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A screengrab from a viral video of the crime scene where a man in his 70s reportedly lost control of his Proton X70 SUV and crashed into a motorcyclist in his 20s on Jalan 17/21, Petaling Jaya, killing him instantly on May 5, 2026.

Malaysia / 9 h ago

Biker in 20s dies in horror crash after Proton X70 driver in his 70s loses control in Section 17 PJ

DAP veteran Lim Guan Eng urged Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim to amend Sosma within three months, saying Putrajaya should show the same urgency it has given to proposed amendments to the Mara Act. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin

Malaysia / 8 h ago

‘No more excuse’: Guan Eng tells Anwar to reform Sosma in three months, match urgency on Mara Act

The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission chief commissioner Tan Sri Azam Baki said the MACC has recommended two people involved in the chip patent deal with UK semiconductor giant Arm Holdings to be charged. — Picture by Yusof Isa

Malaysia / 3 h ago

Azam Baki: MACC recommends charges against two in Arm Holdings chip probe

Seen here is Negeri Sembilan’s Yang di-Pertuan Besar Tuanku Muhriz Tuanku Munawir. A former judge said there could be difficulties (such as for appointments of a Menteri Besar) if the Undangs do not work with the state ruler. — Picture by Yusof Isa

Malaysia / 11 h ago

Negeri Sembilan govt can continue running, but hurdles ahead if Undangs don’t co-operate, ex-judge says

The Balai Undang Sungei Ujong pictured following claims of a notice to vacate the premises. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 9 h ago

No agenda, no notice: Six Negeri Sembilan leaders file suit over controversial sitting

A 37-year-old Perodua Axia driver was killed after his car skidded and was pierced by a guardrail on the North-South Highway near Gopeng, Perak on May 5, 2026 but the other four passengers inside the vehicle survived. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 8 h ago

Horror crash on NSE near Gopeng: Perodua Axia driver dies after metal barrier tears through car

MACC chief commissioner Tan Sri Azam Baki said the probe is ongoing, with statements recorded from 10 individuals so far, while another 15 are being traced to assist investigations. — Picture by Yusof Isa

Malaysia / 4 h ago

MACC detains eight in Padini-linked probe, statements recorded from 10

Malaysia Airlines planes are parked at the Kuala Lumpur International Airport on October 12, 2024. — Picture by Raymond Manuel

Money / 8 h ago

Malaysia Airlines climbs four places in global brand rankings amid premium pivot

The selection of doubles pairs for the Asian Games will be based on current performances in several key tournaments, including the World Championships and upcoming World Tour events. — Reuters pic

Sports / 7 h ago

Malaysia sending two badminton doubles pairs, maximum allowed, to 2026 Asian Games

Money / 9 h ago

Proton sales surge 40.9pc in 2026, captures 26.4pc market share in Malaysia

Former South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol and his wife, Kim Keon-hee are seen at an event on October 1, 2024. — AFP pic

World / 3 h ago

Judge who doubled ex-South Korean first lady's jail sentence found dead at High Court building

Bukit Aman moves 19 senior officers across crime, logistics and security departments. — File picture by Ahmad Zamzahuri

Malaysia / 8 h ago

Bukit Aman reshuffles 19 senior officers in major nationwide transfer exercise

Amid the ongoing political crisis in Negeri Sembilan, a grand ceramah organised by Pakatan Harapan and its coalition partners is scheduled to take place, raising questions about its timing. — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa

Malaysia / 11 h ago

Election fever? Grand ceramah by Pakatan comes at unusual moment amid Negeri Sembilan crisis

The Sessions Court today allowed the prosecution to amend one charge in former Penang chief minister Lim Guan Eng’s undersea tunnel corruption trial by removing the word ‘received’. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin

Malaysia / 5 h ago

Sessions Court allows removal of ‘received’ from charge in Lim Guan Eng tunnel graft trial

Tomyum Fried Fish Head Noodles is a bowl of happiness with the tangy, spicy flavours. — Picture by Lee Khang Yi

Eat-drink / 9 h ago

Subang Jaya USJ11’s Restoran Yum Cha is the place for ‘tom yum’ fish head noodles and Thai style braised pork leg with noodles

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Sports / 3 h ago

Football fans, rejoice! Fahmi confirms RTM and Unifi TV to air 2026 World Cup matches live

A replica World Cup trophy is seen inside Hill Dickinson Stadium ahead of the international friendly between Scotland and Ivory Coast in Liverpool, March 31, 2026. — Reuters pic

KUALA LUMPUR, May 6 — Radio Televisyen Malaysia (RTM) and Unifi TV have been officially appointed as the broadcasters for the Fifa World Cup 2026 in Malaysia, Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil announced today.While Unifi TV will provide live coverage of all 104 matches, RTM is set to offer free-to-air...

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Deputy Works Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Maslan (centre) shows the new guideline book at the Public Works Department Senior Officers’ Conference 2026 May 6, 2026. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 37 m ago

Works Ministry rolls out EV charging system guidelines, first of its kind in Malaysia, says Ahmad Maslan

The 43-year-old suspect is expected to be charged under Section 326 of the Penal Code for voluntarily causing grievous hurt using a weapon or dangerous object. — Pexels pic

Malaysia / 49 m ago

In Kedah, man to be charged tomorrow with grievous hurt after alleged assault on pregnant wife causes miscarriage

Two men were charged in the Magistrate’s Court here today with trafficking in 130.57 kilogrammes of methamphetamine into the country last month. — Pexels pic

Malaysia / 46 m ago

Two men charged with trafficking 130kg meth in Tawau

The High Court today dismissed Syarul Ema Rena Abu Samah’s bid to refer two questions of law to the Federal Court over being denied legal representation during questioning by the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission. — Picture by Raymond Manuel

