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‘Pursuit of Jade’ star Zhang Linghe sparked both applause and political backlash after addressing a cross-strait forum in Xiamen. — AFP pic

Showbiz / 8 h ago

‘Pursuit of Jade’ star Zhang Linghe wins fans’ applause — and political backlash — after surprise speech on Taiwan-China ties

The bistro is a cornerstone of French life. Why is it suddenly everywhere in Kuala Lumpur? — Pexels pic

Eat-drink / 8 h ago

Bon appétit: What makes a restaurant a ‘bistro’ — and why is KL suddenly full of them?

Two entrepreneurial sisters, Esther Tai Shen Hui and Amy Tai Shuh Yuk, have done Malaysia proud by being inducted into the prestigious Forbes 30 Under 30 Asia Class of 2026 list which recognises exceptional young entrepreneurs, innovators and changemakers. — Picture via Instagram/itsmachino

Malaysia / 5 h ago

Malaysian sisters behind handcrafted footwear brand Machino named to Forbes 30 Under 30 Asia list

Bots are now being widely used in the entire hype-driven retail sector, systematically hijacking everything from stadium concert seats to limited-edition collectibles and streetwear drops. — Picture by Shafwan Zaidon

Showbiz / 10 h ago

The scalper bot wars: Why you never stood a chance in the BTS ticket queue

Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has called on Malaysians of all races to uphold the spirit of unity and not allow racial sentiments propagated by certain leaders to undermine the nation’s strength. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 7 h ago

Anwar urges Malaysians to ‘work together as one strong force’ to drive unity and reject divisive racial narratives

Claude Guillemot, who co-founded Ubisoft with his brothers in 1986, has died in a plane crash in western France, the company confirmed. — Social media pic

Tech-gadgets / 6 h ago

Ubisoft co-founder Claude Guillemot dies in plane crash in France

Party leader Datuk Seri Rafizi Ramli said Parti Bersama Malaysia will announce its line-up of candidates for the Johor state election in Johor Bahru on Friday. — Picture by Raymond Manuel

Malaysia / 6 h ago

Bersama to announce Johor candidates Friday as applications pour in for two state polls, says Rafizi

A weak earthquake struck the waters off Batu Pahat, Johor early this morning, according to the Malaysian Meteorological Department. — Google Maps pic via Facebook/Malaysian Meteorological Department

Malaysia / 8 h ago

Tremors possible as weak 3.3‑magnitude quake hits off Batu Pahat, says MetMalaysia

Self-proclaimed priest, not recognised by the Catholic Church, Francisco Marques, 27, places his hands on a man’s forehead, during a

World / 10 h ago

Portugal’s unofficial exorcism fever worries Church

Smoke rises from the site of a string of Israeli airstrikes that targeted the southern Lebanese city of Nabatieh on June 20, 2026. Lebanese official media said fresh Israeli strikes on the country's south on June 20 killed five people, despite a new ceasefire between Israel and the Iran-backed Hezbollah group announced a day earlier. — AFP pic

World / 6 h ago

US and Iran set for new talks after delay and deadly strikes

The driver of a pick-up truck involved in yesterday’s fatal three-vehicle crash near Pekan has six traffic summonses to his name, including two for overtaking on a double line. — Picture by Ahmad Zamzahuri

Malaysia / 6 h ago

Pekan crash driver has six traffic summonses, including two for double‑line overtaking, say police

A giant bamboo shoot packed in a traveller’s suitcase briefly sparked an ivory scare at Bangkok’s Don Mueang Airport before security officers realised it was destined for the dinner table, not the black market. — Social media pic

Life / 7 h ago

Not tusk luck! Thai traveller’s giant bamboo shoot mistaken for ivory by Bangkok’s Don Mueang Airport security (VIDEO)

The upcoming Royal Selangor Jazz Festival 2026 will mark its third edition. — Picture courtesy of Royal Selangor

Showbiz / 10 h ago

Jazz is finding a new groove in Malaysia, with pop culture bringing in young listeners, says award-winning pianist

The subsidised diesel price for Malaysians will fall to RM2.10 per litre starting July 2026, following an announcement by Prime Minister and Finance Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim in Bintulu today. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin

Malaysia / 50 m ago

MOF: Diesel price to drop to RM2.10 per litre from July 2026 under MyKad‑based subsidy mechanism

Kai Havertz #7 of Germany and Wilfried Singo #5 of Cote d'Ivoire compete for the ball during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group E match between Germany and Cote D'Ivoire at Toronto Stadium on June 20, 2026 in Toronto, Ontario. — Getty Images via AFP

