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Born in Kuala Kangsar, Perak, Tun Dr Ling served as Malaysia’s Transport Minister from 1986 to 2003. — Bernama file pic
Malaysia  / 16 h ago

Former MCA president Tun Dr Ling Liong Sik dies aged 82

Passengers wait in line to board a train at University Station in Kuala Lumpur September 14, 2023. — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa
Malaysia  / 18 h ago

After passenger falls onto LRT track at Abdullah Hukum station, Loke issues urgent reminder to please mind the gap

Dr Ling served as the Member of Parliament for Mata Kuching from 1974 to 1986 before representing Labis for four terms from 1986 to 2004, while also holding key positions including deputy information minister, deputy finance minister and deputy education minister before being appointed transport minister in 1986. — Bernama
Malaysia  / 12 h ago

Wee Ka Siong pays tribute to Tun Dr Ling Liong Sik, calls him towering statesman and nation builder

File photo of public housing estates in Singapore. Tan Keng Wee ran a cross-border loan shark syndicate that netted millions and triggered more than 1,500 harassment-related complaints, according to Shin Min Daily News.
Singapore  / 16 h ago

From S$1,000 runner to S$1m kingpin: Singaporean loan shark boss jailed over China-based empire

Communications Minister and PKR Information Chief Datuk Fahmi Fadzil arrives for the opening ceremony of the Federal Territories Keadilan branch annual general meetings at Komune Living and Wellness in Bandar Tun Razak, Kuala Lumpur on April 3, 2026. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 18 h ago

After Wangsa Maju controversy, Fahmi tells PKR members not to go around ‘checking licences’

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said the government’s focus is not on denying legitimate salaries but on controlling excessive spending, especially amid current economic challenges. — Picture by John Bunyan
Malaysia  / 12 h ago

Anwar: State leaders entitled to salaries, my decision not to take pay is personal choice

Selangor PAS Youth deputy chief Aubidullah Fahim Ibrahim said penalties in the form of fines alone would not deliver a meaningful deterrent, especially when lives are lost due to drivers operating vehicles under the influence of alcohol. — Picture via Facebook
Malaysia  / 18 h ago

Selangor PAS Youth urges govt to restrict alcohol sales, says fines alone not enough to curb drunk driving

Former Transport Minister and MCA Honorary Life President Tun Dr Ling Liong Sik died at the age of 83 on April 4, 2026. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 13 h ago

King and Queen express condolences on passing of Ling Liong Sik

Shiloh Jolie's resemblance to her actress mother has drawn attention on social media. — Social media screenshot
Showbiz  / 17 h ago

‘Copy and paste’: Angelina Jolie’s daughter Shiloh goes viral after appearance in K-pop music video (VIDEO)

People look at BYD EV cars on display at a mall roadshow in Singapore. Rising global energy costs driven by the Iran war are beginning to filter into daily life in Singapore, pushing up prices for fuel, transport and basic goods. — Reuters pic
Singapore  / 13 h ago

‘Everything is going up’: Singapore hit by war-fuelled price hikes across the board

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim views essential items on sale during a visit to the MADANI Mart grocery store after officiating its first branch in Indera Mahkota 8, Kuantan on April 4, 2026. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 18 h ago

Small stalls, big impact: Why Anwar wants to focus on local traders over mega projects

Acknowledging that prices of goods may rise, Prime Miniser Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said the government is assisting farmers and fishermen with fuel subsidies and working on measures to gradually address diesel price increases. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 11 h ago

Anwar says large projects on hold amid rising costs, but rakyat-focused initiatives will continue

File photo of former oil tycoon Lim Oon Kuin, better known as OK Lim, who has been taken into custody from hospital to begin serving a 13½-year jail term in Singapore. — AFP pic
Singapore  / 17 h ago

Former Singapore oil tycoon OK Lim taken into custody at hospital after failing to surrender for 13½-year jail term

Army Chief General Datuk Azhan Md Othman (right) vows to take firm action after Private Muhammad Amirul Raziq Rosafindi was reported to have been assaulted at the 25th Battalion of the Royal Malay Regiment camp in Bentong, Pahang on March 30, 2026, resulting in critical injuries. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 10 h ago

Soldier in critical condition after assault at Bentong army camp; corporal in police custody

Putrajaya district police chief ACP Aidi Sham Mohamed said the district police control centre received reports of the incident at about 11.50pm. — Picture by Raymond Manuel
Malaysia  / 17 h ago

