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Screengrab of the congestion along the Causeway from the Woodlands Checkpoint in Singapore to the Bangunan Sultan Iskandar Customs, Immigration, and Quarantine (BSI) complex in Johor Baru. — Image via trafficiti.com
Malaysia  / 4 h ago

Causeway gridlock: Hours-long jam stretches from Woodlands into Johor Baru, expected to last till midnight

Rescue workers take part in a salvage operation at the site where an aircraft crashed after it went off the runway at Muan International Airport, in Muan, South Korea, December 29, 2024. — Reuters pic
World  / 9 h ago

Jeju Air says it ‘sincerely apologises’ after fatal S. Korea plane crash at Muan airport

The tail section of a Jeju Air Boeing 737-800 series aircraft is seen beside rescue personnel after the plane crashed and burst into flames at Muan International Airport in South Jeolla Province, some 288km southwest of Seoul on December 29, 2024. — AFP pic
World  / 10 h ago

Fatalities rising in Jeju Air plane crash in South Korea airport runway; officials suspect landing gear failure due to bird strike (VIDEO)

A life jacket hangs on fencing next to the wreckage of an aircraft that crashed after it went off the runway at Muan International Airport, in Muan, South Korea, December 29, 2024. — Reuters pic
World  / 8 h ago

Yonhap: 179 aboard Jeju Air plane feared dead after crash at South Korean airport, two survive

PAS secretary-general, Datuk Seri Takiyuddin Hassan, today announced the party’s intention to take legal action against Housing and Local Government Minister Nga Kor Ming, for spreading baseless accusations and malicious defamation. — Picture by Shafwan Zaidon
Malaysia  / 6 h ago

PAS vows legal action over Christmas remarks, demands accountability from Nga Kor Ming for ‘spreading falsehoods’

Express buses are seen at the Terminal Bandar Tasik Selatan (TBS) in Kuala Lumpur. Malaysia is facing a severe labour supply to meet the two-driver policy for long-haul buses. — File picture by Hari Anggara
Malaysia  / 15 h ago

Bus driver shortage: Malaysia isn’t the only country in a pickle — here’s how others tackle the issue

Housing and Local Government Minister Nga Kor Ming has reaffirmed his commitment to fostering racial and religious harmony following criticism of his ministry’s Christmas celebration and the announcement of legal action by PAS over his remarks. — Picture via X/Nga Kor Ming
Malaysia  / 7 h ago

‘I am a minister for all Malaysians’: Nga Kor Ming vows to protect diversity, calls for unity as PAS announces legal action over Christmas remarks

Fish head curry at Restoran Ah Lyes Curry Fish Head with stingray, an unusual but delicious choice of fish — Picture by Ethan Lau
Eat-drink  / 11 h ago

Stingray curry anyone? Find old-school comfort at Restoran Ah Lyes Curry Fish Head in SS19 Subang Jaya 

The actress, known as Che Ta, was previously targeted in a raid by MARA officers, lawyers, and court representatives on December 10, following claims of a failure to repay a loan close to RM1 million. — Picture via Instagram/Rozita Che Wan
Malaysia  / 4 h ago

Actress Rozita Che Wan settles RM550,000 of MARA debt, buys time until March

Malaysia’s gig economy has continued its upward trajectory in 2024, with the number of own-account workers, including gig workers, surpassing three million as of September. — Picture by Firdaus Latif
Malaysia  / 11 h ago

Malaysia’s gig economy surpasses three million workers in 2024, spurring calls for better worker safeguards, protections

The new policy is part of Thailand’s efforts to update its tax system and meet the requirements to join the Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD). — AFP pic
Money  / 15 h ago

Thailand to impose 15pc corporate tax for MNCs from Jan 1; affects those with annual revenue over US$782m

The iconic cat statue in Padungan here has sparked controversy after being dressed up for the upcoming Chinese New Year 2025 celebrations shortly after Christmas. — The Borneo Post pic
Malaysia  / 12 h ago

Controversy erupts over early CNY makeover of Kuching’s iconic cat statue right after Christmas

Burnley FC captain Josh Brownhill has clarified he is English and not Malaysian as speculated. — Picture from Instagram/joshbrownhill_
Sports  / 11 h ago

Burnley captain Josh Brownhill shuts down Malaysian nationality rumours

Johor Unity Ambassador Lim San Shien has been named the latest National Malay Language Icon by Dewan Bahasa dan Pustaka. — Bernama pic
Life  / 10 h ago

Lim San Shien recognised as National Malay Language Icon for commitment to language and heritage

Relatives of passengers of the aircraft that crashed after it went off the runway, react at Muan International Airport, in Muan, South Korea, December 29, 2024. — Reuters pic
World  / 2 h ago

