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A man observes the Rolex luxury watch window display at a jeweller in Vienna, Austria on June 8, 2025. — Reuters pic
Singapore  / 13 h ago

Italian tries to scam Singapore watch dealer, accidentally sells him genuine RM331,000 Rolex

A vendor stir-fries a mix of yellow noodles and kuey teow in a large wok at a food stall in Semenyih April 14, 2026. — Picture by Raymond Manuel
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Noodles to cost more as price of food packaging goes up in Malaysia, but your favourite ‘mee goreng’ may still be same price... for now

Authorities said no foul play was found in the death of a 13-year-old following a fall at a Tanjung Tokong condominium. — Picture by Choo Choy May
Malaysia  / 12 h ago

Penang teen, 13, dies after fall from Tanjung Tokong condominium, no foul play suspected

The AC Hotel by Marriott in Ipoh is one new entrant to the state's hotel scene. — Picture via Marriott website
Malaysia  / 9 h ago

Perak struggles to attract major hotels as tourists skip overnight stays

The Penang High Court revised the couple’s 12-month jail term to time already served, ordering their immediate release after accepting a joint representation on sentencing. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 8 h ago

Cemetery tryst couple freed after Penang High Court revises jail term to time served following accepted representation

The lower court had previously imposed fines ranging from RM2,000 to RM3,000 on the men who had attacked the KTV outlet. — Social media screenshot
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Court orders additional 10 months’ jail for 33 men who stormed Taman Shamelin KTV after previously imposing fines

AirAdvisor, a passenger rights platform, has highlighted 10 lesser-known or unexpected airline fees that travellers in South-east Asia may encounter in 2026, reflecting a wider shift in global aviation pricing models. — Picture by Choo Choy May
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You thought that was the fare? 10 hidden airline fees catching SE Asian travellers off guard

Narcotics Criminal Investigation Department (NCID) director Datuk Hussein Omar Khan (right) shows the luxury vehicles seized during a press conference at the Kuala Lumpur Police Contingent Headquarters on April 21, 2026. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 5 h ago

Rolls-Royce Cullinan, Porsche Taycan among 18 luxury cars seized as KL cops smash drug ring

Water levels at one Kuala Lumpur river exceeded the danger threshold this afternoon, with an upward trend recorded, according to the Department of Irrigation and Drainage. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 6 h ago

Rising waters push KL river past danger mark, says Irrigation and Drainage Dept

Vehicles were moved by strong currents during flash floods triggered by heavy rain in Cameron Highlands. — Pictures via Facebook
Malaysia  / 14 h ago

Flash floods hit Cameron Highlands after heavy rain, no injuries reported

Selangor Infrastructure and Agriculture Committee chairman Datuk Izham Hashim (right) speaks during a press conference at the Selangor State Assembly building in Shah Alam April 21, 2026. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 8 h ago

Deadline extended: Selangor grants final August exit for Jalan Sungai Buloh nurseries

The accused was found to have stolen 20 household items, including all-purpose flour, from a supermarket in Cheras, Kuala Lumpur, with the total value amounting to RM404.22. — File picture by Shafwan Zaidon
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Father of two jailed, fined RM300 over Cheras supermarket theft involving sardines and other daily essentials

Perak Ruler Sultan Nazrin Muizzuddin Shah delivers his royal keynote address during the Putrajaya Forum 2026 at Mitec in Kuala Lumpur on April 21, 2026. — Picture by Yusof Isa
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Act now, not after harm: Perak Sultan urges early AI regulation at global forum

File photo of Negeri Sembilan Mentri Besar Datuk Seri Aminuddin Harun. Four Undang have disputed his account of a DKU meeting and recent developments involving the Sungei Ujong Undang. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 12 h ago

Negeri Sembilan Undang dispute MB’s account of council advice

US Secretary of Labor Lori Chavez-DeRemer testifies during a House Workforce and Education Committee hearing on Department of Labor policies and priorities on Capitol Hill in Washington, DC on June 5, 2025. — AFP pic
World  / 13 h ago

Third woman exits Trump cabinet in weeks as Chavez-DeRemer resigns as labour chief over office scandal

 

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The author argues that while institutions officially oppose AI-written assignments, practical constraints — from detection limits to cost and scale — make enforcement inconsistent, leaving responsibility largely with students themselves. — Reuters pic
2d ago

Do educational institutions care about AI-written assignments?

A man holds a fuel nozzle at a petrol station on March 25, 2026. — Reuters pic
16 Apr 2026

Malaysia’s daily obsession with the petrol pump

Kaya’s fear and helplessness at a foe she could not fight, an ordinary, human man was too relatable.— Video screenshot
15 Apr 2026

What’s a child to do when the monsters are men?

First responders gather at the site of an Israeli airstrike in the village of Habbouch, southern Lebanon on April 10, 2026. A ceasefire in name, conflict in reality – even after agreements are signed, fighting often continues, underscoring how fragile the first steps towards peace can be. — AFP pic
10 Apr 2026

Why ceasefires remain important even when the firing doesn’t cease

 

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An aerial view of two excavators deepening and widening the Klang River as part of Selangor’s long-term flood mitigation project, in Kota Kemuning, Shah Alam November 1, 2022. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin
1 h ago

Flood crisis not about infrastructure alone — Rajesh Nagarajan 

Agricultural residues are being repurposed as feedstock for bioenergy development as part of efforts to build a circular bioeconomy. — File picture by Ahmad Zamzahuri
8 h ago

How cutting-edge tech might fuel our bioenergy revolution — Ahmad Ibrahim

The author argues that the disconnect between weak political support and strong financial markets in the US risks fuelling dangerous overconfidence, as market optimism may encourage prolonged geopolitical escalation while underestimating systemic risks. — Reuters pic
13 h ago

Markets of illusion: How Wall Street strength masks strategic overreach of Trump, for now — Phar Kim Beng

The author argues that rising geopolitical risks and energy volatility make it urgent for Malaysian businesses and policymakers to accelerate the adoption of green technologies, as sustainability is now essential for resilience and long-term competitiveness rather than just an environmental goal. — Reuters pic
13 h ago

Geopolitical tensions add urgency to our green transition — Mas Nordiana Rusli

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A still shows a video conference with Britain's Prime Minister Boris Johnson (top row, left) chairing a remote session with his Cabinet on March 31, 2020 in London. — AFP pic
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The end of this year’s awards season is coming with the impending arrival of the Oscar ceremony this coming Sunday, March 15 (or Monday morning for us Malaysians). — Reuters pic
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When FIFA, the global overseer of football, accused FAM of fielding biologically and culturally — and I accuse emotionally — disconnected players, FAM got incensed.  — Bernama pic
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A ballot box sits on a table at a voting centre during the 15th general election at Sekolah Kebangsaan Seksyen 17 in Shah Alam on November 19, 2022. — Yusof Mat Isa pic
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