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Suspected space debris, measuring 4.26×3.64 metres, was found along the Nenasi coast in Pekan, Pahang on December 30, 2025 and is temporarily stored at Nenasi Police Station for safety and further investigation. — Bernama
Malaysia  / 19 h ago

Something out of this world lands on Pekan shore, Atomic Energy Dept says not radioactive

Director-General of Education Dr Mohd Azam Ahmad reportedly said the move follows a comprehensive review that has been underway since September, involving multiple stakeholders. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 2 h ago

‘Too many colours’: Education Ministry to standardise school uniforms by 2027

A consultant lost RM690,500 to an online investment scam in November, Penang police chief Datuk Azizee Ismail said. — Picture by Firdaus Latif
Malaysia  / 17 h ago

Consultant in Penang loses RM690,500 in online scam promising 100pc returns

Plaza Merdeka staff cleaning up the debris from the fallen ceiling. — The Borneo Post pic
Malaysia  / 19 h ago

Ceiling at Plaza Merdeka in Kuching drops on NYE, shoppers unharmed

The wrecked Lexus LC500 sports convertible at the scene of the accident along Jalan Stutong in Kuching, Sarawak on January 1, 2026. — The Borneo Post
Malaysia  / 19 h ago

Convertible chaos: Firefighters rescue Lexus lover stuck in wrecked car on first day of 2026

A multidisciplinary team at Universiti Malaya Medical Centre (PPUM) has made Malaysian medical history after successfully performing a liver transplant on a four-month-old baby boy weighing just 6.2kg, the youngest and lightest recipient recorded in the country. — Picture courtesy of Universiti Malaya Medical Centre
Malaysia  / 17 h ago

Malaysia’s youngest liver transplant: Baby collapses before surgery, survives through mother’s donation and PPUM teamwork

Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) deputy managing director (development) Eneng Faridah Iskandar explains how Malaysia’s new law, the Online Safety Act 2025 (ONSA), will keep Malaysia safe. — Picture by Choo Choy May
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‘Fighting the common enemy’: Nine big online harms that Malaysia’s tackling by regulating social media companies

Datuk Dr Zulkifli Hasan said songs with obscene lyrics affecting youths violate Islamic entertainment guidelines. — Picture by Miera Zulyana
Malaysia  / 3 h ago

‘Art must uplift, not corrupt’: Religious affairs minister slams lyrics in controversial local song

Police allege a pillow was used in an attempt to suffocate a sleeping husband during the late-night attack. — Pexels pic
Malaysia  / 2 h ago

A pillow, a lover and an insurance policy: Inside an alleged plot to murder a husband in Johor Bahru

Nvidia is scrambling to meet strong demand for its H200 artificial intelligence chips from Chinese technology companies and has approached contract manufacturer Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co to ramp up production, sources said. — Reuters pic
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Sources: Nvidia sounds out TSMC on H200 chip order as Chinese tech firms order millions

AirBorneo in a statement said during the initial transition period, the MASwings’ brand will continue to be used while AirBorneo gradually rolls out its new brand identity. — The Borneo Post pic
Malaysia  / 19 h ago

MASwings now under AirBorneo as state-owned carrier assumes full control

Residents wave Somali flags as they attend a rally denouncing Israel’s recent announcement recognizing the breakaway Somaliland region, during a gathering calling for Somalia’s territorial unity at Mogadishu Stadium in Mogadishu on December 30, 2025. — AFP pic
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Will Somaliland become Israel’s new strategic ally?

