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The public can convert their probationary driving licence (PDL) to the competent driving licence (CDL) through the MyJPJ app starting tomorrow, said Road Transport Department (JPJ) director-general Datuk Aedy Fadly Ramli. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 7 h ago

No more queues: 2.38 million drivers can now upgrade licences online with MyJPJ app, says JPJ D-G

A view of Ipoh taken from the top of Bukit Kledang. — File picture by Farhan Najib
Life  / 12 h ago

Ipoh’s green gems: Why you need to visit these nine nature spots ranked among Asia-Pacific’s best

A 38-year-old woman must pay RM200,000 in damages to a housewife after the High Court found her responsible for the breakdown of a marriage that lasted five decades. — Reuters pic
Malaysia  / 9 h ago

Court orders mistress to pay RM200,000 in damages to wife after almost 50-year marriage ends over adultery

Thai Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra is confident that the proposed ‘Six Countries, One Destination’ initiative will solidify Asean’s status as a travel hub by streamlining access for international visitors and stimulating intra-regional tourism. — AFP pic
Malaysia  / 7 h ago

Six countries, one destination: Thai PM Paetongtarn aims to transform Asean into a global tourism powerhouse

DAP chairman Lim Guan Eng responded to critics accusing him of creating a ‘Lim Dynasty’, saying such claims were never made when he and his father, veteran leader Lim Kit Siang, faced imprisonment during their political careers. — Picture by Hari Anggara.
Malaysia  / 9 h ago

Guan Eng defends against ‘Lim Dynasty’ accusations, reflects on family’s political struggles

‘Nasi kerabu’ with ‘ayam + daging bakar’ and added ‘lemak bakar’ at Stesen Nasi Kerabu. — Picture by Ethan Lau
Eat-drink  / 10 h ago

At Kota Damansara’s Stesen Nasi Kerabu, lines form out the door for the irresistible combination of ‘nasi kerabu’ with ‘lemak bakar’ and ‘ayam bakar’

A 69-year-old woman died after her car collided with a lorry while she was taking her injured son to Hospital Jitra at the Hosba traffic light intersection in Jitra yesterday. — Picture courtesy of the Fire and Rescue Department
Malaysia  / 2 h ago

Woman dies in crash with lorry after running red light while rushing injured son to Jitra hospital

A Chinese New Year public event here earlier rumoured to have been called off proceeded today without a hitch, with minister in charge of Islamic Affairs Datuk Mohd Na’im Mokhtar himself turning up as promised. — Picture by Choo Choy May
Malaysia  / 5 h ago

No cancellation: CNY bash in Klang held without a hitch as minister Na’im shows up to attendees’ delight

Four policemen suffered injuries to multiple parts of their bodies, including their heads, after being slashed with a machete while trying to restrain a man who ran amok in Taman Seri Astana near here yesterday. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 8 h ago

Four policemen slashed in machete attack, suspect killed during in shootout in Sungai Petani

Ramadan bazaar traders in Putrajaya have been reminded to prepare and sell food only after 3pm or face enforcement action. ― Picture by Farhan Najib
Malaysia  / 2 h ago

After 3pm or else: Putrajaya Ramadan bazaar traders face strict deadline, warns PPj

Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Religious Affairs), Datuk Mohd Na’im Mokhtar, gives his address during the Jalinan Muhibbah Madani programme in conjunction with Chinese New Year in Klang February 16, 2025. — Picture by Choo Choy May
Malaysia  / 1 h ago

Religious affairs minister warns against racially insensitive acts amid viral corn vendor case

Police arrested five Bangladesh nationals, including two women, to assist in the investigation of the murder of a fellow countryman in Shah Alam yesterday. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 10 h ago

Murder of Bangladeshi supervisor in Shah Alam: Five arrested after meat cleaver attack over salary dispute

Malaysia's annual pop music competition, Anugerah Juara Lagu, returns with its 39th edition, broadcasting live on TV3 this February 16 at 9pm. — Picture from Instagram/TV3Malaysia
Showbiz  / 12 h ago

What to expect from AJL39: Ten finalists, new format, and a night of musical brilliance

Multinational victims of scam centres, who were tricked or trafficked into working in Myanmar, stand on a vessel floating towards the Thai side of border via Moei River in Phop Phra District, Tak province, Thailand February 12, 2025. — Reuters pic
Malaysia  / 6 h ago

Malaysian embassy rushes to help 15 rescued from Myanmar job scam hell

Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah said he will need to discuss his position in the Sarawak State Cabinet with Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg following his defeat in the Parti Pesaka Bumiputera Bersatu (PBB) elections today. — The Borneo Post pic
Malaysia  / 3 h ago

Abdul Karim open to stepping down after losing PBB vice president race, says will discuss position with Abang Jo

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Anthony Mackie in 'Captain America: Brave New World'. — Pic via X
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Are toll discounts a benefit or disservice to Malaysians? — Picture by Shafwan Zaidon
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More than half disappointed with the festive toll discount

India’s grandmaster Gukesh Dommaraju competing against China’s chess grandmaster Ding Liren in game 14 of the 2024 FIDE World Championship in Singapore. — AFP pic
12 Feb 2025

Is freestyle chess improving or impairing the game?

When life gives you lemons, skip the lemonade and hunt down tiramisu. — Picture by Erna Mahyuni
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A protester waves a Palestinian flag in front of the US Embassy during a Pro-Palestinian march in central London, on February 15, 2025, organised by the Palestine Solidarity Campaign. — AFP pic
10 h ago

The theatre of solidarity: A game of thrones in the Arab world — Che Ran 

File picture: Penang state government is in the process of forming a special committee to look into the welfare of homeless individuals in the state. — Picture by Farhan Najib
1d ago

Shelter in the storm — Noralina Omar

A demonstrator holds up a placard denouncing Sosma in front of Parliament on October 23, 2018. — Picture by Shafwan Zaidon
2d ago

Cross fingers that home minister will explain long-delayed review of Sosma — Hafiz Hassan

Illustration picture shows tokens of the virtual currency Bitcoin being placed on a monitor that displays binary digits, December 8, 2017. - Reuters pic
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Regulating cryptocurrency for security and sustainability — Lee Wai Guan, Dr Mohd Istajib Mokhtar

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A general view of the people buying lottery number at the Sports Toto lottery shop in Selayang Baru. Toto is one of the main legal lottery companies in Malaysia May 22, 2024. — File picture by Hari Anggara.
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I did not expect going bald and wearing wigs to be fairly painless experiences, when compared to beanies, hats or scarves. — Picture by Erna Mahyuni
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‘404 Run Run’ is the debut feature film from director Pichaya Jarusboonpracha, which stars popular actor Ter Chantavit. — Video screencap via YouTube/TGV Cinemas
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With the Singapore MRT urinating cases, I’m sure I’m not the only one surprised at the fact that these incidents could happen at all. — Picture from Facebook/SMRT
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In strictly monetary terms, even if every MP gets RM1 million annually on average, that’s RM222 million. The country runs a RM421 billion budget currently. — Picture by Miera Zulyana
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World No. 2 Xander Schauffele is looking forward to another strong season in 2025. — File picture by Vincent Carchietta-USA TODAY Sports via Reuters
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A celebration of all my favourite Blu-Ray releases in 2024. — Picture by Aidil Rusli
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