‘Should I leave a will?’: Final message from doomed Jeju Air flight reveals passenger’s final moments 

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Institutional Reform) M Kulasegaran speaks during the Minister's Question Time in Parliament on Dec 9, 2024. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 09 Dec 2024

Deputy minister: Putrajaya aiming to separate AG’s roles ‘at the very least’ next year

The Court of Appeal has scheduled Syed Saddiq Abdul Rahman’s appeal hearing against his conviction and sentence for corruption on March 19 and 20, 2024. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin
Malaysia / 09 Dec 2024

Syed Saddiq’s legal battle continues as court sets March 19 next year for hearing for corruption case appeal 

Former prime minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak is pictured at the Kuala Lumpur Court Complex on December 6, 2024. — Picture by Firdaus Latif
Malaysia / 09 Dec 2024

In 1MDB trial, Najib claims former US AG Loretta Lynch set out to ‘literally to lynch me’

Sultan Abdul Halim Airport (LTSAH) in Alor Setar, Kedah has resumed operations today after being closed for 10 days due to severe flooding. — Picture via X/Malaysia Airports
Malaysia / 09 Dec 2024

Flights resume at Sultan Abdul Halim Airport in Kedah as operations restart following 10-day closure due to floods

Rain clouds are seen over the city centre in Kuala Lumpur, on Dec 8, 2024. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 09 Dec 2024

Pahang, Kelantan, Perlis, Perak, Terengganu, Johor warned to brace for extreme rain

A file photograph shows Johor police chief Datuk M Kumar speaking at a press conference in Johor Baru on May 12, 2024. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 09 Dec 2024

Cops nab 161 foreign women in Johor Baru vice, prostitution crackdown

Vehicles pictured travelling from Singapore to Malaysia via the Sultan Iskandar Building, November 9, 2022. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 09 Dec 2024

BSI autogates at Malaysia-Singapore border restored after major glitch stranded thousands, crowds now easing

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim greets Brunei Crown Prince Pengiran Muda Mahkota Al-Muhtadee Billah Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah in Putrajaya, on Dec 8, 2024. — Picture from Facebook/Anwar Ibrahim
Malaysia / 09 Dec 2024

PM Anwar: Malaysia, Brunei keen to further build up ties

A flood victim inspects items damaged by floods after returning home in Alor Setar, on Dec 8, 2024. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 09 Dec 2024

Flood victim numbers continue steady decline ahead of monsoon surge

A 17-year-old girl has alleged that she endured two years of rape by the caretaker of a charity home, leading to her pregnancy and the birth of a child in 2022. — Picture by Ahmad Zamzahuri
Malaysia / 09 Dec 2024

Johor police: Teen alleges rape by charity home caretaker in Kulai since she was 13, leading to pregnancy, claims baby was sold

An illustrative photo shows the Fire and Rescue Department (Bomba) logo. — Picture by Devan Manuel
Malaysia / 09 Dec 2024

Two restaurants razed on Langkawi’s Pantai Chenang road

The proposed National Care Economy Policy and quotas for the Quran and Fardu Ain (KAFA) teachers, are among the focus of the Dewan Rakyat sitting, today. ― Bernama pic
Malaysia / 09 Dec 2024

In Dewan Rakyat today: Care economy policy, Kafa teacher quota, AG reforms and South Korea trade on agenda

Last weeks, media groups in Malaysia marched from Bukit Tugu to Parliament to hand over a memorandum to Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa
Malaysia / 09 Dec 2024

What got Malaysian press, civil groups so concerned? A look at Putrajaya’s proposed changes to media laws

Syrians in Malaysia came together to celebrate the end of decades of Assad family rule at the Syrian Embassy in Kuala Lumpur. — Video screenshots via X/@flowrsun_iraqi
Malaysia / 08 Dec 2024

Syrians in Malaysia celebrate end of Assad regime by changing to rebel flag at embassy, sharing food and prayers; Jalur Gemilang flown at Aleppo Citadel (VIDEO)

People hold the Syrian opposition flag as they celebrate in Damascus, after Syrian rebels said today that they have ended Bashar al-Assad's 24-year authoritarian rule, in their first announcement on state television following a lightning offensive that took the world by surprise, Syria December 8, 2024. — Reuters pic
Malaysia / 08 Dec 2024

Wisma Putra: Govt monitors safety of 42 Malaysians in Syria, ensures consular support

Heavy afternoon rains caused a flash flood in Malaysia’s federal administration capital on December 8, 2024, which receded about an hour later. — Screencap from Facebook video/Faizan Dasuki
Malaysia / 08 Dec 2024

One-hour rainfall floods Putrajaya, submerges cars; waters go down after Bomba clears drains (VIDEO)