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Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) deputy managing director (development) Eneng Faridah Iskandar says the Online Safety Act 2025 will not restrict freedom of expression. — Picture by Choo Choy May

Malaysia / 7 h ago

Here’s what Malaysians can expect as social media firms come under Malaysian laws now

At a New Year’s assembly in Putrajaya, Anwar hinted that Bills on a 10-year PM term limit and the separation of prosecutorial powers could be tabled soon. — Picture by Sayuti Zanudin

Malaysia / 2 h ago

Anwar revives reform pledge, hints at Bill to limit PM’s tenure to 10 years, alongside AG-PP split, FOI and Ombudsman

Teoh Siew Li pleaded not guilty at the Magistrate’s Court in Alor Setar on January 4, 2026, to three charges linked to an incident involving a police officer. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 19 h ago

Woman denies charges of insulting Islam, assaulting officer and obscene gesture in Mergong

Visitors savour durians at Mujan Lah’s orchard. — Picture via Facebook/Mujan Lah

Malaysia / 5 h ago

Too many durians? Marudi fruit farmers invite public to feast after bumper harvest

A man is seen collapsed near a fast-food outlet in Banting, Kuala Langat, following a suspected shooting late last night. — Picture from social media

Malaysia / 5 h ago

Man shot dead at fast-food outlet in Banting, motorcyclist suspect on the run

China conducted a live-firing exercise involving its land, air, and sea military units around Taiwan in December 2025. — Reuters pic

World / 17 h ago

Could China move in on Taiwan now after US strike on Venezuela? Analysts weigh in

TNB says EVs are designed with very strict safety systems to ensure they remain safe during floods, adding that modern charging stations are built with water- and dust-resistant designs, automatic cut-off systems and moisture sensors. — SoyaCincau pic

Life / 17 h ago

Charging your EV during a flood? Here’s what TNB wants you to know

The address is expected to outline the government’s direction, key initiatives and major announcements for the year ahead. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin

Malaysia / 4 h ago

Anwar to deliver 2026 New Year Message with major announcements today

Anita Yusof’s Global Dream Ride that began in 2015 aboard her trusty Yamaha FZ150i motorbike has taken her to over 120 countries on all seven continents. — Pictures from Instagram/gdranitayusof

Life / 17 h ago

A woman and her bike: Malaysian Anita Yusof, 58, proves age and gender not barriers to round-the-world adventure (VIDEO)

File photo of Malaysian Armed Forces personnel taking part in rehearsals for Merdeka Day celebrations. The Defence Ministry has urged the public not to speculate while investigations into the social media claims are ongoing. — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa

Malaysia / 5 h ago

Defence Ministry orders probe into viral claims of alleged misconduct in military camps

An elderly woman was killed after being hit by a sports utility vehicle (SUV) driven by a foreign man, who is suspected to have been under the influence of alcohol, while she was crossing the road at Jalan Lembah Permai, Tanjung Tokong, late last night. — Picture courtesy of police

Malaysia / 2 h ago

Woman dies after SUV driven by man suspected of drink‑driving hits her in Tanjung Tokong

Four assemblymen in Sabah said the number of Kota Kinabalu residents recorded as non-Malaysian citizens has grown exponentially between 2023 and 2024, making up 20.9 per cent of the state capital city’s estimated 600,000 residents. — Picture by Firdaus Latif

Malaysia / 17 h ago

Explain this rise: Four Sabah reps demand CM Hajiji answer after DOSM logs one in five people in KK as non-Malaysian

The arrest follows the discovery of a 67-year-old grave builder who was found dead, while his son was injured and hospitalised. — The Borneo Post pic

Malaysia / 5 h ago

Woman arrested in Kuching cemetery murder case

The price tag for a licence to drive in Singapore just got heavier from January 1, 2026. — Picture from Facebook/ComfortDelGro

Singapore / 18 h ago

Buckle up: Driving lessons in Singapore is very dear in 2026, here’s the breakdown

Members of the ‘Colectivos’ militia march in Caracas on January 4, 2026, demanding the release of President Nicolas Maduro after his capture in US strikes. — Reuters pic

World / 4 h ago

‘Pay big price’: Trump warns Venezuela’s new leader of severe consequences if she resists

Malaysia

18 m ago

MCMC confirms full restoration of mobile services in Kampung Salang, Pulau Tioman after December outage

Cellular services in Kampung Salang, Pulau Tioman, Rompin, were fully restored by the telecommunications companies on January 1. — Picture by Hari Anggara

KUANTAN, Jan 5 — Cellular services in Kampung Salang, Pulau Tioman, Rompin, were fully restored by the telecommunications companies on January 1.In a statement, the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) said due to safety concerns and limited ferry services during the Northeast Monsoon (MTL) season, CelcomDigi could only reach...

