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Dr Mahathir was admitted to IJN this morning following a fall at his home. — Picture by Raymond Manuel

Malaysia / 11 h ago

Dr Mahathir suffers hip fracture, expected to remain at IJN for several weeks

Dr Mahathir is currently under observation at the National Heart Institute following a fall at home this morning. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 17 h ago

Dr Mahathir admitted to IJN after fall at home

Debris is seen at the scene of a fatal road accident in Bukit Kecil, Kuala Terengganu, involving a Perodua Viva and a Honda Jazz. — Social media pic

Malaysia / 19 h ago

‘I forgive them’: Father accepts apology from Honda Jazz driver’s family after crash kills UniSZA student in Kuala Terengganu

The Umno president said the party will remain in the unity government until the next general election. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 16 h ago

Zahid rejects ‘backdoor’ move, says Umno staying put in unity govt

A general view of the National Heart Institute in Kuala Lumpur on January 22, 2022. — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa

Malaysia / 10 h ago

Daughter: Dr Mahathir’s condition after fall ‘serious, but not dangerous’

PAS central committee member Datuk Ahmad Amzad Hashim said meetings between PAS state leaders and the prime minister were routine administrative engagements and should not be construed as political negotiations. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin

Malaysia / 17 h ago

PAS moves to shut down talk of Anwar engagement as Perikatan unity questioned

In a statement today, the ministry said that foreign travellers will continue to use the existing login method for the MyNIISe application without any changes. — Picture via MyDigitalID website

Malaysia / 11 h ago

Home Ministry: MyDigital ID to serve as single sign-on platform for MyNIISE from Jan 15

Former prime minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad is receiving treatment at the National Heart Institute (IJN) after reportedly falling at his home this morning. — Picture by Yusof Isa

Malaysia / 13 h ago

Anwar sends prayers for Dr Mahathir’s recovery after admission to IJN

The scene of a fatal road accident in Bukit Kecil, Kuala Terengganu, involving a Perodua Viva and a Honda Jazz. — Social media pic

Malaysia / 13 h ago

Suspect alive, car not stolen: Police seek to quash rumours after fatal Kuala Terengganu crash

Former Perikatan Nasional chairman Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin meets Terengganu Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Samsuri Mokhtar in a photograph shared on Facebook by Bachok MP Mohd Syahir Che Sulaiman.

Malaysia / 13 h ago

Photo of Muhyiddin–Dr Samsuri meeting adds to speculation over Perikatan chairmanship

The Deputy Prime Minister said any decision would be examined thoroughly and cautiously to ensure the party is not “bitten by the same snake for the second time in the same place”. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 15 h ago

Zahid: Umno will not make the same mistake twice, no plan to revive Muafakat pact with PAS

Datuk Seri Johari Abdul Ghani, who chairs Malaysia’s 1MDB Asset Recovery Taskforce, said in an interview with Singapore’s CNA that there is ‘no slowing down’ in the government’s push to recover 1MDB funds. — Picture by Shafwan Zaidon

Malaysia / 19 h ago

‘We are flexible’: Johari Abdul Ghani signals tougher, faster Malaysia push to recover 1MDB funds

The author argues that seed oils have fallen from dietary favour as scientific doubts, industrial processing concerns and viral online backlash collide — forcing food companies and consumers to rethink decades of nutrition advice built on the demonisation of saturated fats. — Unsplash pic

What You Think / 18 h ago

The great oil flip-flop: How seed oils went from golden boy to dietary villain — Ahmad Ibrahim

Malaysia’s mixed doubles pair Chen Tang Jie and Toh Ee Wei during an early morning training ahead of the Malaysia Open 2026 at Axiata Arena, Bukit Jalil January 5, 2026. — Bernama pic

Sports / 10 h ago

Malaysia Open 2026: Tang Jie-Ee Wei guarantee quarter-final spot after dominant win over Indonesia

Three bank officers, all seen wearing face masks, were produced at the Sessions Court to face new cheating charges involving a total of RM600,000 from three alleged victims. — The Borneo Post pic

Malaysia / 12 h ago

From RM16,000 to RM600,000: Kuching bank officers face expanded charges over alleged fake investment scheme

Money

10 h ago

Ringgit hits 4.044 against US dollar as greenback loses safe-haven premium

Malaysian ringgit notes are seen among US dollar bills in this photo illustration taken in Singapore on August 24, 2015. — Reuters pic

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 6 — The ringgit ended higher against the US dollar on Tuesday as initial safe-haven bids for the dollar faded, according to an analyst.He said this led the greenback to lose its defensive premium, allowing high-carry and high-beta currencies such as the ringgit to rebound.At 6 pm,...

