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Melaka Islamic Religious Dept probes hotel allegedly using 'gay-friendly' label after social media buzz

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan. 13 -- The state government has instructed the Melaka Islamic Religious Department (JAIM) to investigate claims that a hotel in the state is operating under a "gay-friendly" concept,... Read More


'Are You Dead?' app tops China's charts as solo living fears spark viral sensation

BEIJING, Jan. 13 -- Tapping into a deep-seated fear among China's millions of solo dwellers - dying alone and unnoticed - a morbidly named new app called "Are You Dead?" has become a viral sensation, ... Read More


Police keeping an eye on extremist groups exploiting religion for national security

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan. 13 -- Monitoring extremist or militant groups that exploit religion to justify suicide attacks is essential for the country's security. Deputy Inspector-General of Police Tan Sri A... Read More


Less hustle, more heart - Malaysians say 2026 is all about family, fitness, and football

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan. 12 -- Malaysians are set to place a greater emphasis on wellbeing, relationships, and personal balance in 2026, with priorities shifting towards family, friends, and health, accordi... Read More


'You're hired!': Two in three Malaysians believe AI will bring more jobs in 2026

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan. 12 -- Malaysians are significantly more optimistic than the global average that artificial intelligence (AI) will create jobs in 2026, a new Ipsos survey shows. The survey found th... Read More


DAP secretary-general tells Yeo to keep joy private, warning that 'extra stabs' at Najib risk souring Madani unity

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan. 12 -- DAP secretary-general Anthony Loke has cautioned against remarks that could strain ties with Umno after fellow party leader Yeo Bee Yin's post celebrating Datuk Seri Najib Raz... Read More


DAP secretary-general tells Yeo Bee Yin to keep joy private, warning that 'extra stabs' at Najib risk souring Madani unity

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan. 12 -- DAP secretary-general Anthony Loke has cautioned against remarks that could strain ties with Umno after fellow party leader Yeo Bee Yin's post celebrating Datuk Seri Najib Raz... Read More


Stoned & Co suspends co-founder after viral Ferrari road rage incident in Subang Jaya (VIDEO)

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan. 12 -- Streetwear brand Stoned & Co. has suspended its co-founder and managing director, Tan Jia Hui, after a video showing him in a road rage incident went viral online. The video ... Read More


Stoned & Co suspends co-founder after viral Ferrari road rage incident (VIDEO)

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan. 12 -- Streetwear brand Stoned & Co. has suspended its co-founder and managing director, Tan Jia Hui, after a video showing him in a road rage incident went viral online. The video ... Read More


FT Mufti calls for cancellation of 'Glamping With Pride' retreat

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan. 11 -- A glamping retreat branded "Glamping With Pride" has drawn scrutiny from religious authorities, with the Federal Territories Mufti urging organisers to cancel or halt programm... Read More