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Barisan Nasional chairman Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi (centre) attends the launch of Melaka's election machinery for the 16th Melaka State Election. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 16 h ago

‘We cannot be pushed around’: MCA walks out of Melaka event, says Barisan ignored its say on seats

A 57-year-old foreign woman was found drowned while undergoing aquatic therapy in a condominium swimming pool in Tanjung Bungah yesterday. — Picture by Choo Choy May

Malaysia / 15 h ago

Husband returns from phone call to find wife submerged in Penang condo pool

Low Kian Leong, 28, Business Development Manager at Low Yat Group and one of the fourth-generation custodians of the Low family. — Picture by Choo Choy May

Life / 18 h ago

More than just a hotel: Inside the Low family’s mission to preserve The Federal Kuala Lumpur

Sultan of Selangor, Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah, has expressed disappointment over the mismanagement of Tabung Haji. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 15 h ago

Selangor Sultan rebukes Tabung Haji mismanagement, says politicians must serve rakyat

A family looks out of a cabin on the Singapore Flyer in Singapore on October 15, 2026, as haze caused by forest fires in Indonesia shrouds the country. — AFP pic

Singapore / 15 h ago

Singapore shrugs off Indonesian gas cuts, urges importers to take legal recourse

Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong delivers a speech during the Asean-Gulf Cooperation Council-China Summit at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre on May 27, 2025. — Bernama pic

Singapore / 12 h ago

Singapore vows to protect contractual rights over Indonesia’s gas export cut; PM confirms nuclear feasibility study

Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Sabah and Sarawak) Datuk Mustapha Sakmud said the people of Sabah and Sarawak remain firmly committed to upholding Malaysia’s sovereignty and reject any provocation involving the disrespectful display of the Jalur Gemilang by irresponsible parties overseas. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 11 h ago

Upside-down Jalur Gemilang in Melbourne: Sabah, Sarawak firmly behind Malaysia’s sovereignty, says Mustapha Sakmud

A general view of around the Kuala Lumpur city center shrouded by haze. — Picture by Hari Anggara

Malaysia / 13 h ago

Even as skies begin to clear, eateries say the haze has already hurt business

Anthony Loke was speaking at Pakatan Harapan's candidate announcement event in Melaka last night. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 10 h ago

Loke announces RM1,000 payout for Melaka taxi drivers ahead of state polls

A screengrab from a video shared by Huan Cheng Guan on Facebook shows flash flooding in Penang this morning.

Malaysia / 14 h ago

Overnight downpour floods Penang neighbourhoods, leaving dozens of homes underwater

Kimchi Lai is the first woman to win the Giffard West Cup, an international bartending and mixology competition created by Maison Giffard in 1997. — Picture by Choo Choy May

Eat-drink / 15 h ago

Hidden blessings: Kimchi Lai lost her job to AI, embraced full-time bartending and is now the first woman to win France’s Giffard West Cup

A demonstrator wearing a gas mask holds a protest placard in Jakarta on October 22, 2026. — AFP pic

Singapore / 15 h ago

Indonesia cuts natural gas exports to Singapore amid regional haze dispute

The Sultan of Selangor hopes his legacy will be one of progress, strong institutions and social harmony, with the interests of the people remaining at the heart of his reign. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 15 h ago

After 25 years on the throne, Selangor Sultan says people remain his priority

Fire and Rescue Department personnel carry the body of a man who died after being buried in a landslide at a two-storey semi-detached house in Taman Seri Rambai, Paya Terubong October 25, 2026. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 11 h ago

Body of doctor pulled from rubble, residents evacuated after Paya Terubong landslide

Both Syed Saddiq and Bella Astillah were taken aback by the large crowd turnout at their Kenduri Rakyat in Muar today. — Picture via Instagram/RizmanRuzaini

Life / 8 h ago

Muar really turn up: BASS overwhelmed by large crowds at their ‘Kenduri Rakyat’, apologise for any shortcomings (VIDEO)

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Malaysia / 7 h ago

Haze: Johor schools to reopen in phases, starting with exam candidates

Schools in Johor will reopen in phases, with the first phase on Monday (tomorrow) and Tuesday limited to students sitting for examinations according to the scheduled timetable. — Bernama pic

JOHOR BAHRU, Oct 25 — Schools in Johor will reopen in phases, with the first phase on Monday (tomorrow) and Tuesday limited to students sitting for examinations according to the scheduled timetable.State Education and Information Committee chairman Dr Muhammad Naqib Md Ghazali said the decision was made following the decree...

