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Datuk Seri Najib Razak has maintained that the RM2.08 billion he received in 2013 was a Saudi donation and not 1MDB funds, and will learn his fate at the High Court today, nearly seven years after being charged in 2018. — Picture by Firdaus Latif

Malaysia / 7 h ago

After six-year wait, Najib faces High Court judgment in RM2.2b 1MDB trial today — will the ‘Saudi donation’ defence hold?

Sanglang assemblyman Mohd Shukri Ramli said he was not angry with the assemblymen but acknowledged he may have been ‘too kind’ and placed too much trust in the friendships he had formed. — Screengrab from Facebook/Mohd Shukri Ramli

Malaysia / 18 h ago

‘We never expected this from our friends’, says Mohd Shukri Ramli amid Perlis political turmoil

The Federal Court also ordered that Najib’s application for judicial review be heard before a new High Court judge. Hence the matter before Justice Alice Loke.

What You Think / 5 h ago

High Court decision on addendum order is sufficiently supported by authorities but nonetheless stands corrected on appeal — Hafiz hassan

Mohd Shukri Ramli said he had informed the Ruler of Perlis of his decision to resign due to health reasons. — Picture via Facebook/Mohd Shukri Ramli

Malaysia / 19 h ago

Mohd Shukri Ramli resigns as Perlis menteri besar over health reasons

Malaysia’s former prime minister Najib Razak seen entering court this morning. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 1 h ago

Three hours in, Najib’s 1MDB judgment adjourned — courtroom drama paused for Friday prayers

Gold, silver and copper have surged to record highs as investors seek protection from geopolitical uncertainty, a weaker US dollar and rising industrial demand linked to artificial intelligence and the energy transition. — AFP pic

Money / 17 h ago

Why gold, silver and copper are surging to record highs — and why the rally may not be over

Malaysia / 2 h ago

1MDB: Inside Malaysia’s extraordinary tale of missing billions and political downfall

Logan Paul with the Pikachu Illustrator card, one of the rarest Pokémon collectibles, which is heading to auction amid a booming nostalgia-driven market. — Composite of Facebook pictures

Life / 18 h ago

Logan Paul plays his Pokémon card right with sale of record RM21.4m collectible

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said full commitment was also being given to the implementation of the Malaysia Agreement 1963 (MA63), in addition to fair management of oil and gas resources to ensure that economic benefits were channelled directly to the people. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 18 h ago

‘Real transformation is under way’: Anwar pledges inclusive development for Sarawak under Madani govt

The suspect was charged under Section 302 of the Penal Code, which carries a death sentence or imprisonment of between 30 and 40 years. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 3 h ago

Body-in-bag case: Suspect charged with murder of Suri Narudin in Tampin

Housing and Local Government Minister Nga Kor Ming expressed his disappointment that there still were some who littered, especially in city centres and public areas. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 5 h ago

Nga Kor Ming says urban cleanliness is shared responsibility, warns of stiffer fines from Jan 1

When you’re around Bukit Ceylon, look for the ‘ikan bakar’ served at Fatimah Corner — Picture by Lee Khang Yi

Eat-drink / 5 h ago

When in the city centre, drop by Lorong Ceylon’s Fatimah Corner for perfectly cooked ‘ikan bakar’ for lunch

The ringgit extended its rally today, opening higher to reach another five-year high against the US dollar amid a holiday-shortened trading week. — Picture by Firdaus Latif

Money / 4 h ago

Ringgit strengthens further, touches five‑year high at 4.0410 against dollar

Thirteen Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) officers, comprising senior and junior personnel, returned home safely after completing an 18-month deployment with the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS). They were welcomed at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) Terminal 1 by their family members. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 5 h ago

Thirteen Malaysian police officers return after UN peacekeeping mission in South Sudan

The victim, a 40-year-old local man working in the private sector, was deceived into participating in a fictitious investment scheme. — Picture by Firdaus Latif

Malaysia / 4 h ago

Private sector worker in Miri cheated of RM238,000 in bogus China investment

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Malay Mail’s Top 10 picks: ‘Avatar: Fire and Ash’ debuts and takes second spot at Malaysian box office, while local ‘Papa Zola The Movie’ continues to reign supreme

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 26 — The long-awaited third instalment of the Avatar film has finally made its way to cinemas, and while it's only been a week since its debut, it found its place at No. 2 at the local box office, while local animation Papa Zola The Movie remained...

