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MetMalaysia has issued a thunderstorm warning until 12pm today for several states and territories, including Perak, Selangor, Kuala Lumpur, Putrajaya, Negeri Sembilan, Sarawak, Sabah, and Labuan, where heavy rain, strong winds and lightning are expected. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 8 h ago

Heavy rain, strong winds and lightning: Weather warning issued for multiple states, including Perak and Selangor until 12pm today

Blogger Wan Muhammad Azri Wan Deris (Papagomo) was charged with failing to notify authorities of a change in his registered business Invoice Solutions when it was used to collect donations for settling a defamation fine connected to a case involving Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. — Picture by Firdaus Latif

Malaysia / 5 h ago

Papagomo in court over business donations to pay for PM Anwar’s defamation penalty

Christmas decorations are seen in a shopping mall in Kuala Lumpur. — Picture by Raymond Manuel

Malaysia / 2 h ago

Halal vs holidays? Umno Youth chief questions Melaka ban on Christmas decor in certified outlets (VIDEO)

The Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) building displays the Jalur Gemilang ahead in Kuala Lumpur on August 5, 2025. — Yusof Isa pic

Malaysia / 9 h ago

So what does a Federal Territories minister do? Hannah Yeoh’s new role explained

Malaysian ringgit banknotes are pictured on June 24, 2025. — Firdaus Latif pic

Money / 9 h ago

Malaysian ringgit strengthens against dollar, outperforms Asian peers after US inflation surprise

A dog and a cat were found dead in a cage at a veterinary clinic in Damansara Damai, Petaling Jaya by the Selangor DVS’ Animal Welfare inspectors while another neglected cat was rescued and is now receiving treatment at another veterinary clinic. — Picture from Facebook/Persatuan Haiwan Terbiar Malaysia - SAFM

Malaysia / 9 h ago

Dead cat and dog found in Damansara Damai clinic, Veterinary Services investigates as complaints near 2,000

Pro immigration demonstrators protest in front of the Quebec Immigration Ministry in downtown Montreal, Canada, on December 12, 2025. — AFP pic

Life / 12 h ago

Migrants feel ‘betrayed’ after Canada’s immigration policy shift

According to the tournament format, the top two pairs from each group will advance to the semi-finals scheduled for this Saturday. — Bernama file pic

Sports / 9 h ago

Man Wei Chong–Tee Kai Wun stay in semi-final hunt at BWF World Tour Finals as Aaron Chia–Soh Wooi Yik face must-win test

A majestic Christmas tree lights up the exterior of Suria KLCC. — Picture by Raymond Manuel

Malaysia / 12 h ago

Why Malaysian Christians put up Christmas trees: More than decoration, a symbol of togetherness

In delivering her grounds, Judicial Commissioner Arziah Apandi said allegations that Siti Kasim had obstructed a public servant or committed kidnapping were unsupported in law, noting that Section 186 of the Penal Code requires physical obstruction or criminal force — not mere verbal disagreement or refusal to comply. — Picture by Miera Zulyana

Malaysia / 3 h ago

High Court rules Siti Kasim’s 2018 arrest unlawful, govt to pay RM120,625 to her and RM53,750 to client

A screengrab from a video released by the Providence Police December 17, 2025, shows an individual they want to speak with who was in the proximity of the person of interest in connection with the shooting at Brown University in Providence, Rhode Island. — Providence Police via Reuters

World / 7 h ago

Brown University shooting suspect found dead after twin attacks

Election Commission (EC) deputy chairman Azmi Sharom said the Federal Constitution allows flexibility in drawing constituency boundaries, taking into account geography and population density, particularly in large rural areas. — Picture by Hari Anggara

Malaysia / 8 h ago

Overcrowded Selangor, overrepresented Sabah: EC flags voting imbalance

In a statement today, Bukit Gelugor MP and DAP National Legal Bureau chairman Ramkarpal Singh said the recent conclusions of the Independent Investigation Committee (IIC) raised serious concerns, noting that several parties implicated had failed to cooperate with the inquiry. — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa

Malaysia / 5 h ago

‘No stone unturned’: DAP’s Ramkarpal calls for police probe into heritage players’ birth certificates

Sarah Dzafce lost her Miss Finland title after a slanted-eyes gesture posted online sparked anger across East Asia. — Picture via Instagram/Sarah Dzafce

Life / 7 h ago

Slanted-eyes gesture by Miss Finland prompts East Asia outrage and fallout at home

The cooking gas blast ripped out the kitchen ceiling of the two-storey terraced house in Taman Pagoh Jaya, Johor and left its 51-year-old occupant with burns to 60 per cent of his body. — Picture from Facebook/Info Kemalangan & Bencana Malaysia

Malaysia / 4 h ago

Cooking gas blast leaves lone occupant in Taman Pagoh Jaya house with 60pc burns, now in ICU

Malaysia

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Johor police arrest teen Alphard driver after he allegedly rams motorcyclist, reverses into drain (VIDEO)

Seri Alam deputy police chief Superintendent G. Vikra Mathiththan Victor said the incident occurred at about 6pm on Wednesday. — Screengrab via Facebook/Alice Choong

JOHOR BAHRU, Dec 19 — Police have arrested an 18-year-old youth for several offences, including attempted murder and criminal intimidation, following an incident in which he allegedly rammed his Toyota Alphard into a motorcyclist in Taman Johor Jaya on Wednesday.He is also being investigated for lodging a false report and...

