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The July LKAN report revealed that three of the seven UKM tenders, totalling RM58.45 million, failed to comply with prescribed procurement procedures. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 17 h ago

MACC probes RM58.45m UKM tenders flagged by Auditor-General over governance lapses

Suspected space debris, measuring 4.26×3.64 metres, was found along the Nenasi coast in Pekan, Pahang on December 30, 2025 and is temporarily stored at Nenasi Police Station for safety and further investigation. — Bernama

Malaysia / 15 h ago

Something out of this world lands on Pekan shore, Atomic Energy Dept says not radioactive

A consultant lost RM690,500 to an online investment scam in November, Penang police chief Datuk Azizee Ismail said. — Picture by Firdaus Latif

Malaysia / 14 h ago

Consultant in Penang loses RM690,500 in online scam promising 100pc returns

The wrecked Lexus LC500 sports convertible at the scene of the accident along Jalan Stutong in Kuching, Sarawak on January 1, 2026. — The Borneo Post

Malaysia / 16 h ago

Convertible chaos: Firefighters rescue Lexus lover stuck in wrecked car on first day of 2026

Plaza Merdeka staff cleaning up the debris from the fallen ceiling. — The Borneo Post pic

Malaysia / 16 h ago

Ceiling at Plaza Merdeka in Kuching drops on NYE, shoppers unharmed

Visit Malaysia Year 2026 is targeting 45 million international arrivals. — Picture by Raymond Manuel

Malaysia / 18 h ago

2026 ahead: Here's some of the events and policies to look out for Malaysians

A multidisciplinary team at Universiti Malaya Medical Centre (PPUM) has made Malaysian medical history after successfully performing a liver transplant on a four-month-old baby boy weighing just 6.2kg, the youngest and lightest recipient recorded in the country. — Picture courtesy of Universiti Malaya Medical Centre

Malaysia / 14 h ago

Malaysia’s youngest liver transplant: Baby collapses before surgery, survives through mother’s donation and PPUM teamwork

The Health Ministry denied that patients who walk into its clinics will not be treated after allegations spread on social media. — Picture from Facebook/KEMENTERIAN KESIHATAN MALAYSIA

Malaysia / 16 h ago

Appointments preferred, but walk-ins not turned away, says Health Ministry

Nvidia is scrambling to meet strong demand for its H200 artificial intelligence chips from Chinese technology companies and has approached contract manufacturer Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co to ramp up production, sources said. — Reuters pic

Money / 12 h ago

Sources: Nvidia sounds out TSMC on H200 chip order as Chinese tech firms order millions

Malaysia / 16 h ago

MASwings now under AirBorneo as state-owned carrier assumes full control

Firefighters extinguish the flames on the car after it crashed on North–South Expressway near the Ipoh toll plaza. — Pictures from social media

Malaysia / 17 h ago

Crash sparks car fire on North–South Expressway near Ipoh toll plaza; couple narrowly escape

UTM vice-chancellor Prof Mohd Shafry Mohd Rahim (centre) with Billion Prima general manager Lee Yuh Jiunn (left) and durian farmer Abd Hadi Ahmad Sani (right) show off the new mini baggage scanner at UTM’s Digital Imaging Technology lecture series in Johor Bahru. — Bernama pic

Tech-gadgets / 16 h ago

UTM turns durians into X-ray stars, no fruit harmed

Residents wave Somali flags as they attend a rally denouncing Israel’s recent announcement recognizing the breakaway Somaliland region, during a gathering calling for Somalia’s territorial unity at Mogadishu Stadium in Mogadishu on December 30, 2025. — AFP pic

World / 12 h ago

Will Somaliland become Israel’s new strategic ally?

Tourists from abroad took the opportunity to pose for photos with the Visit Malaysia Year 2026 (VM2026) mascots Wira and Manja at the Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport January 1, 2026. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 13 h ago

Malaysia launches VM2026 campaign with nationwide welcoming events at key entry points

Authorities at the site of an explosion that ripped through a bar in Crans Montana January 1, 2026. — AFP pic

World / 18 h ago

Swiss police report multiple deaths after bar blast in luxury ski town Crans Montana

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Rory McIlroy rewrote golf’s history books by becoming only the sixth player to complete the career Grand Slam following an emotional victory at the Masters Tournament. — Getty Images pic

17 Apr 2025

Don’t stop believing in your dreams — Rory McIlroy

Winning is an amazing feeling, and I was very proud of the way I handled myself. — AFP pic

03 Apr 2025

A mental game of victory: Overcoming pressure to win on the PGA Tour — Min Woo Lee

Scottie Scheffler watches a tee shot on the 17th hole during the third round of the RBC Heritage at Harbour Town Golf Links on April 20, 2024 in Hilton Head Island, South Carolina. — AFP pic

11 Mar 2025

Rewriting golf history: A tale of resilience and back-to-back victories — Scottie Scheffler

Rory McIlroy hoists the trophy during the final round of the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am golf tournament at Pebble Beach Golf Links, Pebble Beach, California, February 2, 2025. — Kyle Terada-Imagn Images via Reuters

