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'Yes I am Muslim/Chinese/Indian, but I'm also Singaporean': Lee Hsien Loong says national identity matters, but may not be most important

SINGAPORE, Sept. 9 -- Senior Minister Lee Hsien Loong said yesterday that while Singapore's national identity has grown stronger 60 years since its independence, it may not be the most important ident... Read More


'Flying Sikh' on film: Astro Shaw gears up for rally icon Karamjit Singh's story in 'Terbang', eyes Merdeka 2026 release

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept. 9 -- In the world of rallying - a high-octane motorsport battled across both closed and public roads - Karamjit Singh is a name that sparks instant recognition. Fondly known as th... Read More


China races to build 'durian express' so fruit lovers get their fix faster

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept. 9 -- A port operator in northeastern China is building a new fruit transit centre to speed up shipments of Southeast Asia's coveted durians to Chinese consumers. Liaoning Port Gro... Read More


DBKL seizes 99 chickens, 11 ducks in filthy Selayang shop after viral complaint

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept. 9 -- Authorities have confiscated 110 animals from a business premises in Pusat Bandar Utara, Selayang following viral complaints on social media. According to the Kuala Lumpur Ci... Read More


Malaysia jumps 8 spots in global talent ranking while Singapore shows surprising decline

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept. 9 -- Malaysia has climbed to 25th place in the International Institute for Management Development's (IMD) World Talent Ranking 2025, its best showing in five years. In the latest ... Read More


Malaysia jumps eight spots in global talent ranking while Singapore shows surprising decline

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept. 9 -- Malaysia has climbed to 25th place in the International Institute for Management Development's (IMD) World Talent Ranking 2025, its best showing in five years. In the latest ... Read More


Philippines will enter choppy waters when it is the chair of Asean and related summits in 2026 - Phar Kim Beng

Kuala Lampur, Sept. 9 -- When the Philippines assumes the Group Chairmanship of Asean and related summits, it will do so at a particularly turbulent time for the region. The year 2025 has already been... Read More


Fadillah urges Malaysia to transform from tech consumer to maker

KUCHING, Sept. 9 -- Malaysia must make innovation a central pillar if it aims to become a developed nation and compete globally, said Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof. He pointed out t... Read More


Malaysia's all-girl rock band Candy returns after 20 years with 'Pistol & Bunga' show on Sept 20

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept. 9 -- Malaysia's first all-female rock band Candy is back and ready to return to the stage with a showcase after more than 20 years. Candy, comprising Patricia Robert (vocals and r... Read More


'Crazy': Italy keep World Cup hopes ticking over with 5-4 win over Israel after two own goals

DEBRECEN, Sept. 9 -- Italy prevailed in a whirlwind game to beat Israel 5-4 in their World Cup qualifier in Hungary yesterday after the Italians scored two own goals, twice came from behind and conced... Read More