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This Ipoh Curry Mee stall's last day of business is today as they will be relocating to Bandar Kinrara. — Picture by Lee Khang Yi

Eat-drink / 14 h ago

Ara Damansara Restoran Do Re Mi 123’s Ipoh curry ‘mee’ stall to relocate to Bandar Kinrara Restoran BK 33 Kopitiam

Former national mixed doubles player Goh Liu Ying said the world number four pair not only needs to communicate with each other, but should discuss more in depth with their coaches to ensure they are on the same track and goal. — Bernama pic

Sports / 14 h ago

‘Talk it out with your coach’: Ex-Olympian Goh Liu Ying’s advice to Chen Tang Jie-Toh Ee Wei after on-court tension

FashionValet Sdn Bhd founder Datin Vivy Yusof and her husband, Datuk Fadzarudin Shah Anuar, at the Kuala Lumpur High Court December 5, 2024. — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa

Malaysia / 11 h ago

Vivy Yusof, husband to face 15-day trial over RM8 million criminal breach of trust charge involving Khazanah and PNB funds

Student activists involved in the weekend rally Gempur Rasuah Sabah 2.0 cleaned up the burn marks on the ground with brushes and soap after burning of a caricature of Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.— Pictures courtesy of Suara Mahasiswa UMS

Malaysia / 6 h ago

Student activists face police probe, possible expulsion after caricature of PM set ablaze during rally

A new regulation requiring Malay-language listings on major e-commerce platforms such as Shopee, Lazada, and TikTok Shop has been temporarily postponed following a wave of public backlash. ― Picture by Miera Zulyana

Malaysia / 13 h ago

E-commerce Malay language rule paused, ministry to gather feedback from sellers

The US-headquartered semiconductor giant Intel, that has invested RM50 billion in Malaysia and employs 12,300 local workers, is reportedly looking to trim over 20 per cent of its workforce even as its newest facility in Penang nears completion. — Reuters pic

Money / 11 h ago

InvestPenang seeks clarity on Intel’s plan as new Penang facility nears completion amid reported global job cuts

Transport Minister Anthony Loke speaks during a conference on the rationalisation of Malaysia Aviation Commission (MAVCOM) and Civil Aviation Authority of Malaysia (CAAM) at Putrajaya June 23, 2025 — Picture by Raymond Manuel

Malaysia / 14 h ago

Loke: CAAM to go independent, merge with Mavcom on August 1, saving RM1.5b

The runway at Kuching International Airport (KIA) is currently closed to facilitate the removal of a Royal Malaysian Air Force aircraft and subsequent runway clearing works, following an aircraft-related incident at 11.30am today. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 11 h ago

Kuching International Airport runway closed after aircraft incident, flight operations impacted

The ringgit rebounded from yesterday’s losses to end higher against the US dollar on Friday, as the latest developments on the Iran-Israel war sparked some buying interest in emerging currencies, a dealer said. — Picture by Raymond Manuel

Money / 16 h ago

Ringgit climbs against major currencies at opening as Iran tensions, US airstrikes lift oil and gold

People and rescuers inspect the damage at the site of a reported suicide attack at the Saint Elias church in Damascus’ Dwelaa area on June 22, 2025. Syrian state media reported a suicide attack on a Damascus church on June 22 that caused casualties, as AFP correspondents at the scene saw first responders transporting people from the site. — AFP pic

World / 16 h ago

Suicide bomber kills 22 in Damascus church attack; IS blamed in Syria’s first such strike since war began

It’s hard to not pile your plate of ‘nasi lemak’ with goodies like ‘rendang’ chicken, fried luncheon meat and ‘petai ikan bilis’. — Picture by Lee Khang Yi

Eat-drink / 17 h ago

Want a great start to your day? Head to Kelana Jaya’s Nam Gor Hainan Kopitiam for this Chinese style ‘nasi lemak’

Puan Sri Datuk Amar Juma’ani Tuanku Bujang, the wife of Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg, has passed away. — The Borneo Post pic

Malaysia / 17 h ago

Sarawak Premier’s wife Juma’ani Tuanku Bujang dies at age 76

Northeast district police chief Assistant Commissioner Abdul Rozak Muhammad said the two men were behaving suspiciously near the entrance of the police headquarters at about 4.30pm yesterday. — Picture By Raymond Manuel

Malaysia / 12 h ago

Chest bitten, face punched: Police remand two youths who allegedly attacked officer at Penang headquarters

The Malaysia Rail Link Sdn Bhd (MRL) has raised concerns over a series of cable theft incidents that could disrupt the planning and operational timeline of the East Coast Rail Link (ECRL) project, which is now at a critical phase ahead of its targeted completion in December 2026. — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa

Malaysia / 16 h ago

ECRL cable thefts raise alarm, could derail testing schedule, says MRL CEO

This grab taken from UGC images posted on social media on June 23, 2025 shows a plume of smoke billowing after Israeli strikes in Tehran. — Anonymous/UGC/AFP pic

World / 5 h ago

Israel strikes Tehran’s Evin prison in largest attack yet; Iran warns US but holds fire — for now

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Malaysia / 8 h ago

Merdeka Center poll: 73pc of Malaysians say economy is top issue, Anwar gets 55pc approval rating

According to the center’s “National Survey Highlights May 2025” report, when respondents were asked to name their top concerns, they pointed to inflation (33 per cent), economic growth (13 per cent), corruption (seven per cent). — Picture by Hari Anggara

KUALA LUMPUR, June 26 — A total of 73 per cent of Malaysian voters identified economic issues as the biggest problem facing the country, according to a new mid-term survey by Merdeka Center on the performance of the Madani administration.According to the center’s “National Survey Highlights May 2025” report, when...

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Datuk Seri Mohd Khalid Ismail officially began his duties today as the 15th Inspector-General of Police (IGP), taking over from Tan Sri Razarudin Husain, who has retired. — Picture courtesy of PDRM

Malaysia / 7 h ago

Mohd Khalid officially takes helm as Malaysia’s 15th IGP

MACC Chief Commissioner Tan Sri Azam Baki confirmed that the suspect, in his 40s, was arrested at 9.30am today while giving his statement at the MACC Sabah office. — Picture by Choo Choy May

Malaysia / 8 h ago

Sabah mining scandal: MACC confirms arrest of second Sabah assemblyman, releases him on RM50,000 bail

Police have arrested 10 individuals believed to be involved in a foreign currency investment scam that caused losses amounting to RM399,787, in a raid at a premises in Bandar Puteri, Puchong last Friday. — Picture by Raymond Manuel

Malaysia / 8 h ago

Puchong raid unravels foreign currency scam, police arrest 10, seize over RM45k in equipment

All Umno divisions are entitled to submit their own motions and express their views, including on the matter of the withdrawal of Datuk Seri Hishammuddin Hussein’s membership suspension said Umno Malaysia’s Information Chief, Datuk Seri Azalina Othman Said. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 10 h ago

Azalina: All Umno divisions entitled to propose motions, but no formal request yet on Hishammuddin’s suspension

The Malaysian Embassy in Amman said all Malaysian citizens in Jordan are well and unaffected by the attacks taking place in Iran early Sunday morning. ― Picture by Shafwan Zaidon

Malaysia / 6 h ago

No impact on Malaysians in Jordan following Iran-US strikes, says embassy

Northeast district police chief Assistant Commissioner Abdul Rozak Muhammad said the two men were behaving suspiciously near the entrance of the police headquarters at about 4.30pm yesterday. — Picture By Raymond Manuel

Malaysia / 12 h ago

Chest bitten, face punched: Police remand two youths who allegedly attacked officer at Penang headquarters

Penang chief minister Chow Kon Yeow has reiterated his call to Putrajaya to consider the state’s request for the federal government to share the taxes collected from the state. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 11 h ago

Chow Kon Yeow presses federal government to implement SST revenue sharing with states, including Penang

The High Court today allowed an application by Toh Puan Na’imah Abdul Khalid for a stay of its ex-parte order to freeze assets belonging to her and her family worth £132 million in London by the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC). ― Picture by Firdaus Latif

Malaysia / 9 h ago

High Court grants stay on £132 million asset freeze for widow of late Daim Zainuddin, pending further hearings

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The Singapore stop is part of Park Bo-gum’s Asia tour, which also includes cities such as Yokohama, Seoul, Kaohsiung, Manila, Bangkok, Hong Kong, Jakarta, Macao and Kuala Lumpur. — Picture via Netflix

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File picture of a fire of Israeli attack on Sharan Oil depot following the Israeli strikes on Iran, in Tehran, Iran, June 15, 2025. Four Singaporeans have been evacuated from Iran with assistance from the governments of Oman and Malaysia, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) said today. — Majid Asgaripour/WANA (West Asia News Agency) handout pic via Reuters

Singapore / 12 h ago

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The Ministry of Defence (Mindef) said the 42-year-old man had entered a restricted part of the Central Catchment Nature Reserve between Upper Seletar and Upper Peirce reservoirs, where live-firing activity was being conducted approximately 2.3km away. ― Reuters pic

