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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 / 9 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 / 9 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 / 6 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 / 11 h ago

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

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 / 1 h ago

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

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 / 9 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 / 7 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 / 7 h ago

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

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

World / 11 h ago

Portugal’s unofficial exorcism fever worries Church

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 / 9 h ago

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

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 / 7 h ago

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

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

Showbiz / 11 h ago

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

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 / 7 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 / 8 h ago

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

According to The Straits Times, the man — identified only as Luke — first learnt of the fabricated images in December 2025, when friends alerted his sister to social‑media posts showing him with a woman claiming to be his fiancée and a child she said was theirs. — Pexels illustration pic

Singapore / 6 h ago

Singaporean man horrified by AI‑generated couple images from ex-schoolmate

Fentanyl is a synthetic opioid used to treat severe pain, particularly in cancer and post-surgery patients, and is estimated to be 50 to 100 times more potent than morphine. — AFP pic

Malaysia / 02 Jun 2026

What are fentanyl, synthetic cannabinoids and why is Malaysia sounding the alarm?

Malaysia has the right to claim appropriate compensation from Norway and the company involved, following the cancellation of the Naval Strike Missile (NSM) export licence, said Defence Minister Datuk Seri Mohamed Khaled Nordin. — AFP

Malaysia / 01 Jun 2026

Defence minister: Norway needs to be held responsible for missile export cancellation, Malaysia’s right to ask for compensation

In a joint statement, Johor PH said the coalition had expected that Johor Barisan Nasional (BN) would dissolve the assembly soon to pave way for an election. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 01 Jun 2026

Johor Pakatan says prepared for state polls following dissolution of state assembly

The Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) has issued a warning of thunderstorms, heavy rain and strong winds expected to affect several areas in six states until 9 pm today. ― Bernama pic

Malaysia / 01 Jun 2026

Thunderstorms, heavy rain alert issued for six states until 9pm

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim is expected to attend this year’s Sarawak state-level Gawai Day celebrations to be held on June 21. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 01 Jun 2026

PM Anwar expected at Sarawak state-level Gawai Day celebration on June 21

Police are hunting for three men, believed to be Indonesian nationals, involved in a gang robbery armed with machetes at a house in the Pekan Gurney area, Manjung yesterday. — Picture by Raymond Manuel

Malaysia / 01 Jun 2026

Police on the trail of three suspects involved in armed robbery cases in Pekan Gurney

Johor DAP vice-chairman Sheikh Umar Bagharib Ali said Johor DAP chairman Teo Nie Ching had stated that she offered Marina to lead a statutory body and not a GLC.— Picture via Facebook

Malaysia / 01 Jun 2026

Johor DAP: Marina Ibrahim not offered GLC post, but position with statutory body involved in welfare

Five people were injured in a road accident involving five vehicles at Jalan Kampung Kandawayon in Kudat late yesterday. — Picture courtesy of Fire and Rescue Department

Malaysia / 01 Jun 2026

Five hurt in five‑vehicle collision in Kudat

Johor Menteri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi (centre) after announcing the dissolution of the state legislative assembly at the Johor Menteri Besar’s official residence in Saujana, Johor Bahru today. June 1, 2026. — Picture courtesy of the Johor Menteri Besar’s office

Malaysia / 01 Jun 2026

Johor state assembly dissolved, Onn Hafiz cites need for mandate to drive development

The Fire and Rescue Department said a 32-year-old man is feared drowned after a boat carrying seven passengers capsized near SK Nanga Balang in Gaat, Kapit, this morning. — Picture by Choo Choy May

Malaysia / 01 Jun 2026

Man missing, feared drowned after boat overturns near SK Nanga Balang in Kapit

A man was seriously injured in a road accident involving a sedan in front of Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan Sematan yesterday afternoon. — Picture courtesy of Fire and Rescue Department

Malaysia / 01 Jun 2026

Public rescue injured driver, passenger after crash near SMK Sematan, says Sarawak Fire Dept

Four people were killed and two others injured in a collision involving five vehicles along Jalan Renggam–Simpang Renggam. — Picture via social media

Malaysia / 01 Jun 2026

Family among four killed in Toyota Vios as BMW, Mercedes, Wira and Alza collide near Simpang Renggam Prison

Politicians and Malaysians in general should heed and uphold the call by His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia, for the people to embrace and practise the spirit and values of the Rukun Negara in their daily lives, Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil said. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 01 Jun 2026

Fahmi: Malaysians must heed King’s call to uphold Rukun Negara, preserve unity

Menteri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi is scheduled to hold a special press conference at his official residence at 5pm. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 01 Jun 2026

Johor assembly dissolution speculation mounts as Onn Hafiz set to hold 5pm press conference

Social media platforms operating in Malaysia must respect and comply with the country’s laws, particularly those relating to online safety and the protection of children, Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil said. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 01 Jun 2026

Fahmi: Social media platforms must respect Malaysian laws as age‑verification begins

Barisan Nasional (BN) chairman Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has called for mature politics, responsible leadership and practical solutions to address current challenges in an increasingly complex global environment. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 01 Jun 2026

BN at 52: Zahid Hamidi rallies coalition for unity, renewal and resilience ahead polls

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