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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 / 7 h ago

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

At a New Year’s assembly in Putrajaya, Anwar hinted that Bills on a 10-year PM term limit and the separation of prosecutorial powers could be tabled soon. — Picture by Sayuti Zanudin

Malaysia / 2 h ago

Anwar revives reform pledge, hints at Bill to limit PM’s tenure to 10 years, alongside AG-PP split, FOI and Ombudsman

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 / 19 h ago

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

Visitors savour durians at Mujan Lah’s orchard. — Picture via Facebook/Mujan Lah

Malaysia / 5 h ago

Too many durians? Marudi fruit farmers invite public to feast after bumper harvest

A man is seen collapsed near a fast-food outlet in Banting, Kuala Langat, following a suspected shooting late last night. — Picture from social media

Malaysia / 5 h ago

Man shot dead at fast-food outlet in Banting, motorcyclist suspect on the run

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

World / 17 h ago

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

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 / 17 h ago

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

The address is expected to outline the government’s direction, key initiatives and major announcements for the year ahead. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin

Malaysia / 4 h ago

Anwar to deliver 2026 New Year Message with major announcements today

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 / 17 h ago

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

File photo of Malaysian Armed Forces personnel taking part in rehearsals for Merdeka Day celebrations. The Defence Ministry has urged the public not to speculate while investigations into the social media claims are ongoing. — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa

Malaysia / 5 h ago

Defence Ministry orders probe into viral claims of alleged misconduct in military camps

An elderly woman was killed after being hit by a sports utility vehicle (SUV) driven by a foreign man, who is suspected to have been under the influence of alcohol, while she was crossing the road at Jalan Lembah Permai, Tanjung Tokong, late last night. — Picture courtesy of police

Malaysia / 2 h ago

Woman dies after SUV driven by man suspected of drink‑driving hits her in Tanjung Tokong

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 / 17 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 arrest follows the discovery of a 67-year-old grave builder who was found dead, while his son was injured and hospitalised. — The Borneo Post pic

Malaysia / 5 h ago

Woman arrested in Kuching cemetery murder case

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

Singapore / 18 h ago

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

Members of the ‘Colectivos’ militia march in Caracas on January 4, 2026, demanding the release of President Nicolas Maduro after his capture in US strikes. — Reuters pic

World / 4 h ago

‘Pay big price’: Trump warns Venezuela’s new leader of severe consequences if she resists

Sports

46 m ago

Djokovic exits players’ body he co‑founded, slamming governance and transparency issues

Serbia’s Novak Djokovic celebrates winning his first round match against France’s Alexandre Muller at the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club, London, July 1, 2025. — Reuters pic

PARIS, Jan 5 — Novak Djokovic announced on Sunday he was leaving the professional players’ union he co-founded in 2020, citing “concerns regarding transparency and governance” within the body.The Professional Tennis Players Association (PTPA), founded by the current world No. 4 and Canadian Vasek Pospisil, took legal action in March...

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Former world heavyweight champion Tyson Fury announced Sunday he will return to boxing in 2026. — AFP pic

Sports / 56 m ago

‘Return of the mac’: Tyson Fury confirms 2026 comeback

Malaysia’s women’s doubles stars Pearly Tan and M. Thinaah powered through in straight games to keep their semi-final hopes alive. — AFP pic

Sports / 1 h ago

Pearly Tan sets Super 1000 goal as Malaysia Open 2026 begins tomorrow

Gonzalo Garcia bagged a hat-trick for Real Madrid as they beat Real Betis 5-1 on Sunday to stay on La Liga leaders Barcelona’s tail. — AFP pic

Sports / 3 h ago

Garcia hat-trick powers Madrid past Betis 5-1, while Atletico stumble to draw at Sociedad

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Desire Doue and Ousmane Dembele marked their returns to the Paris Saint-Germain starting XI by securing a 2-1 win over Paris FC on Sunday as the French capital enjoyed its first top-flight derby since 1990. — AFP pic

