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'Tax relief? There is such a thing?': B40 mums say childcare aid misses the mark

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec. 2 -- On a busy day, Norlina Ibrahim, who juggles two jobs, would have to ask a neighbour to watch her two toddlers while she worked extra hours. That will have to do as she cannot ... Read More


Tengku Zafrul wraps up Cabinet tenure, addresses China's jitters over ART pact

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec. 2 -- On his final day as a Cabinet minister, Datuk Seri Tengku Zafrul Abdul Aziz signalled that he is prepared to continue serving the government in any role that the prime minister... Read More


Universiti Malaya slips yet leads Malaysian varsities in 2026 QS sustainability list; UCSI shines in environmental indicator

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov. 18 -- Malaysian universities are showing steady progress in sustainability, with 17 of 33 ranked institutions improving their positions in the 2026 QS World University Rankings: Sus... Read More


'We deserve to know': SS14 residents push Subang Jaya City Council for transparency on elevated link plan

SUBANG, Nov. 8 -- Residents of SS14 are demanding clarity from the Subang Jaya City Council (MBSJ) on a proposed elevated link which they fear could worsen traffic congestion in nearby residential are... Read More


Zayn Rayyan's mother Ismanira gets five years' jail for neglecting autistic son, must serve sentence immediately

PETALING JAYA, Oct. 31 -- The Sessions Court has sentenced Ismanira Abdul Manaf to five years' imprisonment after finding her guilty of neglecting her autistic son, the late Zayn Rayyan Abdul Matin, i... Read More


Kuala Lumpur to host landmark 47th Asean Summit, bloc's biggest since 1976

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct. 25 -- Malaysia is set to host the 47th Asean Summit from October 26 to 28, bringing together leaders from across South-east Asia and key dialogue partners to discuss regional cooper... Read More


Communications minister: Smooth preparations for press coverage ahead of 47th Asean Summit

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct. 22 -- Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil said preparations for press coverage of the 47th Asean Summit taking place this Saturday are going smoothly. He said as of 12 noon ... Read More


How the government plans to balance heritage, ownership rights and redevelopment in Kampung Baru and Kampung Sungai Baru

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct. 10 -- The government has reaffirmed its commitment that any future development in Kampung Baru will preserve its cultural and socio-economic heritage. Federal Territories Minister ... Read More


Home Ministry: Legal gaps, lack of technical expertise hamper enforcement against international scam syndicates

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct. 7 -- Despite ongoing enforcement efforts, Malaysia continues to face challenges in its fight against financial scam syndicates, said Deputy Home Minister Datuk Seri Shamsul Anuar Na... Read More


Health Ministry to push Cabinet for total vape ban, foresees related health costs hitting RM400m by 2030

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct. 7 -- The Health Ministry (MOH) is pressing ahead with its plan for a nationwide vape ban and projects that healthcare costs for vape-related illnesses could soar to RM400 million by... Read More