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Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim (centre) participates in a town hall session during the Two Years of Madani Government (2TM) Programme and National Convention on Public Service Reform 2024 at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre. November 22,2024 — Picture by Raymond Manuel
Malaysia  / 19 h ago

It’s a ‘crazy era’ when you’re vilified for being transparent, PM Anwar says after travel expenses disclosure lambasted

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim attends the Two Years of Madani Government (2TM) Programme and National Convention on Public Service Reform at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre.November 22,2024 — Picture by Raymond Manuel
Malaysia  / 19 h ago

‘I’m not poor’: Accused of acting holier than Prophet for refusing wages, PM Anwar says he’s still earning Parliament allowance 

In a statement, Abraham Lincoln Carrier Strike Group Public Affairs said the visit, the first by a US aircraft carrier to Malaysia since 2012, highlights the continuation of a long-standing partnership between the two countries, rooted in close people-to-people, economic, and security ties. — Picture via Facebook National Hydrographic Centre
Malaysia  / 15 h ago

Appearing in ‘Top Gun: Maverick’, US Navy’s USS Abraham Lincoln returns as first aircraft carrier to visit Malaysia in 12 years

Pasir Gudang MP Hassan Karim had criticised Putrajaya for awarding the second 5G network to U Mobile. — Picture from Facebook/Hassan Karim
Malaysia  / 16 h ago

Sanctioned by PKR for slamming second 5G network award to U Mobile, Pasir Gudang MP says won't contest punishment

A Buddha statue is seen at the Wat Sri Suphan in Chiang Mai, north Thailand on November 17, 2024. The Pa Nakhon Chaibovorn monastery in Phichit province is under investigation over its unusual meditation practice incorporating cadavers. — AFP pic
World  / 13 h ago

Thai authorities investigating Buddhist monastery for using cadavers in meditation

Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad said both Israeli leaders are war criminals responsible for the killing of Palestinians and should face punishment. — Picture by Miera Zulyana
Malaysia  / 16 h ago

‘They deserve to be hanged’: Dr M backs ICC’s decision to issue arrest warrants against ‘war criminals’ Netanyahu, Gallant

In a statement today, MetMalaysia said the warning covers the entire state of Terengganu, Kelantan (Tumpat, Pasir Mas, Kota Bharu, Jeli, Tanah Merah, Bachok, Machang, Pasir Puteh and Kuala Krai) and Pahang (Jerantut, Kuantan, Pekan and Rompin). — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 16 h ago

Continuous rain warning for six states until Nov 29

nspector-General of Police Tan Sri Razarudin Husain (left) inspects the Honour Guard during the 77th Marine Police Force Anniversary celebration at the Marine Police Force Headquarters in Lahad Datu. Nov 23, 2024. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 15 h ago

Playtime’s over: IGP says drones will swoop on cops shirking duties with golf breaks

Luck favoured Malaysia’s top men’s doubles pair, Aaron Chia-Soh Wooi Yik, as they secured a spot in the 2024 Badminton World Federation (BWF) World Tour Finals despite their quarterfinal exit at the 2024 China Masters in Shenzhen yesterday. — Bernama pic
Sports  / 19 h ago

Aaron-Wooi Yik get lucky, score spot in BWF World Tour Finals after China Masters exit

Philippine President Ferdinand ‘Bongbong’ Marcos Jr (right) stands next to his Vice-President Sara Duterte during their inauguration ceremony at the National Museum in Manila on June 30, 2022. — Reuters file pic
World  / 13 h ago

Not a joke: Philippine VP Sara Duterte admits to ordering hit on President Bongbong Marcos if she is killed

Federal Traffic Investigation and Enforcement Department director Datuk Seri Mohd Yusri Hassan Basri said 24,400 summonses were settled yesterday. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 14 h ago

Offering 60pc discount, PDRM say collected RM2.1m in summonses on first day of Madani govt anniversary event

The restaurant is known for being one of the most elusive bookings in town, but a source told Malay Mail that Dua Lipa and her boyfriend, Callum Turner, were able to land a reservation as two seats had just opened up. — Picture via Facebook/Dua Lipa
Showbiz  / 18 h ago

Dua Lipa spotted dining at newly-minted Michelin Selected Atelier Binchotan ahead of her performance in KL

Rackson Group’s RM1.5 billion project, Le Meridien Penang Airport and Avion Serviced Apartments, in Bayan Lepas in scheduled for completion by the fourth quarter of 2027. — Picture from Facebook/Chow Kon Yeow
Money  / 11 h ago

Property newcomer Rackson Group seeks to transform Bayan Lepas skyline with RM1.5b serviced apartments near Penang airport

Visitor poses with a military firearm display at the Malaysian Defense Ministry booth during the Two Years of Madani Government (2TM) Programme, held at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre. November 22, 2024 — Picture by Raymond Manuel
Malaysia  / 14 h ago

