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How to enjoy guilt-free eating in the New Year: Let food be food again

COMMENTARY, Jan. 1 -- The chef deftly flips and slices the steak upon the teppanyaki. The meat sizzles on the flat iron griddle, a spectacle for diners. For us. Yet I can't help but wonder: Is this a... Read More


Why I'm staying - Nahrizul Adib Kadri

Kuala Lampur, Jan. 1 -- I found out about the appointment the same way I find out about most things these days. Not with fireworks, not with a ceremony, but through a short conversation with the Vice-... Read More


From fireworks to prayers: Malaysia rings in 2026 nationwide

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan. 1 -- Malaysia ushered in 2026 with spectacular fireworks illuminating the skies and a host of spiritual activities across the country. A Bernama check found that Pavilion Kuala Lum... Read More


Perikatan Nasional: 'Tis the time to be unjolly

Kuala Lampur, Jan. 1 -- Happy New Year! I initially wanted to spread the feelgood holiday cheer to everyone, as people laze over a long weekend to get ready for a great productive year ahead. Maybe ... Read More


Silence in the city budget must give way to shared decision-making for a more inclusive, sustainable Kuala Lumpur - Joshua Low

Kuala Lampur, Jan. 1 -- Kuala Lumpur cannot claim to be a liveable, inclusive city while its budgetary process remains shrouded in secrecy. Following concerns raised by StarMetro on December22, 2025 ... Read More


Anwar joins packed Bukit Bintang crowd to ring in New Year, kick off Visit Malaysia 2026

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan. 1 -- Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim together with a packed Bukit Bintang crowd welcomed the New Year last night. The New Year was welcomed with a slew of performances by t... Read More


Sarawak Civil Defence monitors slope landslide in Selangau, road remains open

SELANGAU, Jan. 1 -- A landslide has been detected along Jalan Ulu Sungai Arip here, prompting monitoring by the Civil Defence Force, although the road remains passable to all vehicles. Selangau Distr... Read More


It's official: Perak family's three stateless generations are Malaysians, govt did not appeal court ruling

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan. 1 -- Three generations in a Perak family can finally officially call themselves Malaysians; they will no longer be stateless and deprived of opportunities for a better life. This i... Read More


'Now, we can dream' of tomorrow: Perak family says after three stateless generations finally recognised as Malaysians

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan. 1 -- After waiting their whole lives, a Perak family can now call themselves Malaysians, and no longer have to be someone who does not belong to any country in the world. Kamaladev... Read More


MASwings now under AirBorneo as state-owned carrier assumes full control

KUCHING, Jan. 1 -- The Sarawak government has completed the acquisition of MASwings Sdn Bhd (MASwings) through AirBorneo Holdings Sdn Bhd (AirBorneo), with the state-owned carrier assuming full legal ... Read More