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A photo said to be of the queue that formed at Woodlands Checkpoint today after autogate facilities went down for foreign passport holders wishing to enter Malaysia via Johor Bahru. — Picture via Facebook
Malaysia  / 18 h ago

Sabotage fears amid massive KLIA, JB checkpoint jams from autogate glitch this weekend

National women’s doubles players Pearly Tan (right) and M Thinaah (left) pose for a photo with fans during the Perodua Malaysia Masters 2025 at Axiata Arena, Bukit Jalil. — Bernama pic
Sports  / 19 h ago

Pearly Tan-Thinaah smash past home pair to secure spot in 2025 Japan Open final

Mardi director-general Datuk Dr Mohamad Zabawi Abdul Ghani said the institute is currently evaluating several promising hybrid durians that could lead to new clones. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 16 h ago

Three new durian varieties set to debut in next two years… all thanks to Mardi

The world No. 1 duo secured a straight-games victory over Taiwan’s Liu Kuang-heng and Yang Po-han, winning 21-19, 21-11 in the semi-final at the Tokyo Metropolitan Gymnasium today. — Bernama file pic
Sports  / 14 h ago

Goh Sze Fei-Nur Izzuddin Rumsani charge into Japan Open final again, set for showdown with Korea’s world No. 3 pair

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said his critics should use proper channels like tabling a motion of no-confidence in Parliament to challenge his leadership. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 13 h ago

PM Anwar says won’t step down unless proven guilty of graft, hits back at ‘forgotten’ politicians

Jet Li pictured in a file photo. The martial arts star recently spoke candidly about his daughter’s past mental health struggles and their open conversation about death. — Reuters pic
Showbiz  / 19 h ago

‘Why should we avoid it?’: Jet Li reflects on death after daughter’s mental health struggle

Kelantan Police Chief Datuk Mohd Yusoff Mamat speaking at a press conference after the Monthly Assembly at the Kelantan Contingent Police Headquarters. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 19 h ago

Lambasted for raiding HIV medical outreach by alleging ‘gay sex party’, Kelantan cops say just trying to do what’s ‘right’

Increased hotspot activity in neighbouring Indonesia has caused a decrease in air quality in Malaysia. — AFP pic
Malaysia  / 18 h ago

As haze season begins, public reminded open burning is an offence

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim called on the people to embrace unity in diversity, which he described as Malaysia’s strength in driving the country’s development. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 18 h ago

Want to change govt? Table a no-confidence motion not incite unrest, PM tells Opposition ahead of protest

Malaysian Border Control and Protection Agency (AKPS) has confirmed a disruption at major checkpoints into the country. — Picture from Facebook/AKPSBSI
Malaysia  / 16 h ago

AKPS confirms autogate glitch affecting KLIA, JB checkpoints, blames ‘data integration disruption’ 

A firefighter is seen in front of a fire in a forest at Rambutan village, in Ogan Ilir, South Sumatra province, September 11, 2019. — AFP pic
World  / 16 h ago

Indonesia says 46 hectares of forest burning across north, west Sumatra

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said he will check with the Home Ministry after news reports claimed 1MDB fugitive businessman Jho Low was seen in Shanghai, China. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 14 h ago

Jho Low in Shanghai under alias? Anwar says he’s read the news, will check with Home Ministry

A lone monk prepares to collect alms in front of a Bangkok temple as Thailand reels from a sex extortion scandal involving the clergy. The controversy has sparked national outrage and shaken faith in the revered Buddhist institution. — AFP pic
Life  / 17 h ago

Sex, lies and saffron robes: US$12m blackmail scandal shakes Thai Buddhism

PAS Youth chief Afnan Hamimi Taib Azamudden has claimed that he was unaware of the meeting. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin
Malaysia  / 17 h ago

What Opposition meeting? PAS Youth says unaware of Muhyiddin call, but suggests talks lack weight without Islamist party

As hotspots increase in Indonesia, air quality suffers in Malaysia. — AFP pic
Malaysia  / 15 h ago

It’s haze season again: Unhealthy air readings recorded in Port Dickson, Johan Setia 

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Astronomer CEO Andy Byron and chief people officer Kristin Cabot react during a Coldplay concert, moments after realising they’re on the Jumbotron. — Screengrab from X
Showbiz / 38 m ago

Caught in a sky full of scandal, tech CEO resigns after Coldplay concert cuddle (VIDEO)

Hailey Bieber has denied rumours linking her Rhode Beauty payday to husband Justin Bieber’s financial settlement with former manager Scooter Braun. — Picture via Facebook/Justin Bieber
Showbiz / 17 h ago