From M16 to sniper rifles, Madani govt event visitors all smiles handling Armed Forces’ weapons usually only seen in Merdeka parades

South Korean actor Byeon Woo-seok arrives on the red carpet to attend the 2024 MAMA Awards in Osaka November 22, 2024. — AFP pic
Showbiz  / 15 h ago

‘Lovely Runner’ star Byun Woo-seok takes home a 2024 MAMA award for music — despite not being a singer

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A globe is seen in front of Chinese and Taiwanese flags in this illustration, August 6, 2022. — Reuters pic
World / 08 Nov 2024

Analysts: Trump win could make Taiwan a bargaining chip in China-US tensions

Aerial view of Yagua Indigenous people carrying water and other goods due to the low level of the Amazon river at Isla de los Micos, Amazonas department, Colombia, on October 4, 2024. — AFP pic
World / 07 Nov 2024

Record Amazon drought across South America leaves 420,000 children without food, water and schooling, Unicef calls for urgent aid

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz addresses a press conference at the Chancellery in Berlin after a coalition committe meeting on November 6, 2024. Germany's Chancellor Olaf Scholz yesterday fired his Finance Minister Christian Lindner, Scholz's spokesman Steffen Hebestreit told AFP. — AFP pic
World / 07 Nov 2024

German govt in crisis: What comes next for Scholz after sacking finance minister?

Trump had pursued a ‘maximum pressure’ strategy on Iran during his first term as US president. — AFP pic
World / 07 Nov 2024

Iran sees Trump’s victory as chance to reassess ‘wrong policies’ of the past

Craftsmen fix the statue of Hindu god Brahma after it was damaged during the deadly blast at the Erawan shrine in Bangkok August 26, 2015. — Reuters pic
World / 07 Nov 2024

Thai court clears woman in 2015 Erawan shrine bombing case

Residential areas covered by volcanic ash are seen following the Mount Lewotobi Laki-laki volcano eruptions in East Flores regency, East Nusa Tenggara province, Indonesia, November 6, 2024. — Reuters pic
World / 07 Nov 2024

Indonesia’s Mount Lewotobi Laki-Laki erupts seven times, sending locals scrambling for safety

South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol answers a reporter's question during a press conference at the Presidential Office in Seoul on November 7, 2024. Major arms exporter South Korea is not ruling out providing weapons directly to Ukraine, Yoon said, signalling a possible shift in Seoul's stance on the issue. — AFP pic
World / 07 Nov 2024

South Korea president says ‘not ruling out’ weapons support for Ukraine amid North’s Russia involvement

A house is engulfed in the flames of the Mountain Fire as the wildfire scorches acres in Camarillo Heights, Camarillo, California November 6, 2024. — AFP pic
World / 07 Nov 2024

Thousands flee as hurricane-force winds drive ‘dangerously fast’ wildfire through Los Angeles suburbs

Visitors spend their morning under a large tree at Bradleys Head in Sydney, overlooking the Opera House on November 3, 2024, as spring transitions into summer with a high temperature of 33 degrees Celsius. — AFP pic
World / 07 Nov 2024

No, it’s not just you: 2024 on track to be the hottest year ever

US president-elect Donald Trump speaks during an election night event in West Palm Beach, Florida, November 6, 2024. — AFP pic
World / 07 Nov 2024

Trump’s impending return to White House brings criminal cases to a halt

Children gather to receive aid food at Bureij refugee camp in the central Gaza Strip on November 6, 2024, amid the ongoing conflict in the Palestinian territory between Israel and Hamas. — AFP pic
World / 07 Nov 2024

How Trump’s Middle East peace message won over Muslim voters amid Biden backlash over Gaza

One Harris aide said the vice president’s campaign was doomed from the start by her loyalty to the unpopular president. — Reuters pic
World / 07 Nov 2024

‘Chickens coming home to roost’: After Harris’ loss, angry Democrats blame her boss, Biden

Republican president-elect Donald Trump speaks at his election night rally in West Palm Beach, Florida, November 6, 2024. — Reuters pic
World / 07 Nov 2024

China’s Xi urges US to ‘get along’ as he congratulates Trump

Australia Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said the legislation will be introduced into parliament this year, with the laws coming into effect 12 months after it is ratified by lawmakers. — File pic
World / 07 Nov 2024

No more TikTok for teens? Australia moves to ban social media for under-16s

Former US president Barack Obama campaigns in support of Democratic presidential nominee, Vice President Kamala Harris, in Milwaukee November 3, 2024. — AFP pic
World / 07 Nov 2024

‘Not the outcome we hoped for’: Obama acknowledges Trump victory, urges peaceful transition

US Vice President and Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris waves at supporters at the end of her concession speech at Howard University in Washington November 6, 2024. — AFP pic
World / 07 Nov 2024

Don deal: Harris concedes to Trump, pledges to keep fighting in defiant speech