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The High Court has found former prime minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak liable for US$1.18 billion in losses incurred by SRC International Sdn Bhd due to a breach of fiduciary duties. — Picture by Firdaus Latif

Malaysia / 19 h ago

High Court finds Najib liable for RM4.77b SRC losses, orders RM5.25b payment

Guess where most of Malaysia’s overseas travellers come from. Tourists pose for a group photo at the River of Life area in Kuala Lumpur. — Picture by Raymond Manuel

Malaysia / 3 h ago

Can you guess who the big spenders are among international visitors to Malaysia? Check out these tourism numbers

Kajang district police chief ACP Naazron Abdul Yusof said the accident occurred at about 1.20 am involving a Range Rover Velar sports utility vehicle (SUV) driven by a 51-year-old man and a Mazda van. — Picture by Ahmad Zamzahuri

Malaysia / 17 h ago

Six injured in Kajang-Semenyih crash, police nab SUV driver for alleged drink-driving

Miti says conditions for automotive investments are applied consistently to all carmakers, following reports that Chinese EV maker BYD is reassessing plans for a CKD plant in Tanjung Malim. — AFP pic

Malaysia / 18 h ago

BYD not singled out, Miti says CKD rules designed to protect vendor ecosystem and boost exports

The damaged tanker that collided with a lorry along Kilometre 40.6 (northbound) of the North-South Expressway near Kulai today. March 31, 2026. — Picture courtesy of the Johor Fire and Rescue Department

Malaysia / 16 h ago

Trailer collision and fire along North-South Expressway triggers closure and traffic congestion

This picture handed out by the Kuwait Petroleum Corporation shows damage to the Kuwait-flagged Al-Salmi crude oil tanker, following a reported strike, amid the US-Israeli conflict with Iran, March 31, 2026. — Reuters pic

World / 15 h ago

Iran drone strike sets oil tanker ablaze off Dubai after Trump warning

Human Resources Minister Datuk Seri R. Ramanan said that this transition period is intended to provide platform operators with sufficient time to adapt to the new legislative requirements without the immediate threat of punitive enforcement. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 15 h ago

Gig economy platforms have 3 to 6 months to comply with new Perkeso law

The Finance Ministry is maintaining the RM300 monthly Budi Diesel aid for April 2026 to support individuals and the agri-commodity sector amid volatile global fuel prices. — File picture by Shafwan Zaidon

Malaysia / 17 h ago

Keeping engines running: Govt says Budi Diesel aid to continue for April amid volatile fuel market

Transport Minister Anthony Loke said there have been no disruptions to Malaysia’s aviation and logistics sectors so far, although both industries are facing mounting pressure from rising costs due to the ongoing US–Iran tensions. — Picture by Raymond Manuel

Malaysia / 17 h ago

No disruptions yet, but aviation and shipping sectors under strain, says transport minister

Mentri Besar Datuk Seri Amirudin Shari said the initiative follows the Federal Government’s call to cut back on petrol and gas usage. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin

Malaysia / 19 h ago

Selangor government preparing WFH plan for civil servants as global oil prices fluctuate, says MB

SETIA ALAM 31/03/2026 Transport Minister Anthony Loke speaks to the press during the Mock Cheque Presentation Ceremony from Top Glove Chairman Tan Sri Dr Lim Wee Chai, Berjaya Group Executive Datuk Seri Robin Tan to SMJK Chan Wa here at Courtyard by Marriott Hotel. PICTURE BY SAYUTI ZAINUDIN

Malaysia / 17 h ago

Loke: Iranian government assures safe passage, no tolls for Malaysian ships in Strait of Hormuz

At 6pm, the local currency fell to 4.0475/0520 against the greenback from yesterday’s close of 4.0280/0350. — Picture by Firdaus Latif

Money / 14 h ago

Ringgit slips further as investors track Iran war, rising energy prices

Pablo Picassio's 'L’Ecuyère et les clowns (1961)' is seen here in a photo from its listing on the Christie's auction website. — Christie's screenshot

Malaysia / 15 h ago

Picasso painting among four high-value artworks with 1MDB links being repatriated back to Malaysia

Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil said the government will give social media platforms sufficient time to implement clean-up measures, including ensuring that no more children under 16 register new accounts or maintain existing accounts on their respective platforms. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 14 h ago

Communications minister: New social media age limit could start by June

People shop at the Grand Bazaar in Tehran on March 30, 2026. — AFP pic

World / 3 h ago

What the Middle East war means for China’s ties with Iran

Malaysia

2 m ago

Three detained in Johor over TikTok content alleged to insult Islam and Johor royal institution

Police have detained three individuals, including a 17-year-old teenager, to assist in an investigation into the dissemination of content on the TikTok application containing elements of incitement, defamation, and insults against Islam, the Johor royal institution, and the Johor police chief. — Picture by Raymond Manuel

JOHOR BAHRU, April 1 — Police have detained three individuals, including a 17-year-old teenager, to assist in an investigation into the dissemination of content on the TikTok application containing elements of incitement, defamation, and insults against Islam, the Johor royal institution, and the Johor police chief.Johor police chief Datuk Ab...