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Datuk Seri Muhammad Sanusi Md Nor says Perikatan Nasional will form the federal government after GE16, even though the Registrar of Societies deregistered the coalition on October 20, 2026 and it is challenging the decision in court. — File picture by Shafwan Zaidon

Malaysia / 4 h ago

Sanusi: GE16 will be Pakatan’s last term in Putrajaya and Perikatan’s final term as Opposition

Health Minister Datuk Seri Dzulkefly Ahmad delivers a speech at the National-Level World Mental Health Month 2026 celebration at the World Trade Centre Kuala Lumpur October 25, 2026. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 5 h ago

Dzulkefly: MOH strengthening mental health support nationwide, workplace policy under consultation

A Malaysian Agricultural Research and Development Institute staff member died after being stung by a swarm of bees while collecting honey at the agency’s farm in Ayer Putih yesterday. — AFP pic

Malaysia / 5 h ago

Mardi worker killed by bee swarm while collecting honey at farm in Kemaman

Eight areas nationwide recorded unhealthy air quality as of 6pm today, with Serian IPD in Sarawak recording the highest Air Pollutant Index (API) reading of 192. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 6 h ago

Haze: Eight areas nationwide record unhealthy API as of 6pm, Serian highest at 192

The Johor government expects 26,000 job opportunities to be offered to young people across the state this year, driven by rapid economic growth and the influx of high-value investments. — Unsplash pic

Malaysia / 7 h ago

Johor expects 26,000 job opportunities for youth this year, says Onn Hafiz

Prime Minister and Pakatan Harapan chairman Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim (3rd left) shakes hands with PH candidates contesting in the 16th Melaka State Election during the PH Candidate Announcement and Election Machinery Launch Ceremony at the Hang Jebat Stadium October 24, 2026. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 8 h ago

Melaka state polls: PKR’s 30pc women candidates offer voters a more inclusive choice, says Fadhlina

Squishy toys are pictured in this illustration image. The Trade Ministry recently seized more than 5,800 uncertified units nationwide. — Unsplash pic

Malaysia / 9 h ago

Trade Ministry puts the squeeze on uncertified squishy toys, seizes over 5,800 nationwide

Anthony Loke was speaking at Pakatan Harapan's candidate announcement event in Melaka last night. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 10 h ago

Loke announces RM1,000 payout for Melaka taxi drivers ahead of state polls

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Singapore

The former medical professional established an IV line and administered anti-nausea medication to the ill SIA cabin crew member. — Picture from Xiahongshu/Nicole K

Singapore / 6 h ago

When there’s no doctor on board: Ex-healthcare worker steps up to put IV line in sick SIA steward at 35,000 feet

Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong delivers a speech during the Asean-Gulf Cooperation Council-China Summit at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre on May 27, 2025. — Bernama pic

Singapore / 12 h ago

Singapore vows to protect contractual rights over Indonesia’s gas export cut; PM confirms nuclear feasibility study

A demonstrator wearing a gas mask holds a protest placard in Jakarta on October 22, 2026. — AFP pic

Singapore / 15 h ago

Indonesia cuts natural gas exports to Singapore amid regional haze dispute

A family looks out of a cabin on the Singapore Flyer in Singapore on October 15, 2026, as haze caused by forest fires in Indonesia shrouds the country. — AFP pic