07 Feb 2025

Pebble Beach triumph: A win for history, strategy, and mental toughness — Rory McIlroy

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World No. 2 Xander Schauffele is looking forward to another strong season in 2025. — File picture by Vincent Carchietta-USA TODAY Sports via Reuters

14 Jan 2025

Looking forward to another strong season in 2025 — Xander Schauffele

Collin Morikawa said it ‘meant the world’ to lift the trophy. — AFP pic

21 Oct 2024

Winning the Zozo Championship meant the world to me — Collin Morikawa

Canadian golf legend Mike Weir will captain the International Team which will face the US Team in the Presidents Cup at Royal Montreal Golf Club starting on Thursday. — Picture from Facebook/PGA Tour

24 Sep 2024

The Shield unites us — Mike Weir

Scottie Scheffler celebrates winning the TOUR Championship golf tournament in Atlanta, Georgia September 1, 2024. — Picture by John David Mercer-USA TODAY Sports via Reuters

05 Sep 2024

How the FedExCup and Olympic Gold define a season for the ages — Scottie Scheffler

Scottie Scheffler is presented with the Travelers Championship Trophy after winning the Travelers Championship golf tournament at TPC River Highlands June 23, 2024. ― Gregory Fisher-USA TODAY Sports via Reuters

27 Jun 2024

Winning my sixth title of the season at TPC River Highlands ― Scottie Scheffler

Xander Schauffele holds The Wanamaker Trophy after winning the PGA Championship golf tournament at Valhalla Golf Club in Louisville, Kentucky May 19, 2024. ― Adam Cairns-USA TODAY Sports

23 May 2024

Victory at the PGA Championship ― Xander Schauffele

Scottie Scheffler of the US celebrates with his green jacket and the trophy after winning The Masters at Augusta National Golf Club in Augusta April 14, 2024. ― Reuters pic

17 Apr 2024

Winning the Masters Tournament for the second time in three years ― Scottie Scheffler

Australian star Min Woo Lee. — Getty Images pic

08 Apr 2024

Returning to Augusta National — Min Woo Lee

Adam Scott puts on the sixth green during the first round of the Arnold Palmer Invitational golf tournament in Florida March 7, 2024. ― Reinhold Matay-USA TODAY Sports via Reuters

12 Mar 2024

A reminiscence of winning The Players Championship 20 years ago ― Adam Scott

Japanese golf star Hideki Matsuyama rewrote a slice of golf history when he became the most prolific Asian-born winner on the PGA TOUR following his ninth career victory at The Genesis Invitational, a tournament hosted by Tiger Woods and the third Signature Event of the season. The 2021 Masters champion came from six strokes back to triumph by three at The Riviera Country Club to break a tie for most wins with K.J. Choi of Korea following a tournament-record final round of 9-under 62. — Getty Images pic

22 Feb 2024

Hoping to keep the momentum going after this latest important win — Hideki Matsuyama

Chris Kirk hits his tee shot on the 10th hole during the first round of the Sony Open in Hawaii golf tournament at Waialae Country Club. ― Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports via Reuters

12 Jan 2024

Off to a flying start with a stylish victory at The Sentry in Hawaii ― Chris Kirk

In November, Camilo Villegas finished runner-up in the World Wide Technology Championship in Mexico and then went on to win the Butterfield Bermuda Championship. — Getty Images pic

05 Dec 2023

Life is a journey of ups and downs — Camilo Villegas

Erik van Rooyen of South Africa plays a shot on the first hole during the first round of the World Wide Technology Championship at El Cardonal at Diamante Cabo San Lucas in Mexico November 2, 2023. — Picture by Orlando Ramirez/Getty Images via AFP

07 Nov 2023

Victory at World Wide Technology Championship — Erik van Rooyen

Xander Schauffele poses for a picture with his parents and grandparents. — Picture courtesy of PGA Tour

16 Oct 2023

Looking forward to playing at Zozo Championship in second home — Xander Schauffele

Sahith Theegala of the United States during the final round of the Fortinet Championship at Silverado Resort and Spa on September 17, 2023 in Napa, California. ― Orlando Ramirez/Getty Images/AFP pic

21 Sep 2023

Victory at the Fortinet Championship ― Sahith Theegala

Norway's Viktor Hovland started the Playoffs Finale, the TOUR Championship, two back of leader Scottie Scheffler in the staggered scoring format before romping to a five-stroke victory to complete a stunning season which featured three wins and six other top-10s. — Action Images via Reuters

19 Sep 2023

Winning the FedExCup — Viktor Hovland

Brian Harman produced a stunning six-shot victory to lift his maiden major title at The Open Championship, the year’s final major, at Royal Liverpool. — Getty Images

26 Jul 2023

Winning this year's The Open Championship at Royal Liverpool — Brian Harman

Wyndham Clark poses with the championship trophy after winning the US Open golf tournament at Los Angeles Country Club in California June 18, 2023. — Picture by Michael Madrid-USA TODAY Sports via Reuters

