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Perlis Mufti Datuk Mohd Asri Zainul Abidin said rejecting public caning for shariah offences does not mean opposing Islamic teachings. — Picture by Choo Choy May
Malaysia  / 16 h ago

After public caning in Terengganu, Perlis mufti says rejection of practice does not mean opposing Islam

Agriculture and Food Security Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Sabu said MS88, which has undergone 15 years of research, has a taste comparable to other premium durians such as Black Thorn. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 11 h ago

Say hello to MS88: Malaysia’s next big durian, set to rival Black Thorn

OK Lim was convicted in May 2024 for cheating and abetting forgery, part of a trade financing fraud described as one of Singapore’s most severe. — AFP pic
Singapore  / 19 h ago

Former Singapore oil tycoon OK Lim and children declared bankrupt over Hin Leong debts

A runway closure at Subang Airport due to a pothole today led to major disruptions, causing flight cancellations and diversions. — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa
Malaysia  / 9 h ago

Runway trouble at Subang Airport: Passengers face frustrating flight delays due to pothole

In the incident, Lau tripped and fell with his knees hitting the ground, his head extending beyond the edge of the platform.
Showbiz  / 12 h ago

Same day, two cities, both ‘Heavenly Kings’: First Aaron Kwok, now Andy Lau falls during concert in Hong Kong

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  / 13 h ago

AGC: Any new proposal for Najib’s house arrest must go through Pardons Board chaired by Agong

The damaged bus that got off the road on the E10 near Raftsundet, Hadsel municipality, is pictured after it's transportion to a control station in Gullesfjord on December 27, 2024. — AFP pic
Malaysia  / 16 h ago

Wisma Putra: Four Malaysians suffer minor injuries in Norway bus crash, now housed in crisis centre and restricted from contact due to probe

The police reports followed a call by an NGO for Youth and Sports Minister Hannah Yeoh to resign after the Kuala Lumpur High Court dismissed her defamation suit against former Inspector-General of Police Tan Sri Musa Hassan. — Pictures by Firdaus Latif and Devan Manuel
Malaysia  / 14 h ago

Cops: Investigation underway after seven police reports filed against Hannah Yeoh in defamation dispute against former IGP Musa Hassan

Taking to social media in the early hours of this morning, Kwok reassured his fans, explaining that he had fallen through an empty hydraulic platform after failing to spot the gap. — Picture via Instagram
Showbiz  / 17 h ago

Aaron Kwok reassures fans after falling off stage at Taipei concert

Two men robbed a jewellery store at a shopping mall in Banda Hilir yesterday afternoon. — Screengrab via CCTV footage on social media
Malaysia  / 12 h ago

Two men flee with valuables after armed robbery at Banda Hilir jewellery store, say Melaka police

MetMalaysia has issued a continuous rain warning at the alert level for several areas in Sabah until December 30. — Picture by Farhan Najib
Malaysia  / 15 h ago

MetMalaysia warns of continuous rain in Sabah, Kelantan, Terengganu and Pahang until Dec 31

Selangor Red Giants triumphed over Red Falcon AP Bren Sport in a nail-biting match, ending Malaysia's seven-year e-sports title drought. — Picture via Instagram/Esports World Cup
Malaysia  / 17 h ago

Viral in 2024: Malaysians who stole the spotlight and captured global attention (VIDEO)

This appeal follows the Kelantan government’s announcement to begin enforcing mandatory halal certification in Kota Baru, with plans to expand the initiative across the state. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin
Malaysia  / 18 h ago

Samenta calls for Kelantan govt to reconsider halal cert requirement for F&B operators

US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen expects to reach the new limit between January 14 and January 23, 2025. —- Reuters pic
Money  / 12 h ago

US debt ceiling crisis looms as Treasury warns of US$36.2t default risk by mid Jan 2025

People wait in line to purchase their Mega Millions lottery ticket from a liquor store where winning tickets have been sold on December 27, 2024 in Hawthorne, California. — AFP pic
Life  / 8 h ago

US lottery ticket sold in California strikes US$1.22b jackpot, but winner yet to claim prize 

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The High Court today dismissed a defamation suit filed by Segambut Member of Parliament Hannah Yeoh (left) against former Inspector-General of Police Tan Sri Musa Hassan (right) over remarks he made during a forum at Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) four years ago. — Pictures by Firdaus Latif and Devan Manuel
Malaysia / 23 Dec 2024

High Court dismisses Hannah Yeoh’s defamation suit against ex-IGP Musa Hassan over UiTM forum remarks, cites free speech

