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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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British rock band Coldplay performs onstage during a concert as part of their Music of the Spheres World Tour, at the DY Patil stadium in Navi Mumbai, India on January 18, 2025. — AFP pic

Showbiz / 16 Feb 2025

Superstars, scrambles, and growing pains: India’s concert scene set to soar, but shows need fine-tuning

YouTube screenshot of a scene from ‘Anora’, one of the contenders for Best Film at the BAFTAs 2025.

Showbiz / 16 Feb 2025

The BAFTA race heats up: Will ‘Anora’ steal the best film spotlight from frontrunners ‘Conclave’ and ‘The Brutalist’?

Malaysia's annual pop music competition, Anugerah Juara Lagu, returns with its 39th edition, broadcasting live on TV3 this February 16 at 9pm. — Picture from Instagram/TV3Malaysia

Showbiz / 16 Feb 2025

What to expect from AJL39: Ten finalists, new format, and a night of musical brilliance

South Korean director Bong Joon Ho denied making films ‘just for the sake of political satire’, but it is hard to look past current affairs when watching his latest creation. — AFP pic

Showbiz / 16 Feb 2025

Musk and space travel skewered in ‘Parasite’ S. Korean director Bong Joon-ho’s latest

NewJeans is now NJZ but their legal issues remain. — Picture via social media

Showbiz / 16 Feb 2025

NJZ/NewJeans saga so far: Parents suing TenAsia for fake news, NJZ hate accounts shutter

Siti Saleha married beau Joshua Fitton in an intimate ceremony held at Janda Baik.— Picture via Instagram/sally_who

Showbiz / 15 Feb 2025

Actress Siti Saleha weds fashion designer beau Joshua Fitton in elegant, intimate setting

Jisoo has been riding high on the iTunes charts as well as spoiling fans with plenty of content. — Picture via X/Blissoo

Showbiz / 15 Feb 2025

Blackpink Jisoo hits No.1 on Malaysia iTunes albums, shows off lethal aim in ‘Omniscient Reader’ TV show (VIDEO)

TikTok has served as a springboard for several artists, including American pop star Sabrina Carpenter. — AFP pic

Showbiz / 15 Feb 2025

TikTok's impact on the music industry: A powerhouse of viral success

(From left) Demi Moore, Renée Zellweger and Nicole Kidman. — Pictures courtesy of Mubi Deutschland/StudioCanal/Constantin Film/Niko Tavernise

Showbiz / 15 Feb 2025

From Renée Zellweger to Demi Moore, how midlife actresses are challenging norms and embracing age to reclaim Hollywood’s spotlight

This photograph taken on February 6, 2024, shows a view of the Eiffel tower in Paris. Rock ‘n’ roll icon Jim Morrison will have a central Paris footbridge named after him, the city has decided. — AFP pic

Showbiz / 15 Feb 2025

Rock legend Jim Morrison’s legacy lives on: Paris names footbridge after The Doors frontman

(From 2nd left) Human rights activist Duzen Tekkal, German actor Christian Berkel, German actress Andrea Sawatzki, actress, German actor Ulrich Matthes and Tricia Tuttle Berlinale director pose on the red carpet with photos of Israeli hostage David Cunio prior the opening ceremony and the screening of the film ‘Das Licht’ (The light) in the ‘Berlinale special’ section of the 75th Berlinale, Europe’s first major film festival of the year, in Berlin on February 13, 2025. — AFP pic

Showbiz / 15 Feb 2025

Berlin festival seeks to bury Gaza row with Israeli hostage documentary ‘A Letter to David’

Jay Z chats with Jelly Roll during the 66th Annual Grammy Awards in Los Angeles, California February 4, 2024. — Reuters pic

Showbiz / 15 Feb 2025

Hip-hop stars Jay-Z and Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs’ accuser drops lawsuit alleging sexual assault

The high-octane Indian Tamil-language action thriller ‘Vidaamuyarchi’, starring the iconic Ajith Kumar, has soared to the top of the local box office. — Picture via Instagram/ajithkumar_offll

Showbiz / 14 Feb 2025

Malay Mail’s Top 10 Picks: Indian action thriller ‘Vidaamuyarchi’ starring legendary Ajith Kumar tops Malaysian box office, highest-grossing Tamil film of 2025

Blackpink’s Jisoo will make her solo comeback with a new EP titled ‘Amortage’. — Picture via YouTube/JISOO

Showbiz / 14 Feb 2025

Blackpink’s Jisoo shakes things up with new solo EP ‘Amortage’ after two-year hiatus, featuring lead single ‘Earthquake’ and songs in Korean and English (VIDEO)

Scottish actress Tilda Swinton poses on stage after having been presented with the Honorary Bear of the Berlinale during the opening ceremony ahead of the screening of the film ‘Das Licht’ (The light) in the ‘Berlinale special’ section of the 75th Berlinale, Europe’s first major film festival of the year, in Berlin February 13, 2025. — AFP pic

Showbiz / 14 Feb 2025

Actress Swinton lashes out at ‘greed-addicted govts’ in fiery Berlin speech, says ‘the inhumane is perpetrated on our watch’

Kanye West and his wife Bianca Censori have split, reports said yesterday, capping two weeks of controversy for the rapper whose once-stellar career has descended into chaos. — AFP pic

Showbiz / 14 Feb 2025

‘Swastika shirt was the last straw’: Kanye West and Bianca Censori reportedly split after controversial T-shirt sale on Yeezy site