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A screen capture shows the offending sandwich sold through some KK Mart stores. — Picture from Facebook/Dr Akmal Saleh
Malaysia  / 17 h ago

Supplier confirms chicken ham in Shake and Bake sandwiches certified halal

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  / 15 h ago

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

LUAS said the pink discharge was detected around 6.40pm January 14, 2025 and tracing the final discharge point to a factory in the Beranang industrial area, which feeds into the Beranang and Semenyih rivers. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 17 h ago

Not spilt ‘air bandung’: Selangor water authority issues yellow alert after Sg Kabul turns pink, confirms supply unaffected for now

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  / 4 h ago

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

After being shown the transcripts of two audio recordings of alleged phone conversations between Datuk Seri Najib Razak and the then crown prince Sheikh Mohamed Zayed Al-Nahyan in 2016, Najib agreed that he did make a ‘personal request’ in the second phone conversation regarding Riza Aziz. — Picture by Firdaus Latif
Malaysia  / 17 h ago

Najib admits asking UAE crown prince to help clear moviemaker stepson Riza Aziz of 1MDB money claims

When asked if Jho Low had made any proposals, former chief executive officer of 1Malaysia Development Berhad (1MDB) Arul Kanda Kandasamy said there was one in particular that involved an investment on Al Maryah Island, a financial district in Abu Dhabi. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 17 h ago

Former CEO Arul Kanda says he met Jho Low in Abu Dhabi four years prior to joining 1MDB

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  / 14 h ago

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

Negeri Sembilan Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Aminuddin Harun said the state will explore mining if there really is gold in Lenggong as claimed. — Pixabay pic
Malaysia  / 17 h ago

Gold rush in Lenggeng after Gemas? Negeri Sembilan authorities investigate claims of discovery

An undated file photograph shows the halal logo on product packaging in Kuala Selangor. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin
Malaysia  / 2 h ago

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

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  / 15 h ago

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

In addition to his four-week jail sentence, Tanayogaraj Nagaraji, 40, was fined S$2. — Reuters pic
Singapore  / 18 h ago

S$29 dorm bribe lands Malaysian supervisor in jail for four weeks in Singapore

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  / 16 h ago

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

The lorry driver, 73, and his Bangladeshi assistant aged 44, died at the scene of the crash atKM 226.5 northbound on the PLUS Highway Senawang–Ayer Keroh on January 15, 2025. — Picture from Facebook/INFO-INFO SEMASA,Kemalangan,Bencana,Jenayah di Pahang & Luar Pahang V.2
Malaysia  / 18 h ago

Four-vehicle crash on NSE near Senawang claims lives of lorry driver, assistant, and college student; five others severely injured

Palestinian supporters celebrate news of a ceasefire with Israel in Berlin January 15, 2025. — Reuters pic
World  / 2 h ago

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

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  / 14 h ago

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

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The abstract piece, titled ‘Untitled (Yellow and Blue)’, is valued between US$30 million (RM126 million) and US$45 million, according to artnet news. — Picture from Instagram/Sotheby’s
Malaysia / 23 Sep 2024

Jho Low’s former Rothko masterpiece worth US$45m set for blockbuster Sotheby’s auction in Hong Kong

Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Rural and Regional Development, Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi (left), during a press conference at an engagement session between 66 government-linked companies (GLCs) and private companies with 12 ministries related to technical and vocational education and training (TVET). September 23, 2024. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 23 Sep 2024

Putrajaya gets some GLCs, private firms to offer TVET grads ‘premium’ salaries above minimum wage

Mohd Shahril Shaffie was found guilty of committing physical sexual assault on the boy by holding the victim’s private part between 12.15pm and 12.45pm on November 22, 2018, at his (accused) home in Subang Bestari, Shah Alam. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 23 Sep 2024

Appellate court upholds nine-year jail sentence, whipping on former primary school teacher charged with physical sexual assault of male student, 10

Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Religious Affairs) Senator Datuk Mohd Na’im Mokhtar speaks to reporters reporters at the Student Academic Excellence Awards Ceremony and Quran Memorisation Incentive Presentation 2024 at the Federal Territory Mosque today. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 23 Sep 2024

Conference of Rulers to decide on any fatwa against GISBH next month after muftis meeting this week, minister Na’im says