South-west District Police Chief ACP Sazalee Adam chats with Ikmal Hakimi Ismail (right) and Nor Hazrul Abdullahg (3rd left), who were found safe in the waters of Acheh, Indonesia yesterday and arrived in Penang by boarding a Maritime ship. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 23 Dec 2024

Penang fishermen arrive back in Malaysia, recount six-day survival at sea after boat drifted to Aceh

Bukit Mertajam MP Steven Sim visits Hilmi’s family after receiving a complaint about their plight. — Picture via Facebook/Steven Sim Chee Keong 沈志强
Malaysia / 23 Dec 2024

Bukit Mertajam MP Steven Sim steps in to help Kelantan family of seven living in car in Penang with new house and job

The male members, dressed in white T-shirts and handcuffed, arrived at 8.15am, while the female members, also handcuffed and wearing robes, arrived at 9.30am. — Screengrab from social media
Malaysia / 23 Dec 2024

At Selayang court, 22 GISBH members face organised crime charges, families barred from entry

A family of three and a friend narrowly escaped harm when a tyre detached from a trailer and struck their car on Jalan Jerantut-Maran near the Sungai Salan bridge on Friday. — Pictures via social media
Malaysia / 23 Dec 2024

Close call as family escape injuries after detached trailer tyre crashes into car on Jalan Jerantut-Maran in Pahang

An aerial view of Kota Kinabalu shows the city shrouded in a thick haze on April 4, 2016. Sabah Progressive Party reaffirms its unwavering stance on safeguarding Sabah’s political autonomy. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 23 Dec 2024

Sabah-based parties should contest all 73 seats in state polls to secure autonomy, says SAPP

Amicorp Group and its chief executive, Toine Knipping, have been accused of facilitating fraud by 1MDB. — Picture from Amicorp Group
Malaysia / 23 Dec 2024

1MDB sues Amicorp, claims corporate services provider allegedly facilitated over US$7b in fraud between 2009 and 2014

In the 1.20 am incident, the driver sustained minor facial injuries and was taken to the hospital for further treatment.
Malaysia / 23 Dec 2024

Saved from fiery death: Man escapes after car crashes into electric pole, bursts into flames in Kelantan

Perak Fire and Rescue Department assistant director (Operation) Sabarodzi Nor Ahmad, in a statement, said the body was found at 4.55am and handed over to the police for further action. — Picture from X/Bernama Radio
Malaysia / 23 Dec 2024

Perak off-duty policeman swept by strong currents drowns in canal while bathing with friends in Kampung Gajah

A handout map showing the affected roads that will be closed for the Countdown 2025 event. — Picture courtesy of Kuching police
Malaysia / 23 Dec 2024

Traffic advisory: Kuching police advise public on road closures for New Year’s Eve celebrations

Police photo shows the villagers working to free the yacht. — Picture courtesy of police
Malaysia / 23 Dec 2024

Sarawak villagers rally to free Russian yacht stranded on sandbar near Kuala Oya beach

First responders at the scene of the crash. — Screengrab from Jimmy Goh’s video via Daily Express
Malaysia / 23 Dec 2024

Fatal crash in Sabah: Woman, 58, killed in two-vehicle collision on Jalan Lintas, three others hurt 

A search-and-rescue team conducts a search along the Skrang river for the missing woman. — Picture courtesy of the Fire and Rescue Department
Malaysia / 23 Dec 2024

Sarawak Fire Dept: Search for missing elderly woman in Skrang continues into fourth day

Investigations revealed that a man recently arrested in Kelantan for selling imitation firearms operated solely through social media for security reasons. ― Reuters pic
Malaysia / 23 Dec 2024

Police arrest KL duo allegedly supplying imitation firearms in store and to online sellers

Penang mufti Assoc Prof Datuk Mohd Sukki Othman said the decision taken was in line with efforts to ensure that the welfare of asnaf in Penang, especially in the context of the state as a high investment hub and had the potential to collect a substantial sum of zakat. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin
Malaysia / 23 Dec 2024

Muslim workers, entrepreneurs in Penang must pay zakat to Zakat Pulau Pinang, says state mufti

PLUS Malaysia Berhad (PLUS) via a post on social media X using the @plustrafik account stated that the accident at 5.52pm caused all northbound lanes to be blocked and force traffic flow to come to a standstill.
Malaysia / 23 Dec 2024

Multi-vehicle accident involving tanker lorry causes 5km traffic jam from Ipoh to Menora tunnel