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The lithium-ion battery powering your sleek new electric vehicles (EV) and hybrid cars may last eight to 10 years, but what happens after that? — Shutterstock pic/Sergii Chernov

Malaysia / 4 h ago

By 2050, 870,000 EV batteries will need recycling: How is Malaysia tackling the challenge?

The state government may implement new regulations to enhance the safety of Mount Kinabalu climbers. — The Borneo Post pic

Malaysia / 15 h ago

Climbing Kinabalu? Age could be a factor now, says state govt after latest tragic incident

Sudan produces around 80 per cent of the world’s gum arabic, a natural substance harvested from acacia trees. — Reuters pic

Money / 14 h ago

Here’s a look at how one key ingredient in Coca-Cola, M&M’s is smuggled from war-torn Sudan

Police have recorded statements from 21 individuals, including two policemen suspected of stealing RM300,000 in Bukit Jalil recently. — Picture by Choo Choy May

Malaysia / 16 h ago

Two police officers involved in RM300,000 theft in Bukit Jalil reassigned

The United States has provided US$65.9 billion in military support to Ukraine since Russia’s February 2022 invasion but further contributions hang in the balance after Donald Trump ordered a pause Monday on aid to Kyiv. — AFP pic

World / 14 h ago

US aid to Ukraine: How US$65.9b was spent and what comes next

Former Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob will be at the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) headquarters tomorrow to assist in an investigation into a corruption and money laundering case. — Picture by Firdaus Latif

Malaysia / 14 h ago

Ismail Sabri to give statement at MACC tomorrow for corruption investigation, says Azam Baki

Jakim reminded all parties to be mindful of religious sensitivities in their actions and speech. — Picture by Malay Mail

Malaysia / 18 h ago

Mocking other religions is against Islam, Jakim warns as Era FM hosts taken off-air over Thaipusam clip

Accused Mohamad Haidar Abdullah (left, in green parka) and N. Klement Raj being escorted by policemen in the Johor Baru courthouse. Both later claimed trial to joint and separate charges for gang robbery, possession of firearms and imitation weapons at the Sessions Court today. — Picture by Ben Tan

Malaysia / 19 h ago

Datuk’s son among three charged with gang robbery, firearms offences in Johor

IGP Tan Sri Razarudin Husain said iinvestigation are under Section 298 of the Penal Code for acts that cause disharmony, disunity, or feelings of enmity, hatred, or ill-will on religious grounds, as well as Section 233 of the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998 for the improper use of network facilities or services. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 14 h ago

IGP confirms radio hosts under criminal investigation for allegedly mocking Hinduism, six complaints filed

Selangor police chief Datuk Hussein Omar Khan (right) said investigations has not discounted criminal elements even though the case has been classified as sudden death for now. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 15 h ago

Selangor police say Japanese in fatal fall at Subang Jaya condo is wife of local influencer Ridzokumura, investigation ongoing

Judge Datin M. Kunasundary handed down the sentence on the 36-year-old woman, who has two children, after finding that the defence had failed to raise reasonable doubts at the end of the defence case. — Reuters pic

Malaysia / 19 h ago

Single mother sentenced to 10 years for sexually assaulting neighbour’s 13-year-old daughter

A Thai court on Tuesday accepted a class-action lawsuit filed by hundreds of fishermen seeking US$73 million in damages from an agribusiness giant over invasive blackchin tilapia, a representative of the Thai lawyers’ council said. — AFP

World / 17 h ago

Thai court takes on US$73m lawsuit against conglomerate CP, owned by Thailand’s second richest family, over invasive fish crisis

In Malaysia, the Tamil community has the opportunity to learn the language from preschool through postgraduate levels. — Picture by Farhan Najib

What You Think / 14 h ago

Making Tamil language mandatory entry requirement for Indian students — Velan Kunjuraman

A Malaysiakini reporter was brought to the Magistrate's Court in Putrajaya for remand over an alleged bribery case. March 1, 2025. — Picture courtesy of MACC

Malaysia / 18 h ago

Malaysiakini journalist freed after four-day remand by MACC over bribery allegation

The word ‘Vel” in Tamil, refers to the spear of the Hindu deity Lord Murugan (pictured above), and devotees often chant it to express their devotion and prayers. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 16 h ago

PM calls for tact on religious matters after Astro suspends staff over Thaipusam remarks

The lithium-ion battery powering your sleek new electric vehicles (EV) and hybrid cars may last eight to 10 years, but what happens after that? — Shutterstock pic/Sergii Chernov

Malaysia / 4 h ago

By 2050, 870,000 EV batteries will need recycling: How is Malaysia tackling the challenge?

The state government may implement new regulations to enhance the safety of Mount Kinabalu climbers. — The Borneo Post pic

Malaysia / 15 h ago

Climbing Kinabalu? Age could be a factor now, says state govt after latest tragic incident

Sudan produces around 80 per cent of the world’s gum arabic, a natural substance harvested from acacia trees. — Reuters pic

Money / 14 h ago

Here’s a look at how one key ingredient in Coca-Cola, M&M’s is smuggled from war-torn Sudan

Police have recorded statements from 21 individuals, including two policemen suspected of stealing RM300,000 in Bukit Jalil recently. — Picture by Choo Choy May

Malaysia / 16 h ago

Two police officers involved in RM300,000 theft in Bukit Jalil reassigned

The United States has provided US$65.9 billion in military support to Ukraine since Russia’s February 2022 invasion but further contributions hang in the balance after Donald Trump ordered a pause Monday on aid to Kyiv. — AFP pic

World / 14 h ago

US aid to Ukraine: How US$65.9b was spent and what comes next

Former Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob will be at the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) headquarters tomorrow to assist in an investigation into a corruption and money laundering case. — Picture by Firdaus Latif

