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Zahid, who is also Rural and Regional Development Minister, claimed the purported pressure came in the form of officers being questioned over their presence at the events, which he said was likely framed as civil servants participating in political activities. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 17 h ago

Zahid claims ministry officers ‘pressured’ over attending BN-linked events during state polls

Four company owners, Choo Lee Peng, 58, Chuah Hok Guan, 60, Chiang Hon Wai, 44, and Chong Yee Hoe, 55, leave the Sessions Court here today after pleading not guilty to 29 charges involving false documents submitted for incentive claims under the Social Security Organisation (PERKESO) Daya Kerjaya 2.0 Programme. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 10 h ago

Actress, business owners among 17 facing charges over alleged Perkeso claims scam

Nurul Izzah would officiate the PKR Women’s and Angkatan Muda Keadilan (AMK) congresses on Aug 14 before going on leave. — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa

Malaysia / 8 h ago

PKR gives Nurul Izzah temporary leave from deputy president duties after congress

MRT Corp said the Penang Mutiara LRT Line has continued to make steady progress through a series of key delivery milestones covering engineering design, construction planning, land readiness and railway systems implementation.

Malaysia / 18 h ago

MRT Corp awards RM3.03b Penang Mutiara LRT systems contract to MRCB-Theta Edge JV

A BTS fan poses for a photo in front of a poster at Tokyo Dome before the start of the K-pop group’s first World Tour ‘Arirang’ in Tokyo April 17, 2026. — AFP pic

Showbiz / 16 h ago

No skips allowed: BTS racks up four billion plays for ‘Arirang’ while Jungkook hits the jackpot with ‘Seven’

Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi speaks during the monthly assembly of the Rural and Regional Development Ministry in Putrajaya on August 6, 2026. — Picture by Yusof Isa

Malaysia / 17 h ago

After Johor and Negeri Sembilan wins, Zahid sees ‘blue wave’ heading to Putrajaya

This file picture shows former prime minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob arriving for questioning at the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission headquarters in Putrajaya on March 13, 2025. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 6 h ago

Former PM Ismail Sabri to be charged tomorrow at KL Sessions Court

Tendon Kohaku in TTDI serves ‘tendon’, a ‘tempura’ rice bowl designed to be an affordable and filling one-dish meal. — Picture by Ethan Lau

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Tendon Kohaku: The ‘tendon’ chain bringing satisfying ‘tempura’ rice bowls to TTDI

A vessel is anchored off the coast of Sharjah in the United Arab Emirates on August 3, 2026. — AFP pic

World / 14 h ago

Iran and Oman agree on new Strait of Hormuz shipping route

Kuala Lumpur police chief Datuk Fadil Marsus (centre) witnesses the handover of duties as Dang Wangi district police chief from SAC Sazalee Adam (left) to Supt Nuzulan Mohd Din at the Kuala Lumpur police headquarters, August 6, 2026. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 9 h ago

Kuala Lumpur police reshuffle six senior positions including CID, narcotics and district chiefs

An undated photograph shows the facade of the University of Cambridge. — University of Cambridge pic

World / 17 h ago

Cambridge’s youngest black professor resigns over PhD plagiarism claims

Former Public Accounts Committee (PAC) member Tony Pua, 54, said he was familiar with the contents of the report, having read it as a PAC member at the material time. — Malay Mail file pic

Malaysia / 8 h ago

1MDB audit excluded Najib’s personal bank accounts, Tony Pua tells court

Perak police chief Datuk Mohd Alwi Zainal Abidin as saying that initial investigations found the incident occurred late on Aug 3 after the victim allegedly became aggressive and disturbed other residents at the care home. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 12 h ago

Caregiver allegedly told residents to tie up man before fatal beating at Perak care home, police say

Deputy Prime Minister and Rural and Regional Development Minister, Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said that anyone found involved in wrongdoing or mismanagement within government agencies and statutory bodies must be held accountable. — Picture by Yusof Isa

Malaysia / 14 h ago

Zahid says those involved in TH mismanagement must face consequences

Malaysian Oscar winner Tan Sri Michelle Yeoh’s trophy shelf gets busier as Busan rolls out the red carpet for the Asian Filmmaker of the Year at its 2026 International Film Festival from October 6 to 15. — Bernama file pic

Showbiz / 11 h ago

Busan crowns Michelle Yeoh Asian Filmmaker of the Year

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Malaysia / 6 h ago

Former PM Ismail Sabri to be charged tomorrow at KL Sessions Court

This file picture shows former prime minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob arriving for questioning at the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission headquarters in Putrajaya on March 13, 2025. — Bernama pic

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 6 — Former Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob will be charged tomorrow at the Kuala Lumpur Sessions Court under the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) Act.Based on a court system check, the charge against the Bera Member of Parliament will be read before Judge Suzana Hussin...

