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2026 will see some of the most anticipated malls opening to shoppers, with developers promising more than just conventional retail experience amid a major shift in what consumers expect from urban development. — Picture by Yusof Isa
Malaysia  / 10 h ago

Elevated shopping? Klang Valley malls slated to open in 2026 tout lifestyle‑driven experience

Petrol pumps shut at Samarahan Petronas station following diesel mix‑up and vehicle breakdowns. — The Borneo Post pic
Malaysia  / 7 h ago

Petrol mixed with diesel at Samarahan Petronas station stalls vehicles, forces temporary closure

Hannah Yeoh and Yeo Bee Yin share the spotlight. — Pictures by Raymond Manuel and Ahmad Zamzahuri
Opinion  / 6 h ago

A Christmas tale of two DAP ladies, no carols included

Explaining his reasoning, Perlis State Legislative Assembly Speaker Rus’ele Eizan said the loss of the three seats could alter the balance of power in the assembly.
Malaysia  / 3 h ago

Perlis Speaker to notify EC, seeks by-elections for Chuping, Bintong, Guar Sanji to maintain assembly stability

Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) Chief Commissioner Tan Sri Azam Baki presents items seized from Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob during a press conference at the MACC headquarters in Putrajaya, March 3, 2025. — Picture by Choo Choy May
Malaysia  / 6 h ago

From gold bars to bank raids, 2025 stands out as the government’s fiercest year against corruption

(L-R): Chuping Adun Saad Seman, Bintong Adun Fakhrul Anwar Ismail and Guar Sanji Adun Mohd Ridzuan Hashim. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 8 h ago

PAS expels three Perlis assemblymen under party constitution amid political unrest

An aerial view of the eatery, showing parts of the surrounding land that have eroded, has raised safety concerns among netizens. — Picture from social media
Malaysia  / 4 h ago

Dining in danger? Erosion threatens viral eatery along Simpang Pulai-Cameron Highlands road (VIDEO)

Former activist lawyer Ravi Madasamy, better known as M. Ravi, took drugs with a friend before he was found unconscious at home, police said. — TODAY pic
Singapore  / 7 h ago

Singapore police say former lawyer M. Ravi took drugs before death; friend arrested

Abang Johari wishes everyone a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. — Picture via Facebook/Sarawakku
Malaysia  / 7 h ago

Christmas message from Abang Jo highlights surplus budget and bold vision for Sarawak’s growth

Umno Youth chief Dr Akmal Saleh has urged for Perikatan Nasional to be dissolved following fresh cracks in the coalition after PAS expelled three Perlis assemblymen. — Picture by Firdaus Latif
Malaysia  / 2 h ago

‘Perlis, oh Perlis’: Umno Youth chief calls out betrayal, urges end of Perikatan

Perlis Menteri Besar Mohd Shukri Ramli has described PAS Central’s decision to immediately expel three Perlis assemblymen as a firm move that carries wisdom. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 5 h ago

Perlis MB hails PAS expulsion of three assemblymen amid questions over state stability

The investigation paper on the alleged police assault of a man during an arrest was yesterday submitted to the Selangor State Prosecutor’s Office for further instructions. — Picture by Choo Choy May
Malaysia  / 8 h ago

Police pledge transparency as Banting assault investigation paper handed to Selangor prosecutors

The issue arose after a 27-second video circulated widely on social media, showing a man dressed as a woman receiving an award at an international event. — Pexels.com pic
Malaysia  / 4 h ago

Jawi tasked with probe after man seen dressed as woman at international event

To enhance responsiveness, MBPP will utilise its CCTV network as ‘Intelligent Eyes’ to monitor real-time traffic conditions and identify congestion points, allowing for the swift deployment of enforcement teams. — Picture from Facebook/Aun Chuan
Malaysia  / 4 h ago

Holiday gridlock? Penang activates ‘Ops Payung’ to ease festive traffic

‘Loup de mer en croûte de Monsieur Paul Bocuse’ is Bidou’s tribute to Paul Bocuse, who is sometimes known as “the pope of gastronomy” — Picture by Ethan Lau
Eat-drink  / 7 h ago

From ‘loup de mer en croûte’ to ‘nasi kandar’, these are the best things I ate in 2025

 

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Hannah Yeoh and Yeo Bee Yin share the spotlight. — Pictures by Raymond Manuel and Ahmad Zamzahuri
6 h ago

A Christmas tale of two DAP ladies, no carols included

While the transcription isn't perfect, dictating my writing is freeing while also preserving my hands. — iOS screenshot
1d ago

Cancer Diaries: Sometimes you’re grateful just to feel your hands

According to the author, the true world-beaters climb slowly, steadily. And crucially, they spend their early years dabbling widely, dipping into multiple sports, subjects, instruments — building what you might call a rich ‘learning capital’ that compounds beautifully over decades. — pexels.com pic
2d ago

Does early specialisation sabotage greatness?