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CapitaLand staff volunteers from Kuala Lumpur are pictured after a #GivingBersama 5.0 community outreach activity held in 2025. — Picture courtesy of CapitaLand

Money / 13 h ago

CapitaLand channels RM200,000 in aid to 2,250 Malaysians through #GivingBersama 5.0

A surge in metals and finance lifted Chinese equities to highest levels in 10 years on January 6, 2026. — Reuters pic

Money / 13 h ago

From tech to metals: China stocks sparkle before CNY holiday lull, highest since 2015

Bank Negara Malaysia is offering an additional RM2.5 billion to support small and medium enterprises. — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa

Money / 15 h ago

Bank Negara boosts SME fund by RM2.5b to support first-time borrowers

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At 9.05am, the FBM KLCI eased 5.64 points, or 0.34 per cent, to 1,674.68, down from yesterday’s close of 1,680.32. The benchmark had started the day 1.91 points lower at 1,678.41. — Picture by Razak Ghazali

18 h ago

Bursa opens mixed as investor sentiment stays muted

On its website, Nestlé said it had detected a ‘quality issue’ in an ingredient sourced from one of its major suppliers. — Reuters pic

18 h ago

Nestlé recalls baby formula across Europe over contamination risk

At 8am, the local currency edged up to 4.0650/0745 against the greenback, from yesterday’s close of 4.0695/0745. — Picture by Hari Anggara

19 h ago

Ringgit edges up against US dollar as risk sentiment stabilises after Venezuela turmoil

A file photo of a heavy‑crude plant run by Venezuela’s PDVSA in the Orinoco belt near Cabrutica, Anzoategui, April 16, 2015. — Reuters pic

1d ago

Oil prices slip as US seizure of Venezuela’s Maduro raises oversupply fears

The ringgit opened slightly lower against the US dollar on Monday as global risk appetite turned more cautious. — Reuters pic

1d ago

Cautious investors lift greenback, ringgit opens lower amid global uncertainty

Opec members are expected to stick with its current oil production plan despite the political upsets since the year began. — Reuters pic

2d ago

After biggest yearly dive in prices since 2020, Opec+ to keep oil production steady amid global political turmoil

The Johor state government continues to empower future talent through the signing of a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the Johor Talent Development Council (JTDC) and international partners, including Alibaba-related companies, to implement the AI Design Training Programme. — Reuters pic

2d ago

Johor signs MoU with Alibaba-linked firms to boost AI talent development, says state exco

The Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation (Matrade) is stepping up efforts to support the global expansion of Malaysian exporters, with its 2026 roadmap outlining 203 high-impact trade promotion programmes. — Picture by Firdaus Latif

2d ago

Matrade unveils 2026 roadmap with 203 programmes to boost Malaysian exporters’ global reach

Penang officials said the revised approach prioritises shore excursions, time spent on land and local spending rather than headline arrival numbers. — Bernama pic

03 Jan 2026

Penang shifts cruise strategy from headcount to higher onshore spending

US President Donald Trump yesterday blocked US photonics firm HieFo Corp’s US$3 million (RM12.1 million) acquisition of assets in New Jersey-based aerospace and defence specialist Emcore, citing national security and China-related concerns. — Reuters pic

03 Jan 2026

Trump blocks US chips deal over national security, China concerns

The ringgit is expected to continue strengthening against the US dollar next week, supported by favourable interest rate differentials and stronger domestic economic fundamentals. — Picture by Raymond Manuel

03 Jan 2026

Ringgit poised to extend gains next week as resilient economy, policy stability underpin strength

Bursa Malaysia is expected to see an uptrend next week as market participation and liquidity are likely to rise after being subdued amid holiday-shortened trading, said an economist. — Picture by Raymond Manuel

03 Jan 2026

Bursa Malaysia expected to trend higher next week as investors return from holiday break

03 Jan 2026

Tesla loses EV crown to China’s BYD as 2025 sales slip 8pc

Meta, owner of the two social media platforms, feared Japan would soon force it to verify the identity of all its advertisers, internal documents reviewed by Reuters show. The step would likely reduce fraud but also cost the company revenue. — Reuters pic

03 Jan 2026

‘Not findable’: Meta devised global ‘playbook’ to stall scam‑ad regulations in Japan, Europe, US and beyond, documents show

Uncertainty around inflation and interest rates, ongoing affordability challenges and stepped up government scrutiny on lending policies are the likely headwinds facing Australia’s housing market. — AFP pic

02 Jan 2026

Australia’s housing wraps up 2025 with record prices but headwinds loom

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