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An undated file photograph shows the halal logo on product packaging in Kuala Selangor. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin
Malaysia  / 4 h ago

After sandwich maker claims chicken ham was ‘halal’, Jakim says ingredients don’t make the cert

Testifying in his own defence in his trial involving RM2 billion of 1MDB funds which allegedly entered his bank account, Datuk Seri Najib Razak said he had sent his then special officer Datuk Amhari Efendi Nazaruddin alone to China to explore if the latter was interested in infrastructure projects in Malaysia. — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa
Malaysia  / 18 h ago

Najib: China never settled 1MDB debts; I used Jho Low for 2016 ECRL talks there as wanted quick riches for Malaysia

Known as Rumah Tangsi, this distinctive mansion, with its bright yellow exterior and European-style architecture, is among the few remaining heritage buildings in Kuala Lumpur that has stood the test of time. — Picture by Choo Choy May
Life  / 7 h ago

Rumah Tangsi: From tin tycoon’s home to PM’s yellow heritage haven where leaders break bread

An undated file photograph shows the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission badge with a pair of handcuffs in the background. — Picture by Choo Choy May
Malaysia  / 3 h ago

No escape: MACC to collar more bank officers who got loans for blacklisted civil servants

The sentence was upheld due to defendant Liang Yu-chih’s intention to kill, the cruelty of his actions and the high risk of him reoffending, it reported the court said in a news statement.
World  / 17 h ago

Taiwan upholds death sentence for man convicted of Malaysian student’s brutal murder in 2020

During the confirmation hearing, which was broadcast across major US networks, Pete Hegseth faced intense questioning from US Senator Tammy Duckworth, a member of the Senate Armed Services Committee, regarding his understanding of Asean member states and their strategic significance. — Reuters pic
World  / 18 h ago

‘Do your homework’: Trump’s defence nominee under fire for lack of Asean knowledge in senate hearing as senator issues warning

Palestinian supporters celebrate news of a ceasefire with Israel in Berlin January 15, 2025. — Reuters pic
World  / 5 h ago

Israel, Hamas reach ceasefire deal for January 19, ending 15 months of war in Gaza

In the Round of 32 match, Chia and Soh lost the opening game 20-22 but mounted a strong comeback to claim the next two games 21-16 and 21-18 against the world’s 31st-ranked pair. — Bernama pic
Sports  / 5 h ago

India Open 2025: Aaron-Wooi Yik rally hard, join Pearly-Thinaah in Round of 16

A file photographs shows former prime minster, Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin leaving the Palace of Justice in Putrajaya on February 28, 2024. — Picture by Shafwan Zaidon
Malaysia  / 2 h ago

Judge rolls Muhyiddin’s money laundering, abuse trials into one

Motac said that the agency has been advised to honour the bookings of existing pilgrims who have made full payments and ensure their flights are carried out according to the agreed schedule. — Saudi Ministry of Media/Handout via Reuters
Malaysia  / 19 h ago

Motac: Investigation underway into travel agency for allegedly failing to fly umrah pilgrims, RM2.13m loss claims, as cops probe case

The TikTok logo is displayed outside the offices of the social media app's company offices in Culver City, California, on March 16, 2023. — AFP pic
Tech-gadgets  / 17 h ago

From ban to buyout: What next for TikTok in the US?

File picture of preacher Ebit Lew arriving at the Tenom Magistrates’ Court in Sabah September 27, 2022. A witness in the sexual harassment trial told the Magistrate’s Court that 15 call were made from the complainant’s phone to Lew’s number.. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 3 h ago

Digital forensics reveals 15 calls to Ebit Lew from complainant’s phone, witness tells court in sexual harassment trial

At 6pm, the ringgit went up to 4.4970/5010 against the greenback from Tuesday’s close of 4.5035/5100. — Picture by Choo Choy May
Money  / 18 h ago

Ringgit rises against US dollar at close, weakens against other major currencies

Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra said she received a message in a voice sounding identical to a well-known leader, without identifying the person. — Reuters pic
World  / 17 h ago

Thai PM almost scammed by AI voice impersonating foreign leader

A man visits the National Scam Awareness Campaign at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre in Kuala Lumpur, on October 3, 2023. — Picture by Shafwan Zaidon
Malaysia  / 4 h ago

Jobless woman in Selangor loses over RM2m in crypto scam

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Judge Amir Shah Amir Hassan imposed the sentence on the 57-year-old accused after he admitted to both the changes under Section 14 (a) of the Sexual Offences Against Children Act 2017. — Borneo Post Online pic
Malaysia / 11 Nov 2023

Retired soldier in Sabah gets 20 years, six strokes for sexual assaults against niece, aged 12