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Jimmy Kimmel delivers Channel 4’s alternative Christmas message, taking aim at US politics and free speech. — Picture via Facebook/Jimmy Kimmel

Showbiz / 2 h ago

Not your usual Christmas cheer: Jimmy Kimmel says ‘tyranny is booming’ in US

Siti Nurhaliza said in a post on X that she had managed to see her fan a few days earlier while he was hospitalised. — Bernama pic

Showbiz / 2 h ago

‘Fans are our strength’: Siti Nurhaliza grateful for last meeting with longtime fan before his death

Indonesia has lodged a complaint in the UK after controversial British adult film star Bonnie Blue allegedly desecrated its flag in London. — AFP pic

Showbiz / 23 h ago

Adult actress Bonnie Blue back in trouble with Indonesia after ‘desecrating’ flag in London

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This file picture shows Stephen Colbert posing with his Emmy for Outstanding Variety Special (Live) at the 73rd Primetime Emmy Awards in Los Angeles September 19, 2021. — Reuters pic

1d ago

Stephen Colbert is a ‘dead man walking’: Trump’s Christmas attack on US late-night TV

Wendy’s charming smile lights up the stage as she prepares to perform a beloved K-drama OST. — Photo courtesy of FriedRice Entertainment

1d ago

‘A voice from heaven’: K-pop star Wendy of Red Velvet wows fans at first solo KL show

(From left) Sadie Sink, Caleb McLaughlin, Finn Wolfhard, Gaten Matarazzo, Noah Schnapp and Millie Bobby Brown attend the world premiere of Netflix’s ‘Stranger Things’, Season 5, in Los Angeles November 6, 2025. — AFP pic

1d ago

Dear Billy… it begins: ‘Stranger Things’ embarks on its final send-off this Friday

2d ago

British comedian Russell Brand hit with two new rape and assault charges

Released in October, Jisoo’s dreamy pop single features British singer Zayn. — Picture via Facebook/Zayn

2d ago

Blackpink’s Jisoo tops 100 million Spotify streams with ‘Eyes Closed’ featuring Zayn (VIDEO)

CEO and Chair of the Board of Turning Point USA Erika Kirk (L) and US rapper Nicki Minaj arrive on stage during Turning Point's annual AmericaFest conference in Phoenix, Arizona December 21, 2025. — AFP pic

2d ago

From misfits to MAGA: Nicki Minaj embraces culture shift with ‘cool kids’ of the right

Chris Rea battled ‌serious health issues in later years, including pancreatic cancer in the 1990s and early 2000s, and a stroke in 2016, which left ‍him with slurred speech and reduced movement in his arms and fingers. — Picture via Instagram

23 Dec 2025

British singer-songwriter Chris Rea, best known for ‘Driving Home for Christmas’, dies at 74

'Call of Duty: Black Ops 6' was the best-selling video game in US in 2024. — Picture from Steam

23 Dec 2025

‘Call of Duty’ co-creator Vince Zampella killed in car crash

In this picture taken on July 21, 2020, people walk past a wall mural with images of Bollywood actors, under a road bridge in Mumbai. — AFP pic

22 Dec 2025

India’s Bollywood counts costs as star fees squeeze profits

This photo taken on December 17, 2025 shows Hong Kong film director Kiwi Chow looking at posters for his film ‘Deadline’ inside his office at Hong Kong's Kwun Tong District. — AFP pic

22 Dec 2025

Banned film exposes Hong Kong’s censorship trend, director says

After a decade-long courtship, actors Shin Min‑a and Kim Woo‑bin have officially wed. — Pictures via social media

22 Dec 2025

Shin Min-a and Kim Woo-bin look radiant in newly-released wedding photos

22 Dec 2025

Third ‘Avatar’ film soars to top in North American box office debut

James Ransone appeared in 12 episodes of The Wire’s second season, portraying the troubled dock worker whose volatility and vulnerability made the character one of the show’s most memorable figures. — AFP pic

22 Dec 2025

‘The Wire’ actor James Ransone dies at 46

The inaugural two-day festival coined as Metalverse Music Festival 2026 is going to take place on April 30 and May 1 next year at Mega Star Arena in Sungei Wang Plaza. — Picture courtesy of Vox Nation Live

22 Dec 2025

Metalverse: Malaysia’s new metal festival to feature Miss May I, Red Jumpsuit Apparatus, Blessthefall and more in 2026

Malaysian singer JessC has delivered around 40 songs at her recent My Style concert at the Mega Star Arena in Sungei Wang Plaza. — Picture courtesy of JessC

21 Dec 2025

Malaysian singer JessC goes all out with ‘My Style’ concert: 40 songs with six outfit changes and one memorable night

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