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The Malaysian Cabinet is expected to discuss the future of the stalled Kuala Lumpur-Singapore High-Speed Rail (HSR) project in the coming weeks. — Picture via Facebook/MyHSR
Malaysia  / 17 h ago

KL-Singapore HSR revival faces uphill battle due to funding hurdles

Johoreans visited Johor Zoo during the first weekend holiday of the state, following a change in the weekend to Saturday and Sunday, which took effect last on January 1, 2025 after 10 years of having the weekend on Friday and Saturday. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 19 h ago

Families in Johor celebrate 2025 return to Saturday-Sunday weekend, boosting visits to Johor Zoo and more

A flash flood caused by heavy rain since this afternoon as captured at Jalan Salak, Sungai Rokam in Ipoh, today. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 13 h ago

Thunderstorms, heavy rain warning for KL, Putrajaya and eight other states

Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Rural and Regional Development, Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi, speaking to reporters after officiating the opening of Kuali Cafe@UKM at the Pusanika Building, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM), here today. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 15 h ago

You’re on your own, Zahid tells those still insisting on gathering in Putrajaya tomorrow despite cops’ warning

Metal barricades have been put in place outside the Palace of Justice in Putrajaya ahead of a planned solidarity rally for convicted former prime minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak on January 6, 2025. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 16 h ago

No permission means no rally allowed, Putrajaya police chief warns after PAS, NGOs insist on showing solidarity for Najib tomorrow

A supporter of Datuk Seri Najib Razak wearing a red shirt with the words ‘Justice for Bossku’ and his name printed on the back. — Picture by Muhammad Yusry
Malaysia  / 1 h ago

Umno, PAS, Bersatu leaders seen as crowds gather near Palace of Justice despite roadblocks, heavy police presence and warning against solidarity rally for Najib

A bluefin tuna from Oma, Aomori Prefecture, which was purchased earlier in the day for US$1.3 million (RM5.8 million), is presented to the media following the first tuna auction of the New Year at Tokyo’s Toyosu Market January 5, 2025. — Jiji Press/AFP pic
Life  / 19 h ago

Michelin-starred buyer splurges ¥207m on bluefin tuna at Tokyo fish market, second highest ever

Pasir Mas MP Ahmad Fadhli Shaari had posted a cryptic remark on Facebook on January 3, 2025, drawing the ire of critics and political foes who accused him of treasonous comments. — File picture by Mukhriz Hazim
Malaysia  / 17 h ago

PAS MP Ahmad Fadhli denies cryptic post linked to King, mulls suing Amanah for claiming ‘disrespect’

Just like any other drivers in Malaysia, they will need to pass the driving test and obtain a Competent Driving Licence (CDL) from JPJ. — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa
Malaysia  / 3 h ago

Behind the wheel: How are Malaysia’s lorry drivers regulated to keep you safe? Here’s what you should know

In a research paper published by the Malaysian Institute of Road Safety Research (Miros) in 2019, their analysis of police road accident data from 2011 to 2015 found that accidents involving heavy goods vehicles (lorries and trailers) resulted in more than 1,000 deaths each year, despite the relatively small number of lorries on the road. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin
Malaysia  / 3 h ago

Why are lorries more dangerous on the road? A deep dive into the risks, penalties, and new laws in the pipeline

A wine section is pictured during a tour of an Amazon checkout-free, large format grocery store in Seattle, Washington February 21, 2020. — Reuters pic
Life  / 13 h ago

From Britain to the US: How countries worldwide warn about alcohol consumption and cancer risks

Snow and black ice forced the cancellation today of dozens of flights at Frankfurt airport, Germany’s largest airport. — AFP pic
World  / 14 h ago

Frankfurt and Munich airports in Germany hit by over 150 flight cancellations as snow and black ice wreak havoc

A man who posed as a policeman before robbing a foreign family in Meru, Klang, near here, yesterday has been arrested. — Picture by Raymond Manuel
Malaysia  / 18 h ago

Fake cop arrested after robbing foreign family in Klang

Water-based drinks are displayed at AQUA Water Bar in Dubai August 24, 2023. The US Surgeon General’s warning of an increased risk of cancer from drinking alcohol may end up resonating most with younger Americans — who in recent years were already turning to mocktails and juices instead of alcoholic drinks. — Reuters pic
Life  / 13 h ago

Younger Americans turning to mocktails even before US Surgeon General’s warning on alcohol’s cancer risks

A snow plough waits to help clear snow from around aircraft after overnight snowfall caused the temporary closure of Manchester Airport in Manchester January 5, 2025. — Reuters pic
World  / 15 h ago

Amber weather warning: Heavy snow and freezing rain ground flights across England, power outages affect thousands

