PETALING JAYA: Ahead of the implementation of service tax on financial services on July 1, groups have voiced concerns, saying that this is likely to drive up costs for businesses and the regular people. Read full story

PONTIAN: Drugs were round on a foreigner when he was arrested after trying to evade a police patrol. Read full story

PETALING JAYA: Sultan of Selangor Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah is urging all Muslims to strengthen their faith and unity as they usher in the Islamic new year. Read full story

KUALA LUMPUR: Ministers no longer have "kang tao" (Hokkien slang for money- making opportunity) as they are not allowed to personally endorse any proposed government project, says Anthony Loke. Read full story

PETALING JAYA: Banking associations have reassured the public that the upcoming expansion of the service tax which on July 1, 2025, will not affect commonly used basic banking services. Read full story

MELAKA: Melaka police have busted the 'Yoe Gomen Gang' after eight cases of breaking into schools and government offices in the Melaka Tengah district since April, with the arrest of three members recently. Read full story

KUALA LUMPUR: The government has agreed to expand the role of the National Scam Response Centre (NSRC) to cover all forms of cybercrime, says Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim announced. Read full story

GEORGE TOWN: In an effort to prevent the misuse of subsidised cooking oil, the Penang Hindu Association (PHA) is urging consumers to always check the prices and the source of prayer oil before buying. Read full story

KUALA LUMPUR: The Road Transport Department (JPJ) and the Land Public Transport Agency (Apad) have been instructed to step up monitoring of repeat traffic offenders involving transportcompanies and commercial vehicle drivers. Read full story

KUALA LUMPUR: A Form Two student collapsing on a school rooftop after inhaling a drug-laced vape is just one of many disturbing incidents fuelling renewed calls for the government to impose a total ban on electronic cigarettes. Read full story

KUALA LUMPUR: The prosecution has filed an ex-parte application in the High Court here seeking to restrain Toh Puan Na'imah Abdul Khalid, the widow of the late Tun Daim Zainuddin, or her associates, from dealing with offshore assets amounting to US$157.5mil (approximately RM667mil) and 85mil located in Jersey, a British Crown dependency. Read full story

KOTA BARU: A silat instructor pleaded not guilty at the Sessions Court here to four charges of committing sexual assault against three male students aged 15 and 17. Read full story

PUTRAJAYA: A symbol of nomadic resilience and cultural heritage took centre stage here yesterday as Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim and the President of the Kyrgyz Republic, Sadyr Zhaparov, attended a traditional Kyrgyz Yurt ceremony on the sidelines of the latter's official visit to Malaysia. Read full story

The most popular months for tourists from China to visit Malaysia isn't during their Golden Week in October, but in July and August. Read full story

PUTRAJAYA: Sukuk funds at the centre of an embezzlement probe involving a "Tan Sri" were partly converted into digital currency, says Malaysian Anti- Corruption Commission (MACC) chief commissioner Tan Sri Azam Baki. Read full story

IPOH: The High Court here has acquitted and discharged three men accused of trafficking over one kilogramme of cannabis six years ago after ruling that the prosecution failed to establish a prima facie case. Read full story

PUTRAJAYA: Malaysia and the Kyrgyz Republic have agreed to collaborate on developing Islamic banking and boosting trade in halal products, with Malaysia offering its expertise in both sectors to help establish relevant facilities and services in the Kyrgyz Republic. Read full story

PUTRAJAYA: Steps to forfeit assets belonging to the late finance minister Tun Daim Zainuddin, his family and proxies in the United Kingdom have begun, says the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC). Read full story

KUALA LUMPUR: Thunderstorms, heavy rain, and strong winds are expected across various regions in Malaysia, with warnings in effect until 5pm on Wednesday (June 25), said the Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia). Read full story

It's full house for much-beloved hometown girl in her first ever mega solo- concert at the Sabah International Convention Centre in Kota Kinabalu. Read full story

KOTA KINABALU: Three men have been arrested for possessing liquids believed to be ketum in the Penampang district. Read full story

SIBU: A haemodialysis centre employee pleaded not guilty at the Magistrate Court here to a charge of deceiving an MP in relation to a RM5,000 donation intended for kidney patients. Read full story

PUTRAJAYA: The mother of Syed Saddiq Syed Abdul Rahman has expressed forgiveness towards those who have wronged her son. Read full story

GEORGE TOWN: An assistant lorry driver who admitted to injuring a police officer had his guilty plea rejected by the Magistrate's Court here after he failed to identify photographic evidence presented in the case. Read full story

KOTA KINABALU: Just over a year since assuming regulatory control, the Energy Commission of Sabah (ECoS) is beginning to see tangible progress in stabilising, reforming, and future-proofing the state's energy sector. Read full story

PUTRAJAYA: In an effort to reduce accidents involving heavy vehicles, the Transport Ministry has announced a list of companies with the most overdue traffic summonses. Read full story

KUALA LUMPUR: Fire safety measures in many schools remain inadequate, raising concerns about the protection of students, teachers, and school staff, says Tan Sri Lee Lam Thye. Read full story

PUTRAJAYA: Criminal charges against Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob have yet to be decided, says the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC). Read full story

PUTRAJAYA: The Court of Appeal has ruled that the plot of land known as "Duta Enclave" shall remain with the government. Read full story

GEORGE TOWN: Pets are often barred from public places and events, so when an open-air bazaar was held for people to bring their pets, it became a joy for them to walk, shop and let their furry companions socialise. Read full story

KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysian Armed Forces (ATM) marked a historic milestone as Mejar Jeneral Datuk Johnny Lim Eng Seng was promoted to the rank of Leftenan Jeneral making him the first Chinese senior officer to attain the prestigious three-star rank in the country's military. Read full story

PETALING JAYA: Over 700 fire-hazard abatement (MBK) notices were issued to schools nationwide throughout 2024 and up until April of this year for failing to meet fire safety standards, says the Fire and Rescue Department. Read full story

PETALING JAYA: Local airlines will continue to be on alert and ready to make last minute adjustments to flight plans to keep their passengers safe following the rapidly-changing situation in the Middle East. Read full story

PETALING JAYA: Alarming fire safety lapses in schools could put hundreds of students at risk, with experts warning that even a single oversight during an emergency could lead to damaging consequences. Read full story

PUTRAJAYA: Muar MP Syed Saddiq Syed Abdul Rahman will know his fate today in his appeal against his conviction and sentence in a RM1.2mil graft case involving Armada Bersatu funds. Read full story