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Smoke rises from the Thai bulk carrier 'Mayuree Naree' near the Strait of Hormuz after an attack on March 11, 2026. — AFP pic

Money / 6 h ago

Oil breaks US$100 as Iran strikes tankers, Bahrain fuel tanks, Oman port

Local community leaders say the changes currently seen on the ground form only the first phase of a wider upgrading plan, with additional improvements expected in a second stage. — Picture by Hari Anggara

Malaysia / 14 h ago

Roads being redesigned in Brickfields: What and why it is happening

Members of the public sign up for a payment app to facilitate the Budi Madani initiative in Kuala Lumpur on September 25, 2025. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 12 h ago

Malaysia raises RON97, RON95, diesel retail prices by up to 80 sen amid Iran war; BUDI95 stays RM1.99

Cargo containers are seen in Nanjing port, in China’s eastern Jiangsu province on March 10, 2026. — AFP pic

World / 11 h ago

Malaysia among countries in US trade investigations that could lead to new tariffs

The research highlighted that while 96.1 per cent of listings were open to Chinese renters and 92.4 per cent to Malay renters, only 68.3 per cent accepted Indian renters. — Pexels.com pic

Malaysia / 8 h ago

Room rentals in Klang Valley discriminate by race, Indians most excluded, study finds

Emergency responders attend to a crash involving a Peugeot and a Toyota Vellfire along Jalan Tun Razak in Kuala Lumpur early March 12, 2026. — KLCCC pic

Malaysia / 4 h ago

KL Fire Dept: Woman pulled from burning Peugeot after Jalan Tun Razak crash suffers 70pc burns

Malcolm Owens, an Australian public transport expert with four decades of experience in helping to design and operate metro systems in Asia, said recently that other systems proposed such as the Autonomous Rapid Transit (ART), while potentially costing less, was not cost effective and would not cope well with the traffic and passenger increases projected for Johor Bahru. — Picture by Choo Choy May

Malaysia / 14 h ago

An APM/LRT system for JB’s metro line is the way to go as city counts down to RTS, says international public transport expert

Curry ‘mee’ at Joy Ho Kopitiam in Kota Syahbandar, Melaka. — Picture by CK Lim

Eat-drink / 13 h ago

At Joy Ho Kopitiam in Melaka, a big breakfast means curry ‘mee’, ‘char kway teow’ and a slice of pumpkin cake

The estate of the Malaysian tycoon Tan Sri Ta Kin Yan is finally moving forward two years after his death on June 15, 2024, following the probate granted by the High Court on March 11, 2026 to his business partner and Waz Lian co-founder Datuk Poh Po Lian. — Reuters pic

Malaysia / 7 h ago

Executor of late Waz Lian co-founder Ta Kin Yan’s estate welcomes High Court probate ruling

The sister of national journalism figure Adibah Amin, Khalilah Fadzilah Amin, shows a photo of the siblings while being interviewed about her sister’s health, which is now reported to be stable despite her continued weakness and need for full-time care. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 8 h ago

National journalism laureate Adibah Amin in stable condition, needs full-time care

Donald Trump gestures during a visit to Verst Logistics in Hebron, Kentucky, US, on March 11, 2026. — Reuters pic

World / 12 h ago

‘We won’: Trump says Iran war was over in first hour but US staying to ‘finish the job’

Former PKR vice-president and Umno activist Datuk Marina Yusoff has died at the age of 84. She passed away at a private hospital in Kuala Lumpur at 5.16pm yesterday due to old age. — Screengrab from X/Bernama

Malaysia / 9 h ago

From Umno stalwart to PKR vice-president: Politician, activist Marina Yusoff dies at 84

The crash occurred at around 5am, with one of the vehicles catching fire following the impact. — Screengrab from Facebook/

Malaysia / 12 h ago

Flames before dawn: Car blaze after crash on Jalan Tun Razak snarls KL traffic

File picture of a man working from the comfort of home during phase three of the movement control order in Shah Alam April 15, 2020. Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil said the government is aware that some companies have adopted hybrid working arrangements, including WFH, following the Covid-19 pandemic. — Picture by Miera Zulyana

Malaysia / 5 h ago

WFH for civil servants under study, may be discussed at Cabinet meeting tomorrow, says Fahmi

A car believed to belong to activist Cikgu Chandra was set on fire in Taman Kinrara, Puchong. — Picture via social media

Malaysia / 9 h ago

Serdang activist Cikgu Chandra threatened again, police investigating two incidents

Showbiz

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From Russian school videographer to Oscar nominee: Pavel Talankin’s extraordinary journey

Pavel Talankin will walk into Hollywood’s biggest night as the co-director of an Oscar-nominated documentary exposing the propaganda and indoctrination of children in Russian schools. — AFP pic

PARIS, March 12 — Two years ago he was a videographer at a small-town Russian school, filming patriotic lessons and morning drills in the wake of Moscow’s invasion of Ukraine.This weekend, Pavel Talankin will walk into Hollywood’s biggest night as the co-director of an Oscar-nominated documentary exposing the propaganda and indoctrination of...