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MACC continued questioning a former company chief financial officer over alleged power abuse involving the RM370 million purchase of shares in two plantation firms linked to findings in the Tabung Haji RCI report. — Picture by Choo Choy May

Malaysia / 7 h ago

MACC questions former CFO for third day over RM370m share deal flagged in Tabung Haji RCI

Abdul Wahid Ismail (left), 55, and his wife Fauziah Muda, 52, watch dashcam footage of his MPV colliding with a herd of wild elephants at their home in Kampung Pasir Gajah, Chukai, August 6, 2026. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 9 h ago

MPV driver calls for improved LPT2 safety measures after elephant collision

Kuala Lumpur police chief Datuk Fadil Marsus (centre) witnesses the handover of duties as Dang Wangi district police chief from SAC Sazalee Adam (left) to Supt Nuzulan Mohd Din at the Kuala Lumpur police headquarters, August 6, 2026. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 9 h ago

Kuala Lumpur police reshuffle six senior positions including CID, narcotics and district chiefs

Perak police chief Datuk Mohd Alwi Zainal Abidin said a forensic specialist from Raja Permaisuri Bainun Hospital confirmed the cause after an autopsy was carried out yesterday. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 11 h ago

Care home resident died from head trauma after alleged beating, police say

Deputy Works Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Maslan said the use of the modular construction system enables projects to be completed more quickly according to schedule, ensuring that the facilities will be ready for use for the 2027 Year One school session.— Bernama pic

Malaysia / 8 h ago

Ahmad Maslan says modular system will ensure Cakna Madani classrooms completed before 2027 school term

On Aug 4, a beam of a pre-war building collapsed, injuring two tourists. —Picture courtesy of Fire and Rescue department

Malaysia / 12 h ago

Penang urged to enforce safety checks for ageing heritage buildings after Armenian Street incident

The family has lodged three police reports and filed a complaint with the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) over fake social media accounts that used her daughter’s name and photographs. — Picture by Choo Choy May

Malaysia / 11 h ago

Penang Education Department launches probe after student allegedly targeted in sexual harassment, AI-manipulated images case

Perak police chief Datuk Mohd Alwi Zainal Abidin said they arrested the suspects - five men and two women aged between 22 and 44 - between 12.30 am and 3.05 am on Tuesday (Aug 4). — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 12 h ago

Married couple among seven nabbed as police seize 2.8kg of MDMA in Perak raids

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As demand for housing grows, Singapore government looking at flexible options for young Singaporeans

A general view of the Johor Causeway at Johor Baru November 4, 2022. The Vehicle Entry Permit requirement for foreign-registered vehicles entering Malaysia should not deter Singaporeans from visiting Malaysia, according a trade group and residents in Johor. — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa

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This file picture shows a general view of Banzai Cliff along the coast in Saipan, Northern Mariana Islands. — AFP pic

World / 7 h ago

Pacific islands alarmed by Trump-backed push for deep-sea mining

This file picture shows Apollo Quiboloy, founder of the Philippines-based Kingdom of Jesus Christ church, arriving for a Senate hearing in Manila on October 23, 2024, as the United States formally seeks his extradition on sex-trafficking charges. — AFP pic

World / 7 h ago

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Karen refugees from the refugee camps along the Thai-Myanmar border place seedling trays of germinated rice in a rice paddy in Nakhon Sawan province on August 5, 2026. — AFP pic

World / 11 h ago

Thailand grants legal work rights to Myanmar refugees with ‘pink cards’

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World / 14 h ago

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World / 17 h ago

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At 6pm, the local currency traded higher at 4.0875/0920 against the greenback from yesterday’s close of 4.0920/0960. — Picture by Raymond Manuel

Money / 8 h ago

Ringgit closes higher, but gains capped ahead of US payrolls report

At 5pm, the FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI (FBM KLCI) fell 11.02 points to 1,737.15, compared with yesterday’s close of 1,748.17. — Picture by Hari Anggara

Money / 9 h ago

Bursa Malaysia closes lower as investors take profit after market rebound

Disney reported better-than-expected quarterly profits, driven by strong performance at its theme parks. — AFP pic

Money / 17 h ago

Disney beats profit forecasts as theme parks keep visitors coming

US dollar and Malaysian ringgit banknotes pictured in an illustration August 15, 2024. — Picture by Choo Choy May

Money / 18 h ago

Ringgit firms against dollar as weak US data rattles markets

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Money / 18 h ago

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Money / 19 h ago

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Money / 1d ago

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A Cathay Pacific plane takes off from Hong Kong international airport on March 11, 2026. — AFP pic

Money / 1d ago

Cathay Pacific first-half profit jumps 71pc as travel demand offsets fuel cost surge

Sports

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Sports / 17 h ago

Newcastle tap former Al-Ahli boss Matthias Jaissle to replace Howe

Arsenal's Spanish manager Mikel Arteta blows a kiss to the fans after the English Premier League football match between Arsenal and Fulham at the Emirates Stadium in London on April 1, 2025. — AFP pic

Sports / 17 h ago

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US president Donald Trump is expected to join Fifa president Gianni Infantino in presenting the World Cup trophy after the final between Spain and Argentina in New Jersey. — AFP pic

Sports / 19 h ago

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US President Donald Trump holds the World Cup trophy with Fifa chief Gianni Infantino during the 2026 draw announcement at the White House, August 22, 2025. — AFP pic

Sports / 1d ago

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Newcastle United's Brazilian midfielder #39 Bruno Guimaraes clashes with Arsenal's English midfielder #41 Declan Rice during the English Premier League football match between Newcastle United and Arsenal at St James' Park in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, north east England on November 4, 2023. — AFP pic

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Sports / 1d ago

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Sports / 1d ago

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