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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

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

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

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  / 16 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  / 17 h ago

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

Hundreds of people gather in the vicinity of the Palace of Justice in Putrajaya on January 6, 2025 to show their support for convicted former prime minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak who is appealing against the dismissal to serve the remainder of his six-year prison sentence under ‘house arrest’. — Picture by Choo Choy May
Malaysia  / 1 h ago

Umno, PAS, Bersatu politicians 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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Datuk Seri Fatimah Abdullah said the amendment was being made following complaints from cardholders who felt they were not benefiting from the assistance. — Picture by the Sarawak Public Communication Unit (Ukas)
Malaysia / 01 Feb 2024

Kenyalang Gold Card: Death assistance to be amended, says Sarawak minister 

Melaka Immigration director Anirwan Fauzee Mohd Aini said the inspections were based on public complaints and intelligence information related to the influx of foreigners in the two areas in question, which are believed to be settlements for foreign workers in the construction sector. — Picture by Shafwan Zaidon
Malaysia / 01 Feb 2024

Melaka Immigration nab 134 illegal construction workers

Members of the Malaysian Fire and Rescue Department help clear areas of Sekolah Kebangsaan Pasir Raja affected by the recent mud flood, Dungun, February 1, 2024. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 01 Feb 2024

Nadma: Terengganu fully recovers from floods 

State Fire and Rescue Operations Division assistant director, Sabarodzi Nor Ahmad said a distress call was received at 10.32am and personnel from the Ipoh and Pasir Puteh Fire and Rescue Stations were dispatched to the scene. — Picture from X/Bernama
Malaysia / 01 Feb 2024

Fire and Rescue Dept: Ammonia leak at Perak Department of Minerals and Geosciences, no casualties

Deputy Education Minister Wong Kah Woh said details regarding the matter will be finalised by the preschool coordination committee in the near future. — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa
Malaysia / 01 Feb 2024

Deputy minister: Streamlining of preschool education system only for govt-related institutions, not private sector 

On January 28, the media reported that the Bukit Aman police were investigating a video depicting a traffic officer allegedly accepting RM100 from two foreign tourists, ostensibly to settle a speeding ticket. — Screengrab from social media
Malaysia / 01 Feb 2024

British couple summons case: Ipoh court dismisses traffic cops’ remand extension, frees them on police bail

Menteri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi said that Johor is the first state to coordinate with agencies from the federal government in implementing high-impact projects. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 01 Feb 2024

Johor to ensure people’s quality of life a priority, says MB

Mayor Datuk Mohd Noorazam Osman said that the move was to control the proliferation of businesses deemed as high-risk and sensitive. — Picture by Choo Choy May
Malaysia / 01 Feb 2024

Mayor: JB City Council freezes spa, massage, reflexology licence applications; deems them high risk and sensitive

Kota Tinggi Fire and Rescue Stations operations commander, Senior Fire Officer II Mohd Syukri Mohd Yusof, said that a Fire Rescue Tender (FRT) with seven firefighters was rushed to the scene upon receiving an emergency call at 10.33am. — Picture from X/Bernama
Malaysia / 01 Feb 2024

Fire and Rescue Dept: Brother, sister die in Kota Tinggi crash

Sultan Ibrahim was sworn in as the new King of Malaysia in a ceremony steeped in tradition at Istana Negara, Kuala Lumpur, on Wednesday, January 31, 2024. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 01 Feb 2024

UAE president extends congratulations to Malaysia’s new King

The Department of Meteorology Malaysia (MetMalaysia) has issued an alert level warning of continuous rain in Sarawak and Sabah until this Sunday. ― Picture by Farhan Najib
Malaysia / 01 Feb 2024

Continuous rain warning for Sarawak, Sabah until February 4

British singer-songwriter Sheeran is scheduled to perform at the Bukit Jalil National Stadium on February 24. — Reuters pic
Malaysia / 01 Feb 2024

Say no to Ed Sheeran’s KL concert if you’re really against LGBT culture, PAS ulama council tells Putrajaya 

Minister of National Unity Datuk Aaron Ago Dagang speaks to reporters after officiating the launch of the “Mydin Kongsi Meriah” campaign in Subang Jaya February 1, 2024. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 01 Feb 2024

National unity minister: Govt, private firms to intensify collaboration for programmes fostering unity 

Kedah Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Muhammad Sanusi Md Nor today succeeded in his bid to transfer his case, involving two sedition charges, from the Selayang Sessions Court to the High Court here. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 01 Feb 2024

Kedah MB’s sedition case transferred to Shah Alam High Court

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

Sultan Ibrahim grants audience to PM Anwar at Istana Negara

His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia, and Her Majesty Raja Zarith Sofiah, Queen of Malaysia today conveyed Happy Federal Territory Day greetings. — Picture courtesy of Facebook / Sultan Ibrahim Sultan Iskandar
Malaysia / 01 Feb 2024

King, Queen convey happy FT Day greetings