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While many have welcomed the proposal as a way to prevent elderly parents from becoming homeless or being abandoned at hospitals, experts have warned that such legislation could also place additional strain on family relationships, particularly amid current economic challenges. — Pexels pic

Malaysia / 16 h ago

Explainer: What Malaysia’s proposed filial law could mean for families

Kepong MP Lim Lip Eng said Putrajaya must clearly disclose who would be affected by the subsidy rationalisation plan, how income would be assessed, and whether factors such as living costs, dependants, loans, and commuting needs would be taken into account. — Picture by Azneal Ishak

Malaysia / 14 h ago

‘Don’t turn middle class into govt’s ATM’, Kepong MP tells Putrajaya over RON95 subsidy reform

Initial investigations found that the incident happened while the 31-year-old victim was taking part in a religious ceremony at the temple with his friends. — Picture by Ahmad Zamzahuri

Malaysia / 14 h ago

Temple terror: Man held after sword attack during Cameron Highlands ceremony

Puchong MP Yeo Bee Yin said the T15 and T20 groups are also key drivers of domestic private consumption, and higher fuel costs could dampen demand in retail, hospitality and services sectors. — Picture by Yusof Isa

Malaysia / 12 h ago

Yeo Bee Yin warns RON95 subsidy cut for T20 could fuel inflation and hurt economy

Iskandar Puteri district police headquarters said investigations are being carried out under Section 5(2) of the Moneylenders Act 1951 and Section 435 of the Penal Code. — Picture via Facebook

Malaysia / 14 h ago

Four Bukit Indah homes hit in suspected Molotov cocktail attacks linked to Singapore Ah Long syndicate

Eileen Wang, 58, the mayor of Arcadia, a city just north of Los Angeles with a population of about 50,000, has agreed to plead guilty to the felony charge, the department said in a statement. — Picture via Arcadia website

World / 13 h ago

California mayor charged with acting as Chinese agent

Newly elected chief minister of India’s Tamil Nadu state, C. Joseph Vijay speaks after taking the oath during his swearing-in ceremony in Chennai on May 10, 2026. Vijay was sworn in as the state’s chief minister on Sunday, making him the first movie star to rule the southern Indian state in a decade. — AFP pic

Malaysia / 12 h ago

Anwar congratulates ‘friend’ Vijay after Indian actor takes helm as Tamil Nadu chief minister

On Iran, the former casino owner is learning that he, in fact, doesn’t have such a strong hand after all. — AFP pic

World / 14 h ago

So much for a royal flush: Frustrated Trump learns he doesn’t have the cards on Iran

Breakfast means ‘kopi’ and noodles at Restoran Meng Shiang — Picture by CK Lim

Eat-drink / 14 h ago

Rise with the ‘sun noodles’ at Restoran Meng Shiang in Yulek, Cheras

An undated illustrative image shows detainees in handcuffs. — Picture by Raymond Manuel

Malaysia / 7 h ago

Retired lady cop flees hit-and-run, tests positive for drugs after 50km chase from Negeri to Melaka

He said the missiles were intended for the LCS fleet as well as naval vessels KD Jebat and KD Lekiu. — Bernama file pic

Malaysia / 9 h ago

Malaysia seeks answers after Norway halts naval missile delivery despite eight-year deal

Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Federal Territories) Hannah Yeoh speaks to the media during a press conference at City Hall regarding the flood mitigation project in Kuala Lumpur on May 12, 2026. — Picture by Raymond Manuel

Malaysia / 10 h ago

Hannah Yeoh: KL’s flood retention pond now 70pc smaller as land lost to developers

Muhammad Hazim Muhammad, 19, nodded after the charge was read out before Magistrate Rais Imran Hamid. However, no plea was recorded as the case falls under the jurisdiction of the High Court. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 11 h ago

Teenager charged with murder of college student found with 61 stab wounds in Kelantan

Vehicles travel through heavy rain in Shah Alam on June 21, 2023. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin

Malaysia / 5 h ago

Thunderstorms forecast for KL, Selangor, and majority of states until 7pm

Inspector-General of Police (IGP) Datuk Seri Mohd Khalid Ismail during the launch of PDRM Special Dialogue V 2026 at KLGCC Convention Centre, Kuala Lumpur on May 12, 2026. — Picture by Firdaus Latif

Malaysia / 11 h ago

Police still probing alleged Langkawi drug network linked to cop known as ‘Mr A’, says IGP

Malaysia

3 h ago

Works minister: Federal govt allocates RM2.4b for Sabah road projects under 13MP first rolling plan

(From left) Works Minister Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi, Deputy Chief Minister II Datuk Seri Panglima Masidi Manjun and Deputy Works Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Maslan during the press conference May 12, 2026. — The Borneo Post pic

KOTA KINABALU, May 12 — The federal government is intensifying efforts to strengthen Sabah’s construction sector through greater investment, stricter project monitoring and enhanced industry capacity-building, said Works Minister Dato Sri Alexander Nanta Linggi.He said the ministry is committed to improving technical capabilities in Sabah to ensure smoother project delivery.“If...