Tourists from abroad took the opportunity to pose for photos with the Visit Malaysia Year 2026 (VM2026) mascots Wira and Manja at the Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport January 1, 2026. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 17 h ago

Malaysia launches VM2026 campaign with nationwide welcoming events at key entry points

Johor Menteri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi said a RM900-million investment by Jiangsu Longda Superalloy Co Ltd, through its subsidiary Singda Superalloy (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd in Johor, is expected to create over 200 high-skilled jobs in engineering and advanced technology. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 16 h ago

Onn Hafiz: RM900m superalloy investment to boost Johor’s high‑tech industry, generate 200 jobs

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said the Madani Government will uphold harmony in diversity while strengthening the economy, reaffirming its commitment to Malaysia in a New Year Facebook post. — Picture via Facebook/Anwar Ibrahim
Malaysia  / 3 h ago

Anwar vows to strengthen economy, uphold unity as Malaysia enters 2026

 

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The author argues that Malaysian cinemas undermine the movie-going experience by forcing patrons through cramped, poorly lit and uncomfortable exit routes — a jarring finale that feels unsafe, unnecessary and wildly out of step with the glamour promised at the front door. — Picture by Ahmad Zamzahuri
3 h ago

Why must exiting a cinema hall be such a lousy experience?

Three PAS state assemblymen in Perlis whose positions were automatically vacated following the immediate termination of their party membership. — Bernama pic
1d ago

Perikatan Nasional: ’Tis the time to be unjolly

A monocled cobra decided to visit the author before the end of the Year of the Snake to ring out the old. — Picture by Erna Mahyuni
2d ago

Cancer Diaries: When a snake comes to my door

The author argues that despite streaming’s dominance, 2025 reaffirmed the power of the big screen — from arthouse discoveries to punchy genre hits like ‘Eye for an Eye 2: Blind Vengeance’.
27 Dec 2025

My favourite films of 2025

 

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Kuala Lumpur residents have called for greater transparency and public participation in the city’s budgeting process to ensure more inclusive and sustainable urban development. — Picture by Yusof Isa
15 h ago

Silence in the city budget must give way to shared decision-making for a more inclusive, sustainable Kuala Lumpur — Joshua Low

The author says halal should not be used as a tool to oppress or boycott without a solid foundation. — Picture by Firdaus Latif
21 h ago

A wise approach in the cultivation of halal culture — Muhammad Ammar Harith Idris

Perlis State Assembly Speaker Rus’sele Eizan (seated, centre) at a press conference at Kompleks Seri Putra on December 31, 2025, after submitting an official letter to the Perlis Election Commission to withdraw the request for by-elections for three state seats. — Bernama pic
1d ago

Will there be legal challenges after Perlis Speaker’s flip flop? — Hafiz Hassan

The author says wisdom is knowing when to pause, and handling responsibility is shaped more by consistency than titles. — Unsplash pic
1d ago

Why I’m staying — Nahrizul Adib Kadri

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According to the author, the true world-beaters climb slowly, steadily. And crucially, they spend their early years dabbling widely, dipping into multiple sports, subjects, instruments — building what you might call a rich ‘learning capital’ that compounds beautifully over decades. — pexels.com pic
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Visitors view books at the Straits Quay Convention Centre in Penang on November 28, 2019. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin
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The author contends that meaningful change will only happen if parties radically rethink how they campaign by engaging voters seriously, offering real policy choices, empowering independents and innovating beyond old habits because Malaysians are ready for better options if they are given them. — Bernama pic
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The author argues that PTPTN no longer functions as a real loan system because repayment rates are so poor. — Picture by Firdaus Latif
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So many people are turning to public healthcare now, perhaps due to the rising premiums and perhaps also because of the horror stories about insurers finding too many reasons not to honour their policies. — Picture by Raymond Manuel
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Chief Minister Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor smiles from his vehicle after being sworn in for a second term in Kota Kinabalu November 30, 2025. — Bernama pic
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Despite successful surgery and no residual cancer found, the recovery journey continues with complications including a five per cent drop in heart function and menopausal symptoms. — AFP pic
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Teachers prepare for class at a school in Ipoh, Perak, on June 23, 2020. — Picture by Farhan Najib
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This file picture shows supporters of Barisan Nasional and Warisan turning up to support their respective candidates during the nomination process for the 17th Sabah state election at SRJK (C) Yuk Chin in Tawau November 15, 2025. — Bernama pic
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I'm grateful that I can get what I need from the public healthcare system. — Picture by Erna Mahyuni
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People need to drive out of their parking lots so let’s not act like that space in front of their car is ours by divine right! — Picture by Ahmad Zamzahuri
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