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Roadside parking on Penang island will cost 60 sen instead of 40 sen for 30 minutes starting from March 3, 2025. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin
Malaysia  / 9 h ago

Roadside parking on Penang island up 50pc from March 3; council mulls time limit for busy areas too

The sourdough ‘pan mee’ is best experienced with thick noodles, served dry style. — Picture by Ethan Lau
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Sourdough… ‘pan mee’? Wheatcraft Artisan Bakery in Mutiara Damansara proves it’s no gimmick

Datuk Dr Anuar Masduk served as the personal cardiologist to the Sultan of Selangor, Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah, and had been the pro-chancellor of Unisel since Aug 1, 2009. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 7 h ago

Unisel pro-chancellor Anuar Masduki dies at 79

US President Donald Trump and Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky meet in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington, DC, February 28, 2025. Zelensky and Trump openly clashed in the White House on February 28 at a meeting where they were due to sign a deal on sharing Ukraine's mineral riches and discuss a peace deal with Russia. — AFP pic
World  / 14 h ago

A week in Trumpworld: Oval Office shouting match, AI video of Gaza resort, Ebola prevention ‘accidentally cancelled’ and Macron bromance

The under-construction Rumah Pesona Johor project was supposed to be completed in 2024, but has been delayed. — Picture from Facebook/Onn Hafiz Ghazi
Malaysia  / 8 h ago

Johor MB sees red over one-year delay in building domestic violence refuge for women, says timelines must be taken seriously

The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has launched an investigation into former Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob over allegations of corruption and money laundering. — Picture by Firdaus Latif
Malaysia  / 2 h ago

MACC probes former PM Ismail Sabri over corruption, money laundering claims; raids uncover RM170m in cash

MACC chief Tan Sri Azam Baki said the Malaysiakini reporter had initially asked for a much larger sum before accepting a negotiated sum of RM20,0000, which was found on him during an arrest at a Shah Alam, Selangor hotel on February 28, 2025. — Bernama file pic
Malaysia  / 6 h ago

MACC chief defends investigation into Malaysiakini reporter over alleged bribe, says initially asked for more than RM20,000

File photo of Kwek Leng Beng, executive chairman of City Development Limited, at a press briefing with Las Vegas Sands Corp executives in Singapore on April 7, 2006. – File pic by AFP
Singapore  / 10 h ago

High-stakes father-son feud rocks Singapore property giant

The panther had proven elusive after three years of attempting to catch it after complaints from residents. — Picture from Facebook/Zoo Negara Malaysia
Malaysia  / 5 h ago

After three years of evading capture, elusive black panther finally caught after 3-year hunt in Kuala Pilah

EPF CEO Ahmad Zulkarnain estimates up to 2.5 million foreign workers would be included in the new mandatory EPF scheme of 2 per cent. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 12 h ago

Parliament to table mandatory 2pc EPF contributions for foreign workers this week

According to the writer, the man who claims to be fighting for Ukraine is actually leading it straight into the abyss, and America has been played. —AFP pic
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The comedian who would be king — Che Ran 

The writer says Malaysian public healthcare must move beyond the current heavy reliance on general taxation and suggests a focus shift on preventing diseases rather than expensive cures. — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa
What You Think  / 10 h ago

Malaysia’s healthcare system: A ticking time bomb demanding urgent reform — Shahrul Azman Abd Razak

The Kecik-Kecik Group Show at Hin Bus Depot in 2023. Organised by Penang Art District (PAD), the exhibition showcases Malaysian contemporary art at prices below RM2,000, making it more affordable. — Picture courtesy of PAD 
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Could Penang’s art scene handle a biennale?

Donald Trump today designated English as the official language of the United States, saying it would bring cohesion to a country characterised by immigration from around the world. — File pic by Reuters
World  / 12 h ago

Trump designates English as official language of US

Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky shakes hands with Britain’s Prime Minister Keir Starmer upon arrival to attend a bilateral meeting in central London. – Pic by AFP
World  / 10 h ago

Ukraine’s Zelensky gets warm welcome from UK’s Starmer

Roadside parking on Penang island will cost 60 sen instead of 40 sen for 30 minutes starting from March 3, 2025. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin
Malaysia  / 9 h ago

Roadside parking on Penang island up 50pc from March 3; council mulls time limit for busy areas too

The sourdough ‘pan mee’ is best experienced with thick noodles, served dry style. — Picture by Ethan Lau
Eat-drink  / 11 h ago

Sourdough… ‘pan mee’? Wheatcraft Artisan Bakery in Mutiara Damansara proves it’s no gimmick

