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Putrajaya’s Palace of Justice as seen on July 9, 2025. — Picture by Raymond Manuel

Malaysia / 15 h ago

It’s official: Malaysia’s judges get 30pc pay hike starting January 2026

A test train travels along the RTS Link alignment near Bukit Chagar during its first dynamic run on December 26, 2025. — Picture via Facebook/RTSO

Singapore / 18 h ago

A first ride at last: Johor–Singapore RTS Link hits key milestone with inaugural train test from depot to border

Sources said the former minister was believed to have received about RM5 million from a property development company, while the luxury vehicle was allegedly given by a billboard company. — Picture by Choo Choy May

Malaysia / 13 h ago

MACC records statement from ex-minister over alleged RM5m bribe, Lamborghini

Woodlands Checkpoint, where a Malaysian man was arrested after authorities seized more than 3kg of cannabis and 1.7kg of Ice during enhanced checks. — Reuters pic

Singapore / 17 h ago

Malaysian arrested at Singapore’s Woodlands with cannabis, ‘Ice’ exceeding death penalty limits

The accused, Loo Chun Hai, in a wheelchair, makes his way to the Pengerang Magistrate's Court to face charges today. — Picture by Ben Tan

Malaysia / 17 h ago

E-hailing driver in wheelchair charged with dangerous driving that killed three youths

Lawyer Muhammad Farhan Muhammad Shafee (right) confirmed that the appeal was filed last Wednesday. — File pic by Yusof Mat Isa

Malaysia / 18 h ago

Najib has filed his appeal over failed house arrest bid, lawyer confirms

MetMalaysia warns of monsoon surge hitting Malaysia Jan 1–5. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 15 h ago

Stormy start to 2026: MetMalaysia warns of Jan 1–5 monsoon surge, tells Sarawak to brace for heavy rain

FAM acting president Datuk Mohd Yusoff Mahadi said Datuk Ong Kim Swee must be given full trust and authority to reshape the National Football Development Programme. — Picture by Hari Anggara

Sports / 13 h ago

‘We cannot restrict him’: FAM says Ong Kim Swee must be given space to rebuild Malaysia’s youth football

The Fire and Rescue Department (Bomba) has shared a recent fire incident involving two electric vehicles. — SoyaCincau pic

Malaysia / 13 h ago

Bomba: Cause still unclear in Damansara EV fire that scorched XPeng, BYD and damaged home

Police have launched an investigation after footage of a trailer truck damaging cars at the Ayer Keroh R&R went viral online. — Screengrab of the video from social media

Malaysia / 18 h ago

Police investigate viral video of trailer truck colliding with cars at Ayer Keroh R&R

Shah Alam Line Operations Head Mohd Ariffin Idris said the LRT3 project is currently undergoing fault-free running tests for each train. — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa

Malaysia / 12 h ago

Update on Shah Alam LRT operations expected next month as testing continues

Singapore / 18 h ago

End of an era for the male gaze: Hooters to shut its only Singapore outlet after 30 years

MACC conducted search operations at the Malaysian Armed Forces offices at the Ministry of Defence (Mindef) as well as at the suspect’s official residence, beginning around 5 pm and continuing until midnight. — Picture by Choo Choy May

Malaysia / 13 h ago

MACC investigation into Army project procurement now focusing on flow of funds

Using fancy number plates for vehicles is against the law. — SoyaCincau pic

Malaysia / 14 h ago

Counterfeit JPJePlates hit the streets, throwing JPJ’s standardisation drive into chaos

Calls to introduce a councillor system are growing as DBKL defers releasing details of the 2026 Budget allocations with no date set as of December 29, 2025. — File picture by Hari Anggara

Malaysia / 12 h ago

Kuala Lumpur residents fear city projects at risk as DBKL defers 2026 allocations

Showbiz

11 h ago

Brigitte Bardot dies, and France can’t agree whether to mourn or roll its eyes

Portraits of late French actress Brigitte Bardot and flowers at the entrance of her Saint-Tropez home on December 28, 2025. Bardot died at 91. — AFP pic

PARIS, Dec 29 — French politicians were divided on Monday over how to pay tribute to the late Brigitte Bardot, who despite her screen legend courted controversy and convictions in later life with her far-right views.The film star died on Sunday aged 91 at home in the south of France....

