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Housing and Local Government Minister Nga Kor Ming that his comments reflected his long-held position as a lawyer that the integrity of Malaysia's judiciary must be defended. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 15 h ago

Nga Kor Ming stands by pledge to resign over Najib issue as Puad challenges him to quit Cabinet

Johor DAP chairman Teo Nie Ching said DAP will dissect the factors behind each defeat and other contested areas, before drawing lessons and addressing its weaknesses. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 18 h ago

DAP to review Johor losses after losing Jementah, Tangkak and nine other seats

PH deputy chairman Anthony Loke said the coalition had anticipated a tough contest given the current momentum of support for the state government. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 14 h ago

Johor polls disappointment for Pakatan, but Loke vows fresh push ahead of Negeri Sembilan election

A pregnant shopper accused of shoplifting at a Selayang hypermarket in Kuala Lumpur on July 11, 2026 has since gone viral on social media after staff were allegedly to have asked blunt questions and demanded she show her belly and Pink Book to prove pregnancy while in a public space. — Pictures from Facebook/Public Health Malaysia

Life / 13 h ago

‘What are you hiding in your belly?’ A Selayang grocery run, a baby bump and an accusation that sparked outrage

Former education minister Dr Maszlee Malik of Pakatan Harapan (PH) won the Puteri Wangsa state seat in the 16th Johor state election. — Picture via Facebook/Dr Maszlee Malik

Malaysia / 17 h ago

Former education minister Maszlee wins Puteri Wangsa, emerges lone PKR success in Johor state election

The 16th Johor polls saw Barisan Nasional (BN) winning 48 of the 56 seats contested to form the state government once again with a larger two-thirds majority. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 18 h ago

Johor polls: 55 candidates lose deposits, including all Bersama hopefuls

The King, His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, granted an audience to Barisan Nasional (BN) chairman Datuk Seri Dr. Ahmad Zahid Hamidi at Istana Pasir Pelangi today. — Picture via Facebook/Sultan Ibrahim Sultan Iskandar

Malaysia / 16 h ago

King meets Zahid and Onn Hafiz at Istana Pasir Pelangi following BN’s sweeping Johor victory

An undated picture of Paul Kiong at the Petai communist camp in Kinta Forest Reserve in Central Park, Perak while serving as the Special Branch’s ground commander. — Picture courtesy of Datuk Paul Kiong

Life / 15 h ago

How supercop Paul Kiong triggered mass defections of communists inside Perak’s jungles, while cheating death for six years

Singapore’s President Tharman Shanmugaratnam shares his views on Malaysia during a three-day official trip. — AFP file pic

Singapore / 17 h ago

From laksa to the Causeway: Singapore President Tharman opens up on ties with Malaysia, trust and the road ahead in first state visit

US President Donald Trump and Republican Senator Lindsey Graham at a campaign event. Trump has led tributes to his longtime ally, who died aged 71 after a ‘brief and sudden illness’. — AFP pic

World / 13 h ago

Trump leads tributes after key ally Lindsey Graham dies at 71, leaving big gap in his inner circle

Barisan Nasional’s (BN) landslide victory in the 16th Johor state election saw the coalition not only sweeping 48 of 56 state seats, but also racking up massive majorities in several constituencies. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 16 h ago

Johor’s tale of two margins: BN’s Permas towers at 29,505, Pakatan’s Simpang Jeram clings on by 170

Johor Menteri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi said the special holiday was declared to thank the people of Johor for fulfilling their civic responsibilities in yesterday’s 16th state election. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 9 h ago

Onn Hafiz announces Johor state holiday on July 13 to thank voters after election

EC chairman Datuk Seri Ramlan Harun said the commission first needed to determine whether the images were taken by ordinary voters inside polling streams or by postal voters. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 19 h ago

EC to scrutinise voters who shared marked ballot photos after Johor polls

A Johor Menteri Besar is expected to be sworn in at Istana Bukit Serene here at 3pm today. — Picture by Hari Anggara

Malaysia / 14 h ago

Johor MB swearing‑in: Media gather at Bukit Serene as palace keeps appointee’s name secret

Machap assemblyman Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi arrived at Istana Bukit Serene here this afternoon, believed to be to attend the swearing-in ceremony as Johor Menteri Besar. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 12 h ago

Onn Hafiz arrives at Istana Bukit Serene for Johor MB swearing‑in ceremony

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Malaysia / 9 h ago

Onn Hafiz announces Johor state holiday on July 13 to thank voters after election

Johor Menteri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi said the special holiday was declared to thank the people of Johor for fulfilling their civic responsibilities in yesterday’s 16th state election. — Bernama pic

JOHOR BAHRU, July 12 — The Johor state government has declared tomorrow a public holiday across the state.Johor Menteri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi said the special holiday was declared to thank the people of Johor for fulfilling their civic responsibilities in yesterday’s 16th state election.“I am pleased to announce...

