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A video circulating on social media shows a Singapore-registered vehicle refuelling RON95 petrol, with part of the number plate obscured.

Malaysia / 16 h ago

Johor police: Singapore-registered car in viral RON95 refuelling clip traced, owner summoned

Anthony Loke said Anwar’s 2026 New Year Message during the Prime Minister’s Department monthly assembly for January is expected to address key issues including the economy, education and institutional reform. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin

Malaysia / 15 h ago

Anwar to chair special Cabinet meeting before PM’s Dept New Year address with key announcements expected, says Loke

Teoh Siew Li pleaded not guilty at the Magistrate’s Court in Alor Setar on January 4, 2026, to three charges linked to an incident involving a police officer. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 15 h ago

Woman denies charges of insulting Islam, assaulting officer and obscene gesture in Mergong

The initiatives come as schools return to a January academic calendar, which the education minister described as a critical transition year. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 18 h ago

Fadhlina: New preschool curriculum, education plan top MOE priorities for 2026

China conducted a live-firing exercise involving its land, air, and sea military units around Taiwan in December 2025. — Reuters pic

World / 13 h ago

Could China move in on Taiwan now after US strike on Venezuela? Analysts weigh in

Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) deputy managing director (development) Eneng Faridah Iskandar says the Online Safety Act 2025 will not restrict freedom of expression. — Picture by Choo Choy May

Malaysia / 3 h ago

Here’s what Malaysians can expect as social media firms come under Malaysian laws now

TNB says EVs are designed with very strict safety systems to ensure they remain safe during floods, adding that modern charging stations are built with water- and dust-resistant designs, automatic cut-off systems and moisture sensors. — SoyaCincau pic

Life / 13 h ago

Charging your EV during a flood? Here’s what TNB wants you to know

A mother and daughter were killed in a road accident involving two vehicles at Kilometre 33 of Jalan Kebun Baru–Bukit Serampang here on Saturday. — Picture from Facebook

Malaysia / 18 h ago

Mother and daughter killed in Tangkak crash after buffalo collision

A photograph which US President Donald Trump posted on his Truth Social account shows what he described as Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro on board the USS Iwo Jima amphibious assault ship on January 3, 2026. — Reuters pic

Malaysia / 17 h ago

‘Let Venezuelans decide’: Anwar urges release of Maduro, says US action violates international law

Besraya (M) Sdn Bhd said motorists travelling south are advised to use the U-turn at KM8.6, while northbound drivers should use KM10.5. — Picture from X/Bernama

Malaysia / 17 h ago

Besraya to close KM9.5 U-turn for six months in traffic flow trial from Jan 5

Anita Yusof’s Global Dream Ride that began in 2015 aboard her trusty Yamaha FZ150i motorbike has taken her to over 120 countries on all seven continents. — Pictures from Instagram/gdranitayusof

Life / 13 h ago

A woman and her bike: Malaysian Anita Yusof, 58, proves age and gender not barriers to round-the-world adventure (VIDEO)

A private sector worker has been detained for allegedly involved in a fight at the Sungai Long Toll Plaza on the East Klang Valley Expressway (EKVE) heading towards Balakong on Friday. — Screengrab of video via social media

Malaysia / 18 h ago

Police probe Sungai Long Toll Plaza fight that disrupted traffic, man remanded

Four assemblymen in Sabah said the number of Kota Kinabalu residents recorded as non-Malaysian citizens has grown exponentially between 2023 and 2024, making up 20.9 per cent of the state capital city’s estimated 600,000 residents. — Picture by Firdaus Latif

Malaysia / 13 h ago

Explain this rise: Four Sabah reps demand CM Hajiji answer after DOSM logs one in five people in KK as non-Malaysian

The price tag for a licence to drive in Singapore just got heavier from January 1, 2026. — Picture from Facebook/ComfortDelGro

Singapore / 14 h ago

Buckle up: Driving lessons in Singapore is very dear in 2026, here’s the breakdown

Police said the victim was introduced to the scheme by a woman he met on Facebook before being contacted via WhatsApp. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin

Malaysia / 14 h ago

Police: ‘200pc returns’ lure leaves Penang retiree RM1m poorer

Showbiz

17 h ago

Chinese star Fan Bingbing receives Melaka cultural diplomacy award, launches Fan Beauty Diary in Singapore

Chinese actress and Melaka tourism ambassador Datuk Fan Bingbing receives the Melaka International Cultural Diplomacy Icon Award in recognition of her role in fostering cross cultural dialogue. — Picture via X/Fan Bingbing 范冰冰

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 4 — Datuk Fan Bingbing, Chinese actress and Melaka tourism ambassador, recently received the Melaka International Cultural Diplomacy Icon Award in recognition of her role in fostering cross cultural dialogue.In a post on X, she wrote, “Culture connects the world. Honoured to receive the Melaka International Cultural...

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Malaysian actor Irfan Zaini poses alongside his acting idol, ‘Thalapathy’ Vijay, and is set to appear in Vijay’s final film, ‘Jana Nayagan’. — Picture via Instagram/iam_irfun

Showbiz / 21 h ago

Malaysian actor Irfan Zaini fuels hype after appearing in trailer of Vijay’s final film ‘Jana Nayagan’ (VIDEO)

Tom Cruise arrives at the premiere of ‘Top Gun: Maverick’ in London May 19, 2022. The US$1.5 billion global hit was cleared of copyright infringement after a US federal appeals court ruled the sequel was not substantially similar to the 1983 magazine article that inspired the original film. — Reuters pic

Showbiz / 1d ago

US appeals court says ‘Negative, Ghost Rider’ to ‘Top Gun: Maverick’ copyright lawsuit

Taiwanese-American stand-up star Sheng Wang is set to bring laughs to Malaysia on January 9, 2026, at The Platform @ Menara Ken TTDI in Taman Tun Dr Ismail, Kuala Lumpur. — Picture courtesy of LOL Asia

Showbiz / 1d ago

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

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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

2d 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

2d 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

2d ago

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

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

2d 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

2d 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.

2d 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

2d 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

02 Jan 2026

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

01 Jan 2026

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

01 Jan 2026

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

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

01 Jan 2026

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

01 Jan 2026

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)

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