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Malaysian writer Mohamed Nasser Mohad shortlisted for Commonwealth short story prize

KUALA LUMPUR, April 14 -- A Malaysian writer has made the cut in this year's Commonwealth Short Story Prize shortlist, with 25 writers from 14 countries selected from nearly 8,000 entries worldwide. ... Read More


Not covered: Domestic Violence Act loophole leaves unmarried couples vulnerable

KUALA LUMPUR, April 14 -- Malaysia's main law on domestic violence does not protect everyone facing abuse - leaving those in non-marital relationships without access to critical safeguards. While the... Read More


'Malaikat Malam' tops RM14m at Malaysian box office

KUALA LUMPUR, April 14 -- Malaysian film Malaikat Malam has become a box office success, grossing an impressive RM14 million nationwide since its debut on March 26 while holding its own against major ... Read More


Malaysia's quiet diplomacy in Hormuz emulated by Thailand: a template for strategic survival in an age of chokepoints - Phar Kim Beng

Kuala Lampur, April 14 -- In moments of acute geopolitical tension, the measure of statecraft is not loudness but effectiveness. Malaysia's calibrated, quiet diplomacy toward Iran - amid escalating t... Read More


Singapore hiring, wage growth set to soften in 2026 amid West Asia uncertainty, according to MAS

SINGAPORE, April 14 -- Hiring momentum in Singapore is expected to slow in 2026, while wage growth is likely to moderate as geopolitical uncertainty stemming from the West Asia conflict weighs on busi... Read More


Remaster when? - 'Bloodborne' is getting a full-feature movie. and it'll be R-rated

LAS VEGAS, April 14 -- The grim, gothic world of PlayStation's hit video game Bloodborne is officially coming to the big screen, with Sony Pictures announcing an R-rated animated feature that promises... Read More


Escaped Pakistani detainee case: Police probe SOP lapses, weaknesses

KUALA LUMPUR, April 13 -- Police have opened an investigation paper to identify any weaknesses or non-compliance with standard operating procedures (SOP) following the escape of a Pakistani man from S... Read More


From scrambled eggs to 'Oppa, will you marry me?': Here is what you missed at Lee Je-hoon's fan Q&A session in ZeppKL

KUALA LUMPUR, April 13 -- It is safe to say that famous South Korean actor Lee Je-hoon left local fans satisfied, yet wanting more following his fan meeting session at Zepp Kuala Lumpur last Saturday.... Read More


Two police personnel remanded over alleged RM10,000 bribe to release massage workers

KUALA LUMPUR, April 13 -- The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) has remanded a police officer and a policeman on suspicion of soliciting and accepting about RM10,000 in bribes in exchange fo... Read More


DPM Fadillah: RM2.6b flood mitigation plan for Kuching awaits Cabinet approval

KOTA SAMARAHAN, April 13 -- The federal government estimates that RM2.6 billion is needed to complete two major flood mitigation (RTB) initiatives in Kuching, covering Phase 2 of the Kuching City RTB ... Read More