Singapore / 15 h ago

Singapore shrugs off Indonesian gas cuts, urges importers to take legal recourse

A villager douses a fire with water to extinguish it on a palm oil plantation in West Kalimantan, on September 6, 2026. The 10 Singapore firms served notices either own land concessions in Indonesia or have related companies that do, according to the Singapore National Environment Agency. — AFP pic

Singapore / 1d ago

Wilmar, Bumitama and First Resources fall in line on Singapore’s haze probe, seven still silent

Singapore has identified 65 applications (apps) containing harmful content in a test involving more than 7,000 apps across all Designated App Distribution Services (D-ADSs), the Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA) said. — Unsplash pic

Singapore / 1d ago

Singapore finds harmful content and age-rating lapses across major app stores

A Singapore Land Transport Authority contractor tows away a foreign-registered vehicle used for illegal cross-border rides to Malaysia. — Singapore Land Transport Authority pic via AsiaOne

Singapore / 1d ago

Singapore nabs six drivers at Woodlands and Tuas for illegal rides to Johor

Miss Universe Singapore 2026 winner Vion Erico Tan (centre) was initially set to represent Singapore at the 75th Miss Universe pageant in Puerto Rico. — Picture from Instagram/missuniversesingapore_official

Singapore / 1d ago

Singapore’s new Miss Universe won’t be going to Puerto Rico — neither will Malaysia’s

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World

A protester holds a banner reading ‘You are not on the right side of history’ during a nationwide demonstration over rising living costs and public services in Bordeaux, western France, on October 24, 2026. — AFP pic

World / 4 h ago

Do you hear the people sing? From Paris to Marseille, French protesters face tear gas as anger over costs boils over

Israeli right-wing settlers attend a Torah lecture at a newly built camp near Kibbutz Nahal Oz, along the Gaza border, on October 22, 2026. — AFP pic

World / 4 h ago

From peace to despair: How Oct 7 changed views in an Israeli kibbutz

The headquarters of the Bank of Israel in Jerusalem. Israel’s central bank slaps down Netanyahu’s crypto sanctions-dodging idea in a public statement on October 25, 2026. — AFP pic

Money / 5 h ago

Netanyahu floats an ‘alternative economy’, and his own central bank isn’t buying it

Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf urges the nation to use less gas as officials anticipate a shortfall in the winter of 2026.— Middle East Images pic via AFP

World / 5 h ago

Save gas, get paid: Iran’s parliament speaker offers cash to cut consumption as shortfall fears grow

South Korean travellers at Incheon International Airport. Accidents and incidents involving South Korean nationals in 10 countries under Seoul’s travel advisories rose 48.3 per cent in 2025. — Pexels pic

World / 4 h ago

South Koreans face more kidnappings, disappearances in China, Cambodia and eight other countries

North Korean leader Kim Jong-un addresses the third meeting of Korean People’s Army company leaders at the Pyongyang Gymnasium in Pyongyang — AFP pic/KCNA via KNS

World / 1d ago

Kim Jong-un makes surprise China border trip, fuelling summit speculation once again

Israeli army soldiers walk towards the bodies of two armed Palestinian men after a fire exchange at the northern checkpoint of Hebron in the Israeli-occupied West Bank on October 23, 2026. — AFP pic

World / 1d ago

On his way to cover an olive harvest, AFP photographer ends up capturing a deadly attack

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu (centre) waves to supporters at a Likud Party campaign meet-and-greet in Netanya on October 22, 2026, days before its October 27 national election and before he vowed a massive military response to the killing of two Israeli soldiers near Hebron. — AFP pic

World / 1d ago

Netanyahu promises Palestinian Authority a ‘big surprise’ after soldiers killed near Hebron

Money

A Nissan new energy vehicle store in a shopping mall in Shanghai’s Pudong New Area on October 12. Japanese carmakers including Nissan are working to shorten vehicle development times to keep pace with faster Chinese rivals. — CFoto pic via AFP

Money / 7 h ago

Four to five years vs under two: Nissan, Honda, Toyota hit fast-forward button as Japan chases China

US President Donald Trump speaks to the media before boarding Marine One on the South Lawn of the White House in Washington, DC on October 23, 2026. — AFP pic

