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The lithium-ion battery powering your sleek new electric vehicles (EV) and hybrid cars may last eight to 10 years, but what happens after that? — Shutterstock pic/Sergii Chernov
Malaysia  / 3 h ago

By 2050, 870,000 EV batteries will need recycling: How is Malaysia tackling the challenge?

The state government may implement new regulations to enhance the safety of Mount Kinabalu climbers. — The Borneo Post pic
Malaysia  / 15 h ago

Climbing Kinabalu? Age could be a factor now, says state govt after latest tragic incident

Sudan produces around 80 per cent of the world’s gum arabic, a natural substance harvested from acacia trees. — Reuters pic
Money  / 13 h ago

Here’s a look at how one key ingredient in Coca-Cola, M&M’s is smuggled from war-torn Sudan

Police have recorded statements from 21 individuals, including two policemen suspected of stealing RM300,000 in Bukit Jalil recently. — Picture by Choo Choy May
Malaysia  / 16 h ago

Two police officers involved in RM300,000 theft in Bukit Jalil reassigned

The United States has provided US$65.9 billion in military support to Ukraine since Russia’s February 2022 invasion but further contributions hang in the balance after Donald Trump ordered a pause Monday on aid to Kyiv. — AFP pic
World  / 13 h ago

US aid to Ukraine: How US$65.9b was spent and what comes next

Former Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob will be at the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) headquarters tomorrow to assist in an investigation into a corruption and money laundering case. — Picture by Firdaus Latif
Malaysia  / 14 h ago

Ismail Sabri to give statement at MACC tomorrow for corruption investigation, says Azam Baki

Jakim reminded all parties to be mindful of religious sensitivities in their actions and speech. — Picture by Malay Mail
Malaysia  / 18 h ago

Mocking other religions is against Islam, Jakim warns as Era FM hosts taken off-air over Thaipusam clip

Accused Mohamad Haidar Abdullah (left, in green parka) and N. Klement Raj being escorted by policemen in the Johor Baru courthouse. Both later claimed trial to joint and separate charges for gang robbery, possession of firearms and imitation weapons at the Sessions Court today. — Picture by Ben Tan
Malaysia  / 18 h ago

Datuk’s son among three charged with gang robbery, firearms offences in Johor

IGP Tan Sri Razarudin Husain said iinvestigation are under Section 298 of the Penal Code for acts that cause disharmony, disunity, or feelings of enmity, hatred, or ill-will on religious grounds, as well as Section 233 of the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998 for the improper use of network facilities or services. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 14 h ago

IGP confirms radio hosts under criminal investigation for allegedly mocking Hinduism, six complaints filed

Selangor police chief Datuk Hussein Omar Khan (right) said investigations has not discounted criminal elements even though the case has been classified as sudden death for now. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 15 h ago

Selangor police say Japanese in fatal fall at Subang Jaya condo is wife of local influencer Ridzokumura, investigation ongoing

Judge Datin M. Kunasundary handed down the sentence on the 36-year-old woman, who has two children, after finding that the defence had failed to raise reasonable doubts at the end of the defence case. — Reuters pic
Malaysia  / 19 h ago

Single mother sentenced to 10 years for sexually assaulting neighbour’s 13-year-old daughter

A Thai court on Tuesday accepted a class-action lawsuit filed by hundreds of fishermen seeking US$73 million in damages from an agribusiness giant over invasive blackchin tilapia, a representative of the Thai lawyers’ council said. — AFP
World  / 17 h ago

Thai court takes on US$73m lawsuit against conglomerate CP, owned by Thailand’s second richest family, over invasive fish crisis

In Malaysia, the Tamil community has the opportunity to learn the language from preschool through postgraduate levels. — Picture by Farhan Najib
What You Think  / 13 h ago

Making Tamil language mandatory entry requirement for Indian students — Velan Kunjuraman 

A Malaysiakini reporter was brought to the Magistrate's Court in Putrajaya for remand over an alleged bribery case. March 1, 2025. — Picture courtesy of MACC
Malaysia  / 18 h ago

Malaysiakini journalist freed after four-day remand by MACC over bribery allegation

The word ‘Vel” in Tamil, refers to the spear of the Hindu deity Lord Murugan (pictured above), and devotees often chant it to express their devotion and prayers. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 16 h ago

PM calls for tact on religious matters after Astro suspends staff over Thaipusam remarks

The lithium-ion battery powering your sleek new electric vehicles (EV) and hybrid cars may last eight to 10 years, but what happens after that? — Shutterstock pic/Sergii Chernov
Malaysia  / 3 h ago

By 2050, 870,000 EV batteries will need recycling: How is Malaysia tackling the challenge?

