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Starting January 1, businesses with an annual turnover or revenue of up to RM5 million will be required to implement e-invoicing. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 18 h ago

Starting today, businesses with revenue up to RM5m required to implement e-invoicing

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim was the guest of honour at the Visit Malaysia 2026 Countdown campaign in Pavilion KL, December 31, 2025. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin

Malaysia / 19 h ago

Anwar joins packed Bukit Bintang crowd to ring in New Year, kick off Visit Malaysia 2026

The July LKAN report revealed that three of the seven UKM tenders, totalling RM58.45 million, failed to comply with prescribed procurement procedures. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 12 h ago

MACC probes RM58.45m UKM tenders flagged by Auditor-General over governance lapses

Suspected space debris, measuring 4.26×3.64 metres, was found along the Nenasi coast in Pekan, Pahang on December 30, 2025 and is temporarily stored at Nenasi Police Station for safety and further investigation. — Bernama

Malaysia / 11 h ago

Something out of this world lands on Pekan shore, Atomic Energy Dept says not radioactive

The Kedah menteri besar added that PAS’ struggle to gain control of the country’s political system must continue consistently and with determination. — Picture by Shafwan Zaidon

Malaysia / 16 h ago

PAS wants to restore Islam as the core of governance, says Kedah MB

The wrecked Lexus LC500 sports convertible at the scene of the accident along Jalan Stutong in Kuching, Sarawak on January 1, 2026. — The Borneo Post

Malaysia / 11 h ago

Convertible chaos: Firefighters rescue Lexus lover stuck in wrecked car on first day of 2026

Actor George Clooney and Amal Clooney host their annual fundraiser ‘The Albie Awards’ in London October 3, 2025. — Reuters pic

Showbiz / 17 h ago

Trump tells France it can ‘keep’ George Clooney as row brews over actor’s new passport

Visit Malaysia Year 2026 is targeting 45 million international arrivals. — Picture by Raymond Manuel

Malaysia / 14 h ago

2026 ahead: Here's some of the events and policies to look out for Malaysians

A consultant lost RM690,500 to an online investment scam in November, Penang police chief Datuk Azizee Ismail said. — Picture by Firdaus Latif

Malaysia / 9 h ago

Consultant in Penang loses RM690,500 in online scam promising 100pc returns

The Housing and Local Government Ministry (KPKT) said the enforcement will cover Johor, Melaka, Negeri Sembilan, Pahang, Perlis and Kedah, as well as the Federal Territories of Kuala Lumpur and Putrajaya. — John Cameron/Unsplash pic

Malaysia / 18 h ago

Clean up or clock in: Community service for littering starts today in Johor, Melaka, N. Sembilan, Pahang, Perlis, Kedah, KL and Putrajaya

Police officers conduct checks on motorcyclists during the Ops Samseng Jalanan at Jalan Sultan Azlan Shah early this morning, January 1, 2026. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 17 h ago

Pregnant wife faces ordeal after husband tests positive for drugs during roadblock at Jalan Duta Toll

A multidisciplinary team at Universiti Malaya Medical Centre (PPUM) has made Malaysian medical history after successfully performing a liver transplant on a four-month-old baby boy weighing just 6.2kg, the youngest and lightest recipient recorded in the country. — Picture courtesy of Universiti Malaya Medical Centre

Malaysia / 9 h ago

Malaysia’s youngest liver transplant: Baby collapses before surgery, survives through mother’s donation and PPUM teamwork

Plaza Merdeka staff cleaning up the debris from the fallen ceiling. — The Borneo Post pic

Malaysia / 11 h ago

Ceiling at Plaza Merdeka in Kuching drops on NYE, shoppers unharmed

The Health Ministry denied that patients who walk into its clinics will not be treated after allegations spread on social media. — Picture from Facebook/KEMENTERIAN KESIHATAN MALAYSIA

Malaysia / 11 h ago

Appointments preferred, but walk-ins not turned away, says Health Ministry

According to the tourism minister, feedback from relevant agencies indicated that some tourists had raised concerns about unfriendly behaviour, including instances of impatience and hostility. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 18 h ago

Be friendlier, Malaysians: Tourism minister urges warmth and cleanliness ahead of Visit Malaysia 2026

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Naomi Osaka draws strength from daughter Shai as she kicks off United Cup campaign for Japan

Naomi Osaka withdrew from her Japan Open quarter-final against Jaqueline Cristian due to a leg injury, adding to a string of withdrawals in the Asian swing of tournaments. — AFP pic

PERTH, Jan 1 — An excited Naomi Osaka will lean on family ties as she leads Japan in Friday’s opening day at the United Cup in Australia, kicking off her season with a testing clash against former world number three Maria Sakkari.Four-time Grand Slam champion Osaka, who won Australian Open...

