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The Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Ministry is investigating allegations of Singapore-registered cars illegally purchasing subsidised Ron95 petrol in Johor. — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa

Malaysia / 4 h ago

Johor KPDN probes alleged tactic of Malaysians pumping RON95 into Singapore vehicles

Picture of fire at Fuerte Tiuna, Venezuela's largest military complex, after a series of explosions in Caracas January 3, 2026. — AFP pic

World / 4 h ago

Maduro declares emergency after blasts in capital, says Venezuela facing ‘extremely serious military aggression’ by US

The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission said it has identified several other suspects in a corruption case involving procurement projects linked to a senior Army officer, while investigations continue as the main suspect remains under medical treatment. — Picture by Choo Choy May

Malaysia / 11 h ago

MACC identifies more suspects in military procurement case

Royal Malaysian Customs Department director-general Datuk Anis Rizana Mohd Zainudin said the relocation of high-tech scanners at the departure area of Kuala Lumpur International Airport Terminal 1 has streamlined passenger flow while improving smuggling detection. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 10 h ago

Customs Dept: KLIA Terminal 1 scan machine shift cuts queues, boosts smuggling detection

The expansion of the Early Schooling Aid (BAP) to cover all students irrespective of household income highlights the government’s commitment to positioning education as a strategic investment for inclusive and sustainable access. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 7 h ago

Every child to receive RM150: Early Schooling Aid widens as govt pushes for fairer, more inclusive education

Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife Cilia Flores are shown in this file photo. US President Donald Trump said they were captured and flown out of Venezuela after US strikes earlier today. — Miraflores Palace/Handout via Reuters

World / 3 h ago

‘Captured and flown out’: Trump says US seizes Venezuela’s Maduro and his wife after ‘large-scale strike’

Penang Police chief Datuk Azizee Ismail said a 64-year-old real estate agent lost RM759,950 after being duped into an online gambling investment scam that promised quick returns. — Picture by Firdaus Latif

Malaysia / 10 h ago

Penang real estate agent loses RM760,000 in ‘Casino Marina Bay’ online investment scam

Umno Youth chief Datuk Dr Muhamad Akmal Saleh today urged Malay unity, declaring that Umno and PAS must lead the way as the party reviews its place in the unity government. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 2 h ago

Akmal warns of ‘red lines’ crossed as Umno Youth weighs cooperation with Pakatan

The Malaysian Foreign Fish Hunting Squad (SPIA) recorded a catch of about 75 tonnes of suckermouth catfish or ikan bandaraya throughout Peninsular Malaysia from the end of 2023 to last December. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 5 h ago

Reeling in trouble: Malaysia nets 75 tonnes of invasive ‘ikan bandaraya’ nationwide

Delays by the Malaysian Medical Council in issuing 2026 practising certificates have reportedly affected several thousand doctors nationwide. — AFP pic

Malaysia / 8 h ago

Thousands of doctors left practising without valid licences as MMC faces 2026 certificate delays

The Malaysian Medical Council apologised for delays in issuing 2026 practising certificates, citing a late-year surge in applications and incomplete supporting documents. — Unsplash pic

Malaysia / 9 h ago

MMC apologises for delay in issuing 2026 practising certificates, says no action against affected doctors

Puspakom Sdn Bhd will raise its Vehicle Inspection Booking Processing Fee to RM5 from RM3.50 starting Sunday as it prepares to roll out a new booking system integrated with JPJ’s mySIKAP portal. — Picture by Hari Anggara

Malaysia / 10 h ago

Puspakom revises vehicle inspection booking fee to RM5

A three-member bench comprising Justices Datuk Hashim Hamzah (now Chief Judge of Malaya), Datuk Mohamed Zaini Mazlan and Datuk Azmi Ariffin dismissed Teh Geok Chin’s appeal against his conviction and sentence. — Reuters pic

Malaysia / 11 h ago

Court of Appeal upholds 30-year jail, whipping on tiler for trafficking over 1kg of cannabis

This picture taken on December 31, 2025 and released by North Korea's official Korean Central News Agency (KCNA) via KNS on January 1, 2026 shows North Korean leader Kim Jong Un watching a New Year's performance with his daughter Kim Ju Ae (left) at the May Day Stadium in Pyongyang. — KCNA pic via KNS/AFP

World / 13 h ago

North Korean leader’s daughter fuels succession talk with visit to mausoleum of ‘eternal leaders’

Deputy Inspector-General of Police Ayob Khan Mydin Pitchay said Malaysia needs preventive legal measures such as the ISA and Sosma to address complex, cross-border extremist threats. — Picture by Shafwan Zaidon

Malaysia / 5 h ago

Police need ‘weapons’ like Sosma, ISA to counter extremist threats, says deputy IGP

Showbiz

3 h ago

From life lessons to laughs: Sheng Wang previews his 2026 Malaysia stand-up show

Taiwanese-American stand-up star Sheng Wang is set to bring laughs to Malaysia on January 9, 2026, at the HXC Grand Ballroom, United Point Mall in Kuala Lumpur. — Picture courtesy of LOL Asia

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 3 — A craft that demands creativity, a unique style, precision, and, of course, a killer punchline, stand-up comedy is an art that only a select few can truly master.Taiwanese-American Sheng Wang firmly belongs in that category, with two decades of experience performing in front of live audiences,...

