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People look at iPhones on display at the Apple Fifth Avenue store in New York City, US on May 23, 2025. — Reuters pic

Malaysia / 17 h ago

MCMC warns iPhone users to update iOS now following ‘Darksword’ exploit discovery

Lunch time at Sathiyanery Vegetarian Food Centre is a well organised affair where a curated vegetarian set goes for RM11. — Pictures by Lee Khang Yi

Eat-drink / 17 h ago

Brickfields’ Sathiyanery Vegetarian Food Centre offers an unbeatable vegetarian lunch set for RM11

Lim Guan Eng speaks during a campaign rally at Karpal Singh Drive in Penang on August 11, 2023. — Picture by KE Ooi

Malaysia / 12 h ago

Guan Eng mocks Penang CM over land tax, says 90pc revisions show system is broken

Norsyahira Zulkaple, 31, a nurse from Kuala Kangsar, buying kacang putih snacks for Hari Raya at Enak & Rangup Kacang Putih kacang shop located at Buntong in Ipoh, Perak.— Pictures by John Bunyan

Malaysia / 19 h ago

Indian snacks ‘muruku’, ‘kacang putih’ become Hari Raya favourites

Traffic builds up on the Kuala Lumpur-Karak Expressway towards the East Coast as city residents begin their ‘balik kampung’ journeys ahead of Aidilfitri in Kuala Lumpur. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 13 h ago

PLUS expects heavy traffic until night as festive travel peaks ahead of Aidilfitri

The US-Israel conflict with Iran has driven global fuel prices higher, but despite recent increases, Malaysia still maintains comparatively lower prices. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin

Malaysia / 7 h ago

As global fuel prices climb, how does Malaysia compare with other countries?

US President Donald Trump meets with Japan's Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington yesterday. — AFP pic

World / 17 h ago

Japan PM navigates Trump meeting smoothly despite Pearl Harbor remark

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A notice (R) informing customers that B7 biodiesel has run out is displayed on a pump at a Shell petrol station in Bangkok on March 16, 2026, following import disruptions caused by the Middle East war. — AFP pic

What You Think / 17 h ago

Malaysia can weather the Gulf war better than others in Asean — Phar Kim Beng

An undated illustrative image shows detainees in handcuffs. — Picture by Raymond Manuel

Malaysia / 12 h ago

JB Southkey murder: Five suspects arrested, four nabbed in Singapore with SPF’s help

Traffic builds on the Lingkaran Tengah Utama (LTU) Expressway in Gua Musang on March 19, 2026. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 15 h ago

Raya exodus: LLM says most routes under control except two key highways

Bank Negara Malaysia governor Datuk Seri Abdul Rasheed Ghaffour said Malaysia’s M40 group faces rising living costs despite economic growth. — Picture by Firdaus Latif

Malaysia / 12 h ago

M40 yet to feel full benefits of economic growth, says BNM governor

The Malaysian Meteorological Department has issued a warning for thunderstorms, heavy rain, and strong winds in Perak, Kelantan, Pahang, Selangor, Sabah and Sarawak until 7 pm today. — Picture by Hari Anggara

Malaysia / 8 h ago

Thunderstorms, heavy rain expected in six states until 7pm today, says MetMalaysia

Kuala Lumpur’s Bukit Bintang remains the country’s retail tourism hub, anchored by malls such as Pavilion Kuala Lumpur and neighbouring streets, which benefit from proximity to hotels, nightlife, and attractions. — Picture by Hari Anggara

Money / 16 h ago

Malaysia leads Asean retail tourism with domestic trips and premium experiences driving growth

A still from a surveillance camera shows a man dragging a woman on the ground after punching, kicking, and kneeing her in the head, reportedly in Melaka.

Malaysia / 14 h ago

Melaka food delivery rider remanded over violent attack on pregnant wife

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said he was “not sure who’s running Iran right now.” — AFP pic

World / 17 h ago

Netanyahu says Iran ‘decimated’ as Gulf energy strikes rattle markets

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Malaysia / 7 h ago

As global fuel prices climb, how does Malaysia compare with other countries?

