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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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Rakim Mayers, aka A$AP Rocky, appears in court as the verdict is read in his felony assault trial at the Clara Shortridge Foltz Criminal Justice Center in Los Angeles, California, US on February 18, 2025. — Reuters

Showbiz / 19 Feb 2025

A$AP Rocky beats gun charge after jury rules it was more prop than pop

The Chinese animated blockbuster ‘Nezha 2’ has been shattering multiple box office records across China since premiering on the first day of Lunar New Year last month. — AFP pic

Showbiz / 18 Feb 2025

Explainer: Who is Nezha? The mythical Chinese hero behind animated blockbuster ‘Nezha 2’ taking the global box office by storm (VIDEO)

South Korean director Park Chan-wook (centre) poses with cast members (from left) Lee Byung-hun, Lee Young-ae, Kim Tae-woo and Song Kang-ho before a screening of their film ‘Joint Security Area (JSA)’, released in 2000, in Seoul on February 4, 2025. — AFP pic

Showbiz / 18 Feb 2025

A timeless tale of inter-Korean friendship: South Korean blockbuster ‘Joint Security Area’ strikes a chord 25 years on

Singer Jaclyn Victor was upset to see doctored images of herself online. — Screenshot of Instagram/Jaclyn_Victor

Showbiz / 18 Feb 2025

Singer Jaclyn Victor upset at fake AI vid, filing police report

— Picture via Instagram/@taluwangs

Showbiz / 18 Feb 2025

Taiwan star Darren Wang being investigated for alleged military service evasion

Actors Harrison Ford, Danny Ramirez and Anthony Mackie attend the premiere for the film 'Captain America: Brave New World' in Los Angeles, California, February 11, 2025. — Reuters pic

Showbiz / 18 Feb 2025

New ‘Captain America’ crushes competition in N. American theatres

Colombian singer Shakira had gone to the emergency room on Saturday night and was briefly admitted to hospital, prompting her to call off a show Sunday. — AFP pic

Showbiz / 18 Feb 2025

Pain, what pain? Shakira resumes world tour after Lima hospital stay

Shakira performing at Nilton Santos stadium in Rio de Janeiro on February 11, 2025. — AFP pic

Showbiz / 17 Feb 2025

Hips don’t lie, but pain does: Shakira cancels Peru concert after hospitalisation amid world tour kickoff

The Anugerah Juara Lagu 39 (AJL39) has seen more fan engagement via social media compared to last year’s AJL. — Picture by Raymond Manuel

Showbiz / 17 Feb 2025

From a floating piano to a graceful recovery, here are five unforgettable moments from AJL39

Director Edward Berger poses with the award for the Outstanding British Film Award for ‘Conclave’. — Reuters pic

Showbiz / 17 Feb 2025

‘Conclave’ and ‘The Brutalist’ share top Bafta honours

Indian music maestro Ilaiyaraaja (left) and Pink Creative Agency’s creative director Ravivarma Vicraman (right) at a press conference recently ahead of the maestro’s concert in April. — Picture courtesy of Pink Creative Agency

Showbiz / 17 Feb 2025

‘A force of nature’: Indian music maestro Ilaiyaraaja to perform in KL with 70-piece orchestra this April

Marsha Milan (centre) celebrates with fellow winners and finalists of Anugerah Juara Lagu 2025 on stage after the awards ceremony onFebruary 16, 2025. — Picture by Raymond Manuel

Showbiz / 17 Feb 2025

Twenty-year wait finally over: Sabahan singer Marsha Milan crowned winner of AJL39

In 'Dreams', Jessica Chastain’s character Jessica makes a drastic decision she believes will enable her to keep hold of Fernando and cling to her life in San Francisco at the same time—with devastating consequences. — AFP pic

Showbiz / 17 Feb 2025

Jessica Chastain tackles US-Mexico politics in new film ‘Dreams’

Actress Kim Sae-ron had been a rising star, debuting at a young age in 2009 with appearances in dramas that included and ‘Hi! School-Love On’, ‘Listen to My Heart’ and ‘The Queen's Classroom’. — Picture via Instagram/Kim Sae-ron

Showbiz / 16 Feb 2025

‘Secret Healer’ actress Kim Sae-ron, 24, found dead at home in Seoul

Kevyn Major Howard died in a Las Vegas hospital, reportedly after battling respiratory issues for several weeks. — IMDB pic

Showbiz / 16 Feb 2025

Kevyn Major Howard, Rafterman in Kubrick’s ‘Full Metal Jacket’, dies at 69

Spanish actress Karla Sofia Gascon’s old tweets surfaced in January 2025, crashing the campaign for “Emilia Perez” and shaking up the race days before the BAFTAs in London on February 16, 2025. — AFP pic

Showbiz / 16 Feb 2025

BAFTAs: Rival films eye victory after star’s old racist, Islamophobic tweets sinks ‘Emilia Perez’