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A doctor’s statement could not confirm Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob’s health status after his medical leave ends tomorrow — if deemed fit, the MACC may proceed with recording his statement, according to sources. — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa
Malaysia  / 4 h ago

Ismail Sabri’s health uncertain as MACC freezes 13 bank accounts worth RM2m

In a statement, MCMC said the decision took into account the arguments presented in the appeal, remedial actions taken by the licence holder, and a formal apology from the parties involved. 
Malaysia  / 4 h ago

MCMC fines Era FM RM250,000 for Thaipusam video but lifts suspension threat

Used in everything from cakes and frying fats to cosmetics and cleaning products, palm oil makes up more than half of global vegetable oil shipments and is especially popular among consumers in emerging markets, led by India. — Picture by Miera Zulyana
Money  / 12 h ago

End of cheap palm oil? Malaysia, Indonesia face supply crunch as biodiesel demand surges

KL Reads members read silently for two hours every Saturday mornings at the Perdana Botanical Gardens. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin
Malaysia  / 12 h ago

From solitude to community: How a silent reading culture is taking root in parks across the Klang Valley, one page at a time

Police and media standby for the arrival of former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte from Hong Kong, at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport in Pasay City, Metro Manila, Philippines, March 11, 2025. — Reuters pic
World  / 7 h ago

Former Philippine president Duterte arrested at Manila airport over ICC warrant for crimes against humanity

Seremban police chief ACP Mohamad Hatta Che Din said the 17-year-old victim was pronounced dead at 7.23 pm yesterday while receiving treatment at the Tuanku Ja’afar Hospital (HTJ) since March 6. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 10 h ago

Senawang crash: Third victim dies, investigations show crash caused by car running red light

Loke highlighted that enforcement efforts and special operations conducted during the recent Chinese New Year resulted in a 10 per cent reduction in road accidents, with 7,882 cases recorded compared to 8,784 in the previous year. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 9 h ago

JPJ imposes temporary driving ban on goods vehicles during Hari Raya period

Selangor Fire and Rescue Department assistant director Ahmad Mukhlis Mukhtar said the victim was pronounced dead at the scene. — Picture via Facebook
Malaysia  / 8 h ago

Man dies after crashing car into road divider near Putrajaya toll plaza

Hamzah (right) said the suspect, believed to be in his 30s, had no identification documents and is suspected to be a foreigner. — Bernama file pic
Malaysia  / 6 h ago

Suspect shot dead in police shootout after high-speed chase in Penang

Roti Jala Gulai Ayam - Picture courtesy of Tanaair.
Eat-drink  / 9 h ago

From Kedah-inspired ‘gulai ayam’ to Sarawak ‘coconut buns’, Tanaair in PJ promises a feast of Malaysian flavours

King Charles III now has his own radio show on Apple Music. — Picture composite via Apple/Apple Music
Showbiz  / 8 h ago

Sayang Siti: Biduanita Negara Siti Nurhaliza finds a spot on King Charles’ Apple Music playlist

Former prime minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob was scheduled to appear at the MACC headquarters last Friday but did not attend, citing health reasons. — Picture by Firdaus Latif
Malaysia  / 8 h ago

Source: MACC records statements from 36 individuals in Ismail Sabri corruption probe

Example of armodafinil tablets purchased from illegal peddlers in Singapore. — Picture courtesy of Health Sciences Authority
Singapore  / 7 h ago

‘Blistering over 60pc of body’: Singapore issues alert after nine hospitalised for modafinil, armodafinil side effects in past year

A screen capture of the finviz site shows the performance of the S&P 500 on March 10, 2025.
Money  / 8 h ago

Recession’s back on the menu: Trump policy fears erase US$4 trillion from Wall St

The singer was found dead at his home last night. — Picture via Instagram
Showbiz  / 9 h ago

South Korean singer Wheesung found dead at home

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‘Napoleon’ by Ridley Scott (pic) hits US theatres next week. — AFP pic
Showbiz / 18 Nov 2023