Money / 13 h ago

Despite Trump pressure, Fed likely to hold interest rates steady ahead of US midterms

Indonesia Coordinating Minister for Downstreaming and Energy Transition Bahlil Lahadalia (right) says the country is prioritising its own gas consumption. — Anadolu pic via AFP

Money / 1d ago

Indonesia says 70pc of its gas stays home — Singapore feels the cut first

Malaysia’s currency is set for a quiet week at RM4.07-RM4.08 as all eyes turn to the US Federal Open Market Committee meeting scheduled for October 27-28, 2026. — Pexels pic

Money / 1d ago

Will the US Fed change its tone? Ringgit waits for clues

Shares in parent company Kering fell more than 16 per cent on October 23, 2026 after the French luxury group published results that failed to reassure investors about a turnaround at Gucci. — Pexels pic

Money / 1d ago

Gucci and Volvo Cars get hammered as oil and AI worries rattle markets

Ahead of next month’s midterm US elections, Donald Trump has increasingly blamed Ukrainian strikes on Russian refineries for surging energy prices back home, which are causing the president political headaches. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin

Money / 1d ago

Ukraine refinery strikes, Middle East war: What’s driving US fuel prices?

Repayment deferments have since been extended to the victims affected by the recent floods along the Nepal-China border, said Bank Negara Malaysia. — Picture by Hari Anggara

Money / 2d ago

BNM: Nepal-China flood victims to receive loan repayment deferments, fee waivers

Suppliers and customers reportedly began receiving notices about the closure last month, while the factory is also said to be laying off its employees.

Money / 2d ago

End of an era: Marie biscuit maker Lee Biscuits closing Johor factory

Sports

Kazakhstan’s Elena Rybakina routs Canadian Leylah Fernandez 6-2, 6-2 to defend her title in the Ningbo Open final on October 25, 2026. — AFP pic

Sports / 5 h ago

Title No. 4 of the season: Rybakina cruises past Fernandez in straight sets at Ningbo Open final

Masatora Kawano from Japan set a new world record for the men’s marathon racewalk at the All Japan Race Walking meeting in Yamagata Prefecture, finishing 42.195km course in 2 hours, 55 minutes and 14 seconds on October 25, 2026. — AFP file pic

Sports / 6 h ago

Heel, toe, history: Japanese man racewalks 42km marathon in under 2:56

Japan’s Naomi Osaka attends a press conference during the Japan Open tennis tournament at the Ariake Coliseum in Tokyo on October 25, 2026. — AFP pic

Sports / 8 h ago

‘My daughter is my biggest priority’: Naomi Osaka opens up about her uncertain tennis future

A fan wearing a penguin suit stands as heavy rain delays the start of the Australian MotoGP Grand Prix on Phillip Island on October 25, 2026. — AFP pic

Sports / 12 h ago

Australian MotoGP cancelled due to treacherous weather

Chelsea goalkeeper Mike Penders shouts during the English Premier League match against Tottenham Hotspur at Stamford Bridge in London on October 24, 2026. — AFP pic

Sports / 16 h ago

Tottenham end eight-year jinx at Chelsea’s Stamford Bridge — thanks to an own goal

Aston Villa defender Matty Cash celebrates after the final whistle during the English Premier League match against Manchester City at Villa Park in Birmingham on October 24, 2026. — AFP pic

Sports / 16 h ago

Villa ends Manchester City’s perfect start, Arsenal also go top of the Premier League

Real Madrid coach Jose Mourinho’s first spell at the club was marked by Clasico clashes on the pitch and in the press room. — AFP pic

Sports / 1d ago

Eye pokes, a ‘scandal’ and a war of words: Mourinho brings the Clasico circus back

Ducati Lenovo’s Marc Marquez slides off the track during qualifying for the Australian MotoGP at Phillip Island on October 24, 2026. — AFP pic

Sports / 1d ago

Big brother Marc Marquez crashes, hops on spare bike and still beats Alex to pole at Australian MotoGP