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Two sisters who went missing while bathing in Sungai Jeram Hulu in Terengganu were found drowned this evening. — Picture by Choo Choy May

Malaysia / 3 h ago

Two sisters found drowned in Sungai Jeram Hulu in Terengganu after going missing while bathing

Tan Sri Azam Baki clocked out of the Malaysian Anti‑Corruption Commission headquarters for the final time today as his tenure as chief commissioner officially ended. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin

Malaysia / 3 h ago

Azam Baki bids farewell to MACC, ‘deeply moved’ by officers’ and family’s support

The police have arrested four men over an incident last month where fireworks were set off during the ‘Tangkap Azam Baki’ rally near the Sogo mall in Kuala Lumpur. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin

Malaysia / 3 h ago

Cops arrest four over fireworks at ‘Tangkap Azam Baki’ rally; case referred to AGC

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MACC Chief Commissioner Tan Sri Azam Baki greets officers during his farewell ceremony at the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission headquarters in Putrajaya on May 12, 2026. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin

4 h ago

On final day as MACC chief, Azam Baki rules out politics and business in next chapter

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim chairs a meeting of the National Economic Action Council (MTEN) in Putrajaya on May 12, 2026. — PMO pic

4 h ago

Anwar orders all ministries to retarget aid and protect vulnerable Malaysians from rising costs

MACC Chief Commissioner Tan Sri Azam Baki waves during his farewell ceremony at the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission headquarters in Putrajaya on May 12, 2026. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin

4 h ago

‘No sabotage, please’: Azam Baki tells MACC to show absolute loyalty to successor

Deputy Finance Minister Liew Chin Tong delivers his speech at the Affin Market Outlook 2026 at Menara AFFIN @ TRX in Kuala Lumpur on May 12, 2026. — Bernama pic

5 h ago

‘Taken out of context’: Liew Chin Tong denies announcing new 150L Budi95 limit

Vehicles travel through heavy rain in Shah Alam on June 21, 2023. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin

5 h ago

Thunderstorms forecast for KL, Selangor, and majority of states until 7pm

Kapitan Yap Ah Loy and Yap Ah Shak photographed with their family at their residence, offering a rare glimpse into the personal life of two key figures in early Kuala Lumpur’s history. — Pictures by Anis Zalani

5 h ago

Founding was only half the story: Descendant says Yap Ah Loy’s true legacy was rebuilding KL after war

The Rumah Bangsa Unification Committee chairman said that as a party that serves as a home for the Malays, Umno remains open to anyone who wishes to align with the party’s struggle. — Bernama pic

5 h ago

Umno opens doors to ousted Bersatu leaders via Rumah Bangsa initiative, says party veep

Selangor Local Government and Tourism Exco Datuk Ng Sue Lim said the operation, which involved 300 personnel from various agencies, was carried out under Section 425 of the National Land Code against premises found to be operating without proper compliance. — Picture from X/Bernama

5 h ago

Nineteen illegal factories in Pulau Indah demolished after operating for over 20 years

Initial investigations found that the suspect is believed to have committed the offence in 2024 by assisting a construction company and a contractor company in obtaining contracts, approving work contract evaluations, securing work completion certifications, and expediting payment claims. — Picture by Yusof Isa

6 h ago

MACC: Senior executive remanded seven days over alleged RM8,000 graft in Pahang

Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil said the tournament would be aired by Radio Televisyen Malaysia (RTM) and Unifi TV as the official broadcasters of the Fifa World Cup 2026 in Malaysia. — Bernama pic

6 h ago

Want to watch World Cup 2026 matches for free? Download ‘RTM Klik’ app, Fahmi tells Malaysians

Inspector-General of Police Datuk Seri Mohd Khalid Ismail he main focus of this year’s edition covers critical issues such as online scams, cybercrime, narcotics syndicates and illegal e-waste activities, which have now become serious threats to the country’s economy and environment. — Bernama pic

6 h ago

Police forum targets cybercrime, scams and illegal e-waste threats, says IGP

Defence Minister Datuk Seri Mohamed Khaled Nordin said all military asset procurement matters were now proceeding as planned. — Bernama pic

6 h ago

Defence Ministry lifts MAF procurement fund freeze after anti-leakage measures

Economy Minister Akmal Nasrullah Mohd Nasir Akmal said the move is crucial to help petty traders, night market operators and micro-entrepreneurs cope with rising operating costs, which now account for an average of seven to 58 per cent of their total business expenses. — Bernama pic

6 h ago

National Economic Action Council urges local authorities to cut rental rates for traders

Economy Minister Akmal Nasrullah Mohd Nasir said the dashboard is intended to serve as a transparent and easily accessible central reference point for the public to monitor current developments related to the global supply crisis. — Bernama pic

6 h ago

Public to access global supply crisis dashboard from May 15, says Akmal

The Disease Tracker currently includes dengue, tuberculosis (TB), measles, hand, foot and mouth disease (HFMD), Covid-19, human rabies, and animal rabies. — Reuters pic

7 h ago

MOH may add hantavirus tracker to MySejahtera if needed, says deputy minister

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