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‘Papa Zola The Movie’ is making waves at the Malaysian box office and is set for international release from January 2026. — Picture courtesy of Astro Shaw

Showbiz / 16 h ago

Local animation ‘Papa Zola The Movie’ rakes in RM43m at box office in under three weeks

Vijay said Malaysia’s multicultural society and long-established Tamil community had helped preserve the Tamil language and cinema far beyond India. — Bernama pic

Showbiz / 16 h ago

‘Malaysia is special’: Vijay lauds country’s role in global Tamil culture

French actress Brigitte Bardot and Swiss ecologist Franz Weber (right) prepare a campaign against seal-hunting in Paris on March 3, 1977. — AFP pic

Showbiz / 17 h ago

Brigitte Bardot: The star who left cinema first — and never looked back

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French actress Brigitte Bardot poses for photographers in April 1959 in London where she has just arrived to continue the shooting of the film ‘Babette s’en va-t-en guerre’. — Picture by Intercontinentale/AFP

18 h ago

The mambo that shocked France: How Brigitte Bardot danced her way into legend

French actress Brigitte Bardot and Swiss ecologist Franz Weber (right) prepare a campaign against seal-hunting in Paris on March 3, 1977. — AFP pic

17 h ago

Brigitte Bardot: The star who left cinema first — and never looked back

Danielle (left) and Minji of NewJeans arrive at Seoul Central District Court during mediation talks in August, amid the group’s contract dispute with ADOR. — Picture from social media

19 h ago

ADOR cuts ties with Danielle and signals legal action, NewJeans’ reunion hopes falter

A photo shows flowers and a plush toy of a cat layed at the statue of late French actress and animal rights activist Brigitte Bardot, created from an artwork by Italian comic book author Milo Manara, on the Place Blanqui in Saint-Tropez, southeastern France. — AFP pic

19 h ago

Brigitte Bardot, 91, remembered as cinema legend and lifelong animal rights champion

20 h ago

Avatar: Fire and Ash stays top of North American box office with US$64m weekend

Malaysia’s production house Astro Shaw released a slate of films in 2025 that pushed the boundaries of the country’s usual genres. — Picture courtesy of Astro Shaw

23 h ago

Astro Shaw achieved multiple firsts for local films in 2025: Here is what to expect in 2026

A pedestrian stands outside a closed theatre in Athens during a 24-hour strike by Greek actors on December 27, 2025. — AFP pic

1d ago

No pay, no play: Greek theatres go dark as actors strike

French actress and singer Brigitte Bardot smokes a cigarette at the courthouse in Paris on January 29, 1962 after testifying for her ex-husband film director Roger Vadim in the trial against film director Francois Truffaut over the film

1d ago

French film legend Brigitte Bardot dies at 91, leaves legacy on screen and in animal welfare

‘Blood Brothers: Bara Naga’ became the talk of Malaysia, captivating audiences nationwide with its high-octane action and earning international acclaim. — Picture courtesy of Primeworks Studios

1d ago

Malaysian cinema in 2025: A defining year of hits, fresh concepts and international recognition (VIDEO)

Former NCT member Taeil will remain in prison after South Korea’s Supreme Court upheld his three-and-a-half-year sentence in a sexual assault case. — Picture via Instagram/mo.on_air

2d ago

Ex-NCT star Taeil to stay behind bars for gang rape after top court upholds three-and-a-half-year sentence

After a well-received first season, 'Drops of God' brings back some wine-related (not induced) adventures. — Picture via Apple

2d ago

What should be on your Apple TV to-watch list in 2026

Perry Bamonte of The Cure performs at North Island Credit Union Amphitheatre on May 20, 2023 in Chula Vista, California. The Cure guitarist and keyboard player Perry Bamonte has died aged 65, the legendary British dark rock band announced on Friday, December 26. — Getty Images via AFP pic

2d ago

The Cure guitarist and keyboard player Perry Bamonte dies aged 65

The actor was welcomed at Subang Skypark alongside the film’s music director Anirudh Ravichander. — Picture via Facebook

26 Dec 2025

Vijay touches down in Kuala Lumpur ahead of ‘Jana Nayagan’ audio launch

TIME described the series as one of the year’s best TV series, highlighting its emotional depth and ability to make everyday struggles feel extraordinary without relying on fantasy or genre spectacle. — Picture via Facebook/NETFLIX

26 Dec 2025

‘When Life Gives You Tangerines’ named TIME’s best K-drama of 2025, beating ‘Squid Game’ season 3

26 Dec 2025

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

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