The US-Israel conflict with Iran has driven global fuel prices higher, but despite recent increases, Malaysia still maintains comparatively lower prices. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin

KUALA LUMPUR, March 20 — The US–Israel war against Iran has pushed up global oil prices and made fuel more expensive in many countries. As the fighting has spread across the Middle East, including missile and drone attacks on energy facilities and shipping lanes near the Strait of Hormuz, supplies have...

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Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has expressed his appreciation to students and Malaysians for the creative Hari Raya Aidilfitri greeting cards sent to him in conjunction with Hari Raya Aidilfitri tomorrow. — Video screencap via Facebook/Anwar Ibrahim

Malaysia / 7 h ago

Lights, drawings and handmade touches: Anwar ‘truly touched’, thanks students for creative Aidilfitri cards (VIDEO)

Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof urged the public to use electricity and water prudently and efficiently, especially during the Hari Raya Aidilfitri season. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 8 h ago

DPM Fadillah urges prudent electricity, water use during Aidilfitri

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim waves during a gathering with the community in Permatang Pauh on March 20, 2026. — Picture by Opalyn Mok

Malaysia / 10 h ago

Anwar: Malaysia increasing border surveillance amid Middle East turmoil

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim attends Friday prayers at Masjid Jamek As-Syakirin, Kampung Pelet in Bukit Mertajam on March 20, 2026. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 11 h ago

PM observes last day of Ramadan with Penang community ahead of Aidilfitri tomorrow

Two men were killed while four others were seriously injured in an accident that occurred in Precinct 1 heading towards Taman Wetland, Precinct 12 in Putrajaya this afternoon. — Picture courtesy of Fire and Rescue Department

Malaysia / 6 h ago

Two killed, four injured after car skids and hits tree in Putrajaya

The overturned lorry blocking downhill traffic at Bukit Song. — Picture via Facebook/Info Kemalangan

Malaysia / 7 h ago

Lorry overturns, causing oil spill on Pan Borneo Highway near Bukit Song; no injuries reported

Petaling Jaya District Police Chief ACP Shamsudin Mamat speaks at a press conference in Petaling Jaya on October 14, 2025. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 9 h ago

PJ police: Driver in viral video of Myvi ramming others on NKVE wanted under POCA

An undated illustrative image shows detainees in handcuffs. — Picture by Raymond Manuel

Malaysia / 12 h ago

JB Southkey murder: Five suspects arrested, four nabbed in Singapore with SPF’s help

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In Singapore, Mufti Dr Nazirudin Mohd Nasir said based on the imkanur rukyah criteria agreed upon by MABIMS (Ministers of Religious of Brunei, Indonesia, Malaysia and Singapore), the crescent moon of Syawal was too low above Singapore’s horizon at sunset yesterday and could not be sighted. — Bernama pic

Singapore / 13 h ago

Muslims in Singapore, Indonesia, Thailand and Cambodia to celebrate Aidilfitri tomorrow

Singapore-based energy developer Sinolam International has filed for arbitration before a World Bank international court against Panama following the cancellation of its license for a gas-fired power generation project, the company said yetserday. — Pexels pic

Singapore / 13 h ago

Singapore-based Sinolam International seeks World Bank arbitration after Panama revokes gas‑plant licence

Singapore's Prime Minister Lawrence Wong (L) and Japan's Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi attend a bilateral meeting in Tokyo on March 18. — AFP pic

Singapore / 1d ago

Singapore PM warns prolonged Hormuz blockade could trigger global economic shock

Singapore's President Tharman Shanmugaratnam said that recent global political events have shown how much more troubled the world has become. — Reuters pic

Singapore / 1d ago

Singapore president warns West Asia war, Strait of Hormuz closure could trigger global downturn

This is the 14th time Changi has won the title, a record in the history of the awards, which began in 2000. — Reuters pic

Singapore / 1d ago

Singapore’s Changi Airport named world’s best for 14th time

This 2016 file picture shows John Soh (forefront) with his legal team. — Malay Mail pic

