KUALA LUMPUR - A strong earthquake of magnitude 6.1 struck the Volcano Islands, Japan region, at 11.55 am today.The Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) said in a statement that the earthquake was centred at coordinates 23.0 degrees north and 144.3 degrees east, with a depth of 81 kilometres (km).The earthquake occurred 1,442 km south of Yokosuka, Japan.MetMalaysia confirmed that there is no tsunami threat to Malaysia following the earthquake

KUALA LUMPUR, March 2 Flood mitigation projects (RTB) are being designed to factor in climate change in their te...

KUALA LUMPUR, March 2 Malaysians living in various countries abroad have expressed concern that they may not be...

This follows the conflict in the Middle East, as Malaysia has high-value goods which are transported through the regions airspace.

MIDA chairman Tengku Zafrul warns of pricier imports, higher logistics costs and ringgit pressure due to Middle East conflict disrupting trade routes.

DUBAI (March 2):The biggest disruption to global air transport since the Covid pandemic snarled travel for a second day on Sunday, with thousands of flights affected and busy Gulf hubs including Dubai and Doha shuttered as Iran lashed out after US-Israeli strikes. Passengers werestrandedaround the world as airlines sought to reroute around the Middle East, [...] The post Thousands stranded as Iran conflict shuts Mideast hubs appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

KUALA LUMPUR, March 2 There have been no reports to date of any Malaysians affected by the security situation in...

PENGANJURAN acara larian berpasukan berkonsepkan Jepun, ALEPS Ekiden 2026 menampilkan kelainan apabila ia dijadualkan berlangsung di Litar Antarabangsa Petronas Sepang pada 20 Jun depan.Lebih istimewa, acara anjuran Alumni Look East Policy Society (ALEPS) itu akan diadakan bersempena dengan perlumbaan Super GT Malaysia sekali gus menyatukan elemen sukan larian, budaya dan sukan pemotoran (motorsport) bertaraf antarabangsa di satu lokasi.Presiden ALEPS, Isrami Ismail berkata, ALEPS Ekiden bukan sekadar acara sukan biasa, sebaliknya ia merupakan platform terbaik dalam memperkukuh nilai dan hubungan dua hala antara Malaysia dan Jepun."Sukan ini bukan tentang siapa paling pantas, tetapi bagaimana pasukan bergerak sebagai satu unit

They didnt want to sleep in their own rooms. We slept hugging each other through the series of missile explosions last night, the mother of three told Bernama when contacted on Sunday.However, Nur Hamiza said her two school-aged children, aged nine and seven respectively, tried to understand what was happening by reading and watching news related to the conflict together.She said that schools in the country will conduct online classes for three days starting March 2 as a precautionary measure following security developments in the Middle East region.The UAE Air Force and Air Defence forces have successfully intercepted and destroyed 137 ballistic missiles and 209 drones launched towards the country's territory since the start of the Iranian attacks, according to its Ministry of Defence.The Ministry stated that of the 137 Iranian ballistic missiles detected heading towards the UAE since the beginning of the attacks, 132 were successfully intercepted and destroyed, while five others landed in the sea.A total of 209 Iranian drones were also detected; 195 were intercepted, while 14 fell within the countrys territory and waters, causing minor collateral damage.It stated that, as a result of the effective interception of the missiles and drones, some debris fell in separate areas across the country, leading to minor material damage to several public facilities.According to Nur Hamiza, she and fellow Malaysians have made preparations in case evacuation becomes necessary, such as placing important personal documents in a bag and keeping it near the main door of their homes.Asked to describe the atmosphere at her residence in Khalifa City, located less than 10 kilometres from Zayed International Airport, Nur Hamiza said, "The roads are deserted."Everyone is following the authorities instructions to avoid open areas for fear of being hit by missile debris, she added.She said they are still able to purchase daily necessities at nearby supermarkets or online, and there is no sign of panic buying."We are still able to withdraw money from ATMs, she said, expressing hope that this war will end soon.Abu Dhabi Airports announced on Sunday that an incident occurred at Zayed International Airport, resulting in one fatality and seven injuries.In a post on the social media platform X, the airport operator confirmed that the victim who died was an Asian national, while those injured received medical assistance."The public is advised to avoid spreading rumours and to refer only to official sources

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SEPANG, March 1 Operations at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) remain stable and orderly despite severa...

KUALA LUMPUR, March 1 National carrier Malaysia Airlines has extended its suspension of all flights to and from...

