Malaysia Oversight
Lee Westwood qualifies for Open; first major berth since 2022

Lee Westwood qualifies for Open; first major berth since 2022

Lee Westwood will make his first major championship start in three years when he tees it up at the Open…
Malaysia targets Thai visitors with sustainable travel campaign ahead of VM2026

Malaysia targets Thai visitors with sustainable travel campaign ahead of VM2026

BANGKOK: Malaysia launched a major campaign to attract more Thai travellers ahead of Visit Malaysia 2026 (VM2026), promoting the country…
Malaysia poised for long-term benefits in Asean self-reliance drive

Malaysia poised for long-term benefits in Asean self-reliance drive

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia is well-positioned to reap long-term benefits as Asean intensifies efforts to build a more self-reliant and resilient…
Putra Heights blast: Rebuilding of homes underway, some ready by October [WATCH]

Putra Heights blast: Rebuilding of homes underway, some ready by October [WATCH]

SHAH ALAM: Reconstruction of homes destroyed in the Putra Heights gas pipeline explosion is well underway, with some expected to…
Heatwave grips Europe as red alerts issued, temperatures soar past 46°C

Heatwave grips Europe as red alerts issued, temperatures soar past 46°C

ROME: French authorities put Paris on red alert for extreme heat and Spain and Portugal reported record temperatures as a…
Ringgit closes higher against major currencies, Asean peers

Ringgit closes higher against major currencies, Asean peers

KUALA LUMPUR: The ringgit closed higher against the US dollar today, buoyed by improved regional sentiment.At 6pm, the local note…
Ministry to submit report on AI risks, legislative measures this year

Ministry to submit report on AI risks, legislative measures this year

KUALA LUMPUR: Digital Ministry is preparing a detailed report on legislative measures to address the risks associated with artificial intelligence…
#SHOWBIZ: Celeb couple Rezky Aditya, Citra Kirana on happy marriage: 'Always spend time together'

#SHOWBIZ: Celeb couple Rezky Aditya, Citra Kirana on happy marriage: 'Always spend time together'

KUALA LUMPUR: Since tying the knot in 2019, Indonesian actors Rezky Aditya and Citra Kirana have navigated the natural ups…
UK economy grew at fastest pace in a year in Q1 before expected slowdown

UK economy grew at fastest pace in a year in Q1 before expected slowdown

LONDON: Britain's economy grew at its fastest pace in a year in the first three months of 2025 as homebuyers…
A mother's love: Queen shares heartfelt memories on Tunku Mahkota Ismail's birthday

A mother's love: Queen shares heartfelt memories on Tunku Mahkota Ismail's birthday

JOHOR BARU: Behind her royal duties and national responsibilities, Her Majesty Raja Zarith Sofiah, Queen of Malaysia, holds dearest the…
China to resume some Japanese seafood imports after Fukushima ban

China to resume some Japanese seafood imports after Fukushima ban

BEIJING: China has lifted a ban on seafood imports from most regions of Japan, partially mending a years-long dispute over…
Govt to continue strengthening Sabah's defence: Mohamed Khaled

Govt to continue strengthening Sabah's defence: Mohamed Khaled

KUALA LUMPUR: Defence Minister Datuk Seri Mohamed Khaled Nordin said the government will continue to strengthen defence in Sabah even…
Man dies in collision with parked cars

Man dies in collision with parked cars

KOTA TINGGI: A man died when the Proton Saga he was driving crashed into two other vehicles, which were parked…
Pogba joins Monaco after serving doping ban

Pogba joins Monaco after serving doping ban

Paul Pogba has joined AS Monaco on a free transfer after signing a two-year contract, the Ligue 1 club said…
Expanded Club World Cup is football's worst idea, says Klopp

Expanded Club World Cup is football's worst idea, says Klopp

Former Liverpool manager Juergen Klopp has criticised the introduction of the expanded Club World Cup format, calling it the worst…
Fearless Alcaraz has third Wimbledon title in his sights

Fearless Alcaraz has third Wimbledon title in his sights

LONDON: Carlos Alcaraz believes conquering his fear factor has given him the confidence to chase a landmark third successive Wimbledon…
MPI proposes establishment of Utusan Melayu journalism academic chair

MPI proposes establishment of Utusan Melayu journalism academic chair

SUBANG JAYA: The Malaysian Press Institute (MPI) has proposed the establishment of the Utusan Melayu Journalism Academic Chair at local…
Motac continues awareness campaigns to curb haj, umrah scams

Motac continues awareness campaigns to curb haj, umrah scams

TUMPAT: The Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture (Motac) will continue to carry out awareness campaigns to prevent the public…
Today's news in pictures - Friday, June 27, 2025

Today's news in pictures – Friday, June 27, 2025

MISSED what happened today? Here's a glimpse at what happened throughout the country in photographs.© New Straits Times Press (M)…
Poh Huat earnings under pressure amid cost surge, tariffs

Poh Huat earnings under pressure amid cost surge, tariffs

KUALA LUMPUR: Furniture manufacturer Poh Huat Resources Holdings Bhd is likely to see softer near-term earnings, weighed down by persistent…
Never mind the summer, British curlers set for Winter Olympics

Never mind the summer, British curlers set for Winter Olympics

LONDON: With temperatures set to soar and sports fans focused on a coming feast of tennis and cricket, Britain named…
Anna Wintour steps down as US Vogue editor after nearly 40 years

Anna Wintour steps down as US Vogue editor after nearly 40 years

NEW YORK: Magazine legend Anna Wintour stepped down as editor of US Vogue on Thursday after 37 years during which…
Police nab foreign duo caught after high-speed chase, seize meth

Police nab foreign duo caught after high-speed chase, seize meth

PONTIAN: An attempt by two foreigners to evade a police inspection failed when they were apprehended following a 15-kilometre chase,…
RM7.29mil cocaine vape syndicate: Singaporeans among four facing death for trafficking

RM7.29mil cocaine vape syndicate: Singaporeans among four facing death for trafficking

KUALA LUMPUR: Four men, including three Singaporeans, are facing the death penalty after being charged with trafficking nearly 10 litres…
China, reeling from floods, braces for second tropical cyclone in two weeks

China, reeling from floods, braces for second tropical cyclone in two weeks

BEIJING: A tropical depression may hit southern China as early as Thursday, meteorologists cautioned, bringing rain and gales to a…
Carlos Sainz Sr decides not to stand for FIA president

Carlos Sainz Sr decides not to stand for FIA president

LONDON: Mohammed Ben Sulayem's chances of being re-elected unopposed as president of motor racing's world governing body increased on Wednesday…
Brazilian found dead after fall at Indonesia's volcano

Brazilian found dead after fall at Indonesia's volcano

JAKARTA: A Brazilian tourist who fell down a ravine at an Indonesian volcano popular with hikers has been found dead,…
Why are corrupt and powerful people so hard to reel in?

Why are corrupt and powerful people so hard to reel in?

It is no secret that many are puzzled about, even disillusioned with, the application of justice in the country. Much…