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Lawyer Surendra Ananth speaks during the “Justice for the Disappeared” forum organised by the National Human Rights Society (Hakam) and held at the Bar Council auditorium in Kuala Lumpur. December 06, 2025 — Picture by Raymond Manuel
Malaysia  / 9 h ago

‘Nothing to do with race’: Lawyers explain why court ordered RM3m in Amri’s case, RM36m in Raymond Koh’s case

Ang Kee is worth visiting for their unique Signature La-La (Clam) Fried Meehoon that packs spicy, piquant flavours with thick ‘meehoon’ . — Picture by Lee Khang Yi
Eat-drink  / 7 h ago

SS2’s Restoran Ang Kee relocates to Damansara Jaya’s Restoran Times Kopitiam & Cafe, serving fried noodles like ‘lala’ fried ‘meehoon’, Hokkien mee

People walk past a lane lined up with restaurants, at a shopping area in Shanghai September 28, 2024. China approved a value-added tax law today to take effect on January 1, 2026, the official Xinhua said, bringing into one document previous regulations that have included exempting items from the tax. — Reuters pic
World  / 6 h ago

Batch‑cooked meals spark backlash as Chinese diners demand transparency

The MACC rebuffed former economy minister Datuk Seri Rafizi Ramli’s claim that its officers ‘surrounded’ an individual’s house during an investigation into PKR’s election candidates in May 2025, saying that in that case, its staff were present at the residence to meet the person and conduct a search to obtain evidence. — Picture by Choo Choy May
Malaysia  / 7 h ago

Not true we ‘surrounded’ anyone’s house, MACC rebuts Rafizi’s podcast claim

The damaged car following the incident. — The Borneo Post pic
Malaysia  / 7 h ago

Chinese tourist dies after fall from ninth floor of Kota Kinabalu hotel, police investigating

Works Minister Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi has clarified that the road barriers at the site of a recent Hulu Terengganu SUV accident, where a vehicle plunged 60 metres into a ravine, were not moved by the Public Works Department (JKR). — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 6 h ago

JKR did not move barriers at Hulu Terengganu SUV ravine crash site, minister vows probe

A quick emergency response by a Penang man has helped revive an Indonesian tourist who felt unconscious following a cardiac arrest. — Pictures courtesy of Koay Hean Wei
Life  / 4 h ago

Untrained hero: Penang man saves Indonesian tourist with heart attack using automated defibrillator

Cambodian soldiers ride their motorbikes as residents evacuate following clashes along the Cambodia-Thailand border in Preah Vihear province on December 8, 2025. — AFP pic
World  / 5 h ago

Thailand launches air strikes after border clash with Cambodia kills soldier

This photo taken on March 31, 2025 shows advertisements for entertainment clubs reflected in the window of a passing car, along a street in the red-light entertainment area of Kabukicho in the Shinjuku district of Tokyo. — AFP pic
World  / 7 h ago

Tokyo police probe after severed baby’s head and limbs found in adult entertainment business freezer

Padang Serai MP Azman Nasrudin pleaded not guilty today to a charge of abetting corruption linked to a cattle feedlot project. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 5 h ago

Padang Serai MP Azman Nasrudin pleads not guilty in RM400,000 feedlot corruption scandal

Rising motor accident claims and repair costs continue to weigh on Malaysia’s insurance sector, despite overall premium growth in 2025. — Picture courtesy of police
Money  / 6 h ago

Premiums up, profits steady, yet motor losses drag Malaysia’s insurance sector in 2025 

This photo, taken on November 18, 2025, shows calculators for sale in a market in Bangkok. Artificial intelligence may eventually call time on the humble plastic calculator, but Japan's Casio still sells tens of millions each year and even sees expansion opportunities. — AFP pic
Tech-gadgets  / 9 h ago

Why the humble calculator still beats AI at the one thing that matters

The choice of trustee was based on its low management fees and a guarantee to return the money if the ruling is appealed. — Picture by Shafwan Zaidon
Malaysia  / 2 h ago

High Court orders RM31m compensation for family of missing pastor Raymond Koh, to be held in Amanah Raya trust

A woman has been arrested for allegedly abusing her local domestic helper at her home in Rawang. — Picture by Raymond Manuel
Malaysia  / 2 h ago

Police arrest Rawang woman accused of brutal maid abuse with scissors and heated knife