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Fans are expected to pack central Seoul for BTS’ free comeback concert marking the group’s first album in more than three years. — AFP pic

Showbiz / 8 h ago

Seoul tightens security as free BTS comeback concert could draw 260,000 fans

Yong Zheng Xi shared with Malay Mail his journey in the entertainment industry, which eventually led to him playing Lord Barnaby in season four of Bridgerton. — Picture via IMDb

Showbiz / 8 h ago

The long road to ‘Bridgerton’: Malaysian-born actor Yong Zheng Xi on perseverance and performance

A view of the covers of Sudirman’s ‘Balik Kampung’ and Anuar Zain and Ellina’s ‘Suasana Hari Raya’. Lyricist Dr Mohd Azam Sulong, also known as Dr Azam Dungun, said the secret behind Raya songs that become enduring classics lies in the strength of their melodies and memorable hooks that stay with listeners. — Pictures by EMI/Rediffusion Studio

Showbiz / 14 h ago

‘Instant’ Raya songs struggle to resonate, with timeless classics remaining Malaysians’ favourites (VIDEO)

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Items included in the ‘Everyone Wins’ nominee gift bag are displayed in Los Angeles, California March 9, 2026. — Reuters pic

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From spa treatments to vacations: A look at the lavish gift bags Oscar nominees receive

Yong Zheng Xi’s appearance in Season 4 of ‘Bridgerton’ continues to make waves, with Malaysians still hyping his role. — Picture via Instagram/@yongzhengxi

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From Miri to Mayfair: Malaysia’s Yong Zheng Xi on his ‘wonderful surprise’ role in ‘Bridgerton’ (VIDEO)

Austrian Chef Wolfgang Puck unveiled his menu for the Academy's official post-Oscars celebration. — AFP pic

1d ago

Hollywood’s Oscars after-party set to dazzle with caviar, truffles and golden chocolate statuettes

Sorry, fellas — Malaysian actress and singer Diana Danielle has revealed she’s no longer single. — Picture by Firdaus Latif

1d ago

Diana Danielle confirms she’s dating again — but says her ‘lowkey’ new beau will stay private for now

Actress and singer Diana Danielle (right) and local rapper Francis Roman (left) have teamed up to produce their own Raya song this year. — Picture by Firdaus Latif

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Diana Danielle sings in Mandarin for catchy festive track ‘Raya Macam Mana?’ with rapper Francis Roman (VIDEO)

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‘I was too busy’: Aliff Syukri turns personal regret into Raya short film tribute to his late father

(From left) Ni-ki, Jake, Heeseung, Jungwon, Sunghoon, Sunoo and Jay of ENHYPEN attend MAISON ENHYPEN: Los Angeles in Los Angeles August 17, 2025. — AFP pic

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Enhypen promise to ‘grow stronger’ after Heeseung’s shock departure

MBO Cinemas has announced the closure of its operations nearly five years after returning to Malaysian screens. — Picture by Ahmad Zamzahuri

1d ago

Roll credits again: MBO Cinemas shuts down after short-lived comeback

Hudson Williams, the lead actor of the TV series ‘Heated Rivalry’, arrives at Armani Hotel during the Milan Fashion Week Menswear Fall/Winter 2026/2027 in Milan January 18, 2026. — AFP pic

1d ago

‘None of us need your hateful love’: ‘Heated Rivalry’ star Hudson Williams claps back at toxic fandom

Joy Ngiaw attends the 2026 Children’s & Family Emmy Awards at Jazz at Lincoln Center on March 2, 2026 in New York City. — Arturo Holmes/Getty Images North America/AFP pic

1d ago

Joy Ngiaw makes history as Malaysian composer wins Emmy for Apple TV+ series ‘WondLa’

Rihanna shares the property with her partner, rapper A$AP Rocky and their three children. — Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports pic

1d ago

Woman charged with attempted murder after allegedly shooting at Rihanna’s LA home with AR-15-style rifle

Audrey Nuna, Ejae and Rei Ami perform during the Clive Davis party, also referred to as the annual Pre-Grammy Gala, in Los Angeles January 31, 2026. — Reuters pic

1d ago

‘KPop Demon Hunters’ is taking over the Oscars stage with ‘Golden’

Former Hollywood producer Harvey Weinstein attends a status conference to work out details of his upcoming rape retrial in New York March 4, 2026. — AFP pic

1d ago

‘I don’t want to die in here’: Disgraced movie mogul Harvey Weinstein calls prison ‘hell’

Timothée Chalamet speaks to journalists on the red carpet during screening of his film ‘Marty Supreme’ in Beijing March 10, 2026. — AFP pic

1d ago

Timothée Chalamet pulls up in Beijing, gets dubbed ‘sweet tea’ by Chinese fans

Chinese USC student SiJia Zheng speaks about how he used artificial intelligence to modify his face and make him into all the different characters of his film at the University of Southern California in Los Angeles. — AFP pic

1d ago

Chasing an Oscar dream, China film student turns to AI to bring his first movie to life

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