Malaysia / 14 h ago

Ismail Sabri to give statement at MACC tomorrow for corruption investigation, says Azam Baki

Jakim reminded all parties to be mindful of religious sensitivities in their actions and speech. — Picture by Malay Mail

Malaysia / 18 h ago

Mocking other religions is against Islam, Jakim warns as Era FM hosts taken off-air over Thaipusam clip

Accused Mohamad Haidar Abdullah (left, in green parka) and N. Klement Raj being escorted by policemen in the Johor Baru courthouse. Both later claimed trial to joint and separate charges for gang robbery, possession of firearms and imitation weapons at the Sessions Court today. — Picture by Ben Tan

Malaysia / 19 h ago

Datuk’s son among three charged with gang robbery, firearms offences in Johor

IGP Tan Sri Razarudin Husain said iinvestigation are under Section 298 of the Penal Code for acts that cause disharmony, disunity, or feelings of enmity, hatred, or ill-will on religious grounds, as well as Section 233 of the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998 for the improper use of network facilities or services. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 14 h ago

IGP confirms radio hosts under criminal investigation for allegedly mocking Hinduism, six complaints filed

Selangor police chief Datuk Hussein Omar Khan (right) said investigations has not discounted criminal elements even though the case has been classified as sudden death for now. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 15 h ago

Selangor police say Japanese in fatal fall at Subang Jaya condo is wife of local influencer Ridzokumura, investigation ongoing

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High rise buildings are seen in George Town, Penang on July 20, 2022. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin

Malaysia / 28 Feb 2025

Penang keeps up penalty exemption over land tax arrears until May 31

Acting Besut District Police Chief DSP Md Sani Md Saleh said the 5.45pm crash occurred when the motorcyclist collided with a Perodua Alza in an attempt to overtake a car. — Picture by Mukhriz Hazim

Malaysia / 28 Feb 2025

Motorcyclist killed in crash involving red Perodua Alza, Honda City on Jalan Kota Bharu-Kuala Terengganu

Housing and Local Government Minister Nga Kor Ming presented the KPKT Report Card for the year 2024 to the Sultan of Perak, Sultan Nazrin Shah. — Picture via Facebook/KPKT Malaysia

Malaysia / 28 Feb 2025

Sultan Nazrin commends Housing Ministry’s progress as Nga presents 2024 report card

Minister of Investment, Trade, and Industry (Miti) Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz poses for a photo with the heads of delegation from Asean countries and Timor-Leste before the start of the 31st AEM Retreat in Desaru, Johor, today. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 28 Feb 2025

US tariffs and trade tensions to top agenda at 31st Asean Economic Ministers’ Retreat, says Tengku Zafrul

An illustrative photograph of handcuffs taken on August 22, 2024. — Picture By Raymond Manuel

Malaysia / 28 Feb 2025

Bangladeshi arrested over viral dog abuse video in Senai

The couple experienced Altitude Mountain Sickness while climbing Mount Kinabalu. — The Borneo Post pic

Malaysia / 28 Feb 2025

Sabah authorities investigate death of British climber on Mount Kinabalu, assure tourist safety

Kota Tinggi District Police Chief Supt Yusof Othman said the 19-year-old victim died at the scene due to severe head injuries. — Bernama pic/Kota Tinggi Fire and Rescue Station

Malaysia / 28 Feb 2025

Form Six student killed after car plunges into ravine in Kota Tinggi

Kuala Lumpur police chief Datuk Rusdi Mohd Isa said they received a report from the public about the video. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin

Malaysia / 28 Feb 2025

Police launch probe into viral video inciting Malaysians to oppose law enforcement

Minister of Investment, Trade and Industry Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz said Asean member states must chart Asean’s economic trajectory and carefully navigate their way in the changing world order, against major operational challenges. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 28 Feb 2025

Tengku Zafrul: Trump 2.0, geo-economic tensions, climate change among challenges during Malaysia’s Asean chairmanship

The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) has detained five civil servants for allegedly soliciting and accepting bribes in exchange for not taking enforcement action against electric and electronic waste (e-waste) factories. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 28 Feb 2025

MACC detains five civil servants for allegedly taking bribes to protect e-waste factories in Melaka

The motion, tabled by Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Law and Institutional Reform) Datuk Seri Azalina Othman Said, was passed by a majority vote following a debate by 18 members of parliament. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 28 Feb 2025

Dewan Rakyat passes motion on Auditor-General’s report to address financial management issues

Sultan of Pahang, Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri'ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah speaks during a cemony at Kampung Batu 4 in Kuantan, on June 14, 2024. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 28 Feb 2025

Pahang Sultan wants end to debate over royal addendum on Najib

Perak police are investigating suspects linked to two reports involving sensitive issues about race, religion and royalty (3R) on Facebook, which implicate Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Saarani Mohamad and the Perak Islamic Religious Department (JAIPK). — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 28 Feb 2025

Perak police probe sensitive 3R posts involving Saarani and religious department

The Malaysian Media Council (MMC) Bill 2024, passed in the Dewan Rakyat yesterday, will enable the media in the country to carry out their duties more effectively, says Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 28 Feb 2025

Fahmi: New media council Bill to empower the press, ensure fair and credible reporting

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has assured that the proposed Urban Renewal Bill, set to be tabled in Parliament, will not alter the status of affected lands. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 28 Feb 2025

Anwar assures Malay reserve land won’t be affected by urban renewal bill

Penang Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow was reappointed as Penang Pakatan Harapan (PH) chairman for the 2024-2026 term during its annual general meeting. — Picture by Opalyn Mok

Malaysia / 28 Feb 2025

Chow reappointed as Penang Pakatan Chief, new faces in key roles