Linda McMahon testifies before a Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee confirmation hearing on Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C., U.S., on February 13, 2025. — Reuters pic
Life  / 8 h ago

Oops — US Education Department asks sacked employees to please come back temporarily

Brazil’s President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva (left) posing with Indonesia’s President Prabowo Subianto before the launch of the Global Alliance against Hunger and Poverty and the first session of the G20 Leaders' Meeting in Rio de Janeiro in November 2024.
World / 07 Jan 2025

Brazil announces Indonesia entry into BRICS

This picture taken on Jan 6, 2025 and released from North Korea’s official Korean Central News Agency (KCNA) via KNS shows the launch of a hypersonic missile at an undisclosed location in North Korea. — AFP
World / 07 Jan 2025

North Korea’s Kim says new missile will deter ‘rivals’

US President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden place a candle, representing those killed, at the altar during an interfaith prayer service with the families and community members impacted by the January 1 truck attack in New Orleans. — AFP
World / 07 Jan 2025

Bidens honor terror attack victims in New Orleans

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau leaves after speaking at a news conference at Rideau Cottage in Ottawa, Canada on January 6, 2025. — AFP pic
World / 07 Jan 2025

How Canada’s Justin Trudeau went from shooting star to political liability

Canada's Prime Minister Justin Trudeau speaks to reporters from his Rideau Cottage residence in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, January 6, 2025. — Reuters pic
World / 07 Jan 2025

Quitting as Canada PM, Trudeau blames own Liberal party’s backstabbing

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is increasingly likely to announce he intends to step down, though he has not made a final decision, a source familiar with Trudeau’s thinking has said. — Reuters pic
World / 07 Jan 2025

What happens next? Here’s what it means for Canadians if Trudeau steps down

Abdul Qadir Mumin, identifiable by his glasses and bright orange, henna-dyed beard, is said to be presiding over the organisation's General Directory of Provinces from Somalia. — AFP pic
World / 07 Jan 2025

London preacher turns Islamic State financier: Behind Somalian leader Abdul Qadir Mumin’s shadowy ascent

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni meets with Lebanese Parliament Speaker Nabih Berri (not seen) in Beirut, Lebanon October 18, 2024. — AFP pic
World / 06 Jan 2025

From dystopia with love: Deepfake porn targets women politicians worldwide

French President Emmanuel Macron on Monday accused Elon Musk, the billionaire owner of social media platform X, of intervening in elections, including Germany’s snap legislative polls next month. — AFP pic
World / 06 Jan 2025

Macron accuses Elon Musk of meddling in elections, including Germany’s upcoming polls

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer today defended his record and slammed those spreading lies following days of hostile attacks from Elon Musk over historical child rape crimes in northern England. — AFP pic
World / 06 Jan 2025

Keir Starmer hits back at Elon Musk’s ‘lies’ over grooming gangs scandal

Up to 300 Afghans arrived in the Philippines on Monday on temporary stays while being processed for US resettlement, Philippine and US officials said. — AFP pic/US Embassy Manila
World / 06 Jan 2025

Afghans find refuge in Manila: Up to 300 await US resettlement under tight security

However, animal rights groups argue that bathing elephants can cause them distress and some sanctuaries in the country do not allow it. — AFP pic
World / 06 Jan 2025

Spanish tourist killed by ‘panic-stricken’ elephant at Thai sanctuary, sparking safety concerns

File photo of candles, a rose and a sign that reads in French, ‘I am Charlie’ placed on the ground as people hold a candle lit vigil at the Old Harbour in Marseille, on January 7, 2015. — AFP
World / 06 Jan 2025

Charlie Hebdo unveils special edition 10 years since attack

South Korean Foreign Minister Cho Tae-yul and US Secretary of State Antony Blinken embrace each other after a joint press conference in Seoul today. — AFP
World / 06 Jan 2025

North Korea fires missile as Blinken warns of Pyongyang and Russian cooperation

Supporters of impeached South Korean president Yoon Suk Yeol take part in a rally near his residence in Seoul. — AFP
World / 06 Jan 2025

South Korea investigators ask police to arrest impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol

Canada's Prime Minister Justin Trudeau stands to leave after signing a book of condolences marking the passing of former US President Jimmy Carter in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada January 3, 2025. — Reuters piic
World / 06 Jan 2025

Reports: Canada PM Trudeau could announce departure today