The state government may implement new regulations to enhance the safety of Mount Kinabalu climbers. — The Borneo Post pic
Malaysia  / 15 h ago

Climbing Kinabalu? Age could be a factor now, says state govt after latest tragic incident

Sudan produces around 80 per cent of the world’s gum arabic, a natural substance harvested from acacia trees. — Reuters pic
Money  / 13 h ago

Here’s a look at how one key ingredient in Coca-Cola, M&M’s is smuggled from war-torn Sudan

Police have recorded statements from 21 individuals, including two policemen suspected of stealing RM300,000 in Bukit Jalil recently. — Picture by Choo Choy May
Malaysia  / 16 h ago

Two police officers involved in RM300,000 theft in Bukit Jalil reassigned

The United States has provided US$65.9 billion in military support to Ukraine since Russia’s February 2022 invasion but further contributions hang in the balance after Donald Trump ordered a pause Monday on aid to Kyiv. — AFP pic
World  / 13 h ago

US aid to Ukraine: How US$65.9b was spent and what comes next

Former Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob will be at the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) headquarters tomorrow to assist in an investigation into a corruption and money laundering case. — Picture by Firdaus Latif
Malaysia  / 14 h ago

Ismail Sabri to give statement at MACC tomorrow for corruption investigation, says Azam Baki

Jakim reminded all parties to be mindful of religious sensitivities in their actions and speech. — Picture by Malay Mail
Malaysia  / 18 h ago

Mocking other religions is against Islam, Jakim warns as Era FM hosts taken off-air over Thaipusam clip

Accused Mohamad Haidar Abdullah (left, in green parka) and N. Klement Raj being escorted by policemen in the Johor Baru courthouse. Both later claimed trial to joint and separate charges for gang robbery, possession of firearms and imitation weapons at the Sessions Court today. — Picture by Ben Tan
Malaysia  / 18 h ago

Datuk’s son among three charged with gang robbery, firearms offences in Johor

IGP Tan Sri Razarudin Husain said iinvestigation are under Section 298 of the Penal Code for acts that cause disharmony, disunity, or feelings of enmity, hatred, or ill-will on religious grounds, as well as Section 233 of the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998 for the improper use of network facilities or services. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 14 h ago

IGP confirms radio hosts under criminal investigation for allegedly mocking Hinduism, six complaints filed

Selangor police chief Datuk Hussein Omar Khan (right) said investigations has not discounted criminal elements even though the case has been classified as sudden death for now. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 15 h ago

Selangor police say Japanese in fatal fall at Subang Jaya condo is wife of local influencer Ridzokumura, investigation ongoing

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The Yankees plan to have parameters to decide what beards have a clean and disciplined look. — AFP pic
Life / 24 Feb 2025

From clean-shaven to clean-cut, Yankees finally embrace the beard

This file photo taken on September 17, 2015 shows a Chinese labourer sorting out plastic bottles for recycling in Dong Xiao Kou village, on the outskirt of Beijing. - AFP pic
Life / 24 Feb 2025

Humanity’s enduring legacy of soda cans, polyester clothes, and chicken bones

The snub-nosed Hindustan Ambassador, first rolling off the assembly line in the 1950s with a design that barely changed in the decades since, once ruled India’s potholed streets. — AFP pic
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End of the road: Kolkata bids farewell to legendary yellow taxis

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From jail cells to hotel rooms: Iconic Russian prison sold for bold transformation

London-based model Alexsandrah Gondora poses for a photograph with her on-screen AI twin. — AFP pic
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The future of fashion is here with AI-powered models taking over photoshoots

The United States’ 63 National Parks are highly popular public attractions, especially in the spring and summertime. — AFP pic
Life / 23 Feb 2025

Costly consequences: Laid-off US park workers warn of lasting damage to national treasures

This year around 14.1 million Japanese are expected to travel abroad, according to top Japanese travel agency JTB. — ETX Studio pic
Life / 23 Feb 2025

One in six Japanese citizens holds a passport, falling behind global travel trends

Security personnel keep watch outside Wuhan Institute of Virology during the visit by the World Health Organization in February 3, 2021. — Reuters file pic
Life / 23 Feb 2025

Chinese researchers discover new bat coronavirus that shares key features with Covid-19 virus, raising concerns

Malaysia, has long been a hub for talented live bands such as ‘The RETROGROOVERS’. — Picture courtesy Facebook/The RETROGROOVERS
Life / 23 Feb 2025

Looking for a stage to perform? Check out these top live music venues in Klang Valley, recommended by local musicians

Tourists visit the Forbidden City in Beijing. — Reuters pic
Life / 23 Feb 2025

Hidden for centuries, Chinese treasures finally see the light of day

Nina Deen, predicts that the Malaysian live band scene will remain stagnant. — Photo courtesy Nina Deen
Life / 23 Feb 2025

Overcoming Filipino dominance: How Malaysia’s live band scene is reclaiming its spotlight

A horse carriage driver brings his horse to be cleaned in a vacant lot used as a horse stable and carriage parking lot in Jakarta. — AFP
Life / 23 Feb 2025

Jakarta’s delman horses face neglect and abuse as fading tradition battles for survival

A model presents a creation during the Paul Costelloe show at London Fashion Week in London. — Reuters
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Paul Costelloe looks to equestrian world in London Fashion Week show

Pos Malaysia’s Pokémon stamp set might have officially hatched, but it’s proving extremely hard for trainers to catch online.
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Pokémon stamp set hype overwhelms Pos Malaysia’s website — but trainers, you have options

Activists walking past a felled tree hike to Pathibhara Devi temple. — AFP pic
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Nepal community fights to save sacred forests from cable cars

Fishermen sail to the beaches of Pombeba Island to collect garbage in Guanabara Bay, Rio de Janeiro. — AFP pic
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Guanabara Bay suffocates under trash as volunteers, Olympians lead clean-up efforts

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