causing the death of a married couple last week. — Reuters pic
Malaysia  / 15 h ago

Mercedes-Benz driver pleads not guilty to dangerous driving that killed married couple in Bentong

Subang MP Wong Chen today said the Subang Jaya City Council has agreed to fund an independent Traffic Impact Assessment for the proposed Persiaran Lagoon Selatan–Kelana Link flyover in SS14. — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa
Malaysia  / 13 h ago

Wong Chen: MBSJ agrees to independent traffic study on Persiaran Lagoon Selatan–Kelana Link flyover

Perak police chief Datuk Noor Hisam Nordin said the suspect is believed to be currently abroad, and efforts to locate the individual are ongoing with the cooperation of Bukit Aman, as well as several relevant agencies and parties. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 17 h ago

Bukit Aman hunts Simpang Pulai shooting and stabbing suspect, man believed abroad

Panelist and Court of Appeal judge Datin Evrol Mariette Peters speaks at the ‘Children’s Rights in Malaysia: From Commitments to Monitoring and Accountability’ panel session during the Human Rights Day Forum 2025 in Kuala Lumpur December 11, 2025. — Picture by Choo Choy May
Malaysia  / 2 h ago

How judges handle children in custody disputes: Court of Appeal judge shares personalised, child‑friendly approach

Malaysia’s rhythmic gymnastics squad leapt, twirled, and danced their way to a team gold at the SEA Games Thailand 2025, today. — Reuters pic
Sports  / 13 h ago

Malaysia’s rhythmic gymnastics squad dazzles with routines to clinch SEA Games gold

Facebook screenshots showing a barbeque party at the Pasir Ris Park in Singapore and a group dance that drew smiles and frowns from the online community.
Singapore  / 19 h ago

A moment of joy: Migrant workers’ park dance in Singapore draws praise — and familiar backlash (VIDEO)

Many smokers want to quit, but find it incredibly difficult. That’s where properly regulated vape products can help. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin
What You Think / 06 Aug 2025

Vaping in military uniform: Lessons from across the Causeway — Hakim Idris

An attaché talks with people next to foreign military attaches from major powers and Asean member countries, and a Thai military personnel, during a visit to a shelter for displaced people in Sisaket province on August 1, 2025. — Reuters pic
What You Think / 06 Aug 2025

No peace without precision: The Thai-Cambodian GBC must begin to resolve all nagging issues — Phar Kim Beng

People gather at Sisowath Quay riverfront in Phnom Penh, Cambodia, August 1, 2025. — Reuters pic
What You Think / 05 Aug 2025

Malaysia hosts two rivals caught in a century-old dispute: On the Thai and Cambodian brickbat — Phar Kim Beng

While some couples report sleeping better, many find their relationship quietly suffering as intimacy fades, emotional distance grows, and resentment builds. — Freepik pic
What You Think / 05 Aug 2025

When the bedroom splits: The rise of sleep divorce in Malaysia — Julius Goh Liang Chye

Cambodia’s Prime Minister Hun Manet, Malaysia’s Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim and Thailand’s acting Prime Minister Phumtham Wechayachai shake hands as they pose for photos following a press conference, on the day of mediation talks on the Thailand-Cambodia border conflict, in Putrajaya July 28, 2025. — Reuters pic
What You Think / 05 Aug 2025

Anwar earns respect from China and US by mediating Cambodia-Thailand peace talks — Phar Kim Beng

Civil servants watch the live broadcast of the 13th Malaysia Plan (RMK13) presentation by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim during a Bernama survey today. — Bernama pic
What You Think / 05 Aug 2025

RMK13 on watch: Execution, discipline, and delivery — Ahmad Faiz Yazid

According to the author, the crisis is not about dropping fertility rates, declining birth rates, or too few babies being born. The crisis is one of too little reproductive agency. Too many do not have the capacity to exercise informed, empowered decision-making over their reproduction. Too many are unable to realise their fertility aspirations. Too many are constricted in their choices. — Bernama pic
What You Think / 04 Aug 2025

Changing the narrative on fertility rates: Pursuing reproductive agency over prescriptive targets will empower more to create the families they desire — Julitta Onabanjo

People wave National flags as they take part in a Peace March in Phnom Penh, following border conflict with Thailand, on August 2, 2025. — AFP pic
What You Think / 04 Aug 2025

Fragile ceasefire on the brink: Cambodia and Thailand face renewed crossfire — Phar Kim Beng

President Donald Trump’s expected appearance at the East Asia Summit (EAS) should not be misread as a mere diplomatic formality or ceremonial visit. — AFP pic
What You Think / 03 Aug 2025

Trump’s visit to the East Asia Summit must anchor a new strategic stability with Asean — Phar Kim Beng

The writer says Suhakam is right to push for a child diversion policy — a move long championed by Unicef as key to protecting children’s rights and futures. — Picture by Raymond Manuel
What You Think / 03 Aug 2025

Government must act on Suhakam’s call without delay — Hafiz Hassan

The writer argues that ESG is no longer optional for accountants — but Malaysian universities are lagging in preparing graduates for a sustainability-driven economy. — Unsplash pic
What You Think / 03 Aug 2025

The future of accounting lies in sustainability — Zarina Zakaria

The writer argues it’s time for Parliament to act on a 20-year-old legal gap: Malaysia’s Child Act still lacks clear provisions on the arrest and remand of minors, leaving vulnerable children subject to general criminal procedures. — Reuters pic
What You Think / 02 Aug 2025

When will Parliament act over concerns regarding arrest and remand of children? — Hafiz Hassan

The author notes that Malaysia should become a place where medical innovation is both exported and accessible to our own people. . — AFP pic
What You Think / 02 Aug 2025

Rebuilding Malaysia’s house of care by using AI in RMK13 — David Chang and Sean Thum

The author suggests that Petronas and other oil companies should consider diversifying their business to mining rare earths to grow their shrinking profits. — Reuters pic
What You Think / 02 Aug 2025

Big Oil’s big reckoning: Why energy companies must reinvent or fade — Ahmad Ibrahim

The author says festivals like Regatta Lepa try to keep traditions alive, but many fear these performances are becoming more staged than lived, more tourist attraction than cultural expression. — Picture from Facebook/Pesta Regatta Semporna
What You Think / 02 Aug 2025

Safeguarding Bajau cultural heritage for our shared future — Juanitha Annabelle Galawis 

In a significant recent decision, the Federal Court of Malaysia resolved a complex legal battle involving a prominent Sarawak-based family business over the validity of shares issued in several private companies. — istock pic
What You Think / 01 Aug 2025

Federal Court validates share issuance in family company dispute: What it means for Malaysians and their rights — Justin Wee Kim Fang