Singapore / 13 h ago

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This file picture taken from Nuseirat, in the central Gaza Strip, shows rocket trails in the sky late on June 13, 2025, after Iran struck Israel with barrages of missiles after a massive onslaught targeted the Islamic republic's nuclear and military facilities. The Singapore government is closely monitoring tensions in the Middle East and has assured Singaporean students there that their safety and well-being remain a top priority. — AFP pic

Singapore / 13 h ago

‘Safety, well-being foremost’: Singapore keeps close tabs on students in Egypt, Jordan after Iran strikes

In Beijing, Wong, who is also finance minister, will meet President Xi Jinping, Premier Li Qiang and Chairman of the National People’s Congress Zhao Leji. — Bernama pic

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A screen capture shows a black car on the road shoulder with visible damage and its bumper dislodged. — Picture from Roads.sg/Facebook

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The now-cancelled performance would have marked Cabello’s debut concert in Singapore. — Picture via Facebook/Camila Cabello

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This grab taken from UGC images posted on social media on June 23, 2025 shows a plume of smoke billowing after Israeli strikes in Tehran. — Anonymous/UGC/AFP pic

World / 5 h ago

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Thailand's Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra speaks during a press conference about policies to curb scam centers in Cambodia after a meeting at the Government House in Bangkok June 23, 2025. — Government House of Thailand handout pic via Reuters

World / 5 h ago

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A map showing the Strait of Hormuz and Iran is seen behind a 3D printed oil pipeline in this illustration taken June 22, 2025. — Reuters pic

Money / 5 h ago

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Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte responded today to her Senate impeachment trial summons hours before the deadline, demanding the case against her be dropped. — Reuters pic

World / 7 h ago

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World / 8 h ago

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World / 10 h ago

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Demonstrators protest following US attack on Iran’s nuclear sites and against Iran-Israel conflict, at Times Square in New York City, June 22, 2025. — Reuters pic

World / 13 h ago

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The FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI (FBM KLCI) recovered from early losses to end higher today, supported by bargain hunting activities and sustained local investor interest albeit cautious outlook on the global economic front, an analyst said. — Reuters pic

Money / 7 h ago

Bargain hunting lifts FBM KLCI to intraday high despite regional jitters

The US-headquartered semiconductor giant Intel, that has invested RM50 billion in Malaysia and employs 12,300 local workers, is reportedly looking to trim over 20 per cent of its workforce even as its newest facility in Penang nears completion. — Reuters pic

Money / 11 h ago

InvestPenang seeks clarity on Intel’s plan as new Penang facility nears completion amid reported global job cuts

Indonesia’s state-owned oil and gas firm PT Pertamina will change its oil transportation routes to safer shipping lanes, such as via Oman or India, if the Strait of Hormuz is shut down, a spokesperson said on Monday. — AFP pic

Money / 8 h ago

Indonesia’s Pertamina to reroute oil shipments via Oman, India if Hormuz closes amid Iran-US tensions

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Money / 14 h ago

Oil prices jump as US-Iran tensions jolt markets, spark supply fears

At 9.07am, the FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI (FBM KLCI) declined 13.03 points, or 0.87 per cent to 1,489.71 from Friday’s close of 1,502.74. — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa

Money / 16 h ago

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The German DAX share price index graph is displayed at the stock exchange in Frankfurt June 20, 2025. — Reuters pic

Money / 11 h ago

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Penang Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow said the state is pushing into high-value areas such as integrated circuit design, advanced packaging, and precision equipment manufacturing.. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin

Money / 12 h ago

Penang nets RM6.7b in Q1 manufacturing investments, mostly foreign

TNB had said implementing the revised electricity tariff in peninsular Malaysia is positive for the company. — File picture by Shafwan Zaidon

Money / 14 h ago

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The 32-year-old also said he had re-established contact with his brother Mathias, sentenced to a year in prison last December for his involvement in a plot to extort €13 million from the 2018 World Cup winner. — AFP pic

Sports / 9 h ago

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Road To Gold project coordinator Datuk Stuart Ramalingam has given his assurance that the programme will not neglect the welfare of athletes under the project who are currently abroad including national squash players S. Sivasangari and Ng Eain Yow. — Picture by Zuraneeza Zulkifli

Sports / 11 h ago

Road to Gold pledges full backing for Sivasangari, Ng Eain Yow and others training overseas, says coordinator

Former national mixed doubles player Goh Liu Ying said the world number four pair not only needs to communicate with each other, but should discuss more in depth with their coaches to ensure they are on the same track and goal. — Bernama pic

Sports / 14 h ago

‘Talk it out with your coach’: Ex-Olympian Goh Liu Ying’s advice to Chen Tang Jie-Toh Ee Wei after on-court tension

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