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Penang Port Commission denies claim Pulau Duyung ferry had only three life jackets
GEORGE TOWN, Nov 13 — The Penang Port Commission (PPC) has strongly denied recent social media claims alleging that ferry…
Targeted sugar subsidy mechanism to be presented to Cabinet soon, cooking oil aid to continue, says Fuziah
Ahmad Zahid: Malaysia, Guangxi must ‘trade up and invest forward’ to deepen economic ties
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 18 — Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has called on Malaysia and China’s…
Heavy rain triggers flash flood in Bukit Mertajam, water rises to one metre
BUKIT MERTAJAM, Oct 18 — Heavy rain last night caused the water of Sungai Kulim to overflow, causing Kampung Tun…
Police classify UM student’s fall as sudden death, post-mortem underway
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 18 — The police have classified as sudden death, the case of a Universiti Malaya (UM) student…
Police presence to increase around schools as part of national digital safety initiative
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 18 — The Home Affairs Ministry (KDN), through the Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM), will step up patrols…
Anwar urges fast-tracking of RM4b Kota Madani smart city project in Putrajaya
PUTRAJAYA, Oct 18 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has called for the swift implementation of the Kota MADANI…
Can independents change Sabah? What is the ‘Black Wave’ movement trying to achieve in the next state election
KOTA KINABLU, OCT 18 — As established coalitions prepare for Sabah’s next election, Kudat MP Datuk Verdon Bahanda’s ‘Black Wave’…
End of an era: As Maybank moves into Merdeka 118, what’s next for its iconic former home?
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 18 — Malaysia’s first homegrown bank, Maybank, has officially moved into the world’s second-tallest and the country’s…
Malaysia Q3 GDP growth proof that economy remains strong despite global turmoil, says Fahmi
PUTRAJAYA, Oct 17 — Malaysia’s gross domestic product (GDP) in the third quarter of 2025 is forecast to grow 5.2…
Sabah PH components hail court win on 40pc revenue as ‘historic justice’ under MA63
KOTA KINABALU, Oct 17 — Sabah Pakatan Harapan (PH) component parties today joined the cheers from Sabahans following the High…
‘Just don’t regret it later’: Zahid says MIC free to leave BN
SHAH ALAM, Oct 17 — The action of a political party not inviting leaders from other parties to attend its…
MOE backs smartphone ban for under-16s in school, promises guidelines after school killing
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 17 — The Education Ministry (MOE) today said guidelines will be issued soon on a proposed ban…
Hannah Yeoh’s defamation appeal over ‘Christian nation’ claim: Court of Appeal to decide later
PUTRAJAYA, Oct 17 — The Court of Appeal has reserved its decision on Segambut Member of Parliament Hannah Yeoh’s appeal…
Selangor pledges counselling for students in school struck by Bandar Utama stabbing tragedy as attendance plummets
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 17 — The Selangor state government will provide counselling aid to students of the Bandar Utama secondary school,…
Not a road lockdown: Closures for Asean Summit only in stages, says Fahmi
PUTRAJAYA, Oct 17 — Roads will be closed in stages and only at specific times during the 47th Asean Summit,…
Body of hiker Mustaqqeem airlifted from Gunung Liang after fatal expedition from Fraser’s Hill
IPOH, Oct 17 — The body of hiker Mustaqqeem Mansoor, 34, who was reported to have died on Gunung Liang…
Selangor rolls out free Influenza A jabs to 12,500 students in four high-risk districts
SHAH ALAM, Oct 17 — The Selangor government has allocated RM1 million to provide free Influenza A vaccinations to 12,500…
Family allegedly extorted after being trailed from Menora Tunnel to Tapah R&R, police hunting suspects
IPOH, Oct 17 — A family travelling through the Menora Tunnel was allegedly trailed and extorted in the early hours…
Sabah Law Society urges federal government not to appeal 40pc revenue ruling
KOTA KINABALU, Oct 17 — The Sabah Law Society (SLS) has urged the federal government not to appeal the High…
MACC’s Op Sky nets 16 bank officers in RM2m loan approval scandal
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 17 — Sixteen individuals, comprising current and former bank officers arrested under the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission’s (MACC)…
At wake of Bandar Utama stabbing victim, Nurul Izzah urges expert input on school caning
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 17 — PKR deputy president Nurul Izzah Anwar today said Malaysia should consult experts before attempting to…
UM confirms student hurt after fall at campus
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 17 — A Universiti Malaya (UM) student was injured after reportedly falling from one of its residential…
Hajiji hails High Court’s landmark ruling on Sabah’s 40pc revenue right
KOTA KINABALU, Oct 17 — The Sabah government today hailed the High Court’s landmark decision affirming the state’s constitutional right…
Lemon law vs warranty: What Malaysian car buyers need to know
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 17 — During Budget 2026, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim announced plans for amendments to the…
Fahmi: Cabinet mulls police presence, stricter social media rules in response to school violence
PUTRAJAYA, Oct 17 — The government could increase police presence, allow teachers to conduct frequent spot checks, and tighten rules…
Umno postpones general assembly to January 2026 due to clash with Sabah election
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 17 — The 2025 Umno General Assembly scheduled for Nov 26 to 29, has been postponed to…
Shah Alam police probe bullying incident after Standard One pupil allegedly beaten by two students during recess
SHAH ALAM, Oct 17 — A Standard One pupil at a primary school in Section 32 near here has been…
Doctor pleads not guilty to molestation and indecent assault charges involving two women in Penang
GEORGE TOWN, Oct 17 — A doctor was charged in two Magistrates’ Courts today with four counts of molestation and…
No phones for under-16s? Putrajaya moves to tighten school safety rules after rash of incidents
PUTRAJAYA, Oct 17 — The Cabinet today proposed three immediate measures to address safety issues in schools, including rising cases…