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An undated file photograph shows Johor police chief Datuk M Kumar at a press conference in Johor Baru. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 7 h ago

Singaporean and Malaysian who hit JB policemen arrested after 70km car chase

JPJ senior enforcement director Muhammad Kifli Ma Hassan said the dubious approval of an unsafe vehicle was only found at the Wangsa Maju Puspakom so far. — File picture by Hari Anggara
Malaysia  / 9 h ago

JPJ investigates Wangsa Maju Puspakom staff for passing unsafe vehicle, might involve MACC 

MRT Corp chief executive officer Datuk Mohd Zarif Hashim gives a brief on the Mutiara Line LRT alignment in George Town, Penang on May 4, 2024. — Bernama file pic
Malaysia  / 10 h ago

Groundwork for Penang’s first LRT, Mutiara Line, starts this month; PM Anwar to attend ceremony Jan 11

Fireworks illuminate the night sky during the new year’s countdown on January 01, 2025 in Putrajaya. A Muslim businessman in Melaka, detained for “cohabitation” with a woman who wasn’t his wife at a hotel, said her was too tired to go home as the reason he was with a Thai masseuse in a hotel room. — Picture by Raymond Manuel
Malaysia  / 2 h ago

Married man claims NYE fireworks left him ‘too tired’ to go home, so spent night at Melaka hotel with Thai masseuse

Baby Shima lodged a report at the Sibu Police Station accompanied by Tourism, Arts and Culture Minister Datuk Seri Tiong King Sing. — Picture via Facebook/Baby Shima
Showbiz  / 8 h ago

Kuching truck driver nabbed for sending death threats to singer Baby Shima on social media

Lawyer Mohamed Haniff Khatri Abdulla said he has been a heavy smoker since 1986 when he was 21, adding that he goes through three packs of cigarettes a day. — File picture by Ahmad Zamzahuri
Malaysia  / 5 h ago

Self-confessed hardcore smoker lawyer sues govt for right to puff away inside his law firm

Mourning relatives bow at the site where a Jeju Air Boeing 737-800 aircraft crashed and burst into flames at Muan International Airport. — AFP
World  / 7 h ago

South Korea says initial data extracted from Jeju Air crash black box voice recorder

Malaysians enjoying the evening out at Bukit Bintang, Kuala Lumpur. September 12, 2024 — Picture by Raymond Manuel
Malaysia  / 8 h ago

M50, not M40? Why those sandwiched between the haves and have-nots aren't actually the middle-class in Malaysia

The Telegram Messenger logo is displayed on a tablet in this illustrative photograph. — AFP pic
Malaysia  / 10 h ago

Malaysia’s social media licensing takes effect today

Jagdeep Singh Deo lost his non-executive director position in the parent company of Penang Water Supply Corporation as he had missed more than 50 per cent of board meetings during the financial year, which is a Bursa Malaysia rule. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin
Malaysia  / 9 h ago

Penang deputy CM Jagdeep no longer a director at parent of state water company after missing too many meetings

The man was subsequently arrested for voluntarily causing hurt, with enhanced penalties applied due to the victim’s age. — Pixabay pic
Singapore  / 10 h ago

Man, 38, arrested in Singapore after allegedly slapping six-year-old in playground dispute

Silhouettes of mobile device users are seen next to a screen projection of YouTube logo in this picture illustration taken March 28, 2018. — Reuters pic
Malaysia  / 6 h ago

MCMC: WeChat and TikTok now licensed, Google and X yet to apply

An undated file photograph shows the logo of the Islamic Development Department of Malaysia (Jakim). — Picture by Shafwan Zaidon
Malaysia  / 10 h ago

Malaysia brands Ahmadi Religion of Peace movement as deviant

With 2024 coming to an end, there are still a series of high-profile court cases that have yet seen closure. — Picture from Pexels.com
Malaysia  / 12 h ago

From Najib’s royal ‘addendum’ appeal to Kedah MB’s sedition trial for former Agong remark: Major Malaysian court cases to watch in 2025

Terengganu Road Transport Department officers conduct inspections at the Sultan Mahmud Bridge in Kuala Terengganu, Terengganu, on Jan 1, 2025. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 4 h ago

Agencies screen over 12,000 vehicles in joint NYE ops across Malaysia

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His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, the King of Malaysia, warned the National Defence University of Malaysia (UPNM) to stop associating his name with the higher learning institution if the culture of bullying and abuse continues. — Picture courtesy of Royal Press Office
Malaysia / 03 Dec 2024

Sultan Ibrahim warns UPNM to stop linking his name with the university if bullying culture continues 

Flood evacuees from Tumpat at the Maktab Rendah Sains Mara (MRSM) Tumpat temporary evacuation centre, December 1, 2024. In Kelantan, the number dropped to 57,790 people at 164 relief centres (PPS) this morning, from 62,507 people last night. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 03 Dec 2024