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Residents and environmental groups gather in Ipoh to oppose a proposed rezoning of forest land in Meru Valley for residential and agricultural development. — Picture by John Bunyan

Malaysia / 22 m ago

Meru Valley residents, NGOs warn of floods and wildlife loss over forest rezoning plan

Warisan deputy president Datuk Darell Leiking (left) has named Datuk Saddi Abdul Rahman (centre) for the Kinabatangan parliamentary seat and Mazliwati Abdul Malik Chua for the Lamag state seat in the Kinabatangan by-election. — Daily Express pic

Malaysia / 28 m ago

Warisan names Saddi for Kinabatangan, Mazliwati for Lamag by-elections

Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Law and Institutional Reform) Datuk Seri Azalina Othman Said speaks during the Law Minister’s New Year 2026 address in Putrajaya January 5, 2026. — Picture by Firdaus Latif

Malaysia / 31 m ago

Major reform Bills to land in Parliament this month, says Azalina

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Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said SARA and STR assistance would be credited in stages beginning this month. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin

48 m ago

Anwar: SARA, STR aid to roll out in stages from this month

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim delivers 2026 New Year Message highlights during the monthly assembly in Putrajaya. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin

40 m ago

Anwar’s 2026 New Year Message highlights reforms, cash aid and education upgrades

The suspect (2nd left) being escorted for proceedings at the Kuching Court Complex. Also seen is Sylvarius (left). — The Borneo Post pic

58 m ago

Man remanded over Kuching cemetery murder and attempted killing of victim’s son

Photos and videos circulating on social media showed the victim slumped against an outer wall of the restaurant and what appeared to be two spent bullet casings on the floor. — Video screengrabs via social media

1 h ago

Police launch probe after man killed in Banting restaurant shooting, suspect at large

LDP President Datuk Chin Su Phin said the government must take responsibility for addressing the long-standing problem of undocumented individuals through an approach focused on registration and management. — Daily Express pic

1 h ago

Registration, not citizenship, key to managing undocumented migrants in Sabah, says LDP

Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek said the new preschool curriculum introduced at the start of the current school session will focus on six key learning areas to support holistic early childhood development. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin

1 h ago

Fadhlina: Six domains anchor Malaysia’s revamped preschool curriculum

An evening fire destroyed a Community Learning Centre school at Ladang Bagahak 1 in Lahad Datu on Saturday. — Picture courtesy of Fire and Rescue Department

2 h ago

Blaze razes Lahad Datu Community Learning Centre, no casualties reported

At a New Year’s assembly in Putrajaya, Anwar hinted that Bills on a 10-year PM term limit and the separation of prosecutorial powers could be tabled soon. — Picture by Sayuti Zanudin

2 h ago

Anwar revives reform pledge, hints at Bill to limit PM’s tenure to 10 years, alongside AG-PP split, FOI and Ombudsman

The car is said to have been entering the traffic light intersection when it collided with the 4WD travelling straight through, according to preliminary investigations by Penampang District Police Headquarters. — Picture courtesy of police

2 h ago

Two die, multiple injured in 4WD–car collision at Sabindo traffic lights in Sabah

File photo of a food vendor preparing noodles at a hawker centre in George Town, Penang, where operators say foreign workers remain essential despite restrictions on who may cook certain local dishes. — Picture by KE Ooi

2 h ago

‘I can’t imagine running my eatery without them’: Penang hawkers say foreign workers are vital as cooking ban stays in limbo

An elderly woman was killed after being hit by a sports utility vehicle (SUV) driven by a foreign man, who is suspected to have been under the influence of alcohol, while she was crossing the road at Jalan Lembah Permai, Tanjung Tokong, late last night. — Picture courtesy of police

2 h ago

Woman dies after SUV driven by man suspected of drink‑driving hits her in Tanjung Tokong

Kelantan police chief Datuk Mohd Yusoff Mamat said the force would not tolerate misconduct and would act if the allegations were proven. — Bernama pic

2 h ago

Kelantan police open inquiry into RM6,000 extortion claims against Bachok personnel by drug suspect’s mother

File picture for illustration purposes only. State Public Works, Transportation, Infrastructure, and Communications Committee chairman Mohamad Fazli Mohamad Salleh said every data centre project in Johor is assessed by a special technical committee before approval is granted. — Reuters pic

3 h ago

How Johor vets data centres: Water efficiency, utilities and location

Johor Menteri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi and his delegation pose for pictures during a recent trip to China for meetings with ByteDance representatives to strengthen the company’s long-term commitment to Johor. — Picture via Facebook/Onn Hafiz Ghazi

3 h ago

Johor looks to lock in ByteDance’s long-term commitment after China talks, says Onn Hafiz

Bersatu’s Kijal assemblyman Razali Idris was fined RM2,000 over seditious remarks made during a 2023 by-election campaign. — Picture by Firdaus Latif

3 h ago

Bersatu’s Razali Idris convicted of sedition, fined RM2,000 by Sessions Court

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