Datuk Dr Anuar Masduk served as the personal cardiologist to the Sultan of Selangor, Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah, and had been the pro-chancellor of Unisel since Aug 1, 2009. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 7 h ago

Unisel pro-chancellor Anuar Masduki dies at 79

US President Donald Trump and Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky meet in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington, DC, February 28, 2025. Zelensky and Trump openly clashed in the White House on February 28 at a meeting where they were due to sign a deal on sharing Ukraine's mineral riches and discuss a peace deal with Russia. — AFP pic
World  / 14 h ago

A week in Trumpworld: Oval Office shouting match, AI video of Gaza resort, Ebola prevention ‘accidentally cancelled’ and Macron bromance

The under-construction Rumah Pesona Johor project was supposed to be completed in 2024, but has been delayed. — Picture from Facebook/Onn Hafiz Ghazi
Malaysia  / 8 h ago

Johor MB sees red over one-year delay in building domestic violence refuge for women, says timelines must be taken seriously

The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has launched an investigation into former Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob over allegations of corruption and money laundering. — Picture by Firdaus Latif
Malaysia  / 2 h ago

MACC probes former PM Ismail Sabri over corruption, money laundering claims; raids uncover RM170m in cash

MACC chief Tan Sri Azam Baki said the Malaysiakini reporter had initially asked for a much larger sum before accepting a negotiated sum of RM20,0000, which was found on him during an arrest at a Shah Alam, Selangor hotel on February 28, 2025. — Bernama file pic
Malaysia  / 6 h ago

MACC chief defends investigation into Malaysiakini reporter over alleged bribe, says initially asked for more than RM20,000

File photo of Kwek Leng Beng, executive chairman of City Development Limited, at a press briefing with Las Vegas Sands Corp executives in Singapore on April 7, 2006. – File pic by AFP
Singapore  / 10 h ago

High-stakes father-son feud rocks Singapore property giant

The panther had proven elusive after three years of attempting to catch it after complaints from residents. — Picture from Facebook/Zoo Negara Malaysia
Malaysia  / 5 h ago

After three years of evading capture, elusive black panther finally caught after 3-year hunt in Kuala Pilah

EPF CEO Ahmad Zulkarnain estimates up to 2.5 million foreign workers would be included in the new mandatory EPF scheme of 2 per cent. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 12 h ago

Parliament to table mandatory 2pc EPF contributions for foreign workers this week

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It was here at the Genesis Scottish Open exactly a year ago that Tom Kim, who was then 20, broke out in a big way following a top-3 finish at the Renaissance Golf Club in North Berwick. — AFP file pic
13 Jul 2023

Kim relishes a return to Scotland where his life changed a year ago

Hideki Matsuyama looks on at the practice range during a practice round of the US Open golf tournament at the Los Angeles Country Club July 12, 2023. — Picture by Kiyoshi Mio-USA TODAY Sports via Reuters
14 Jun 2023

Hideki Matsuyama displays lighter side of his personality with new look

KH Lee hits his tee shot on six during the second round of the Wells Fargo Championship golf tournament. ― Jim Dedmon-USA TODAY Sports via Reuters
10 May 2023

Korea’s Lee embracing the pressure as he chases historic three-peat

The Masters is not one for the faint-hearted and the Korean star, who is a two-time PGA TOUR winner, knows that his proven track record at the fabled venue will make him a worthy contender. — Reuters pic
03 Apr 2023

Im Sung-jae all set to launch another title assault at Masters

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Si Woo Kim with his father Du Ryu Kim after his 2017 PLAYERS Championship win. — Picture courtesy of Getty Images
06 Mar 2023

Humble Kim eyes PLAYERS crowning glory once more

Kiradech Aphibarnrat, who was once ranked as high as 29th in the world, plans to maintain Bangkok as his home base as he seeks to regain his best form. — Kevin Liles-USA TODAY Sports via Reuters
07 Feb 2023

Asian Swing poised to deliver boost for region’s best in Far East

Aoki’s place in golf’s annals is eternally cemented when he became the first Asian and Japanese male golfer to taste victory on the PGA TOUR. —
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Remembering Isao Aoki’s historic milestone for Asian golf some 40 years ago

Koreans KH Lee, Tom Kim, Si Woo Kim and Sungjae Im at the Presidents Cup. — Picture via Getty Images
19 Dec 2022

Tis the season to be jolly

Tom Kim celebrating his winning putt against Patrick Cantlay-Xander Schauffele during the Presidents Cup. — Getty Images pic
03 Nov 2022

Tom Kim’s rise may spark Asian wave as Se-ri Pak once did for women golf

Im grew up playing golf on Jeju island, thanks to his parents’ encouragement, and his rise in the professional ranks has no doubt been meteoric. — Reuters pic
19 Sep 2022