3 h ago

Doue and Dembele fire PSG in Paris derby, Marseille implode with red cards at Nantes

Inter Milan returned to the top of Serie A after a 3-1 win over Bologna at the San Siro on Sunday. — AFP pic

3 h ago

Inter edge Milan in title race, Napoli grind past Lazio, Fiorentina escape drop zone

Manchester City’s Premier League title challenge suffered a huge setback as managerless Chelsea salvaged a dramatic 1-1 draw. — AFP pic

5 h ago

Managerless Blues stun City late on, Liverpool left clinging to top-four spot and United held by Leeds

Johor Darul Ta’zim (JDT) continued their excellent run by maintaining their unbeaten record in the Super League this season after defeating Selangor at Petaling Jaya City Council Stadium. — Bernama pic

5 h ago

Southern Tigers roar again as JDT sink Selangor 2-0 to keep unbeaten Super League streak alive

Japan’s Naomi Osaka reacts after a point against Britain’s Katie Swan during their women’s singles match at the United Cup tennis tournament in Perth on January 4, 2026. — AFP pic

19 h ago

Even with a win from Naomi Osaka, Japan falls to Great Britain in United Cup

Venus Williams will become the oldest woman to play in the main draw at the season-opening Grand Slam after accepting a wildcard, five years after she last competed in Melbourne. — AFP pic

23 h ago

Venus Williams still ‘feeling the fire’ ahead of Australian Open record

The T20 World Cup begins on February 7, co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka. Bangladesh are scheduled to play their four group matches in India. — Reuters file pic

1d ago

Bangladesh to demand T20 World Cup matches be moved outside India

Bournemouth's English first team coach Tommy Elphick (left) joins the press to complain to Referee Chris Kavanagh after the final whistle during the English Premier League football match between Bournemouth and Arsenal at the Vitality Stadium in Bournemouth, southern England on January 3, 2026. — AFP pic

1d ago

Arsenal stretch Premier League lead as Villa win

Strasbourg's British head coach Liam Rosenior has shot down rumours of him moving to Chelsea. — AFP pic

1d ago

‘Nothing concrete’ in Rosenior Chelsea reports

Bangladesh’s Mustafizur Rahman bowls during the Asia Cup 2025 Super Four Twenty20 international match with Pakistan at the Dubai International Stadium in Dubai September 25, 2025. — AFP pic

1d ago

Bangladesh star Mustafizur Rahman removed from IPL on Indian cricket board ‘advice’

John Herdman has been appointed Indonesia head coach after guiding Canada to the 2022 World Cup. — AFP pic

1d ago

Indonesia roll the dice on proven World Cup winner Herdman after qualifiers flop

Madison Keys said today that she was trying to embrace the extra pressure that comes with starting the year’s first Grand Slam as defending champion. ― Reuers pic

1d ago

Australian Open champion Keys aims to embrace pressure in title defence

Belarus' Aryna Sabalenka speaks during a news conference after her Battle of the Sexes exhibition tennis match against Australia's Nick Kyrgios in Dubai December 28, 2025. — Christopher Pike/Pool/AFP pic

1d ago

World No. 1 Sabalenka focused on improvement, not revenge at Australian Open

Australia's Nick Kyrgios holds a news conference after his Battle of the Sexes exhibition tennis match against Belarus' Aryna Sabalenka in Dubai December 28, 2025. — Amr Alfiky/Pool/AFP pic

1d ago

Kyrgios calls himself a ‘chaotic mess’ but vows to enjoy return after injuries

Harimau Malaya winger Arif Aiman Mohd Hanapi has emerged as one of the most successful dribblers in top-division football leagues in the world, according to data released by football statistics platform Sofascore. — Bernama pic

1d ago

Malaysia’s Arif Aiman fourth in global dribbling stats, sole Asian in Sofascore ranking

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