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An undated file photograph shows the halal logo on product packaging in Kuala Selangor. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin
Malaysia  / 9 h ago

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

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  / 11 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  / 8 h ago

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

Jailed Former Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak is pictured at the Kuala Lumpur Court Complex, in Kuala Lumpur December 12, 2024. Picture by Firdaus Latif
Malaysia  / 5 h ago

Why speak to 1MDB chairman via Jho Low’s phone? Najib says for ‘convenience’, I was ‘using’ Jho Low for Middle East ties

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  / 10 h ago

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

Palestinian supporters celebrate news of a ceasefire with Israel in Berlin January 15, 2025. — Reuters pic
World  / 10 h ago

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

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  / 8 h ago

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

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  / 7 h ago

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

A vitamin D deficiency whilst pregnant could increase the chance of children developing multiple sclerosis (MS) in later life says a new study. - AFP Relaxnews pic
Malaysia  / 3 h ago

Man in Subang Jaya arrested for rape after teen girlfriend found pregnant

The Malaysian Meteorological Department has issued a severe continuous heavy rain warning for Telupid, Beluran, and Sandakan in Sabah, which is expected to persist until tomorrow. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 2 h ago

MetMalaysia warns of continuous heavy rain and strong winds in multiple states until tomorrow

Deputy Minister of Investment, Trade and Industry, Liew Chin Tong speaks during the Kongres Ekonomi Bumiputera 2024 in Putrajaya on 29 February 2024. — Picture by Shafwan Zaidon
Malaysia  / 5 h ago

US blockade on AI chips won’t hurt data centres in Malaysia, says Liew Chin Tong

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  / 9 h ago

Jobless woman in Selangor loses over RM2m in crypto scam

Khan was taken to a nearby hospital at around 3:30am today with six injuries, two deeper than the rest and one close to his spine. — Reuters pic
Showbiz  / 5 h ago

Bollywood star Saif Ali Khan stabbed after late-night scuffle with intruder at Mumbai home

Sin, who will be competing in the Europe Tour full season for the second time this year, expressed her desire to explore more opportunities and push herself further in the sport. — Bernama pic
Sports  / 7 h ago

Bowling queen Sin Li Jane keeps her eye on the prize after big win, says opponents’ ‘intimidating’ gaze fuels her drive

Chinese New Year menu at Fifty Tales — Picture courtesy of Fifty Tales
Eat-drink  / 5 h ago

Feast at Fifty Tales this CNY: Savour truffle Hokkien ‘char’, steamed silver pomfret, corn-fed chicken two ways, and more

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Sarawak Transport Minister Datuk Seri Lee Kim Shin (2nd right) and representatives of the Chinese group and Sarawak delegation arrive for the pre-commissioning and physical inspection and test ride of the first ART vehicle for KUTS. — The Borneo Post pic
Malaysia / 11 Sep 2024

Kuching to receive first ART hydrogen vehicles by year-end as ‘whole world is paying attention to what we’re doing’, says Sarawak minister

Malaysia’s updated Malaysia My Second Home (MM2H) visa programme has sparked a significant rise in interest among China’s affluent younger generation. — Picture courtesy of Facebook/Malaysia My 2nd Home Programme group
Malaysia / 11 Sep 2024

Wealthy Chinese youth flock to Malaysia’s MM2H scheme after requirement changes

The High Court has awarded RM2 million in damages to the widow of Vinayak Pradhan (pic), a senior lawyer and former director of the Asian International Arbitration Centre, for medical negligence. — Picture via Facebook/Asian International Arbitration Centre
Malaysia / 11 Sep 2024

Judge says radiologist showed ‘lackadaisical attitude’ as High Court awards RM2m to widow of senior lawyer in medical negligence case

Former Johor footballer, Mohamad Haizan Jaafar, 61, was announced as Perikatan Nasional's (PN) candidate for the N.29 Mahkota state by-election during a candidate announcement event at PN's main operations room in Kampung Melayu last night. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 11 Sep 2024

Former Johor footballer Mohamad Haizan Jaafar named PN candidate for Mahkota by-election

DBKL said it has reduced the hoarding area at the sinkhole incident site compared to the previous hoarding area which was 160 meters long starting from Wisma Yakin to the Jalan Masjid India police station area — By Yusof Mat Isa
Malaysia / 11 Sep 2024

DBKL declarees Jalan Masjid India safe after sinkhole tragedy, scales down hoarding area

Selangor MMEA director Maritime Captain Abdul Muhaimin Muhammad Salleh said the illegal immigrants were arrested after the Selangor maritime operations centre received information about a foreign fishing boat moving out of Sekinchan waters under suspicious circumstances. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 11 Sep 2024

MMEA intercepts boat with 35 illegal immigrants trying to flee Malaysia near Sekinchan

Sentul District Police Chief ACP Ahmad Sukarno Mohd Zahari said his department received a report from the victim’s son last Thursday informing them that he could not enter his father’s apartment unit as it was locked. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 11 Sep 2024

Son discovers father's skeletal remains in KL apartment four years after losing contact

Initially a Korean fad, you can now print out 3D figurines of your loved ones or even yourself to admire for posterity in Malaysia. — Picture via Instagram/ junseoyeongroup_malaysia
Malaysia / 11 Sep 2024

Endearing or creepy? Korea’s 3D figurine fad taking foot in Malaysia

Sabahans are now finding pleasure in Korean favourites. — Picture composite via Instagram/mukbang_my
Malaysia / 11 Sep 2024

From homegrown fried chicken to just banchan, Korean food isn't hard to find in Kota Kinabalu

Datuk Mohamad Abdul Hamid said Penang has shortened the process for halal certification from 90 working days to 30 since November 2023. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin
Malaysia / 10 Sep 2024

Penang Islamic council says three-quarters of halal certification held by companies run by non-Muslims

A drug user holds low-grade crystal meth tablets. — AFP pic
Malaysia / 10 Sep 2024

Decriminalising drug use can help save lives, redirect resources for infectious diseases, says deputy health minister

DAP Women’s Wing chief Teo Nie Ching said differences of opinion on certain issues are normal, even among partners in a coalition government. — Picture by Hari Anggara
Malaysia / 10 Sep 2024

Nie Ching: Halal cert row won’t break DAP-Umno campaigning for Mahkota poll

Kenny Loh and his winning beadwork that bagged the best innovative award for beadwork in this year’s Hasanah Gold Threads Awards. — Picture by Opalyn Mok
Malaysia / 10 Sep 2024

Penang’s very own ‘kebaya’ designer Kenny Loh wins Hasanah Gold Threads Awards for beadwork

Sabah Chief Minister Datuk Hajiji Noor expressed hope that the meeting with Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim would bring good news regarding the long-disputed 40 per cent return of revenue to the state — Bernama pic  
Malaysia / 10 Sep 2024

Sabah CM: State govt optimistic for progress on 40pc revenue claim in MA63 talks with PM Anwar

Sabah Chief Minister Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor said the state achieved a revenue collection of RM6.96 billion in 2022 and RM5.449 billion in 2021. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 10 Sep 2024

Hajiji: Sabah hits RM7b revenue, ranks 6th in Malaysia’s GDP contribution for 2023

Health Minister Datuk Seri Dzulkefly Ahmad said a new sugar-sweetened beverage (SSB) tax as part of the government’s efforts to combat non-communicable diseases . — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 10 Sep 2024

Health Minister: New sugar-sweetened beverage tax to be introduced in Budget 2025