Hailey Bieber shuts down talk her US$1b Rhode payday helped Justin Bieber settle with Scooter Braun

Jet Li pictured in a file photo. The martial arts star recently spoke candidly about his daughter’s past mental health struggles and their open conversation about death. — Reuters pic
Showbiz / 19 h ago

‘Why should we avoid it?’: Jet Li reflects on death after daughter’s mental health struggle

Astronomer CEO Andy Byron and chief people officer Kristin Cabot react during a Coldplay concert, moments after realising they’re on the Jumbotron. — Screengrab from X
Showbiz / 19 h ago

Tech CEO benched after Coldplay concert cuddle fuels office romance rumours (VIDEO)

Catch Japanese physical comedy trio Wannabes live at the Japan Malaysia Expo 2025. — Picture by Firdaus Latif
Showbiz / 19 h ago

J-pop, ‘Enka’ and a whole lot of laughs: What’s on at Japan Malaysia Expo 2025 in KL this weekend (VIDEO)

Lee Jun-young mistakenly (left) took the stage when Lee Jun-hyuk’s (video) name was announced — but all ended on a light-hearted note. — Screengrab from X
Showbiz / 21 h ago

Lee Jun-young’s Blue Dragon award mix-up ends in laughs, a hug and a dinner invite from Lee Jun-hyuk (VIDEO)

The F4 star responded to backlash during a livestream over promoting products linked to Barbie Hsu’s ex-husband, defending his choice and addressing critics directly. — Picture via Facebook
Showbiz / 23 h ago

Ken Chu gets candid about F4 reunion, Barbie Hsu’s death and selling her ex’s products

Britney Spears sparked confusion online after claiming she’d adopted a baby girl named Lennon London Spears — but sources say it was all just a joke. — AFP pic
Showbiz / 23 h ago

Britney Spears baffles fans with ‘adoption’ post — but it was just a joke, sources say

Festival-goers gather before the burnt main stage during its dismantling, as they attend the first day of the Tomorrowland electronic music festival, in Boom, northern Belgium, July 18, 2025. — AFP pic
Showbiz / 1d ago

Fire guts main stage but Belgium’s Tomorrowland electronic music festival opens as planned

Moglai Bap and Mo Chara of Kneecap perform at the Glastonbury Festival at Worthy Farm in Pilton, Somerset, June 28, 2025. — Reuters pic
Showbiz / 1d ago

UK police end Kneecap Glastonbury inquiry citing ‘insufficient evidence’

Downton Abbey fans will be able to bid on props, costumes and other items from the hit TV show and movies, with the announcement Thursday of a farewell auction and showcase starting next month. — AFP pic
Showbiz / 1d ago

Here’s your chance to own a piece of ‘Downton Abbey’: Iconic costumes, props go under the hammer ahead of the grand finale

Blackpink’s Jisoo takes aim as ‘Lee Ji-hye’ in ‘Omniscient Reader’, trading swords for sniper fire in the controversial live-action adaptation. — Screengrab from YouTube
Showbiz / 1d ago

Director defends Blackpink star Jisoo’s sniper role in ‘Omniscient Reader’ amid fan controversy (VIDEO)

The rock band’s long-awaited comeback has crumbled into duelling lawsuits, emotional accusations, and a cancelled tour. — Screenshot from Instagram/ettylaupharrell
Showbiz / 1d ago

‘Been caught suing’: Jane’s Addiction reunion turns into legal showdown after onstage fight

Taylor Swift and her father, Scott Swift, are seen in the player’s tunnel at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium in New Orleans October 7, 2024 before the Kansas City Chiefs face the New Orleans Saints. — Picture by Denny Medley/Imagn Images via Reuters
Showbiz / 1d ago

Taylor Swift’s dad recovering after quintuple bypass, singer and family by his side

YG Entertainment’s founder and chief producer, Yang Hyun-suk, has been convicted of intimidating a whistleblower to suppress a drug-related allegation involving a former YG artist. — Screenshot from Youtube/YG Entertainment
Showbiz / 1d ago

YG Entertainment head Yang Hyun-suk convicted of pressuring witness in B.I drug case

The Indonesian music scene is currently abuzz after famous musician and former vocalist of Dewa 19, Ari Lasso made a public call for bands to simplify artist riders to ease the burden of event organisers. — Picture by Shafwan Zaidon and via Instagram/Ari Lasso
Showbiz / 1d ago

Going the extra mile with artist riders: A way for event organisers to showcase the ‘tuan rumah’ hospitality