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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  / 17 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  / 12 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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People gather around a Christmas tree light installation displaying a Bitcoin logo in San Salvador, El Salvador, on December 9, 2024. — Reuters pic
Money / 16 Dec 2024

To the moon? No end yet to crazy surge as Bitcoin blasts past RM472,870

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Money / 16 Dec 2024

Step Into The Multiverse With Doctor Strange’s Wax Figure At Madame Tussauds Singapore

People walk at the Leal Senado Square in Macau, on December 13, 2024. — AFP pic
Money / 16 Dec 2024

China's retail sales weaken, miss forecasts in November

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Money / 16 Dec 2024

Senheng Powers Up Malaysia with Solar Solutions Nationwide

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Money / 16 Dec 2024

First-Time Local Sellers and Brands Achieve a 30X Sales Uplift during Shopee's 12.12 Birthday Sale

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Money / 16 Dec 2024

Henkel Thailand continues support for border schools in Nakhon Phanom and Yasothon with renovation projects

Employees work at a copper smelter in Yantai, Shandong province, China April 26, 2023. — Reuters pic
Money / 16 Dec 2024

China’s factory output quickens last month, but consumption still a drag

A host promotes lingerie products during a live-streaming session at the Gummy Park showroom at WeMet Industrial Park, in Guanyun county of Lianyungang, Jiangsu province, China November 25, 2024. — Reuters pic
Money / 16 Dec 2024

China’s ‘Victoria’s Secret Town’ in Guanyun faces threat as Biden, Trump eye tariff crackdowns

The Australian Securities and Investments Commission (Asic) is alleging HSBC took, on average, 145 days to look into matters related to unauthorised payments and transactions. — Reuters pic
Money / 16 Dec 2024

Australia takes HSBC to court over neglecting scam victims

At 9.05 am, the FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI (FBM KLCI) rose 0.09 of-a-point to 1,608.84 from last Friday’s close of 1,608.75. — Picture by Zuraneeza Zulkifli
Money / 16 Dec 2024

Bursa Malaysia opens steady, eyes year-end gains

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Money / 16 Dec 2024

F.I.R.E. in Singapore: Navigating the Path to Early Retirement

As for economic growth, IMF noted that Malaysia’s economic performance has significantly improved in 2024, supported by strong domestic and external demand.  — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa
Money / 16 Dec 2024

IMF lauds Malaysia’s fiscal reforms, pushes for faster progress amid global uncertainty

At 8.02am, the ringgit stood at 4.4470/4530 against the US dollar from last Friday’s close of 4.4475/4525. — Reuters pic
Money / 16 Dec 2024

Ringgit edges up against US dollar, struggles against Asean majors

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Money / 16 Dec 2024

Celebrating Indonesia’s Collective Sustainability Leadership at ACES Awards 2024

Malaysia’s trade posted the highest periodic value ever, expanding 9.3 per cent to RM2.383 trillion in the first 10 months of 2024 from the same period in 2023. — Picture by Firdaus Latif
Money / 16 Dec 2024

2024 in review: Ringgit rallies, Malaysia’s investments boom, exports soar

The US Federal Reserve is widely expected to announce a quarter point cut to its key lending rate on Wednesday despite a recent uptick in inflation, in the central bank’s last meeting of Joe Biden’s presidency. — Reuters pic
Money / 16 Dec 2024

US Fed expected to trim rates again as Biden prepares to leave office, slower easing under Trump era