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Jeremy Doku could be involved when Manchester City travel to Sunderland on New Year’s Day, manager Pep Guardiola said Wednesday. — AFP pic

Sports / 16 h ago

Guardiola says Rodri and Doku may feature as injury‑hit Manchester City face tough trip to Sunderland

Former world heavyweight boxing champion Anthony Joshua has been discharged from hospital. — AFP pic

Sports / 17 h ago

Boxing star Anthony Joshua discharged from hospital after fatal SUV crash in Nigeria

Reigning champions Ivory Coast pipped Cameroon to top spot in their group after Algeria maintained their perfect record as the first round of the Africa Cup of Nations concluded on Wednesday. — AFP pic

Sports / 17 h ago

Ivory Coast edge Cameroon on goals scored, Algeria flawless as Afcon knockout stage takes shape

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Real Madrid on Wednesday said that Kylian Mbappe had suffered a knee sprain, delivering a blow to their bid to reel in Liga leaders Barcelona. — Reuters pic

19 h ago

Real Madrid rocked as Mbappe suffers knee sprain, leaving Barcelona chase in doubt

Kelantan Red Warriors FC has completed the list of 16 teams set to compete in the 2025-2026 Malaysia Cup after Kedah FA and Armed Forces FC opted not to take part in the prestigious tournament this season. — Bernama pic

1d ago

Kelantan Red Warriors complete 16‑team line‑up for Malaysia Cup 2025‑26

Italy’s Jannik Sinner (left) and Spain’s Carlos Alcaraz, nicknamed the ‘Sincaraz’ duo, at the ATP Finals in Turin on November 16, 2025. — AFP pic

1d ago

‘Sincarez’ duo and Sabalenka kick off 2026 season with Australian Open in sight

Manchester United’s Portuguese head coach Ruben Amorim reacts at the end of the English Premier League football match between Manchester United and Wolverhampton Wanderers at Old Trafford in Manchester, north west England, on December 30, 2025. — AFP pic

1d ago

Depleted Man United ‘lack quality’: Amorim rues missed chance after Wolves stalemate

Arsenal’s Spanish defender #36 Martin Zubimendi © celebrates after scoring their second goal during the English Premier League football match between Arsenal and Aston Villa at the Emirates Stadium in London on December 30, 2025. — AFP pic

1d ago

Arsenal end Villa’s streak with 4-1 rout as Man United, Chelsea falter in top-four chase

National men’s singles shuttler Lee Zii Jia said he respected coach Yeoh Kay Bin’s decision to move on, thanking him for his support during an injury-hit season. — Bernama pic

1d ago

Lee Zii Jia’s coach Yeoh Kay Bin quits team after one year, to pursue personal goals

Malaysia is scheduled to host the Malaysia Open badminton championship at the Axiata Arena, Bukit Jalil in Kuala Lumpur, from January 6 to 11.

1d ago

All eyes on 2026 as Malaysia readies athletes — and hosts — for a blockbuster sports year

Cheng Tang Jie and Toh Ee Wei win gold at the world championships. — Picture via Instagram/@toh.eewei

1d ago

From Paris to Chengdu: Malaysia’s 2025 sporting year of golds and historic firsts

Girls are given instruction during a TeamSport Go Karting girl only taster session in Nottingham October 29, 2025. — AFP pic

2d ago

Girls on the fast track: Young racers rev up bid to break Formula 1’s glass ceiling

Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang leaves AFCON early through injury as Gabon’s campaign comes to an end. — AFP pic

2d ago

No final bow: Injured Aubameyang’s Gabon story ends with Afcon whimper

Japanese football legend Kazuyoshi Miura, nicknamed King Kazu, who turns 59 in February 2026, heads into his 41st season with Fukushima United until June 2026. — Picture from X/@Naaaokiii_11

2d ago

‘King Kazu’ kicks on: Japan’s oldest footballer joins new club Fukushima United at 58

British boxer Anthony Joshua celebrates after defeating Jake Paul at the Kaseya Center in Miami, Florida on December 19, 2025. — AFP pic

2d ago

Boxing star Anthony Joshua survives car crash in Nigeria that killed two friends

Fifa pesident Gianni Infantino speaks during the 2026 World Cup schedule announcement in Washington DC, on December 6, 2025. — AFP pic

2d ago

Infantino defends 2026 World Cup ticket prices, says ‘without Fifa there would be no football’

Framing 2026 as a deliberate final push rather than a slow exit, Stan Wawrinka said he remains motivated to chase personal goals despite being at peace with his decision to retire. — Reuters pic

29 Dec 2025

Stan Wawrinka ‘at peace’ with retirement but no plans to go quietly as farewell season begins in Perth

FAM acting president Datuk Mohd Yusoff Mahadi said Datuk Ong Kim Swee must be given full trust and authority to reshape the National Football Development Programme. — Picture by Hari Anggara

29 Dec 2025

‘We cannot restrict him’: FAM says Ong Kim Swee must be given space to rebuild Malaysia’s youth football

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