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The statements accused Datin Seri Rosmah Mansor of engaging in sinful practices, participating in rituals involving the devil and ‘bomohs’ (shamans), and practising polytheism. — Picture by Firdaus Latif
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Rosmah seeks RM1m in damages over TikToker’s black magic claims

Chinese New Year is celebrated annually by people of Chinese ancestry around the world. It is one of the most significant in Chinese culture, symbolising family unity, renewal, and prosperity. — Picture by Choo Choy May
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Vibrant and unique: Chinese nationals reflect on Malaysia’s Chinese New Year festivities

In a statement today, BNM said the AMP amounts, imposed on July 22, 2024, have been paid by the institutions involved, namely Malayan Banking Bhd (Maybank), RHB Bank Bhd, Maybank Islamic Bhd and AmInvestment Bank Bhd. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin
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Bank Negara penalises four financial institutions RM1.66m for non-compliance

Selangor police chief Datuk Hussein Omar Khan explained the investigation found that the shots were fired in self-defence after the MMEA boat was rammed four times by another boat, and two suspects were believed to have attempted to attack MMEA personnel with machetes.— Bernama pic  
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Indonesia secures consular access to four injured citizens after MMEA shooting; diplomatic note calls for transparent probe

President Donald Trump ordered the name changes as part of a flurry of executive actions hours after taking office on Jan. 20, making good on a campaign promise. — File pic via Reuters
World  / 16 h ago

Google Maps to rename Gulf of Mexico to Gulf of America in US after Trump’s directive

Traffic volume is increasing on the E1 North-South Expressway (PLUS) heading south, the E1 PLUS Highway heading north and the Kuala Lumpur-Karak Expressway. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 2 h ago

CNY: Crawling traffic on PLUS, Karak highways

An undated file photograph shows Muslims praying at a mosque in Kuala Lumpur. — Picture by Hari Anggara
Malaysia  / 6 h ago

Pew study: Two in three Malaysians want religious nationalist leader who shares their faith

Trump has also held talks in recent days with Jordan’s King Abdullah II and Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi, who have historically opposed displacing Palestinians. — File pic via Reuters
World  / 16 h ago

Trump floats plan to 'clean out' Gaza, proposes relocating Palestinians to Egypt or Jordan

Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto speaks during a press conference in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia January 27, 2025. — Reuters pic
World  / 16 h ago

Indonesia’s Prabowo expands military role in government, sparking concerns of democratic backslide

Marco Rubio yesterday widened exemptions in a sweeping freeze on foreign assistance, saying the United States would keep funding humanitarian items such as shelter and medicine. — Pic by AFP
World  / 3 h ago

Rubio widens exemption for US aid after freeze

A file photograph shows a police road block in Kuala Lumpur on November 23, 2022. — Picture by Hari Anggara
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Man nabbed for drunk driving after blasting his Honda Civic through Klang roadblock

Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford has not played a match since December 12. — Reuters pic
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Man United legend Scholes slams Rashford, says striker has let teammates down and should be ‘banished’

Penang police chief Datuk Hamzah Ahmad displays an M4 rifle during a press conference at the Region One Marine Police headquarters in Batu Uban, Penang, January 28, 2025. — Bernama pic
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Locked and loaded: Penang cops foil arms smuggling attempt, seize firearms and ammo; four men remanded until Feb 3

Firefighters work to rescue a truck driver after his vehicle was swallowed up by a sinkhole at a prefectural road intersection, in the city of Yashio, Saitama Prefecture on January 28, 2025. — Jiji Press handout pic via AFP
World  / 19 h ago

Japanese truck driver trapped in massive sinkhole near Tokyo

Petronas’ decommissioning plans over the next three years include the plugging and abandonment of approximately 153 wells, along with the abandonment of around 37 offshore facilities. — Bernama pic
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Petronas to shut down 500km gas pipeline linking Kimanis to Bintulu

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Dr Kamal Amzan is the CEO of a private hospital with a background in Public Health. On LinkedIn.
 

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The very essence of Islam, with its foundations in peace, submission to the divine, and the pursuit of knowledge, is often overshadowed by the acts of a few who, driven by a distorted understanding of their own faith, commit atrocities in its name. — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa
07 Apr 2024

Beyond the shadows: Islam’s true nemesis

Amidst this politicking, the nation faces dire challenges that require urgent attention and a stable government. ― Picture by Firdaus Latif
18 Jan 2024

Political chess in Malaysia

In a world where healthcare costs can bankrupt individuals and burden economies, no nation can afford to overlook the call for sustainable practices. — iStock pic
10 Nov 2023

Global mandate for sustainable healthcare: Lessons from Malaysia’s rising costs

Residential buildings destroyed in Israeli strikes are seen in Zahra City, amid the ongoing conflict between Israel and Palestinian Islamist group Hamas, in southern Gaza City, October 19, 2023. — Reuters pic
21 Oct 2023

The time for action is now

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Malaysia stands at a crossroads, with a historic opportunity to reshape its mental health narrative. — IStock.com/AFP pic
14 Oct 2023

The paradox of mental health: Malaysia’s post-pandemic journey

File picture of the 12th Malaysia Plan mid-term review at the Dewan Rakyat in Kuala Lumpur September 12, 2023. ― Bernama pic
23 Sep 2023

Civility in governance: Our lost grace

The Jalur Gemilang is seen hanging on a lamp in Kuala Lumpur August 28, 2023. ― Picture by Yusof Mat Isa
16 Sep 2023

The rise, fall and lessons of Iraq and Afghanistan: Lessons for modern societies and Malaysia

The World Bank in 2022 lauded Malaysia’s efforts in providing universal healthcare through its public system, but it also highlighted growing concerns. — Bernama pic
05 Sep 2023

Dissecting Malaysia’s healthcare: The great dichotomy

People attend the Merdeka Day celebration in Putrajaya August 31, 2023. ― Picture by Miera Zulyana
31 Aug 2023

Understanding independence: A conceptual shift

The Quran, the holy text of Islam, is replete with verses that direct followers to appreciate the wonders of the universe — ironies that are too good to pass up. — AFP file pic
28 Aug 2023

Interweaving threads of knowledge: Expanding the horizons of religious studies

Muslim worshippers perform prayers at the National Mosque in Kuala Lumpur March 22, 2023. ― Picture by Hari Anggara
18 Aug 2023

A cynical cantata on religion, power and progress

Election Commission personnel setting up the polling station at Sekolah Kebangsaan Tok Jembal in Kuala Nerus August 11, 2023. ― Bernama pic
12 Aug 2023

The ironic circus we call democracy: Socrates, ice cream and the chilling reality

People are seen wearing protective masks as they walk along the Jalan Tun Perak in Kuala Lumpur, March 3, 2022. u00e2u20acu201d Picture by Shafwan Zaidon
03 Apr 2022

Drawing the line between faith and justice

Workers wearing personal protective equipment (PPE) bury the body of a Covid-19 victim at a cemetery in Shah Alam February 11, 2021. u00e2u20acu201d Picture by Yusof Mat Isa
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To survive, evolve

A dose of the Pfizer-BioTech Covid-19 vaccine is pictured at the UiTM Hospital in Sungai Buloh March 2, 2021. u00e2u20acu2022 Picture by Hari Anggara.
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Covid-19, beyond numbers

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HIV isn't a crime, its discrimination is

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Peace isn’t the absence of chaos

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Real leaders say 'Let's go!'

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Getting our priorities right

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Racism isn’t patriotism

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Calories can’t tell the time

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Is courtesy extinct?

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The difference between sensitivity and intolerance

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The sanctity of life on Malaysian roads

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