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Acting Kota Kinabalu Police Chief Supt Syed Lot Syed Abdul Rahman said the complainant alleged that his two children had been repeatedly bullied and physically assaulted by a male schoolmate. — Picture by Ahmad Zamzahuri

Malaysia / 15 h ago

Policeman killed after Perodua Kelisa veers off Pasir Puteh‑Kota Bharu road, thrown from vehicle

The Home Affairs Ministry (KDN) will review the findings and recommendations submitted by the Enforcement Agency Integrity Commission. — Picture by Raymond Manuel

Malaysia / 15 h ago

Home Ministry to review EAIC report, vows stricter SOPs and vetting in citizenship approvals

The Selangor State Education Department (JPN) is extending full cooperation in the investigation into an alleged bullying incident involving several secondary school students in Rawang. — Picture via Facebook/JPN Selangor

Malaysia / 15 h ago

Selangor JPN vows strict action in Rawang bullying case, pledges full cooperation with police

Barisan Nasional’s (BN) landslide victory in the 16th Johor state election saw the coalition not only sweeping 48 of 56 state seats, but also racking up massive majorities in several constituencies. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 16 h ago

Johor’s tale of two margins: BN’s Permas towers at 29,505, Pakatan’s Simpang Jeram clings on by 170

A senior citizen died after the Perodua Kancil car he was driving crashed into a reversing lorry at Kilometre 69, Jalan Persekutuan Kuala Terengganu-Kota Bharu, near Bandar Permaisuri, this morning. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 9 h ago

Perodua Kancil driver killed after car crashes into reversing lorry in Setiu

Bachok Fire and Rescue Department operations commander Nor Azini Che Wil said the Form Four student from a school in Kota Bharu was travelling home after attending tuition classes when the incident occurred at about 3.10pm. — Picture via Facebook

Malaysia / 14 h ago

Teen escapes after Myvi plunges into Bachok river following suspected drowsy driving

Malaysia / 16 h ago

Terengganu says new tourism logo meets Syariah standards, turtle icon adapted for branding

Singapore President Tharman Shanmugaratnam will undertake a three-day state visit to Malaysia from July 13 to 15 at the invitation of His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia. — AFP pic

Malaysia / 17 h ago

Singapore President Tharman’s maiden Malaysia state visit begins July 13 with ceremony, talks, trade

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Singapore’s President Tharman Shanmugaratnam shares his views on Malaysia during a three-day official trip. — AFP file pic

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A 41-year-old Chinese man’s first visit to Singapore unravelled after he decided it was a ‘nice and rich’ city to go on a S$105,000 burglary spree in Sentosa and Serangoon Gardens homes. — Unsplash pic

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A Singapore magistrate warned a man seeking a protection order against his estranged wife that while generative AI can be used to prepare documents, he remains responsible for the accuracy of what he submits to court. — Unsplash pic

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Iran and Oman agreed on July 12 to continue political, legal and technical consultations aimed at ensuring safe navigation in the Strait of Hormuz. — AFP pic

World / 12 h ago

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South Korea asked North Korea on July 12 to help search for and return a missing navy sailor believed to have drifted across the inter-Korean maritime border. — AFP pic

World / 12 h ago

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World / 12 h ago

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US President Donald Trump and Republican Senator Lindsey Graham at a campaign event. Trump has led tributes to his longtime ally, who died aged 71 after a ‘brief and sudden illness’. — AFP pic

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People queue to refuel their cars at a Rosneft petrol station in Moscow on July 10, 2026. Russia — one of the world's largest oil producers — has introduced a swath of restrictions on petrol sales across the country, as Ukrainian strikes on its refineries, depots and logistics crimp domestic supply. Several regions have introduced rationing, while some gas stations and chains have sold out or closed due to a lack of supplies. — AFP pic

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Former prison minister and Brexit Party MEP Ann Widdecombe was found dead in her Devon home with serious injuries on July 8, 2026. Police have arrested a second man, aged 28, after releasing the first suspect. — AFP pic

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The ringgit is expected to move within a narrow range of RM4.05 to RM4.07 against the US dollar next week as investors await the release of the United States Consumer Price Index. — Picture by Firdaus Latif

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Switzerland's goalkeeper #01 Gregor Kobel defends as Argentina's forward #10 Lionel Messi controls the ball during the 2026 World Cup football tournament quarter-final match between Argentina and Switzerland at the Kansas City Stadium in Kansas City on July 11, 2026. — AFP pic

Sports / 10 h ago

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Aregentina’s forward #09 Julian Alvarez celebrates scoring his team’s second goal during the 2026 World Cup football tournament quarter-final match between Argentina and Switzerland at the Kansas City Stadium in Kansas City on July 11, 2026. — AFP pic

Sports / 15 h ago

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Sports / 16 h ago

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Argentina forward Lionel Messi and his teammates celebrate their 3-1 World Cup quarter-final victory over Switzerland at Kansas City Stadium on July 11, 2026. — AFP pic

Sports / 17 h ago

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England fans celebrate their team's victory at the end of the World Cup quarterfinal football match between England and Norway, in Miami Beach, Florida, on July 11, 2026. — AFP pic

Sports / 18 h ago

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Norway forward Erling Haaland reacts after his team missed a scoring chance against England at Miami Stadium on July 11, 2026. — AFP pic

Sports / 17 h ago

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