Number of flood victims drop to 94,636 across eight states this morning; Kelantan still worst affected

The Prime Minister also urged the private sector to join in and foster a spirit of unity by participating in aid missions to assist those in need and affected by the floods. — File pic by Firdaus Latif
Malaysia / 03 Dec 2024

PM Anwar lauds frontline heroes, calls on private sector to assist nearly 100,000 victims

Penang High Court Judge Datuk Quay Chew Soon said Penang Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow, as the plaintiff, has successfully proven his case for defamation against the defendant, Tan Sri Tan Kok Ping. — Picture by Opalyn Mok
Malaysia / 03 Dec 2024

Penang High Court awards RM400,000 to CM Kon Yeow in his defamation suit against tycoon Tan Kok Ping

The ministry said in a parliamentary written reply yesterday that the sum involved 3.86 million or 29.4 per cent of EPF members below 55, as at September 30, 2024. — Reuters pic
Malaysia / 03 Dec 2024

Finance Ministry: RM10.78b withdrawn from EPF Account 3 as at Sept 30

The statement also said that based on analysis of weather models, the concentration of wind is expected to occur in Kelantan and Terengganu from Tuesday evening (December 3) until the early morning of Wednesday (December 4). — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 03 Dec 2024

Get ready for more rain: Monsoon surge from Dec 8-14 in eastern part of peninsula, says MetMalaysia

MRCS is also working closely with government agencies, local authorities and communities to ensure aid reaches those most in need, especially vulnerable groups such as children, the elderly and people with disabilities. — File pic via Bernama
Malaysia / 03 Dec 2024

Malaysian Red Crescent deploys 400 volunteers for flood relief, activates emergency fund to aid victims

Previously, an online portal reported that an anonymous tip-off had prompted an investigation into allegations that a top BAM official received additional allowances without board approval, potentially breaching anti-corruption laws. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 03 Dec 2024

Alleged misuse of funds: BAM confirms MACC paid a visit last week to request information

Deputy Human Resource Minister Datuk Seri Abdul Rahman Mohamad, when winding up the debate on the bill in the Dewan Negara yesterday, said the extension aligns with the International Labour Organisation’s Convention, which recommended a minimum of 14 weeks of maternity leave. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 03 Dec 2024

Sabah maternity leave Bill: Contract workers to get 98 days’ leave, paternity leave also introduced

Kedah Fire and Rescue Department personnel during a search and rescue operation for the drowning victim.
Malaysia / 03 Dec 2024

Tragedy in Kedah: Son watches in horror as dad is swept away by strong river currents during fishing trip

The police have recorded the statements of 34 individuals to facilitate investigations into the death of a Universiti Teknologi Mara (UiTM) reserve officer training unit (Palapes) student. — Picture from https://palapes.uitm.edu.my/
Malaysia / 03 Dec 2024

UiTM Palapes trainee death: Police probe widens with statements from 34, including coaching and medical officers

The charge, framed under Section 302 of the Penal Code read with Section 34, provides for the death penalty or imprisonment of 30 to 40 years and up to 12 strokes of the cane, upon conviction. — Bernama file pic
Malaysia / 03 Dec 2024

Lahad Datu vocational college murder case: Witness recounts dorm assault by 10 accused while victim was lying down

In Kelantan, as of 8pm last night, the number of flood victims continued to decline to 62,507 individuals from 19,482 families housed in 169 PPS, compared to 71,004 victims in the afternoon. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 03 Dec 2024

Flood evacuees dip below 100,000 as of last night, Kelantan struggles with highest displacement

Deputy Works Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Maslan showing the road around Tumpat, Kelantan, rendered impassable due to flood damage, December 2, 2024. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 03 Dec 2024

Repair of road from Tumpat to Pengkalan Kubor damaged by floods to be done immediately, says deputy minister

According to the Order Paper, Datuk Mumtaz Md Nawi (PN-Tumpat) is set to ask the prime minister whether the DRR will be expedited to enable all mega flood mitigation facilities, including the East Coast Expressway 3 (LPT3), to be accelerated in light of the extraordinary floods currently affecting the nation and with more waves expected. This question will be raised during the Minister’s Question Time. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 03 Dec 2024

In Dewan Rakyat today: National disaster risk reduction policy, rise in unlicensed moneylending and Kampung Baru issue among highlights

Solar panels installed on Abdul Wahid’s home, completed in a single day, with approval from TNB taking a few months. He tracks the panels’ cleanliness and efficiency using a mobile app. — Picture via Facebook/Abdul Wahid Ibrahim
Malaysia / 03 Dec 2024

How Malaysians are cutting electricity costs with solar energy for long-term savings, sustainability as prices drop and govt incentives grow