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The lithium-ion battery powering your sleek new electric vehicles (EV) and hybrid cars may last eight to 10 years, but what happens after that? — Shutterstock pic/Sergii Chernov
Malaysia  / 3 h ago

By 2050, 870,000 EV batteries will need recycling: How is Malaysia tackling the challenge?

The state government may implement new regulations to enhance the safety of Mount Kinabalu climbers. — The Borneo Post pic
Malaysia  / 15 h ago

Climbing Kinabalu? Age could be a factor now, says state govt after latest tragic incident

Sudan produces around 80 per cent of the world’s gum arabic, a natural substance harvested from acacia trees. — Reuters pic
Money  / 13 h ago

Here’s a look at how one key ingredient in Coca-Cola, M&M’s is smuggled from war-torn Sudan

Police have recorded statements from 21 individuals, including two policemen suspected of stealing RM300,000 in Bukit Jalil recently. — Picture by Choo Choy May
Malaysia  / 16 h ago

Two police officers involved in RM300,000 theft in Bukit Jalil reassigned

The United States has provided US$65.9 billion in military support to Ukraine since Russia’s February 2022 invasion but further contributions hang in the balance after Donald Trump ordered a pause Monday on aid to Kyiv. — AFP pic
World  / 13 h ago

US aid to Ukraine: How US$65.9b was spent and what comes next

Former Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob will be at the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) headquarters tomorrow to assist in an investigation into a corruption and money laundering case. — Picture by Firdaus Latif
Malaysia  / 14 h ago

Ismail Sabri to give statement at MACC tomorrow for corruption investigation, says Azam Baki

Jakim reminded all parties to be mindful of religious sensitivities in their actions and speech. — Picture by Malay Mail
Malaysia  / 18 h ago

Mocking other religions is against Islam, Jakim warns as Era FM hosts taken off-air over Thaipusam clip

Accused Mohamad Haidar Abdullah (left, in green parka) and N. Klement Raj being escorted by policemen in the Johor Baru courthouse. Both later claimed trial to joint and separate charges for gang robbery, possession of firearms and imitation weapons at the Sessions Court today. — Picture by Ben Tan
Malaysia  / 19 h ago

Datuk’s son among three charged with gang robbery, firearms offences in Johor

IGP Tan Sri Razarudin Husain said iinvestigation are under Section 298 of the Penal Code for acts that cause disharmony, disunity, or feelings of enmity, hatred, or ill-will on religious grounds, as well as Section 233 of the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998 for the improper use of network facilities or services. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 14 h ago

IGP confirms radio hosts under criminal investigation for allegedly mocking Hinduism, six complaints filed

Selangor police chief Datuk Hussein Omar Khan (right) said investigations has not discounted criminal elements even though the case has been classified as sudden death for now. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 15 h ago

Selangor police say Japanese in fatal fall at Subang Jaya condo is wife of local influencer Ridzokumura, investigation ongoing

Judge Datin M. Kunasundary handed down the sentence on the 36-year-old woman, who has two children, after finding that the defence had failed to raise reasonable doubts at the end of the defence case. — Reuters pic
Malaysia  / 19 h ago

Single mother sentenced to 10 years for sexually assaulting neighbour’s 13-year-old daughter

A Thai court on Tuesday accepted a class-action lawsuit filed by hundreds of fishermen seeking US$73 million in damages from an agribusiness giant over invasive blackchin tilapia, a representative of the Thai lawyers’ council said. — AFP
World  / 17 h ago

Thai court takes on US$73m lawsuit against conglomerate CP, owned by Thailand’s second richest family, over invasive fish crisis

In Malaysia, the Tamil community has the opportunity to learn the language from preschool through postgraduate levels. — Picture by Farhan Najib
What You Think  / 13 h ago

Making Tamil language mandatory entry requirement for Indian students — Velan Kunjuraman 

A Malaysiakini reporter was brought to the Magistrate's Court in Putrajaya for remand over an alleged bribery case. March 1, 2025. — Picture courtesy of MACC
Malaysia  / 18 h ago

Malaysiakini journalist freed after four-day remand by MACC over bribery allegation

The word ‘Vel” in Tamil, refers to the spear of the Hindu deity Lord Murugan (pictured above), and devotees often chant it to express their devotion and prayers. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 16 h ago

PM calls for tact on religious matters after Astro suspends staff over Thaipusam remarks

The lithium-ion battery powering your sleek new electric vehicles (EV) and hybrid cars may last eight to 10 years, but what happens after that? — Shutterstock pic/Sergii Chernov
Malaysia  / 3 h ago

By 2050, 870,000 EV batteries will need recycling: How is Malaysia tackling the challenge?