21 Jun 2023

Winning the US Open — Wyndham Clark

Jason Day hits from the ninth fairway during the second round of the PGA Championship golf tournament in New York May 19, 2023. ― Aaron Doster-USA TODAY Sports via Reuters

26 May 2023

Winning the 13th PGA Tour title ― Jason Day

Jon Rahm reacts to a near miss birdie during the first round of The Players Championship golf tournament, March 10, 2022. u00e2u20acu2022 David Yeazell-USA TODAY Sports via Reuters

05 May 2022

Winning the Mexico Open

Scottie Scheffler has his green jacket put on by previous winner Japan's Hideki Matsuyama after winning The Masters in Augusta, Georgia April 10, 2022. u00e2u20acu201d Reuters pic

14 Apr 2022

My identity isn't a golf score

Justin Thomas celebrates with the trophy after winning The Players Championship golf tournament, March 14, 2021. u00e2u20acu201d Jasen Vinlove-USA TODAY Sports via Reuters

07 Mar 2022

Why winning the The Players Championship was extra special

Joaquin Niemann putts on the eighteenth green during the final round of the Genesis Invitational golf tournament in California February 20, 2022. u00e2u20acu201d Reuters picn

23 Feb 2022

The joy of winning the Genesis Invitational

Jon Rahm plays a shot from a bunker on the 11th hole during the final round of the US Open golf tournament at Torrey Pines Golf Course, San Diego June 20, 2021. u00e2u20acu201d Reuters pic

06 Jan 2022

All set and ready to go

Rory McIlroy hits from the first fairway during the final round of the CJ Cup golf tournament in Las Vegas October 17, 2021. u00e2u20acu201d Reuters pic

01 Dec 2021

Golf is about moving forward

Viktor Hovland of Norway reacts on the 11th green during the final round of the World Wide Technology Championship at Mayakoba on El Camaleon golf course in Playa del Carmen, Mexico November 7, 2021. u00e2u20acu2022 AFP pic

17 Nov 2021

Winning the third PGA Tour in style

People are seen playing golf at the Seri Selangor Golf Club in Petaling Jaya February 13, 2021. u00e2u20acu2022 Picture by Ahmad Zamzahuri

06 Oct 2021

Becoming a better player and a better person

Patrick Cantlay waves to the gallery after winning the Tour Championship in Atlanta September 5, 2021. u00e2u20acu201d Reuters picnn

10 Sep 2021

‘Patty Ice’ — Being cool under pressure

Lee Kyoung-Hoon looks over the green on 8 during the first round of the Wells Fargo Championship golf tournament May 6, 2021. u00e2u20acu201d Reuters pic

16 Jun 2021

Golf is a funny sport

Geno Bonnalie officiating the wedding for Joel Dahmen and wife Lona. u00e2u20acu2022 Picture courtesy of Joel Dahmen

19 May 2021

The ups and downs in my life as a golf player

Billy Horschel hits his tee shot on the 17th hole during the final round of the WGC Dell Technologies Match Play golf tournament at Austin Country Club, Austin March 28, 2021. u00e2u20acu201d Reuters pic

02 Apr 2021

Focusing less on the results, more on the process

KJ Choi waves to the crowd on the 14th green during the second round of the 2019 Memorial golf tournament at Muirfield Village Golf Club May 31, 2019. u00e2u20acu201d Reuters pic

08 Mar 2021

What it meant to win the Players Championship

Davis Love III has been named captain of the United States Team for the 2022 Presidents Cup. u00e2u20acu201d Reuters pic

15 Feb 2021

Being named captain of the US Team for the 2022 Presidents Cup

19 Jan 2021

How picking out a pair of Jordans from the bin led to my friendship with ‘His Airness’

Trevor Immelman (right) of South Africa receives the green jacket from former champion Zach Johnson (left) after Immelman won the 2008 Masters golf tournament at the Augusta National Golf Club in Augusta, Georgia April 13, 2008. u00e2u20acu201d Reuters pic

12 Dec 2020

A look back at the Presidents Cup at Royal Melbourne

05 Nov 2020

Asia’s Masters brigade look to Choi for inspiration

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03 Nov 2020

Collin Morikawa speaks about life on Tour, his roots and rapid success on the world’s leading golf circuit

Brooks Koepka with his brother Chase. n

01 Oct 2020

Where my competitive drive comes from

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Datuk Dr Zulkifli Hasan said songs with obscene lyrics affecting youths violate Islamic entertainment guidelines. — Picture by Miera Zulyana

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‘Art must uplift, not corrupt’: Religious affairs minister slams lyrics in controversial local song

Bukit Aman Traffic Investigation and Enforcement Department director Datuk Seri Mohd Yusri Hassan Basri said 327 senior police officers and 2,460 junior police personnel were involved in the operations, with cooperation from several other agencies.— Picture by Firdaus Latif

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Over 12,000 traffic summonses issued in nationwide New Year’s Eve ops

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said the Madani Government will uphold harmony in diversity while strengthening the economy, reaffirming its commitment to Malaysia in a New Year Facebook post. — Picture via Facebook/Anwar Ibrahim

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