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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 / 18 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 / 18 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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Actress Michelle Trachtenber was most known for her role in the TV show 'Buffy the Vampire Slayer'. — Reuters pic

Showbiz / 27 Feb 2025

Michelle Trachtenberg, 'Buffy the Vampire Slayer' actor, dead at 39

The members of NewJeans are now promoting under the name NJZ. — Pic via complexconhk.com

Showbiz / 26 Feb 2025

No joy for NewJeans: S.Korea Labour Ministry dismisses workplace bullying claims from group’s manager

Karina's new haircut came just as she was flying off to Prada's Fall Winter 2025 show. — Picture via Instagram/@katarinabluu

Showbiz / 26 Feb 2025

Aespa’s Karina gives fans ‘whiplash’ with new bob haircut (VIDEO)

Graceland, where Elvis Presley is buried, is a popular tourist attraction. — AFP pic

Showbiz / 26 Feb 2025

Woman pleads guilty of attempting to defraud Elvis Presley’s family of Graceland estate

Dutch Merrick, a movie armorer who lost his Altadena home in the Eaton Fire, carries supplies he needed from a daily free food and sundries pantry provided for Hollywood film and television workers in need of assistance struggling after the devastation of the Southern California wildfires, on February 14, 2025 at the IATSE union hall in Burbank, California. — AFP pic

Showbiz / 26 Feb 2025

Hollywood’s hidden crisis: Job cuts, AI, and streaming slump leave behind-the-scenes workers struggling

Latin America is one of the biggest growth areas for streaming services in the world. — AFP pic

Showbiz / 25 Feb 2025

Latin America’s literary legends leap off the pages and onto the streaming screens

Blackpink’s Lisa, Doja Cat, Raye, Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo and Queen Latifah will be performing at this year’s Academy Awards. — Pictures via X/Pop Base and X/The Academy

Showbiz / 25 Feb 2025

Blackpink’s Lisa to make history as first K-pop act to perform at Oscars, joins lineup with Doja Cat, Raye, Queen Latifah, Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande (VIDEO)

British musician Kate Bush is to release a new live album. — AFP pic

Showbiz / 25 Feb 2025

‘In the music of the future, will our voices go unheard?’ Musicians release silent album to protest UK’s AI copyright law changes

US singer Roberta Flack performs at the 40th Jazzaldia festival in the Spanish northern Basque city of San Sebastian on July 23, 2005. Roberta Flack, the Grammy-winning singer behind the classic ‘Killing Me Softly With His Song,’ died yesterday, her publicist said in a statement, without citing a cause. — AFP pic

Showbiz / 25 Feb 2025

Grammy-winning singer Roberta Flack, voice behind ‘Killing Me Softly,’ dies at 88

Actor Meerqeen is known for his roles in local TV dramas including the hit series ‘Melur Untuk Firdaus’. — Picture by Sayuti Zainuddin

Showbiz / 24 Feb 2025

Game on! Malaysia’s first ‘battle royale’ film ‘Wantugo’ set to thrill audiences this year-end

Demi Moore in Bottega Veneta. — AFP pic

Showbiz / 24 Feb 2025

SAG Awards 2025: Hollywood plays it safe on the red carpet — with a few bold twists

The Conclave cast of Ralph Fiennes, Sergio Castellitto, John Lithgow and Isabella Rossellini. — Reuters pic

Showbiz / 24 Feb 2025

SAG Awards 2025: ‘Conclave’ wins top honours, Chalamet and Moore take acting honours

Anthony Mackie stars as Captain America. — Picture via X/Marvel Studios

Showbiz / 24 Feb 2025

‘Captain America’ slips but holds on to top spot at the box office

DJ Fatboy Slim performs during a concert last year. — Instagram/OfficialFatboySlim pic

Showbiz / 23 Feb 2025

You’ve come a long way, Starmer: Fatboy Slim says odd to see old classmate Keir as UK PM

Rising British star Archie Madekwe. — AFP pic

Showbiz / 23 Feb 2025

Rising British star Archie Madekwe says ‘Lurker’ accurately explores male power dynamics

File picture of an Oscar statue pictured at the red carpet of the 96th Annual Academy Awards at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood, California on March 9, 2024. This year’s Oscar nominations will be unveiled on January 23, 2025 in an announcement postponed by the devastating Los Angeles wildfires, with transgender cartel musical ‘Emilia Perez’ expected to lead a highly competitive field. — AFP pic

Showbiz / 23 Feb 2025

After years of being sidelined, animated films push for a spot in Oscars best picture race