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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  / 11 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  / 13 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  / 7 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  / 11 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  / 13 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  / 7 h ago

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

A general view shows a white Buddha statue shrouded in heavy pollution as smoke (top left) rises from a hillside wildfire in Pai April 1, 2026, west of Thailand’s second-largest city Chiang Mai. — AFP pic
World  / 16 h ago

‘It’s suffocating’: Why Chiang Mai’s air is among the world’s worst right now

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  / 13 h ago

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

Shiloh Jolie's resemblance to her actress mother has drawn attention on social media. — Social media screenshot
Showbiz  / 12 h ago

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

A worker walks between steel coils at a steel market in Hangzhou. Commodity shipments including fertilisers and steel have been hit hard by disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz. — AFP pic
Money  / 16 h ago

In numbers: The commodities most affected by the Strait of Hormuz shutdown

Cargo ships and containers are seen at the container terminal of the port in Qingdao, as the Hormuz crisis threatens flows of oil, gas and commodities to China. — AFP pic
Money  / 16 h ago

Who’s hit hardest by the Hormuz crisis? Greek, UAE and Chinese fleets lead the list

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  / 13 h ago

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

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  / 8 h ago

King and Queen express condolences on passing of Ling Liong Sik

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  / 8 h ago

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

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  / 13 h ago

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

Malaysians showing symptoms of the flu are advised to seek medical help instead of relying on self-test kits. — Pexels pic
Malaysia / 01 Nov 2025

Health minister: Influenza self-test kits not approved for public use, go see your doctor instead

JBPM director-general Datuk Seri Nor Hisham Mohammad said comprehensive preparations have been made, including logistical readiness at fire stations in affected areas, with 3,683 flood hotspot locations identified across the country. — Picture by Raymond Manuel
Malaysia / 01 Nov 2025

Fire and Rescue dept on full alert with 15,620 personnel, 983 assets for monsoon season

US Ambassador to Malaysia Edgard D. Kagan described the visit as “overwhelmingly positive”, saying it has restored strategic depth and renewed popular support for bilateral ties, marking a turning point in both symbolism and substance. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 01 Nov 2025

Trump’s Malaysia visit heralds stronger US-Malaysia ties

MAHB said as an immediate measure, a full shuttle-bus service will be deployed during off-peak hours between 11pm and 5am daily to facilitate planned and additional inspection and rectification works. — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa
Malaysia / 01 Nov 2025

MAHB to implement action plan following aerotrain incidents

In a statement today, the Ministry of Education (MOE) said the Bahasa Melayu Oral Test will be held from November 3 to 6, followed by the English Language Oral Test from November 10 to 13. — Pexels pic
Malaysia / 01 Nov 2025

Over 413,000 students to sit for SPM 2025 starting Nov 3

The wearing of neckties remained mandatory for certain official events such as welcoming ceremonies for foreign delegations, as well as international meetings, colloquiums, or conferences involving foreign dignitaries or leaders.— Pexels pic
Malaysia / 01 Nov 2025

Male civil servants can breathe easier: JPA says neckties no longer needed at work or meetings

The fire at a restaurant in KLCC Tower 3 has been successfully contained, with no casualties reported, according to fire and rescue officials on site. — Picture by Firdaus Latif
Malaysia / 01 Nov 2025

Fire at KLCC Tower 3 quickly contained, restaurant closed for investigation

Police have confirmed that a Form One female student at a school here was injured after falling from the first floor of the school building yesterday. — Picture by Raymond Manuel
Malaysia / 01 Nov 2025

Police probe after Form One student falls from school building in Shah Alam, remains in stable condition

The Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM), through the Criminal Investigation Department (CID), is working with the Singapore Police Force (SPF) to track down criminals involved in cybercrime based in Cambodia. — Picture by Raymond Manuel
Malaysia / 01 Nov 2025

PDRM, Singapore Police track down cybercrime syndicate in Cambodia, seven Malaysians wanted

Effective November 15, foreign vehicle owners or drivers, especially those from Singapore, who have not obtained or activated a Vehicle Entry Permit (VEP) will be prohibited from leaving Malaysia until all outstanding fines are cleared, said Road Transport Department (JPJ) director-general Datuk Aedy Fadly Ramli. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 01 Nov 2025

No VEP, no exit: Foreign vehicles, including those from Singapore, won’t be allowed to leave Malaysia after Nov 15

The bushfire in Salak Tinggi, which broke out yesterday afternoon, has been completely extinguished early this morning – nearly 13 hours after fire-fighting operations started. — Bernama pic/KLIA Fire and Rescue Department
Malaysia / 01 Nov 2025

Firefighters bring Salak Tinggi bushfire under control after a marathon 13-hour effort

Defence Minister Datuk Seri Mohamed Khaled Nordin today urged Asean and its Asean Plus partners to deepen cooperation in addressing security challenges. — Picture by Firdaus Latif
Malaysia / 01 Nov 2025

At 12th ADMM-Plus, Khaled urges Asean and partners to unite against global threats

A fire broke out at the Petronas Tower 3 here this morning, involving a restaurant located on the upper floor of the building. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 01 Nov 2025

Fire breaks out at Petronas Tower 3 restaurant, no casualties reported (VIDEO)

Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim’s lighthearted social media post about G-Dragon’s performance at the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (Apec) Economic Leaders’ dinner last night has captured the hearts of many Malaysian fans of the K-pop star. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 01 Nov 2025

PM Anwar joins the K-pop craze, shares G-Dragon’s Apec performance with fans (VIDEO)

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim and South Korea’s President Lee Jae Myung the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Economic Leaders’ Meeting. — Reuters pic/Yonhap
Malaysia / 01 Nov 2025

Anwar defends Malaysia-US trade pact, says critics are misinformed and ‘politically motivated’

A 45-year-old farmer is believed to have been killed after he was allegedly attacked with a machete by his brother-in-law in Kampung Pida. — Bernama pic
Malaysia / 01 Nov 2025

Murder investigation underway after brother-in-law allegedly kills farmer with machete in Kedah