Singapore / 2d ago

Singapore court rejects appeal, John Soh’s 36‑year sentence stands in S$8b market crash

ComfortDelGro will temporarily raise metered taxi fares and introduce a booking fee on its Zig app from March 24 to May 31 to help drivers cope with higher operating costs. — SoyaCincau pic

Singapore / 2d ago

ComfortDelGro hikes metered fares, introduces booking fee in Singapore from March 24

Gold retailers in Singapore are increasing inventories as demand for the precious metal rises amid the ongoing crisis in the Middle East and shifting interest rate expectations. — Reuters pic

Singapore / 2d ago

Gold rush hits Singapore as jewellers, pawnshops and young investors pile in amid global turmoil and volatility

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Malaysia will raise spending on petrol subsidies to RM2 billion ringgit from RM700 million to maintain ⁠the fixed price of the fuel. — Picture by Yusof Isa

World / 5 h ago

From Europe to Asia, governments move to shield households from soaring energy costs as Malaysia boosts petrol subsidies to RM2b

Indonesia President Prabowo Subianto said the country is pushing to process its natural resources into higher-value products to boost industry, create better jobs and retain more wealth domestically. — Reuters pic

World / 7 h ago

Indonesia shifts from raw exports to high-value industry with EV push under Prabowo

An Israeli police vehicle moves past Muslim worshippers gathering outside the Jerusalem old city walls on March 20, 2026 to attend attend the early morning prayers for Eid al-Fitr, marking the end of the holy month of Ramadan. — AFP pic

World / 7 h ago

Worshippers blocked from Al-Aqsa mosque hold Eid prayers outside gates in Jerusalem

This photograph taken on March 17, 2026 shows obesity doctor and consultant Swati Pradhan explaining the Ozempic GLP-1 self-injectable device at her clinic in Mumbai. — AFP pic

World / 7 h ago

India set to roll out cheap weight-loss jabs as demand rises amid obesity surge

Severe Tropical Cyclone Narelle made landfall at the northern point of Queensland state, battering the coast with strong winds, driving rain and pounding surf. — AFP pic

World / 17 h ago

Severe Cyclone Narelle hits Queensland, authorities warn of rare ferocity

US President Donald Trump meets with Japan's Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington yesterday. — AFP pic

World / 17 h ago

Japan PM navigates Trump meeting smoothly despite Pearl Harbor remark

This picture taken on March 19, 2026 and released by North Korea's official Korean Central News Agency (KCNA) via KNS on March 20, 2026 shows North Korean leader Kim Jong Un and his daughter Kim Ju Ae visiting the Pyongyang Training Base No. 60 under the Capital City Defence Corps of the North Korean's Army. — AFP pic

World / 17 h ago

Kim Jong Un showcases new battle tank in large-scale North Korea drill

An Iranian man gestures as he stands near destroyed homes following a military strike on the Iranian capital Tehran on March 15, 2026. — AFP pic

World / 17 h ago

Iran restricts citizens from entering Turkiye, border crossings fall by a third

Money

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration yesterday escalated its probe into 3.2 million Tesla vehicles with Full Self-Driving driver-assistance on concerns the system may fail to detect or warn drivers in poor visibility. — Reuters pic

Money / 12 h ago

US widens Tesla FSD probe to 3.2 million vehicles after nine crashes linked to visibility issues, one fatal

At 6pm, the local currency fell to 3.9330/9415 versus the greenback from yesterday’s close of 3.9145/9205. — Picture by Choo Choy May .