From Blade Runner to Gladiator: Five Ridley Scott epics

Swift was honoured to be welcomed by Brazil’s most iconic landmark, Christ the Redeemer. — Reuters Picture & X/TheSwiftSociety
Showbiz / 18 Nov 2023

'Nicest thing anyone’s ever done': Taylor Swift responds to Christ the Redeemer statue’s welcome in Brazil (VIDEO)

The slow-cooking romance between an obsessive chef and his assistant, played by Benoit Magimel and Juliette Binoche, features long sweeping shots of bubbling casseroles, sizzling slabs of meat and warming pies. — Screen capture via YouTube/ IFC Films
Showbiz / 18 Nov 2023

Why the French can’t stomach their Oscar entry (VIDEO)

Shakira will take the stand on November 20 on tax fraud charges. — AFP pic
Showbiz / 17 Nov 2023

Shakira, Shakira: Latina superstar with tax woes

Oprah Winfrey said ‘The Color Purple’ helped her cope with the trauma of being raped as a young girl. — Reuters file pic
Showbiz / 17 Nov 2023

Oprah says ‘The Color Purple’ helped her deal with childhood rape

Tinariwen promises a night of mesmerising music that will transport audiences to the landscapes of the Sahara. — Picture by Marie Planeille
Showbiz / 17 Nov 2023

Grammy-winning world music band Tinariwen returns to Malaysia for concert next month

'Hawkeye' actor Jeremy Renner recovers from snowplough incident some 10 months later. — Picture via Instagram/ jeremyrenner
Showbiz / 17 Nov 2023

US actor Jeremy Renner updates fans with clip of him running, having recovered from snowplough incident (VIDEO)

Yeoh received an honorary doctoral degree in humanities from the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology today. — Screenshot via HKUST livestream
Showbiz / 17 Nov 2023

Michelle Yeoh receives honorary doctoral degree from Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

Kwok returns to Malaysia next February, eight months after his concert in June this year. — Picture via Instagram/ aaronkwokxx
Showbiz / 17 Nov 2023

HK superstar Aaron Kwok to perform in Malaysia again next year, eight months after this year's concert

‘Napoleon’ by Ridley Scott hits US theatres next week. — Picture courtesy of Apple via ETX Studio
Showbiz / 17 Nov 2023

‘Napoleon’ movie too ‘anti-French’ for some in France

The organiser of Coldplay's concert in Kuala Lumpur on November 22 has issued a guideline on what can and cannot be done by attendees. — Picture via Facebook/ Coldplay
Showbiz / 17 Nov 2023

Coldplay concert organiser reminds KL fans to 'be mindful of local culture and sensitivities in Malaysia'

The suit says that Ventura met Combs (pic), also known as both Puff Daddy or Diddy, in 2005, when she was 19 and he was 37. — Reuters pic
Showbiz / 17 Nov 2023

Rap mogul Sean Combs sued for rape by singer Cassie

In the video, a small crowd was seen gathering around the duo as they performed one of Khadijah’s evergreen songs. — Picture via TikTok.com/@khadijah.ibrahim04
Showbiz / 16 Nov 2023

Veteran Malaysian singer Khadijah Ibrahim applauded online for impromptu duet with busker in Penang (VIDEO)

The sixth and final season of the award-winning but often-criticised ‘The Crown’, created by Peter Morgan, is being released in two parts. — AFP pic
Showbiz / 16 Nov 2023

End of an era: ‘The Crown’ concludes with Diana’s death

Looi’s upcoming EP ‘Sugary’ will blend the old and new with five upbeat tracks. — Picture via Instagram/martinlooi
Showbiz / 16 Nov 2023

Local violinist Martin Looi strings an elegant twist on modern hits in EP ‘Sugary’, out next month

Late-night comedian Jimmy Kimmel is returning — again — to host the Oscars for a fourth time, organisers said yesterday. — AFP pic
Showbiz / 16 Nov 2023

Jimmy Kimmel to host Oscars for fourth time