Police hunt driver involved in hit-and-run that killed Putrajaya motorcyclist

GRS chairman Datuk Seri Panglima Hajiji Noor and coalition leaders attend the launch of its election machinery in Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, on October 19, 2025. — The Borneo Post pic
Malaysia / 06 Nov 2025

Hajiji: GRS will wait to unveil candidates on Nov 12

Transport Minister Anthony Loke said this growth is driven by Denmark-based logistics giant Maersk’s decision to make PTP its main transshipment hub in Asia. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin
Malaysia / 06 Nov 2025

Port of Tanjung Pelepas set to break into world’s top 10 busiest ports, says transport minister

State Investment, Industry, Human Resources, Trade and Entrepreneurship Committee chairman Datuk Mejar ® Md Anizam Ab Rahman said the new bridge, which is expected to be ready by the end of next year, would enhance cross-border trade by improving two-way. — Picture via Facebook
Malaysia / 06 Nov 2025

New Rantau Panjang-Golok Bridge expected to spur investment and economic growth in Kelantan and southern Thailand

Transport Minister Anthony Loke said his ministry collaborated with the Ministry of Defence and the Home Ministry to review the implementation of the proposals. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 06 Nov 2025

Loke: Safety upgrades for FRU vehicles under review following deadly Teluk Intan accident

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim speaks during the launch of the Malaysia Semiconductor IC Design Park in Cyberjaya November 6, 2025. — Picture by Raymond Manuel
Malaysia / 06 Nov 2025

Malaysia’s semiconductor strategy hinges on trade, AI, digital tech and skilled workforce, says Anwar

Deputy Finance Minister Lim Hui Ying said the government would take mitigation measures to minimise the impact on the people. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 06 Nov 2025

Govt exploring ways to ease impact of higher local vehicle prices under new excise regulation, says deputy finance minister

Party flags are seen in the run-up to the Sabah state election, in Kiulu, Sabah September 20, 2020. — Picture by Firdaus Latif
Malaysia / 06 Nov 2025

Election fever builds in Sabah as coalitions to start rolling out candidates this weekend

A doctor attends to a patient during a consultation at a clinic in Shah Alam, Selangor, on Nov 2, 2020. — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa
Malaysia / 06 Nov 2025

Report: Malaysian firms could start cutting insurance coverage as healthcare costs skyrocket

Susanna Liew, wife of Pastor Raymond Koh, and her lawyers speak to the press after the decision on her husband`s case at the Kuala Lumpur Court Complex November 5, 2025. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin
Malaysia / 06 Nov 2025

‘It offends’ — Judge decries injustice of taxpayers paying for police abuses in cases of Pastor Koh, Amri

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim officiates the launch of the Malaysia Semiconductor IC Design Park 2 in Cyberjaya on November 6, 2025. — Picture by Raymond Manuel
Malaysia / 06 Nov 2025

Malaysia doubles down on semicon push with new IC design park and RM100m fund

Transport Minister Anthony Loke delivers a speech while attending the opening ceremony of the MAERSK Mega Distribution Centre in Section 26, Shah Alam on November 6, 2025. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 06 Nov 2025

Loke: Settle JPJ summonses by Jan 1 or risk blacklist and court action

Members of the public were also urged not to buy the inhaler and to stop using it immediately. — Picture via Facebook
Malaysia / 06 Nov 2025

Malaysia bans unregistered popular Thai inhaler Hong Thai after microbial contamination recall

Pahang Road Transport Department (JPJ) Director Syed Ahmad Khirulanwar Alyahya Syed Abdul Rahman (second left) looks at a confiscated lorry in Kuantan on October 3, 2025. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 06 Nov 2025

Johor rep warns JPJ crackdown on lorry overloading could raise cost of living

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim visits a classroom during the launch of the Malaysia Semiconductor IC Design Park in Cyberjaya on November 6, 2025. — Picture by Raymond Manuel
Malaysia / 06 Nov 2025

Anwar back on his feet, playfully hops to show he’s recovered

Rain clouds are seen around Kuala Lumpur on October 19, 2023. — Picture by Hari anggara
Malaysia / 06 Nov 2025

Heavy rain alert for Klang Valley and five states until 4pm today

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said Trump was impressed by the professionalism and efficiency demonstrated by Malaysian security forces during recent high-profile visits, including those by Trump himself and Chinese Premier Li Qiang. — Picture by Raymond Manuel
Malaysia / 06 Nov 2025

Trump impressed with Malaysia’s security, requests meeting with IGP, says Anwar