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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  / 18 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  / 13 h ago

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

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  / 11 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  / 14 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  / 15 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  / 18 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  / 16 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  / 19 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  / 14 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  / 17 h ago

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

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

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

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  / 19 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  / 19 h ago

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

Penang Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow visited the swimming pool after officiating the Iconic Marjorie Hotel, a Tribute Portfolio hotel under Marriott International’s premium brand, in Bayan Lepas. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 15 h ago

Chow calls for more investment as Penang faces hotel room crunch from soaring tourist numbers

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  / 10 h ago

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

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Money / 08 Apr 2024

Thailand’s National Anti-Corruption Commission issues guidelines to tackle corruption aiming to promote more foreign investors’ confidence

On the broader market, gainers led decliners 278 to 203 while 327 counters were unchanged, 1,523 untraded and nine others suspended. ― Bernama pic
Money / 08 Apr 2024

Bursa Malaysia opens higher, tracking wall street’s overnight performance

At 9.01am, the local currency weakened to 4.7500/7555 versus the US dollar from last Friday’s closing of 4.7460/7490. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin
Money / 08 Apr 2024

Ringgit easier against US dollar at opening

Jean Paul Prates, the CEO of Petrobras, has been under fire from parts of the government that want to see him bring down fuel prices and ramp up job-creating investments. Last month, he clashed with cabinet members over a Petrobras dividend withheld from investors. — Reuters pic
Money / 08 Apr 2024

Brazil’s Lula calls meeting on the future of Petrobras CEO, say sources

China's commerce minister Wang Wentao said China’s electric vehicle companies do not rely on subsidies to gain a competitive advantage and accusations by the US and Europe of 'overcapacity' are groundless. ― Reuters file pic
Money / 08 Apr 2024

China says its EV firms do not rely on subsidies to gain competitive advantage

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Money / 08 Apr 2024

Introducing Kriya Lightning Foundation's Corporate Wellness Program to Cultivate Mental Wellbeing

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Money / 08 Apr 2024

NodeFlair Reveals AI Talent Demand Spikes: Salaries Soar 11.3% Amid Tech Downturn

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Money / 08 Apr 2024

HDBank to pay 25% dividend in cash and stocks, aim for high growth in 2024

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Money / 07 Apr 2024

ROSEN, A LEADING AND RANKED FIRM, Encourages Luna Innovations Incorporated Investors to Secure Counsel Before Important Deadline in Securities Class Action First Filed by the Firm - LUNA

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Money / 07 Apr 2024

ROSEN, GLOBAL INVESTOR COUNSEL, Encourages QuidelOrtho Corporation Investors to Inquire About Securities Class Action Investigation - QDEL

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Money / 07 Apr 2024

ROSEN, GLOBAL INVESTOR COUNSEL, Encourages Banco Santander, S.A. Investors to Inquire About Securities Class Action Investigation - SAN

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Money / 07 Apr 2024

ROSEN, GLOBAL INVESTOR COUNSEL, Encourages Innodata Inc. Investors to Secure Counsel Before Important Deadline in Securities Class Action - INOD

US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen shakes hands with Chinese Premier Li Qiang at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing, China, April 7, 2024. — Reuters pic
Money / 07 Apr 2024

US, China need ‘tough’ conversations, Yellen tells Chinese Premier Li

US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen meets Chinese Premier Li Qiang at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing, China, April 7, 2024. — Reuters pic
Money / 07 Apr 2024

Yellen, Premier Li express hope for US-China cooperation

The Farmers’ Organisation Authority has urged the government to increase the floor price for locally-produced paddy, besides setting a ceiling price for imported rice. — Picture by Hari Anggara
Money / 06 Apr 2024

Farmers’ Organisation Authority urges govt to increase floor price for paddy, set ceiling price for imported rice

Thames Water vans are parked on a road as repair and maintenance work takes place, in London April 3, 2024. — AFP pic
Money / 06 Apr 2024

Parent company of UK’s biggest water supplier defaults on £400m debt