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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  / 7 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

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

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 

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  / 13 h ago

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

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  / 3 h ago

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

Burnley FC captain Josh Brownhill has clarified he is English and not Malaysian as speculated. — Picture from Instagram/joshbrownhill_
Sports  / 12 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  / 11 h ago

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

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Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim visits exhibition booths after officiating the Penang International Halal Expo (PIHEX) 2024 at the Gravitas parking site. Dec 7, 2024. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 07 Dec 2024

Halal industry in Malaysia needs to go beyond certification, PM Anwar suggests

Parti Solidariti Tanah Airku (STAR) president Datuk Seri Jeffrey Kitingan has criticised an Umno Youth leader for urging Sabah Chief Minister Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor to resign. — Picture by Firdaus Latif
Malaysia / 07 Dec 2024

Jeffrey Kitingan slams Umno youth leader for calling Sabah CM to resign

Malaysian Armed Forces personnel provide medical treatment to flood victims at a temporary evacuation centre in Rantau Panjang, Kelantan, on Dec 6, 2024. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 07 Dec 2024

MOH urges vigilance after finding 10,272 cases of flood-linked diseases

Health Minister Datuk Seri Dzulkefly Ahmad visits flood victims at a temporary evacuation centre in the Mara Junior Science College in Tumpat, Kelantan, on Dec 7, 2024. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 07 Dec 2024

Health minister vows thorough probe on MO’s alleged assault on Perak doctor

His Royal Highness Tunku Ismail, the Regent of Johor, attends the 24th UTHM Convocation Ceremony at the Sultan Ibrahim Hall, UTHM on Dec 7, 2024. — Picture courtesy of the Johor Royal Press Office
Malaysia / 07 Dec 2024

TMJ says UTHM’s Johor Business School will drive state to greater heights

The Sultan of Perak, Sultan Nazrin Shah, and the Raja Permaisuri of Perak, Tuanku Zara Salim, visited exhibition booths after officiating the Hospital Fatimah Golden Jubilee Celebration at the hospital today.Also present were Perak Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Saarani Mohamad (second right) and Hospital Fatimah Board Chairman Datuk Michael Cheah (left). — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 07 Dec 2024

Sultan Nazrin, Tuanku Zara grace Hospital Fatimah’s golden jubilee celebration in Ipoh

Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi speaks to the media after launching Barisan Nasional’s flood aid programme in Kuala Lumpur on Dec 07, 2024. — Picture by Raymond Manuel
Malaysia / 07 Dec 2024

DPM Zahid: Pahang, Johor set to be hit hard in second flood wave from tomorrow

Teachers of Sekolah Kebangsaan Lengkuas in Alor Setar clean chairs after the school was affected by recent floods. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 07 Dec 2024

Fama launches Ihsan Madani sales to aid flood victims with discounted essentials

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim today officiated the launch of the MADANI Cheapest Sale Programme at Jalan Kampung Masjid Timah, Permatang Pauh. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 07 Dec 2024

PM Anwar: India agrees to lower rice prices after Malaysia’s successful negotiations

Rapper Zamaera alleged a Subang Jaya City Council (MBSJ) enforcer recorded her without consent while she was getting a massage on Wednesday. — Picture via X/Zamaeraaa
Malaysia / 07 Dec 2024

Cops start obstruction probe against rapper Zamaera who claimed MBSJ man recorded her nude (VIDEO)

An undated illustrative photo shows people restrained with handcuffs. —Picture By Raymond Manuel
Malaysia / 07 Dec 2024

Caretaker arrested for raping teen ward at Kulai orphanage for years

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim stressed the importance of synergy between universities, industry players and the private sector, especially in developing the semiconductor industry as well as the related ecosystems. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 07 Dec 2024

PM Anwar urges northern universities to boost ties with industry for semiconductor growth

A file photograph shows Sabah Finance Minister Datuk Seri Masidi Manjun at the state assembly on Nov 15, 2024. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 07 Dec 2024

PM Anwar meets Sabah chief minister amid corruption claims

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim (third from right) visits an exhibition booth during the launch of Silicon Design @5km+ today. Also present was Penang Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow.
Malaysia / 07 Dec 2024

PM Anwar announces RM50m for Penang Silicon Design initiative

A file photograph shows Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil speaking in Dewan Rakyat on Dec 5, 2024. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 07 Dec 2024

Fahmi: CMA amendments protect free speech, not restrict it

Residents of Kampung Simpangan travel by boat to attend Friday prayers at Masjid Mukim Simpangan amid flooding in Kelantan during a survey yesterday. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 07 Dec 2024

Improved weather brings relief as flood evacuee numbers fall in six states