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Moviegoers hold character cutouts from the movie ‘Zootopia 2’ in Shanghai. The movie’s success has largely been driven by a US$560 million-plus run in China and a US$556m global opening weekend. — Reuters pic

Showbiz / 1d ago

‘Zootopia 2’ tops ‘Frozen 2’ to become Disney Animation’s top-grossing film ever

Leo Ku rang in 2026 by revealing he and wife Lorraine Chan, 57, have welcomed a second son, making their eldest, Kuson, a big brother. — Picture via Facebook/Leo Ku

Showbiz / 1d ago

Hong Kong star Leo Ku shares New Year joy as his wife, 57, welcomes their second son

Shah Rukh Khan, co-owner of Kolkata Knight Riders, appears at an IPL event in Kolkata last year. The actor has recently been drawn into controversy over his team’s signing of Bangladeshi fast bowler Mustafizur Rahman. — AFP pic

Showbiz / 1d ago

Shah Rukh Khan hit with ‘traitor’ slur after Kolkata Knight Riders signs Bangladeshi cricketer

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Jack Black and Paul Rudd star in the self-aware action-comedy reboot of ‘Anaconda’, which debuts at No. 3 at the local box office this week. — Picture courtesy of YouTube/Sony Pictures Entertainment

1d ago

Malay Mail’s Top 10 Picks: ‘Anaconda’ slithers into No. 3 as ‘Papa Zola The Movie’ stays king

Datuk Yusof Haslam (2nd right) said desperation, sacrifice and belief carried him through the toughest days of building Skop Productions. — Bernama pic

1d ago

Yusof Haslam says ‘along’ loan — backed by son Syamsul Yusof’s birth certificate — launched his career

Fresh off his win on ‘Raise The Star Malaysia’, Didie Shazry releases his debut album ‘Demi Sebuah Rindu’, a nine-track project shaped by themes of mental health, grief and emotional restraint.

1d ago

‘Demi Sebuah Rindu’: The quiet weight behind Didie Shazry’s debut

Will Smith and wife Jada Pinkett Smith attend a public event in Los Angeles. A violinist who toured with the actor has filed a lawsuit alleging harassment and wrongful termination. — AFP pic

1d ago

Will Smith accused of sexual harassment by former tour musician in new lawsuit

JJ Lin shares a rare glimpse into his private life, posting a family photo with influencer Annalisa while celebrating his mother’s 70th birthday. — Picture via Facebook/JJLin

1d ago

JJ Lin breaks silence after Instagram official post with influencer Annalisa sparks ‘smear campaigns’

Before their military service, BTS generated more than 5.5 trillion won (RM15.4 billion) in South Korea per year, according to the government-backed Korea Culture and Tourism Institute. — Viacom handout pic via Reuters

1d ago

K-pop stars BTS to release album in March ahead of world tour

Wanna One achieved great success during their short time as a group. — Picture via X

2d ago

K-pop survival show group Wanna One teases reunion (VIDEO)

Former BigBang member TOP has teased his first solo album. — Instagram pic

2d ago

Former BigBang rapper T.O.P teases major comeback with new album announcement (VIDEO)

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

2d ago

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

‘Ejen Ali The Movie 2: Misi Satria’ became the highest-grossing animated film in Malaysian history in 2025. — Picture via YouTube/Ejen Ali

31 Dec 2025

2025 was huge for animation — here’s what’s coming in 2026 and beyond (VIDEO)

American actor Isiah Whitlock Jr who died December 30, 2025, is remembered for his dragging out the pejorative ‘shit’ as “sheeeee-it”. — Picture from YouTube screenshot

31 Dec 2025

Actor Isiah Whitlock Jr, famed as ‘The Wire’ politician and for Spike Lee films, dies at 71

It's been an eventful year in the local music industry with many ups and downs, here are some of it. — Picture by Firdaus Latif and courtesy of Bernama/ Instagram/Icon Entertainment

31 Dec 2025

GenKRU, KIIRAS and sold-out stadiums: Malaysia’s music scene had main-character energy in 2025 (VIDEO)

NewJeans member Danielle (centre) has been removed from the group, with label ADOR filing a compensation lawsuit following a prolonged contract dispute. — Reuters pic

30 Dec 2025

NewJeans fallout deepens as K-pop label ADOR sues Danielle

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

30 Dec 2025

George Clooney, his wife Amal and their children obtain French citizenship

Future Studio president and ‘Pirate Queen: Zheng Yi Sao's executive producer, Professor Yoki Chin (Left) is excited to spearhead the theatrical release of the world's first AI-generated film this January 1. — Picture by Choo Choy May

30 Dec 2025

Malaysia to screen first AI-generated film ‘Pirate Queen: Zheng Yi Sao’ from Jan 1

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