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Dewan Rakyat erupts over linguistic duel: ‘Mambar’ vs ‘Mambang’ debate sparks laughter, fury
KUALA LUMPUR: A parliamentary sitting descended into a flurry of confusion, humour and thinly veiled threats on Wednesday (Aug 6)…
Central African Republic’s Touadera announces bid for third term
BANGUI (Reuters) -Central African Republic's President Faustin-Archange Touadera said on Saturday he will run for a third term later this…
Misuse of tourism licences will lead to firm consequences, warns Tiong
KUALA LUMPUR: Firm action will be taken against the misuse of licences, including dive permits, tour guide credentials, and travel…
Greece battles wildfires across country, evacuates villages
DROSOPIGI, Greece (Reuters) -Firefighters were battling wildfires near Athens and across Greece on Saturday as the Mediterranean country sweltered under…
Trump says he is seeking a ceasefire between Thailand, Cambodia
WASHINGTON (Reuters) -U.S. President Donald Trump said on Saturday he was calling the leaders of Cambodia and Thailand to press…
Asean News Headlines at 10pm on Saturday (July 26, 2025)
Malaysia:* Anwar extends appreciation to all parties for smooth, incident-free rally / Anwar reaffirms commitment to democracy, freedom of speech*…
Fahmi engages over 2,300 Madani community members at Melaka gathering
MELAKA: Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil engaged with over 2,300 members of the Madani Community from across Peninsular Malaysia during…
Cameroon elections body rejects candidacy of president’s main rival
YAOUNDE (Reuters) -Cameroon's electoral commission has rejected the candidacy of Maurice Kamto, the main rival to President Paul Biya, in…
Pahang Sultan, Tengku Ampuan extend condolences on Jerantut OCPD’s passing
KUANTAN: The Sultan of Pahang, Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri'ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah and the Tengku Ampuan of Pahang, Tunku Azizah Aminah…
No arrests made during ‘Turun Anwar’ rally, police confirm
PETALING JAYA: No arrests linked to the “Turun Anwar” rally have been made, says Bukit Aman.IGP Datuk Seri Mohd Khalid…
PKR unveils new leadership lineup: Key appointments announced
PETALING JAYA: The Parti Keadilan Rakyat (PKR) Central Leadership Council (MPP) announced several key figures in their party’s main positions,…
Hajiji’s choice: Sabah PKR ready for any decision by Gabungan Rakyat president on electoral pact
KOTA KINABALU: Sabah PKR is open to any decision by Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor as he is expected to set…
Woman rushed to KL Hospital after experiencing breathing difficulties during rally
KUALA LUMPUR: A woman was rushed to the Kuala Lumpur Hospital (HKL) after experiencing breathing difficulties while taking part in…
Johor cops call on the public to help find missing six-year-old
ISKANDAR PUTERI: Police are appealing for public assistance to locate a six-year-old boy who has been reported missing in Taman…
Government monitoring investments in Thailand, Cambodia amid conflict
ISKANDAR PUTERI: The government will monitor Malaysia’s investments in Thailand and Cambodia amid the ongoing conflict between the two countries,…
MyDigital ID rollout must prioritise trust over compulsion, says think tank
PETALING JAYA: The government must prioritise public trust and voluntary participation over compulsion in implementing the MyDigital ID platform, says…
Protesters gather at Dataran Merdeka despite rain
KUALA LUMPUR: The rain is no deterrent for protesters at Dataran Merdeka, as prominent figures began delivering their speeches at…
Anwar calls on MPs to uphold civil debate in parliament, avoid insults and profanity
PUTRAJAYA: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has called on Members of Parliament (MPs) to foster a culture of respectful…
AGC to re-examine influencer’s false report case
PETALING JAYA: The Attorney General’s Chambers (AGC) will re-examine the case involving a motoring influencer who lodged a false police…
AKPS detains two officers for ‘Flying Passport’ activity at CIQ Complex
JOHOR BARU: The Malaysian Border Control and Protection Agency (AKPS) has detained two enforcement officers at the Customs, Immigration, and…
Thai-Cambodian fighting extends into third day despite ceasefire calls
SISAKET, Thailand (Reuters) -Fighting on the Thai-Cambodian border extended into a third day and new flashpoints emerged on Saturday as…
Photo Gallery: July 26 rally
Rally participants will gather at five locations - Masjid Negara, Pasar Seni, Masjid Jamek Sultan Abdul Samad, Masjid Jamek Kampung…
Mara expels six students for bullying, adopts zero-tolerance policy
Students involved in bullying will not be given second chances, says Majlis Amanah Rakyat (Mara) chairman Datuk Dr Asyraf Wajdi…
Five injured in multi-vehicle crash in Penang
Five people were severely injured, and one escaped with minor injuries after a multi-vehicle crash along Jalan Perak, ending on…
Dr M’s granddaughter loses RM1.8mil in home burglary
The granddaughter of former Prime Minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad reportedly lost belongings worth an estimated RM1.8mil after her home…
Two Southwest flight attendants injured after jet moved to avoid another aircraft
WASHINGTON (Reuters) -Two flight attendants on a Southwest Airlines flight departing from Burbank, California, were injured and being treated on…
Honduras mandates face masks again as respiratory illnesses spike
TEGUCIGALPA (Reuters) -Over five years after the COVID-19 outbreak, Honduras has reinstated mandatory mask wearing in public spaces amid a…
U.S. stocks close higher | The Star
NEW YORK, July 25 (Xinhua) -- U.S. stocks ended higher on Friday. The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 208.01 points,…
Crude futures settle lower | The Star
NEW YORK, July 25 (Xinhua) -- Oil prices fell on Friday. The West Texas Intermediate for September delivery lost 87…