The state government may implement new regulations to enhance the safety of Mount Kinabalu climbers. — The Borneo Post pic
Malaysia  / 15 h ago

Climbing Kinabalu? Age could be a factor now, says state govt after latest tragic incident

Sudan produces around 80 per cent of the world’s gum arabic, a natural substance harvested from acacia trees. — Reuters pic
Money  / 13 h ago

Here’s a look at how one key ingredient in Coca-Cola, M&M’s is smuggled from war-torn Sudan

Police have recorded statements from 21 individuals, including two policemen suspected of stealing RM300,000 in Bukit Jalil recently. — Picture by Choo Choy May
Malaysia  / 16 h ago

Two police officers involved in RM300,000 theft in Bukit Jalil reassigned

The United States has provided US$65.9 billion in military support to Ukraine since Russia’s February 2022 invasion but further contributions hang in the balance after Donald Trump ordered a pause Monday on aid to Kyiv. — AFP pic
World  / 13 h ago

US aid to Ukraine: How US$65.9b was spent and what comes next

Former Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob will be at the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) headquarters tomorrow to assist in an investigation into a corruption and money laundering case. — Picture by Firdaus Latif
Malaysia  / 14 h ago

Ismail Sabri to give statement at MACC tomorrow for corruption investigation, says Azam Baki

Jakim reminded all parties to be mindful of religious sensitivities in their actions and speech. — Picture by Malay Mail
Malaysia  / 18 h ago

Mocking other religions is against Islam, Jakim warns as Era FM hosts taken off-air over Thaipusam clip

Accused Mohamad Haidar Abdullah (left, in green parka) and N. Klement Raj being escorted by policemen in the Johor Baru courthouse. Both later claimed trial to joint and separate charges for gang robbery, possession of firearms and imitation weapons at the Sessions Court today. — Picture by Ben Tan
Malaysia  / 19 h ago

Datuk’s son among three charged with gang robbery, firearms offences in Johor

IGP Tan Sri Razarudin Husain said iinvestigation are under Section 298 of the Penal Code for acts that cause disharmony, disunity, or feelings of enmity, hatred, or ill-will on religious grounds, as well as Section 233 of the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998 for the improper use of network facilities or services. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 14 h ago

IGP confirms radio hosts under criminal investigation for allegedly mocking Hinduism, six complaints filed

Selangor police chief Datuk Hussein Omar Khan (right) said investigations has not discounted criminal elements even though the case has been classified as sudden death for now. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 15 h ago

Selangor police say Japanese in fatal fall at Subang Jaya condo is wife of local influencer Ridzokumura, investigation ongoing

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‘Squid Game’ veteran actress Lee Joo-shil dies of cancer at 81

Barbie Hsu has passed away due to flu complications. — Picture via Instagram/Barbie Hsu
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Meteor Garden actress Barbie Hsu dies at 48

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Beyonce, Sabrina Carpenter win Grammys as musicians honour Los Angeles

Chappell Roan performs onstage during the 67th GRAMMY Awards at Crypto.com Arena on February 02, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. — Getty Images via AFP pic
Showbiz / 03 Feb 2025

Chappell Roan wins Grammy for Best New Artist, ask labels to pay new artists living wages

Miley Cyrus attends the 67th GRAMMY Awards on February 02, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. — AFP pic
Showbiz / 03 Feb 2025

Grammys 2025: All the sizzle and spice from the red carpet

Taylor Swift arrives at the 67th Grammy Awards on February 02, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. — AFP pic
Showbiz / 03 Feb 2025

Kendrick Lamar and Charli XCX lead early Grammy wins but Beyoncé steals the spotlight

Robert Fletcher, along with his nine-year-old alpaca, Hephner, greet Britain's King Charles at the Australian War Memorial in Canberra, Australia last year. — Reuters pic
Showbiz / 03 Feb 2025

King Charles to spotlight ‘philosophy of harmony’ in new Amazon documentary

It’s a baffling irony that the culture-shifting Beyonce has won more Grammys than anyone, ever, but has yet to attain the holy grail that is winning for Album of the Year. — AFP pic
Showbiz / 02 Feb 2025

Will Beyonce finally bag Album of the Year? Music’s A-listers ready for the Grammys

Chappell Roan is one of the leading contenders at the Grammy Awards today. — Pic by AFP
Showbiz / 02 Feb 2025

Chappell Roan: the splashy pop supernova and one of the leading contenders at the Grammy Awards

People sit at the Umm Kulthum cafe, named after the late Egyptian singer, songwriter and film actress in the Khan al-Khalili historical area in the heart of the Egyptian capital Cairo on January 28. — AFP pic
Showbiz / 01 Feb 2025

‘The Lady’ of Arab music: Sampled by Beyonce and Shakira, Umm Kulthum’s influence lives on in cafes and hearts alike

With the film’s release and ramped up awards campaign, Gascón spoke of her sadness and exhaustion at becoming a target for vicious online transphobic attacks, before her old posts resurfaced on Thursday. — Pic via Instagram/karsiagascon
Showbiz / 01 Feb 2025

Oscar-hopeful ‘Emilia Perez’ transgender star Karla Sofía Gascón under fire after racist and Islamophobic social media posts resurface

The new Superman movie, directed by James Gunn and starring David Corenswet, is set to be released in theatres in July.
Showbiz / 01 Feb 2025

Warner Bros hit with ‘Superman’ copyright lawsuit ahead of new movie (VIDEO)

The 67th edition of music’s top awards ceremony will feature pop heavyweights and breakout acts, Los Angeles wildfires relief and tributes. — File pic by Reuters
Showbiz / 01 Feb 2025

Five things to watch for at the Grammys

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