Sports / 8 h ago

Germany stuns Ivory Coast to reach World Cup knockout stage with late Undav heroics

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said details on the implementation of the assistance and the disbursement of the funds would be coordinated immediately by the Implementation Coordination Unit of the Prime Minister’s Department. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 13 Jun 2026

Anwar orders swift rollout of RM250,000 aid for Sipitang schools, rejects project delays

Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said Umno’s support for the Negeri Sembilan administration was intended to last only until the dissolution of the state assembly. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 13 Jun 2026

Zahid defends Umno’s solo bid in Negeri Sembilan, rejects betrayal claims

Members of the public have been urged to verify suspicious notices after the Malaysian Judiciary uncovered a fake debt warning letter using the name of the Office of the Chief Registrar of the Federal Court.

Malaysia / 13 Jun 2026

Malaysian Judiciary warns of fake debt notice threatening bank account freeze

Ahmad Zahid, who is also the Minister of Rural and Regional Development, said Southeast Asia, with its moderate Islamic tradition and diverse societies, is uniquely positioned to offer an Ethical Technology Model that embraces progress without eroding identity. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 13 Jun 2026

Zahid calls on Muslim scholars to turn ideas into policies and solutions for the ummah

Tourism, Arts and Culture Minister Datuk Seri Tiong King Sing said initiatives such as the Jelajah Wira Madani programme should be expanded as they help the public better appreciate the sacrifices and contributions of military personnel in safeguarding the nation’s sovereignty. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 13 Jun 2026

Tiong: Expand community engagement programmes to strengthen public understanding of military’s role

Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail said authorities must move faster to classify emerging synthetic drugs to ensure legal action is not impeded. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 13 Jun 2026

Saifuddin Nasution says Poisons Act updates must keep pace with emerging synthetic drugs

Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Law and Institutional Reform) Datuk Seri Azalina Othman Said (centre) visits the Pengerang Legal Aid Department satellite office at the Pengerang Court in Kota Tinggi June 13, 2026. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 13 Jun 2026

Johor voters should judge candidates by service and commitment, says Azalina

AirBorneo chief executive officer Megat Ardian Wira Mohd Aminuddin said the airline is seeing gradual improvements as affected aircraft return to service. — Picture via Facebook/AirBorneoOfficial

Malaysia / 13 Jun 2026

AirBorneo says operations improving as affected aircraft return to service

AADK said nearly 192,000 arrests involving drug addicts and individuals linked to prohibited substances were recorded nationwide last year. — Picture via Facebook/Kementerian Dalam Negeri

Malaysia / 13 Jun 2026

Kelantan records highest drug abuse rate in 2025 as border states remain most affected, says AADK

Penang Health director Dr Fazilah Shaik Allaudin said the Seberang Jaya Health Clinic has been selected for the first phase of the National Lung Health Initiative. — Unsplash pic/Umanoide

Malaysia / 13 Jun 2026

Penang clinic joins first phase of national lung health initiative using AI screening

Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Law and Institutional Reform) Datuk Seri Azalina Othman Said (3rd right) officiates the opening of the Pengerang Legal Aid Department satellite office at the Pengerang Court in Kota Tinggi June 13, 2026. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 13 Jun 2026

Azalina to seek Budget 2027 allocation to expand legal aid to rural communities

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim delivers his speech at the groundbreaking ceremony for the Sabah Southern Madani Link (SSML) project in Sipitang June 13, 2026. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 13 Jun 2026

Anwar says Sabah power grid project will bring development to interior regions

The three-year-old girl was discovered by college students in the early hours of the morning while they were heading home after a late-night meal. — Picture by Raymond Manuel

Malaysia / 13 Jun 2026

Police investigate after three-year-old found alone by roadside at 2am in Kota Samarahan

Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek visits the old SJKC Heng Ee building at Jalan Macalister during the handover ceremony of the approval letter for the construction of the new SJKC Heng Ee building in Bayan Lepas today. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 13 Jun 2026

Fadhlina Sidek hands over approval letter for new SJKC Heng Ee building to provide more conducive learning environment

Housing and Local Government Minister Nga Kor Ming said the policy was intended to prevent the emergence of illegal settlements, including those linked to foreign communities such as the Rohingya. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 13 Jun 2026

Govt to block water and electricity for illegal structures, including Rohingya settlements, says Nga Kor Ming

Defence Minister Datuk Seri Mohamed Khaled Nordin said the move was important to ensure the safety of Malaysian peacekeepers currently serving in the conflict area. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 13 Jun 2026

Defence minister confirms two Malbatt peacekeepers injured in Lebanon, says condition stable

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