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A day of eating in George Town, Penang: 'Char koay teow', 'nasi kandar', 'capati', 'bak kwa' and more

GEORGE TOWN, April 17 -- Twelve years ago, we ran a piece in the print edition of Malay Mail about where to find great street food in Penang, every hour of the day. That's right. Twenty-four hours. T... Read More


Newcomers shake up Forbes list of Malaysia's richest in 2025, but 'Sugar King' Kuok still rules

KUALA LUMPUR, April 17 -- Three new names have entered the ranks of Malaysia's wealthiest, including a former police officer and a minimart magnate, according to Forbes' 2025 list of the 50 richest Ma... Read More


MCMC investigates incomplete Jalur Gemilang on news outlet's Facebook page

KUALA LUMPUR, April 17 -- The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) has launched an investigation against Kwong Wah Yit Poh after the media outlet posted an incomplete illustration... Read More


Sin Chew Daily apologises over flag gaffe, vows stronger editorial checks

KUALA LUMPUR, April 17 -- Sin Chew Daily has issued an unreserved apology to His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, the King of Malaysia, over an error involving the national flag published on its front page. I... Read More


Can Malaysia end Singapore's reign? Three local teams set sights to reclaim 2025 Genting World Lion Dance crown this July

KUALA LUMPUR, April 17 -- The Genting World Lion Dance Championship returns for its 15th edition, which will run from July 25 to 27 at the Arena of Stars, Genting Highlands. The upcoming competition ... Read More


Rare diseases in Malaysia: The hidden crisis few are talking about

KUALA LUMPUR, April 17 -- Rare diseases affect only a small number of people, but for those living with them in Malaysia, the struggle is real and often overlooked. Although rare diseases affect fewe... Read More


Batu Ferringhi beaches set for RM61m revival, promising tourism boost.

GEORGE TOWN, April 17 -- The Ministry of Energy Transition and Water Transformation (Petra) has approved an allocation of RM61 million to rehabilitate the popular tourist belt of Batu Ferringhi. Depu... Read More


Malaysian writer Pauline Fan earns spot on prestigious English PEN shortlist to translate Malay war-era novel 'Hari-Hari Terakhir di Jesselton'

KUALA LUMPUR, April 17 -- Malaysian writer Pauline Fan has been shortlisted for an international grant programme for her proposal to translate the Malay historical novel, Hari-Hari Terakhir di Jesselt... Read More


Time names Blackpink's Rose among world's top 100 influencers for shaping pop culture as Lily Collins hails K-pop star's strength and authenticity

SEOUL, April 17 -- South Korean singer Rose, a member of global K-pop phenomenon Blackpink, has been named one of Time magazine's 100 Most Influential People of this year. The annual list, which reco... Read More


Time names Rose among world's top 100 influencers for shaping pop culture as Lily Collins hails K-pop star's strength and authenticity

SEOUL, April 17 -- South Korean singer Rose, a member of global K-pop phenomenon Blackpink, has been named one of Time magazine's 100 Most Influential People of this year. The annual list, which reco... Read More