I won’t pretend to have heard of Portland band Alien Boy before this, but I stumbled upon their song Changes earlier in the year and was immediately captivated by their sound. — Picture via Instagram
20 Dec 2025

My favourite albums of 2025

 

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Once the internet entered its commercialised phase and became widely accessible to ordinary households in the 1990s, its impact on journalism was profound. — Picture by Miera Zulyana
3 h ago

AI as the tool, craftsmanship as the essence of journalism — Chang Teck Peng

File picture of the Perlis State Assembly in session. — Bernama pic
4 h ago

Expulsion from political party does not affect membership of Perlis Legislative Assembly — Hafiz Hassan

According to the author, public awareness of circular economy concepts is rising but has not yet translated into widespread behavioral change. — Unsplash pic
5 h ago

Malaysia’s green ambition meets reality — Ahmad Ibrahim

The author reflects that even while enjoying a simple hot drink on Christmas Day, the quiet continuity of an ordinary day can be its own small miracle. — Unsplash pic
6 h ago

A normal day, and that’s the miracle — Nahrizul Adib Kadri

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Public Service Department personnel sign into MyDigital ID at the PSD lobby in Putrajaya, December 14, 2023. — Bernama pic
17 Dec 2025

Cancer Diaries: I shouldn’t need to think about MyDigitalID as I lay dying

Visitors view books at the Straits Quay Convention Centre in Penang on November 28, 2019. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin
15 Dec 2025

Repurposing university libraries

The author contends that meaningful change will only happen if parties radically rethink how they campaign by engaging voters seriously, offering real policy choices, empowering independents and innovating beyond old habits because Malaysians are ready for better options if they are given them. — Bernama pic
11 Dec 2025

Quit the old tired electioneering, change the game to win a bit

The author argues that PTPTN no longer functions as a real loan system because repayment rates are so poor. — Picture by Firdaus Latif
11 Dec 2025

Can we stop calling PTPTN a loan?

So many people are turning to public healthcare now, perhaps due to the rising premiums and perhaps also because of the horror stories about insurers finding too many reasons not to honour their policies. — Picture by Raymond Manuel
10 Dec 2025

Cancer Diaries: Hanging out in Emergency and insurance fears

Chief Minister Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor smiles from his vehicle after being sworn in for a second term in Kota Kinabalu November 30, 2025. — Bernama pic
04 Dec 2025

Sabah’s top game show… speed majority

Despite successful surgery and no residual cancer found, the recovery journey continues with complications including a five per cent drop in heart function and menopausal symptoms. — AFP pic
03 Dec 2025

Cancer Diaries: On ‘celebrating’ one year as a cancer patient as my heart begins to struggle

Teachers prepare for class at a school in Ipoh, Perak, on June 23, 2020. — Picture by Farhan Najib
02 Dec 2025

Schools as worry factories?

This file picture shows supporters of Barisan Nasional and Warisan turning up to support their respective candidates during the nomination process for the 17th Sabah state election at SRJK (C) Yuk Chin in Tawau November 15, 2025. — Bernama pic
27 Nov 2025

Sabah voters, every which way they lose

I'm grateful that I can get what I need from the public healthcare system. — Picture by Erna Mahyuni
26 Nov 2025

Cancer Diaries: When everyone, myself included, needs reminding I’m still sick

People need to drive out of their parking lots so let’s not act like that space in front of their car is ours by divine right! — Picture by Ahmad Zamzahuri
24 Nov 2025

Honking: When someone double parks and blocks your car

Karnan G. Crak, who had a minor role in ‘Jagat’, now stars as Siam in ‘Macai’. — Picture courtesy of Skyzen Studio
22 Nov 2025

We need to talk about ‘Macai’

The writer argues that even Fifa’s damning verdict won’t shake a system where the powerful set the rules — and rewrite the documents. — Reuters file pic
20 Nov 2025

Fifa is not going to change Malaysia

Bangkok is as vibrant as ever though like us seems to be built around malls. — Picture by Erna Mahyuni
19 Nov 2025

Cancer Diaries: Where Bangkok feeds me and shows me my limits

The author reminds Malaysians that KLIA was opened in 1998 and says there has been only the occasional leaking and minor flooding in its past 27 years. — Screengrab via X
17 Nov 2025

Poor optics but otherwise resilient #KLIA

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