Malaysia / 50 m ago

High Court rejects influencer Ratu Naga’s application to refer legal questions to Federal Court

Lembaga Tabung Haji (TH) said in a statement today that the septugenarian, from Senggarang, Johor, died at Ajyad Hospital at 6.16pm local time (11.16pm Malaysian time). — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 34 m ago

Second Malaysian Haj pilgrim dies in Mecca, 70-year-old Johor man succumbs to heart attack

Penang Water Supply Corporation Chief Executive Officer Datuk K. Pathmanathan (3rd left) visits the site of the new Macallum — Bukit Dumbar pipeline installation project in Solok Tengku May 6, 2026. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 4 h ago

PBAPP to lay two main pipelines under Penang water contingency plan to raise supply by 2030

Palestine’s Ambassador to Malaysia Jehad Fouad Alqdra during an interview with Bernama at his office recently. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 4 h ago

Palestinian ambassador hails Malaysia’s support, urges deeper role in post‑war rebuilding and trade

Lawyer Daniel Ling (centre) and the accused (left) are seen at Kuching Court Complex after the proceedings May 6, 2026. — Mohd Faisal Ahmad/The Borneo Post pic

Malaysia / 6 h ago

Teen pleads not guilty to dangerous driving causing cyclist’s death in Kuching

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Cruise ship MV Hondius docks off Cape Verde port, as passengers were not allowed off the ship, while health authorities investigated suspected cases of hantavirus aboard the vessel, in Praia Port, Cape Verde, May 4, 2026. — Reuters pic

World / 2 h ago

Two cases of hantavirus on ship likely to be rare variant that spreads human-to-human

Former South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol and his wife, Kim Keon-hee are seen at an event on October 1, 2024. — AFP pic

World / 3 h ago

Judge who doubled ex-South Korean first lady's jail sentence found dead at High Court building

Thai soldiers look on as Thai citizens suspected of involvement in online scams walk across the border at the Poipet international border checkpoint between Cambodia and Thailand in Banteay Meanchey province on April 30, 2026. — AFP pic

World / 6 h ago

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World / 6 h ago

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World / 1 h ago

China calls for ‘complete’ and immediate end to Middle East fighting

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World / 2 h ago

Bali drowning in trash after landfill closed

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World / 8 h ago

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World / 8 h ago

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Money / 3 h ago

War-risk premiums push up cargo insurance costs on key shipping routes, says PIAM

Malaysia Airlines planes are parked at the Kuala Lumpur International Airport on October 12, 2024. — Picture by Raymond Manuel

Money / 8 h ago

Malaysia Airlines climbs four places in global brand rankings amid premium pivot

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Money / 8 h ago

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Money / 9 h ago

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Money / 1 h ago

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PIAM chief executive officer Chua Kim Soon said premiums have not surged significantly for now, with cost increases such as spare parts inflation still at single-digit levels. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin

Money / 3 h ago

Insurance premiums stable for now but pressure is building, says PIAM

Penang chief minister Chow Kon Yeow said the electrical and electronics (E&E) industry, including semiconductors, continues to record encouraging performance despite global economic disruptions. — Picture by Opalyn Mok

Money / 1d ago

Despite global tensions, Penang semiconductor sector remains resilient says CM

Motorists ride past an anti-US billboard referring to President Donald Trump and the Strait of Hormuz at Valiasr Square in Tehran on May 2, 2026. — AFP pic

Money / 2d ago

Middle East conflict triggers stockpiling frenzy, pushing Malaysia’s manufacturing PMI to four-year high

Sports

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Sports / 6 h ago

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Sports / 7 h ago

Malaysia sending two badminton doubles pairs, maximum allowed, to 2026 Asian Games

Arsenal players celebrate winning the UEFA Champions League second-leg semi-final football match between Arsenal and Atletico Madrid at the Emirates Stadium in north London on May 5, 2026. — AFP pic

Sports / 9 h ago

Arsenal on cusp of history after reaching Champions League final

Everton's Irish defender #15 Jake O'Brien (centre) heads the ball to score his team's second goal during the English Premier League football match between Everton and Manchester City at Hill Dickinson Stadium in Liverpool on May 4, 2026. — AFP pic

Sports / 1d ago

Clear path to Premier League title for Arsenal after Everton holds off Man City

Chelsea's Brazilian striker #20 Joao Pedro (R) is challenged by Nottingham Forest's English midfielder #21 Omari Hutchinson (L) during the English Premier League football match between Chelsea and Nottingham Forest at Stamford Bridge in London on May 4, 2026. — AFP pic

Sports / 6 h ago

Nottingham Forest eye historic Europa final berth after 46-year wait

China's Wu Yize celebrates winning the final game to take the World Snooker Championship at the end of the final round against England's Shaun Murphy at The Crucible in Sheffield, northern England on May 4, 2026. — AFP pic

Sports / 1d ago

China’s Wu Yize wins World Snooker Championship, credits parents for support

Ri Kum-Hyang (centre, back) of Naegohyang Women's FC (PRK) celebrates with teammates after scoring a goal during the AFC Women's Champions League match between Naegohyang Women's FC (PRK) and ISPE WFC (MYA) at the Thuwunna Stadium in Yangon on November 15, 2025. — AFP

Sports / 1d ago

North Korean club to play rare football match in South, as hopes for lasting peace emerge

Italy’s Jannik Sinner celebrates with the Madrid Open trophy after defeating Germany’s Alexander Zverev in the men’s final at Park Manzanares in Madrid, Spain, May 3, 2026. — Reuters pic

Sports / 2d ago

Sinner thrashes Zverev in Madrid to claim record fifth successive Masters title