EC secretary Datuk Ikmalrudin Ishak said the DPT BLN8/2024, which was verified and gazetted today, contained the names of 41,498 citizens aged 18 and above who were automatically registered as new voters between August 1 and August 30. — Picture by Hari Anggara
Malaysia / 23 Sep 2024

EC: Supplementary electoral roll for Aug 2024 now open for review until Oct 22 

Election Commission officials making final preparations for the early voting process at the polling centre for the Mahkota State Legislative Assembly by-election, as observed at the Zamrud Peacekeepers Hall, Police Housing Complex, Kluang District Police Headquarters (IPD), September 23, 2024. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 23 Sep 2024

Mahkota polls: Early voting tomorrow for 4,510 military personnel, 401 cops 

National People's Power (NPP) party's presidential candidate Anura Kumara Dissanayaka, arrives at the Election Commission office in Colombo September 22, 2024, after his victory at Sri Lanka's presidential election. — AFP pic
Malaysia / 23 Sep 2024

PM Anwar congratulates Sri Lanka’s new president, vows to strengthen bilateral ties

The Kuala Lumpur City Hall’s KL Command and Control Centre (KLCCC), had confirmed a burst pipe incident near the Raja Chulan MRT station, following a video that surfaced earlier showing an inundated road. — Picture courtesy of DBKL KLCCC
Malaysia / 23 Sep 2024

New sinkhole at Jalan Sultan Ismail? Nope, just a burst pipe, says DBKL (VIDEO)

The inmate was arrested by prison officers at 11am at the Kuantan Rapid Bus Terminal in Pahang, following an extensive search operation supported by public tip-offs. The inmate has since been handed over to the Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) for further investigation. — Picture by Raymond Manuel
Malaysia / 23 Sep 2024

Prisoner who escaped from Sungai Buloh Hospital recaptured at Kuantan bus terminal

The applicants are seeking a court order to quash the decision to withhold RM500,000 from a total of RM1.7 million that was supposed to be directly channelled to the bank account of the Muar Parliamentary Service Centre for welfare, community well-being, and disaster relief programmes. — File picture by Sayuti Zainudin
Malaysia / 23 Sep 2024

High Court sets Nov 18 for ruling on Syed Saddiq’s bid for judicial review of RM730,300 unpaid allocations for Muar constituency 

Penang Water Supply Corporation (PBAPP) chief executive officer Datuk K. Pathmanathan, said that as of today, the effective capacity of the Air Itam Dam stands at 58.3 per cent, while the Teluk Bahang Dam (pic) is at 31.3 per cent. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin
Malaysia / 23 Sep 2024

Not out of the woods yet: Water levels up at Air Itam, Teluk Bahang dams but ‘still not safe’; Penang water firm urges residents to conserve

A file photograph shows Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob at the Parliament building on January 20, 2022. ― Bernama pic
Malaysia / 23 Sep 2024

Ismail Sabri wants to let Dewan Bahasa punish property developers over foreign project names

A total of 19 individuals, including the CEO of Global Ikhwan Services and Business Holdings (GISBH) and his wife, were brought to the Shah Alam Magistrate’s Court to obtain a seven-day remand order. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 23 Sep 2024

G25: If Jakim already knew about GISBH since 2019, why did it take five years for cops to shut them down?

Minister of Education Fadhlina Sidek said her ministry is focusing on the new 2027 school curriculum approach and is in the process of drafting a new education development plan. — Picture by Miera Zulyana
Malaysia / 23 Sep 2024

‘Our kids aren’t lab rats’: Education minister says UPSR, PT3 will remain abolished as restoring them no trivial matter

Foreign Minister, Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan in a meeting with Palestinian Prime Minister Mohammad Mustafa, held on the sidelines of the 79th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) 2024 in New York, September 22, 2024. — Picture from X/Wisma Putra
Malaysia / 23 Sep 2024

Malaysia stands firm for Palestine: Foreign Ministry reiterates support and backs UN resolutions

Pahang police chief Datuk Seri Yahaya Othman said the 65-year-old man became interested in a stock investment scheme after receiving an advertisement via WhatsApp from an unknown number in early September. — Picture from pexels.com
Malaysia / 23 Sep 2024

Pahang contractor scammed out of nearly RM500,000 in non-existent investment scheme via WhatsApp ad