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Melaka Chief Minister Datuk Seri Ab Rauf Yusoh said the RM682 million project, which is a key component under Melaka Gateway in Pulau Melaka here, will bring in an estimated RM9 billion in tourism expenditure, adding that MICT can accommodate more than seven million tourists per year, with 1,500 cruise ships annually. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 01 Feb 2024

Melaka International Cruise Terminal to draw additional 15.8 million tourists by 2036, says CM

Tourists arriving on Loong Air’s inaugural flight from Hangzhou, China, being greeted at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) Terminal 2, February 1, 2024. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 01 Feb 2024

Tourism Malaysia eyes over five million tourists from China this year, says D-G

Fire and Rescue Department personnel clear the area affected by the recent mud flood at Sekolah Kebangsaan Pasir Raja, Dungun, February 1, 2024. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 01 Feb 2024

Flood causes RM1m in damages to eight Dungun schools, says official 

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim speaks at the Negeri Sembilan state-level Madani Programme (State and Federal Government heads) at Kem Wawasan Negara Ulu Sepri, Rembau, February 1, 2024. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 01 Feb 2024

PM Anwar: Proposed abolishment of pensions for politicians to be discussed in Cabinet, then brought to Parliament 

Shah Alam District Police Chief ACP Mohd Iqbal Ibrahim said the police were informed of the by a medical officer at the hospital at 8.01pm the same day. — Picture by Ahmad Zamzahuri
Malaysia / 01 Feb 2024

Kajang cops arrest three men over abduction, assault of Chinese journalist

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim and Negeri Sembilan Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Aminuddin Harun during the state Madani Mobilisation Programme (Heads of State Government and Federal) at the Wawasan Negara Ulu Sepri Camp, Rembau, February 1, 2024. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 01 Feb 2024

N. Sembilan MB: Civil servants prime movers of Malaysia Madani agenda 

Sultan Ibrahim succeeds Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri’ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah of Pahang who completed his five-year reign as the 16th Yang di-Pertuan Agong on January 30. — Bernama pic  
Malaysia / 01 Feb 2024

King Charles congratulates Sultan Ibrahim, the new King of Malaysia

Despite Malaysia’s improved global corruption perception ranking in 2023, anti-graft watchdogs caution of lingering setbacks that must be addressed for the country to strengthen its commitment to good governance and transparency. — Picture By Farhan Najib
Malaysia / 01 Feb 2024

Malaysia must address setbacks towards good governance, transparency, say anti-graft watchdogs

The widespread implementation of Self-consumption for Solar Photovoltaic in the state is expected to reduce the peak load on the state electricity grid, said the Energy Commission of Sabah CEO Datuk Abdul Nasser Abdul Wahid.— Reuters pic
Malaysia / 01 Feb 2024

Selco-PV expected to reduce peak load on Sabah electricity grid, says state Energy Commission CEO

His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia, today granted an audience to Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, at Istana Negara. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 01 Feb 2024

King, Malay rulers support efforts to enhance governance, fight corruption, says PM Anwar

The water supply to all 120,000 users affected by the Sungai Perai pipe leak incident on January 23, has been fully restored, said Perbadanan Bekalan Air Pulau Pinang today. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 01 Feb 2024

PBAPP: Water supply to 120,000 users in Penang fully restored

Perak Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Saarani Mohamad says that the announcement of new water tariff adjustments for domestic users will be made in March after it is approved by the state exco. — Picture by Farhan Najib
Malaysia / 01 Feb 2024

New Perak water tariff announcement in March, says MB

Deputy Home Minister Datuk Seri Shamsul Anuar Nasarah said the programme was highly effective as it managed to reduce administrative costs and maintained a low recidivism rate of less than 0.5 per cent. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 01 Feb 2024

Over 20,000 inmates undergoing community-based rehabilitation, says deputy home minister

Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan will be in Brussels, Belgium, to attend the 24th Asean-European Union Ministerial Meeting (AEMM) and participate in the 3rd European Union Indo-Pacific Ministerial Forum. — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa
Malaysia / 01 Feb 2024

Wisma Putra: Foreign minister undertakes working visit to Brussels from today

Maritime Criminal Investigation Division Director First Admiral Ahmad Faridi Ferdaus said MMEA also believes that the government is still committed to completing the agency’s sea and air assets. — Picture via X/Bernama
Malaysia / 01 Feb 2024

MMEA needs to enhance assets to protect territorial waters, says maritime CID director

Currently, the Air Itam Dam supplies water to about 170,000 residents in the Air Itam, Paya Terubong and Jalan Masjid Negeri areas on the island. — Picture via Twitter/Bernama
Malaysia / 01 Feb 2024

Penang drawing up action plan to address dwindling water level at Air Itam Dam, says CM