Money / 1d ago

Ringgit eases against US dollar after Fed holds interest rates

At 9.11 am, the FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI (FBM KLCI) eased 7.73 points, or 0.45 per cent, to 1,722.08 from Wednesday’s close of 1,729.81. — Picture by Raymond Manuel

Money / 1d ago

Bursa Malaysia slides as Wall Street weakness, US inflation data dampen buying

Bank Muamalat Malaysia Bhd chief economist Mohd Afzanizam Abdul Rashid said the ringgit was pressured by heightened global uncertainties, particularly geopolitical tensions and the outlook for US monetary policy. — Reuters pic

Money / 1d ago

Ringgit gains against yen, pound and euro but softens against US dollar

China’s ban on exports of diesel, gasoline and jet fuel is poised to exacerbate fuel shortages and further boost prices for Asian industry and transportation buyers already grappling with tightening supplies caused by the US-Israeli war against Iran. — Reuters pic

Money / 2d ago

China’s fuel export ban tightens Asian markets and drives prices higher

Satellite image shows smoke rising from UAE's Fujairah port, amid the US-Israeli conflict with Iran, in Fujairah, United Arab Emirates, March 15, 2026. — Nasa Worldview handout pic via Reuters

Money / 2d ago

Drone strikes expose reliance on UAE’s Fujairah port as a critical Middle East oil bypass

Gas Malaysia Bhd has received a letter to proceed from the Energy Commission for its liquefied natural gas regasification terminal project in Yan, Kedah, with development costs estimated at RM2 billion to RM3 billion. — Reuters pic

Money / 2d ago

Gas Malaysia gets Energy Commission approval to proceed with RM2-3b Yan LNG terminal in Kedah

Model of LNG tanker is seen in this illustration taken May 19, 2022. The US government will hold a sale today of oil and gas drilling rights in Alaska’s National Petroleum Reserve for the first time since 2019, the latest test of the industry’s appetite for acreage in the state. — Reuters pic

Money / 2d ago

US launches first Alaska petroleum reserve lease sale since 2019 amid tepid industry interest

Sports

Arne Slot’s decision to rest a number of key players from the start against Spurs at the weekend paid off. — AFP pic

Sports / 1d ago

Arne Slot hails Liverpool display as Reds set up quarter-final clash with PSG

Messi, widely regarded as the greatest player in football history, still has some way to go before he catches his great rival Cristiano Ronaldo, the 41-year-old Portuguese superstar who is on 965 career goals. — AFP pic

Sports / 1d ago

Messi reaches 900 goals as Inter Miami fall to Nashville on away goals

Harry Kane, who sat on the bench in the first leg, scored twice as Bayern won 4-1, wrapping up a 10-2 aggregate victory to book a date with the 15-time European Cup winners. — AFP pic

Sports / 1d ago

Harry Kane says Bayern have nothing to fear ahead of Real Madrid quarter-final clash

Barcelona's Brazilian Raphinha celebrates scoring his team's seventh goal with Spanish forward Lamine Yamal (L). — AFP pic

Sports / 1d ago

Barcelona thrash Newcastle as Liverpool, Bayern and Atletico also advance in Champions League

Tottenham Hotspur's Croatian head coach Igor Tudor praised his team's performance against Atletico Madrid. — AFP pic

Sports / 1d ago

Tottenham boss Tudor says spirited Champions League exit shows team can survive Premier League

More than 80 human rights and sport advocacy groups have called on the International Olympic Committee to abandon reported plans to introduce universal genetic sex testing for female athletes and impose a blanket ban on transgender and intersex competitors. — Reuters pic

Sports / 2d ago

IOC faces pressure as over 80 rights groups oppose reported gender‑testing proposal for female athletes

Malaysia has three pairs in the world’s top 10: 2022 world champions and world number two Aaron Chia-Soh Wooi Yik (pic), world number six Man Wei Chong-Tee Kai Wun and world number seven Goh Sze Fei-Nur Izzuddin Rumsani. — Bernama pic

Sports / 2d ago

Thomas Cup draw: Japan emerge as biggest threat to Malaysia in Group B despite favourable grouping

Paris Saint-Germain snuffed out any chance of a Chelsea comeback with Khvicha Kvaratskhelia among the scorers in a clinical 3-0 victory at Stamford Bridge on Tuesday. — AFP pic

Sports / 2d ago

Chelsea collapse complete as PSG’s stars deliver dominant 3-0 win to secure last-eight Champions League spot