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From influencer to Islamist: Cleopatra joins PAS to 'secure children's future', vows commitment to party's spiritual training

KUALA LUMPUR, June 1 -- Influencer Nur Fathiah Syazwana Shaharuddin, better known as Cleopatra, has officially joined the Islamist party PAS yesterday, citing the need to provide a better future for h... Read More


Craving a snack? Go bananas for the 'pisang goreng' and 'kuih bakul' at USJ 2 Goreng Pisang in Subang Jaya

SUBANG JAYA, June 1 -- As a kid, I used to take the bus (read: small van) home from school in Subang. I lived the furthest, so I was always the last one off. Most of the other kids lived nearby, so ... Read More


Clubbing without alcohol in bright daylight: What is 'coffee rave', the new music and cafe trend brewing in KL?

KUALA LUMPUR, June 1 -- There's a new party trend making waves across town - you go clubbing to dance music, but not at night... and certainly there is no alcohol involved. Get your latte on and join... Read More


Morning music and mocha vibes: KL's arguably first coffee rave redefines clubbing culture without the booze

KUALA LUMPUR, June 1 -- Julia, 30, would sometimes stay up all night for a party - but yesterday morning she decided to try something different. Instead of dressing up, she was just wearing a white t... Read More


From Skudai to Texas skies: UTM's Rimau-1 to represent Malaysia at global rocket competition finals

JOHOR BARU, June 1 -- A multinational team from Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) has qualified for the finals of the prestigious International Rocket Engineering Competition (IREC) 2025 in Midland,... Read More


Perikatan rubbishes claim 10 of its MPs switching sides, calls for proof amid defection rumours

KOTA BARU, June 1 -- Perikatan Nasional (PN) has challenged those claiming that 10 of its MPs have pledged support for the government to provide evidence. Utusan Malaysia cited its chief whip Datuk S... Read More


Penang's best char koay teow? Judges say it's from Pulau Tikus after sizzling street food contest

GEORGE TOWN, June 1 -- A beloved char koay teow stall in Pulau Tikus has claimed the top spot in a Penang-wide cook-off, winning over judges with its perfect wok hei and bold flavours. According to T... Read More


Indian cinema icon Kamal Haasan says co-star Simbu set for greater heights after first collaboration in 'Thug Life'

KUALA LUMPUR, June 1 -- Prominent South Indian actor Kamal Haasan is confident that his co-star Silambarasan - better known as Simbu or STR - is poised for greater prospects after his stellar performa... Read More


From teens to seniors, 41 face money mule charges in Singapore

SINGAPORE, June 1 -- A total of 41 people, including a teenager, are expected to be charged this week for their alleged roles as money mules or for facilitating scam-related activities, amid rising co... Read More


'My name isn't even on the list': Negeri Sembilan MB Aminuddin denies lobbying for federal role, leaves decision to Anwar

SEREMBAN, June 1 -- Negeri Sembilan Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Aminuddin Harun has reportedly denied any interest in a federal Cabinet post, saying his priority remains on administering the state effect... Read More