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Children play at the temporary relief centre at Sekolah Kebangsaan Labong, Endau, after floods forced their families to evacuate. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 1 h ago

Tiny grandson first, belongings later: Orang Asli family’s dash to escape Mersing floods

Women, Family and Community Development Minister Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri said that the 140,030 figure reflected both the scale of mental health and social challenges faced by the public, as well as increasing awareness and willingness to seek professional help. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 1 h ago

Nancy Shukri: One-stop social support centre has assisted over 142,000 Malaysians nationwide with emotional, psychosocial support

Finas says recent amendments to the National Film Development Corporation Malaysia Bill 2025 focus on industry growth and governance, not social media regulation or creative restrictions. — File picture by Hari Anggara

Malaysia / 1 h ago

Finas: Social media content not regulated under new film Bill amendments

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The National Registration Department confirmed that a deceased man’s MyKad number was not misused, following viral social media claims. — Picture by Choo Choy May

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No foreign swap: NRD says MyKad of deceased Malaysian not misused

Children play at the temporary relief centre at Sekolah Kebangsaan Labong, Endau, after floods forced their families to evacuate. — Bernama pic

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Tiny grandson first, belongings later: Orang Asli family’s dash to escape Mersing floods

Motac has revoked the licence of Winborneo Leisure Tour Sdn Bhd over legal violations, effective December 18, 2025. — Unsplash pic

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Winborneo Leisure Tour loses licence as Motac cracks down

Passengers breeze through KLIA immigration in seconds via the MyBorderPass app, reducing queues and making travel smoother. — Bernama pic

2 h ago

Through the gate in seconds: MyBorderPass speeds up travel at KLIA

Bukit Aman Commercial Crime Investigation Department (CCID) director Datuk Rusdi Mohd Isa said the figure represents an increase of 146 per cent, or 5,033 cases, compared with the same period last year, which recorded 3,451 cases. — Picture by Choo Choy May

2 h ago

Bukit Aman: Part-time job scams soar 146pc from Jan 1 to Dec 14, victims lose over RM200m nationwide

Christmas decorations are seen in a shopping mall in Kuala Lumpur. — Picture by Raymond Manuel

2 h ago

Halal vs holidays? Umno Youth chief questions Melaka ban on Christmas decor in certified outlets (VIDEO)

Bayu Raudhah Sabah Welfare Organisation secretary Sitti Fhaizah Mukthar confirmed that all information and records related to the #JusticeForZara Fund have been disclosed to the relevant authorities for review and monitoring. — Picture via Facebook

2 h ago

JusticeForZara fund: Bayu Raudhah Sabah Welfare Organisation denies misuse, details RM255,016.27 raised and spent

Initial reports indicated that the assault involved the 18-year-old son of a babysitter, leaving visible bruising on the child’s face. — Picture by Ahmad Zamzahuri

2 h ago

KL police arrest suspect over toddler’s black eye, four-day remand until Dec 22

The suspect was brought to the Tampin Magistrates’ Court this morning for a remand application. — Screengrab from social media

3 h ago

Body of woman-in-bag found at Pedas home: Police secure seven-day remand for suspect until Dec 25

Tan Sri Abu Sahid Mohamed is currently facing five charges of criminal breach of trust involving more than RM458.5 million under Section 409 of the Penal Code. He is also charged with 10 counts of transferring proceeds of unlawful activities amounting to RM116.45 million, along with three additional money laundering charges involving RM22.8 million. — Bernama pic

3 h ago

Court grants Maju Holdings director Abu Sahid temporary passport release for UK trip despite pending charges

Without specifying any of lawyer Tan Sri Muhammad Shafee Abdullah’s remarks, the AGC said the defence lawyer’s press statement yesterday was on issues that had already been brought up and argued at the High Court during Datuk Seri Najib Razak’s 1MDB trial. — Picture by Devan Manuel

3 h ago

Ahead of verdict next week, AGC says Najib’s fair trial claims made by lawyer in 1MDB case already argued in court

In delivering her grounds, Judicial Commissioner Arziah Apandi said allegations that Siti Kasim had obstructed a public servant or committed kidnapping were unsupported in law, noting that Section 186 of the Penal Code requires physical obstruction or criminal force — not mere verbal disagreement or refusal to comply. — Picture by Miera Zulyana

3 h ago

High Court rules Siti Kasim’s 2018 arrest unlawful, govt to pay RM120,625 to her and RM53,750 to client

The cooking gas blast ripped out the kitchen ceiling of the two-storey terraced house in Taman Pagoh Jaya, Johor and left its 51-year-old occupant with burns to 60 per cent of his body. — Picture from Facebook/Info Kemalangan & Bencana Malaysia

4 h ago

Cooking gas blast leaves lone occupant in Taman Pagoh Jaya house with 60pc burns, now in ICU

People snapping photos at Dataran Merdeka, Kuala Lumpur. Malaysia’s Well-being Index rose to 120.6 points in 2024, driven mainly by gains in economic, social and environmental indicators, according to the Department of Statistics Malaysia. — Picture by Choo Choy May

4 h ago

Malaysia’s well-being score climbs in 2024, economy doing the heavy lifting

Malaysia’s November 2025 trade sees exports climb to RM135 billion amid strong external demand, while imports rise faster, narrowing the trade surplus to RM6.1 billion. — Picture by Firdaus Latif

5 h ago

DOSM: Malaysia’s exports jump 7pc in November, trade surplus narrows to RM6.1 billion

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