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Police are looking for a motorcyclist, believed to be a local, who hit a car driver and damaged a Honda City in an incident by the roadside along Kampung Bukit Senggeh, Selandar on March 26. — Picture by Raymond Manuel

Malaysia / 16 m ago

Police seek motorcyclist who assaulted driver and smashed car door in Jasin

Cooperation between Malaysia and the World Health Organisation (WHO) will strengthen the country’s preparedness and early warning systems against infectious disease threats. — AFP pic

Malaysia / 24 m ago

Malaysia, WHO ramp up cooperation to improve early detection of infectious diseases, says health minister

The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission has issued its first invitation for the submission of draft plans under the National Digital Network Phase 2, reflecting the government’s continued commitment to strengthening digital infrastructure and enhancing connectivity nationwide. — Picture by Choo Choy May

Malaysia / 29 m ago

MCMC calls for submissions under Jendela 2 as Malaysia moves to expand nationwide connectivity infrastructure

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Commuters wait at the Kerinchi LRT Station in Bangsar South, Kuala Lumpur on April 20, 2024. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin

41 m ago

Why your morning commute was hit: Overgrown tree disrupts Kelana Jaya LRT line

An Indonesian woman was allegedly beaten, starved and forced to sleep on stairs or in a garage while working as a ‘slave’ for a Malaysian couple, an Australian court heard. — Pexels pic

44 m ago

Malaysia couple accused in Melbourne of enslaving Indonesian woman, abusing her and treating her like property

Police are tracking down four men to assist in investigations into a machete attack that left a man seriously injured at a shop in Jalan Besar Mengkuang, Triang, Bera. — Picture by Mukhriz Hazim

53 m ago

Police seek four men over machete attack that left man seriously hurt in Bera

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim (centre) poses for a group photo with ministers after the Madani Malaysian Scholars Forum Series 9 session, 'Driving the Malaysian Economy: The Role of the Financial Sector and Structural Reform in Addressing Global Geopolitical Uncertainties' at Sasana Kijang Kuala Lumpur March 31, 2026. Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan said the government has urged the public to adopt a more prudent and moderate lifestyle in facing global economic uncertainties. — Bernama pic

1 h ago

Amir Hamzah urges Malaysians to adopt prudent, moderate lifestyle amid global uncertainties

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said Malaysia’s positive economic performance reflects that the government’s policies are on the right track. — Picture via Facebook/Anwar Ibrahim

1 h ago

Malaysia posts 5.2pc growth in 2025, with lowest inflation in five years, showing govt policies are working, says Anwar

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim says Malaysia must continue undertaking reforms to rebuild its economic foundations and remain competitive globally. — Bernama pic

1 h ago

Anwar says bold reforms needed to rebuild Malaysia’s economic foundations

The government has strongly denied a Bloomberg report alleging that Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim had instructed a special committee to delay the disclosure of findings into the shareholding investigation involving Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission chief commissioner Tan Sri Azam Baki. — Picture by Yusof Isa

1 h ago

Putrajaya denies Bloomberg claim on alleged delay in Azam Baki probe disclosure

A reckless stunt caught on video has gone viral after a man was seen clinging to the back of a moving trailer truck along Persiaran Tengku Ampuan Rahimah in Klang. — Picture courtesy of police

1 h ago

Man clings on to speeding trailer in Klang, viral stunt sparks police probe and urgent witness appeal

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim (3rd right) said Malaysia’s economy remains resilient despite rising global uncertainties, with the government widening its ‘Plan B’ measures to ensure continued stability and growth. — Bernama pic

1 h ago

Malaysia maintains economic resilience as government expands ‘Plan B’ measures, says Anwar

Fisheries Department enforcement officers clear abandoned fishing nets at Tasik Temenggor, Gerik, March 31, 2026.

3 h ago

'Ghost nets' threaten Temenggor Lake’s ecosystem and tourism

Guess where most of Malaysia’s overseas travellers come from. Tourists pose for a group photo at the River of Life area in Kuala Lumpur. — Picture by Raymond Manuel

3 h ago

Can you guess who the big spenders are among international visitors to Malaysia? Check out these tourism numbers

Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil said the government will give social media platforms sufficient time to implement clean-up measures, including ensuring that no more children under 16 register new accounts or maintain existing accounts on their respective platforms. — Bernama pic

14 h ago

Communications minister: New social media age limit could start by June

Pablo Picassio's 'L’Ecuyère et les clowns (1961)' is seen here in a photo from its listing on the Christie's auction website. — Christie's screenshot

15 h ago

Picasso painting among four high-value artworks with 1MDB links being repatriated back to Malaysia

Human Resources Minister Datuk Seri R. Ramanan said that this transition period is intended to provide platform operators with sufficient time to adapt to the new legislative requirements without the immediate threat of punitive enforcement. — Bernama pic

15 h ago

Gig economy platforms have 3 to 6 months to comply with new Perkeso law

The damaged tanker that collided with a lorry along Kilometre 40.6 (northbound) of the North-South Expressway near Kulai today. March 31, 2026. — Picture courtesy of the Johor Fire and Rescue Department

16 h ago

Trailer collision and fire along North-South Expressway triggers closure and traffic congestion

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