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UN Security Council votes to reimpose Iran nuclear sanctions
UNITED NATIONS, United States: The United Nations Security Council voted Friday to reimpose deep economic sanctions on Iran over its…
No overlap between Zara Qairina prosecution and inquest, say lawyers
KUALA LUMPUR: There would be no overlapping of proceedings if the prosecution of several suspects in the bullying case were…
Genting Plantations seed venture to bolster diversification
KUALA LUMPUR: Genting Plantations Bhd's venture into the vegetable seeds business could accelerate its diversification beyond palm oil and unlock…
Anwar: Govt support for Indian community extends beyond Mitra
KUALA LUMPUR: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has defended the government against claims that it has sidelined the Indian…
Brain drain: Doctors quit for better pay abroad
KUALA LUMPUR: Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad said 12 medical officers had resigned to work abroad in 2024,…
Johari Ghani: Biosafety Act amendments set for mid-2026
KUALA LUMPUR: Amendments to the Biosafety Act 2007 are expected to be tabled for the first reading in Parliament as…
Over 9,300 begin PrEP treatment since 2023 as MOH expands HIV/AIDS awareness
KUALA LUMPUR: A total of 9,309 people have started Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) treatment from January 2023 up to June this…
Trump floats Ukraine security pledges in White House talks with Zelenskyy, EU
WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump said Monday that Russia would accept security guarantees for Ukraine as part of a peace…
'You look fabulous in that suit!' Zelenskyy outfit wows Trump
WASHINGTON: The fates of nations have rarely, if ever, been decided by sartorial choices.But Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy was certainly…
'BN rural, PH urban' formula not foolproof, says analyst
KUALA LUMPUR:The electoral formula that Barisan Nasional (BN) should concentrate on rural seats while Pakatan Harapan (PH) focuses on urban…
Lassana Diarra seeks €65 million from Fifa, Belgian FA
PARIS: Former France international Lassana Diarra is seeking €65 million (US$76 million) from Fifa and the Belgian football association as…
Negri thrash 10-man Police, KTRW stun KL City
KUALA LUMPUR: Negri Sembilan crushed 10-man Police 5-0, while KL City suffered a shock 3-1 defeat to Kelantan The Real…
Neighbours: College student found murdered was quiet, private
SUBANG JAYA: The college student who was found dead at her home in USJ 2/1 last Thursday was described by…
Bursa CEO: Malaysia's capital market resilient, poised for growth
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia's capital market remains resilient and well-positioned for growth, Bursa Malaysia chief executive officer Datuk Fad'l Mohamed said.This…
Extension of Malaysian MotoGP contract depends on detailed data – Hannah
PUTRAJAYA: The decision on whether the Sepang International Circuit (SIC) will get the 'green light' from the government to extend…
Two men refuelling van by roadside, fatally struck in three-vehicle crash
IPOH: Two men were killed after they were hit by a car while they were refuelling their van by the…
Otopeni is final chance for Malaysian swimmers to book SEA tickets
KUALA LUMPUR: The World Aquatics Junior Swimming Championships in Otopeni, Romania from Aug 19-24 will be the final chance for…
A game-changer for Malaysian deaf sports
PUTRAJAYA: A landmark RM3 million government grant is being hailed as a game-changer for Malaysian deaf sports, powering the national…
Expanded SST designed to be progressive, fairer – Amir Hamzah
KUALA LUMPUR: The government made the decision to maintain the Sales and Service Tax (SST) with an expanded scope after…
Today's news in pictures – Monday, August 18, 2025
MISSED what happened today? Here's a glimpse at what happened throughout the country in photographs.© New Straits Times Press (M)…
Malaysia concludes FTA talks with S. Korea, signing expected in October – Tengku Zafrul
SINGAPORE: Malaysia has concluded negotiations for a free trade agreement (FTA) with South Korea and is expected to sign the agreement in…
PSD conducting in-depth study on raising retirement age to 65 – Dr Zaliha
KUALA LUMPUR: There is a policy need to raise the retirement age from 60 to 65 years for both the…
Policeman dies after motorcycle rammed by suspected drunk driver
SEREMBAN: A policeman was killed after his motorcycle was rammed by a car driven by a man believed to be…
Ringgit ends lower against US dollar ahead of FOMC minutes release this week
KUALA LUMPUR: The ringgit closed lower against the US dollar ahead of the release of the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC)…
12,000 citizens seek compensation from ex-presidential couple over martial law
SEOUL: More than 12,000 citizens filed a lawsuit Monday against former President Yoon Suk Yeol and his wife, seeking compensation…
FTA with South Korea concluded, will continue to engage all countries – Tengku Zafrul
SINGAPORE: Malaysia has concluded its free trade agreement (FTA) negotiations with South Korea and is expected to sign the document…
Privatisation without governance is 'piratisation', says Anwar
PUTRAJAYA: Privatisation that ignores governance and accountability risks becoming "robbery by the minute," or what Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar…
Bukit Mertajam MP helps ailing siblings rebuild ancestral home
BUKIT MERTAJAM: The resilience of two siblings in the face of hardship and health struggles has drawn the attention of…
Hamas receives new Gaza truce plan
CAIRO: Hamas negotiators in Cairo have received a new proposal for a ceasefire in Gaza calling for an initial 60-day…