According to sources, the two enforcement officers had received a bribe of RM8,000 from an individual on October 4 to reduce the sentence for driving while under the influence of alcohol.— Picture by Hari Anggara
Malaysia / 11 Nov 2023

MACC detains two enforcement officers in Kota Kinabalu for bribery

Albert Chin Quan Yan (third from left) and Ashley Austin Chin (third from left) being escorted by the police out of the courtroom after sentencing. — Borneo Post Online pic
Malaysia / 11 Nov 2023

In Sarawak, two men jailed four years each for Batu Kawa hotel murder

The shipments were part of 50 tonnes of goods totalling more than RM7 million collected through Ops Ihsan. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 11 Nov 2023

Malaysia sends second humanitarian aid to Palestine last night

A worker diligently hangs mutton at the Semenyih wet market, November 10, 2023. — Picture by Raymond Manuel
Malaysia / 11 Nov 2023

Rising prices makes mutton a precious commodity this Deepavali

The MOE said in a statement that Malaysia was eventually victorious in its 11th attempt out of 19 participations in the WRO and the championship was won when the national team managed to win four gold and two silver medals out of a total of seven categories contested. — Screengrab from YouTube/World Robot Olympiad
Malaysia / 10 Nov 2023

Education Ministry: Malaysia scoops 2023 World Robot Olympiad title in Panama

Vice-President of China Han Zheng (fifth, left) with Penang Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow and Penang state executive councillors in George Town, November 10, 2023. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 10 Nov 2023

Penang CM pays courtesy call on visiting vice-president of China

District police chief ACP Abdul Fuad Abdul Malek said the 40-year-old victim was exposed to ammonia gas until he lost consciousness. — Picture by Ahmad Zamzahuri
Malaysia / 10 Nov 2023

Police: Injured man in Sandakan’s ammonia gas leak incident dies

Deputy Minister of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Fuziah Salleh surveys the price of dhal during a survey in conjunction with the Deepavali 2023 Festival Maximum Price Scheme (SHMMP) at Lulu Hypermarket, November 9, 2023. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 10 Nov 2023

Stern action against traders who fail to comply with 2023 Deepavali price scheme, says deputy minister

In Selangor, the number of flood victims dropped from the morning’s count of 697 from 178 families to 429 from 110 families tonight. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 10 Nov 2023

As of tonight, flood situation in Selangor improves but only slight improvement in Perak

Selangor Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Amirudin Shari speaks at a press conference after the presentation of the Selangor State Budget 2024 at the Selangor State Assembly, November 10, 2023. He said the state government will strengthen the availability of food stocks, especially the supply of rice, fish and meat in preparation for any situation in the region or even abroad, either as a result of climate change or even geopolitics. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 10 Nov 2023

Selangor govt allocates RM50m for state’s food security, says MB

PLUS managing director Datuk Nik Airina Nik Jaffar said despite the requirement for physical contact, no toll will be charged and highway users in the closed system toll plaza will also enjoy the benefits when passing through the exit toll plaza during the two-day period that has been determined. — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa
Malaysia / 10 Nov 2023

Two-day toll-free travel for Deepavali: Highway users must still ‘touch’ or ‘wave’ their Touch ‘n Go, smartcard or RFID, says PLUS  

Rapid Bus Sdn Bhd (Rapid Bus), in a statement today, said that for bus service on Jalan Genting-Kelang, the lane will operate during the morning peak hours from 6am to 9am from Monday to Friday with a frequency of three to five minutes. — Picture by Hari Anggara
Malaysia / 10 Nov 2023

Additional two dedicated Rapid Bus lanes at Jalan Ampang, Genting-Kelang to begin operation this Wednesday

Subang Jaya Police chief ACP Wan Azlan Wan Mamat said the workers, carrying out maintenance work on the LRT system at the Putra Heights sub-station, then lodged a report on the discovery of the fully-clothed skeletal remains, believed to be that of an Indonesian man.  — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 10 Nov 2023

Cops: Skeletal remains of man found under bridge in Putra Heights

The cargo aircraft carrying the first phase of the initial humanitarian aid to be sent to Palestine is seen at the El-Arish Military Airport in Egypt in this file photo taken on November 4, 2023. The second shipment of the main necessities of humanitarian aid for Palestinians in Gaza is scheduled to depart today via a special chartered cargo flight. — Picture via X/Bernama
Malaysia / 10 Nov 2023

Wisma Putra: Second shipment of essential goods for Palestinians in Gaza departs Malaysia today

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim today extended Deepavali greetings to Hindus nationwide. — Picture by Shafwan Zaidon
Malaysia / 10 Nov 2023

PM Anwar wishes Malaysian Hindus a ‘Happy Deepavali’, says country’s cultural diversity must be protected