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Sultan Ibrahim departs for Russia in first state visit by Malaysian King since 1967
SUBANG, Aug 4 — His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia, left for Russia this morning for a state visit,…


‘Made by Malaysia’ economy to drive nation’s ascent to top 30 global status by 2030 under 13MP, says PM

Bung Moktar: Sabah only saw real development after BN took over in 1994
KOTA KINABALU, May 20 — Sabah only began to develop properly when the Barisan Nasional (BN) government took over from…

Trailer driver killed, three injured in four-vehicle crash on North-South Expressway near Slim River
IPOH, May 20 — A trailer driver was killed and three others injured in a collision involving three lorries and…

Penang exco calls for clear policy on construction of non-Islamic places of worship
GEORGE TOWN, May 20 — The Penang state government needs to establish a clear policy regarding the construction or renovation…

Cap Feri rice brand helps 48,000 B40 households in Penang, says exco
GEORGE TOWN, May 20 — The Cap Feri rice launched last December has benefited 48,000 individuals in the B40 income…

Langkawi hosts roaring return of LIMA 2025 with global defence assets on display
LANGKAWI, May 20 — The tranquil skies of Langkawi will once again be filled with the roar of aircraft, as…

Malaysia Airlines, AirAsia update name guidelines to make travel easier for locals
KUALA LUMPUR, May 20 — Malaysia Airlines and AirAsia have updated their name entry guidelines for flight bookings to better…

Silicon Island reclamation to take 10-15 years, says Penang exco
GEORGE TOWN, May 20 — Reclamation works to create Silicon Island off the southern coast of Penang island are projected…

Wife watches as Chinese tourist drowns during unsupervised dive in Sipadan waters
KUALA LUMPUR, May 20 — A Chinese tourist drowned while scuba diving off Sipadan Island in Semporna, Sabah, in a…

Anwar pushes Malaysia’s leadership in Asean and Global South to reshape global power dynamics
KUALA LUMPUR, May 20 — As chair of Asean, Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim is clearly asserting Malaysia’s position — and…

Father of five fined RM6,000 for threatening DBKL officer over balloon vendor incident
KUALA LUMPUR, May 19 — A father of five was fined RM6,000, in default five months’ jail, by the Magistrates’…

PM Anwar: Asean nations push for regional monetary fund to boost financial resilience
KAZAN, May 17 — Asean countries are taking steps to revive the idea of creating their own monetary fund, said…

Malaysian Prisons Dept marks 235 years, prioritises rehabilitation and reform for the future
KUALA LUMPUR, May 16 — As the Malaysian Prisons Department commemorates its 235th anniversary this year, its focus is firmly…

PKR leaders urged to prioritise unity ahead of national congress, avoid rash decisions
PUTRAJAYA, May 16 — PKR Party Election Committee Chairman Datuk Seri Dr Zaliha Mustafa reminded leaders in the party leadership…

Fahmi urges JKom and JaPen to boost public awareness on Malaysia’s pivotal role as Asean Chair, especially in rural areas
KUALA LUMPUR, May 15 — The Community Communications Department (JKom) and the Information Department (JaPen) have been asked to intensify…

From Olympic pandas to world record holders: Fu Wa and Feng Yi’s legacy in Malaysia
KUALA LUMPUR, May 14 — As giant pandas Fu Wa and Feng Yi prepare to return to China this month…

Crashes are up in Malaysia: Do you still remember what you learned in driving school? (Be honest)
KUALA LUMPUR, May 13 — With motor insurance premiums set to rise — it’s now a matter of when, not…

KL cops seek more eyewitnesses as suspect in Duta Toll superbike-4WD crash could face charges tomorrow
KUALA LUMPUR, May 12 — Police are tracking down additional witnesses to assist in the investigation into a crash involving…

Penang sets halal industry milestone with first state council, aims to lead regional and global markets
BUTTERWORTH, May 12 — Penang has become the first state in Malaysia to establish the Penang Halal Industry Development Council…

Haj time: Over 11,000 Malaysian Muslims land in Mecca and Medina, more on the way
MECCA, May 12 — A total of 11,396 Malaysian haj pilgrims have safely arrived in the Holy Land via 39…

No more rentals: Trader lands on Teluk Intan council blacklist after sledgehammer stunt over blocked shopfront
TELUK INTAN, May 12 — A watchmaker in a mall outlet in Jalan Bandar here, who ran amok by breaking…

Johor MCA: Spa chain shuts down despite allegedly collecting thousands for prepaid packages, over 50 customers file reports
JOHOR BARU, May 12 — More than 50 police reports have been lodged against a spa and wellness business after…

Quake in Sumatra on Mother’s Day, tremors felt in Penang but MetMalaysia says no tsunami threat
KUALA LUMPUR, May 11 — A magnitude 6.0 earthquake struck northern Sumatra, Indonesia earlier this afternoon, sending tremors across the…

Fight ‘between loyal friends’, Anwar says as Nurul Izzah challenges Rafizi for PKR deputy chief post
TAWAU, May 11 — The 2025 PKR election should be considered a ‘fight between loyal friends’ of the party, said…

Robbers flee with car, cash and jewellery in RM16,000 Felda home heist in Maran; police arrest within 24 hours
KUANTAN, May 11 — Three men suspected of committing a robbery at a house in Felda Jengka 8, Maran were…

Quake in Sumatra, tremors felt in Penang but MetMalaysia says no tsunami threat
KUALA LUMPUR, May 11 — A magnitude 6.0 earthquake struck northern Sumatra, Indonesia earlier this afternoon, sending tremors across the…

Anxiety? Shake it off of me: Young Malaysians sign up for PLKN 3.0 challenges as national service resumes
KUALA LUMPUR, May 11 — A sense of excitement and nervousness filled the air during the registration for the National…

Amanah dismisses Melaka state election strategy as threat to unity government, assures ongoing negotiations
KOTA BARU, May 11 — The proposal of 14 Barisan Nasional (BN) + 14 Pakatan Harapan (PH) strategy in the…

Mattress factory and recycling plant gutted by fire in Butterworth, with no casualties reported
BUTTERWORTH, May 11 — A mattress factory and a recycling plant in Kampung Tok Sani in the Sungai Lokan Industrial…