Ironman Im capable of putting in the steel in International quest for victory

Joohyung Kim with the International Team flag and Presidents Cup. — Picture via PGA Tour
25 Aug 2022

With all the buzz, Tom Kim poised to go places with Presidents Cup the next stop

Rory McIlroy plays a shot from the fairway of the seventh hole during the second round of the Travelers Championship golf tournament. — Vincent Carchietta-USA TODAY Sports
27 Jun 2022

Asia’s golf history seekers set to benefit from PGA Tour’s enhancements

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
10 May 2022

Lee remembers parents’ sacrifice ahead of Byron Nelson defence

Hideki Matsuyama of Japan looks on from the practice area prior to the Masters at Augusta National Golf Club in Augusta, Georgia April 3, 2022. u00e2u20acu201d Getty Images via AFP
04 Apr 2022

Irrespective of Masters outcome, Matsuyama’s place in golf history is sealed

People are seen playing golf at the Seri Selangor Golf Club in Petaling Jaya February 13, 2021. u00e2u20acu2022 Picture by Ahmad Zamzahuri
08 Mar 2022

Players Championship showcases legacy that is known as the PGA Tour

YE Yang plays his shot from the 17th tee during the first round of the PGA Championship golf tournament at Bethpage State Park, New York May 16, 2019. u00e2u20acu201d Reuters picnn
15 Feb 2022

Tiger-tamer Yang excited at second chapter of his golf career

Hideki Matsuyama hoists the trophy during the final round of the Sony Open at the Waialae Country Club, Honolulu January 16, 2022. u00e2u20acu201d Reuters pic
24 Jan 2022

Golden age on the horizon for Asian golfers?

Tiger Woods tees off on the 4th during the first round of the 2020 PGA Championship golf tournament at TPC Harding Park. u00e2u20acu2022 Kelvin Kuo-USA TODAY Sports pic via Reuters
15 Dec 2021

Turning 46, Tiger Woods says he is now at peace with himself

Sungjae Im tees off on the second during the first round of the CJ Cup golf tournament in Las Vegas October 14, 2021. u00e2u20acu201d Reuters picnn
02 Nov 2021

Matsuyama and Im race to become first Asian to scale golf’s summit

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
14 Oct 2021

Jovial Lee looks for more joy on PGA Tour

PGA Tour commissioner Jay Monahan (right) addresses the media about the coronavirus pandemic during the first round of the 2020 edition of The Players Championship golf tournament in Florida March 13, 2020. u00e2u20acu201dReuters pic
13 Sep 2021

The power of two as golf looks into the future

Japanu00e2u20acu2122s Hideki Matsuyama chips onto the 14th green during the third round at the Augusta National Golf Club, Georgia April 10, 2021. u00e2u20acu201d Reuters pic
23 Jul 2021

The lighter side of Hideki Matsuyama

Justin Rose (GBR) of Britain celebrates his gold medal win in the men's Olympic golf compeititon. u00e2u20acu201d Reuters pic
02 Jul 2021

Playing at the Olympics: It's bigger than your individual sport

Phil Mickelson raises the Wanamaker Trophy after winning the PGA Championship golf tournament in South Carolina May 23, 2021. u00e2u20acu201d Reuters picnn
04 Jun 2021

Winning, dreaming and giving make golf a beautiful game

Im Sung-jae lines up a putt on the 3rd green during the third round of The Honda Classic golf tournament at the Palm Beach Gardens in Florida March 20, 2021. u00e2u20acu201d Picture by Jasen Vinlove-USA TODAY Sports via Reuters
01 Apr 2021

Asia pin hopes on Im and Pan to see green in spring

Kim Si-woo watches his drive on the 15th hole during the second round of the Valero Texas Open golf tournament in San Antonio April 5, 2019. u00e2u20acu201d Picture by Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports via Reuters
02 Mar 2021

Asia dreams of defining moment at Players Championship

Brandon Wu smiles after making birdie on the 15th hole as he make his way to the 16th during the final round of the Korn Ferry Tour Championship at the Victoria National Golf Course August 30, 2020. u00e2u20acu201d Reuters pic
02 Feb 2021

Brandon Who? Wu poised to be next household name

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Slow and steady, Ironman Im delivers high point for Asia in 2020

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Asian swing heads West with best in tow

PGA Tour commissioner Jay Monahan (right) addresses the media about the coronavirus pandemic during the first round of the 2020 edition of The Players Championship golf tournament in Florida March 13, 2020. u00e2u20acu201dReuters pic
04 Sep 2020

The battle to win PGA Tour’s ultimate prize

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