Irans airstrikes across the Middle East in retaliation for US and Israeli attacks risk dragging West Asia to the brink of catastrophe, says the prime minister.

KUANTAN, March 1 The Sultan of Pahang, Al-Sultan Abdullah Riayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah, wants all m...

PEMAIN perseorangan wanita profesional negara, Goh Jin Weimenamatkan kemarau kejuaraan selama lapan tahun apabila muncul juara Kejohanan Cabaran Antarabangsa Singapura pada Ahad.Pilihan ketiga itu menepati ramalan apabila hanya mengambil masa 30 minit untuk menewaskan pemain Indonesia yang tidak diletakkan sebagai pilihan, Komang Ayu Cahya Dewi, 21-11, 21-11 pada aksi final yang berlangsung di Singapore Badminton Hall East Coast @ Expo.Kejayaan itu menyaksikan pemain ranking ke-55 dunia berkenaan meraih gelaran sulung Persekutuan Badminton Dunia (BWF) sejak menjuarai Cabaran Antarabangsa Orleans di Paris pada 2016.Pemain berusia 26 tahun itu sebelum ini turut meraih pingat emas perseorangan wanita Sukan SEA 2017 di Kuala Lumpur, emas Sukan Olimpik Remaja 2018 di Buenos Aires serta muncul juara Kejohanan Dunia Remaja sebanyak dua kali pada 2015 dan 2018

PUTRAJAYA, March 1 The Civil Aviation Authority of Malaysia (CAAM) has advised that recent airspace closures in...

The attacks raised fears of a wider conflict and rattled a region long seen as a haven of peace and security in the turbulent Middle East.

The US-Israeli strikes on Iran, and subsequent retaliatory missile attacks, have triggered the most severe disruption to global aviation in years.

KUALA LUMPUR, March 1 Malaysias Foreign Ministry, through its diplomatic missions in the Middle East, has...

Foreign ministry warns that the fluid situation on the ground, coupled with flight disruptions, makes travel unpredictable.

PUTRAJAYA, March 1 Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has expressed deep concern over protracted global con...

KUALA LUMPUR, March 1 Batik Air is closely monitoring developments and assessing their potential impact on regio...

# Airspace closed, flights cancelled as US-Iran conflict flares PARIS - Flights across the Middle East were cancelled Saturday as several countries closed their airspace after the United States and Israel launched strikes on Iran

Perdana Menteri Israel, Benjamin Netanyahu, sebelum ini mendakwa terdapat banyak petanda bahawa Khamenei telah terbunuh. Media Middle East Eye pula melaporkan, ia tidak dapat mengesahkan dakwaan Trump secara bebas dan Presiden AS itu tidak mengemukakan sebarang bukti mengenai pembunuhan tersebut

Mirjana Spoljaric called on countries to respect the rules of war and urged them to find the political will to prevent 'further death and destruction'.

President Donald Trump received briefings warning of major US casualties while highlighting a potential generational shift in the Middle East favoring US interests.

The UN's rights chief deplored today's strikes in the Middle East and urged all parties to return to negotiations.

The 27-nation bloc called on all parties to exercise maximum restraint, protect civilians and fully respect international law.

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 28 Malaysia Airlines has cancelled several flights between Kuala Lumpur and destinations in th...

The government feared that USIsrael military strikes on Iran could escalate into a wider Middle East conflict.

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 28 Following recent developments in the Middle East region, the Malaysian Embassy in Doha, Qat...

Iran vowed retaliation following US and Israeli strikes.

SHAH ALAM - Masjid At-Taqwa in Taman Tun Dr Ismail (TTDI), Kuala Lumpur, has rejected allegations circulating on social media that the mosque is being boycotted, clarifying that attendance during Ramadan remains strong and consistent with previous years.Its chairman Datuk Mohd Fadzli Yusof said the mosque management takes seriously any remarks that could tarnish its reputation, while reaffirming its commitment to inclusivity, proper governance and community engagement.In a statement issued today, he addressed a Threads post uploaded by account holder @drfirdaus_92 on Feb 22 at 6.32pm, which referred to a lack of attendance for breaking of fast at the mosque.He clarified that the image accompanying the post was taken before full congregational attendance."The post by @drfirdaus_92 was uploaded at 6.32pm and showed the mosque in a relatively quiet state before full congregational attendance

This heritage appreciation and prosperity reunion dinner brought together more than 800 diners at 136 tables arranged down the middle of the historical Jalan Bijeh Timah, reviving the disappearing tradition of "" (flowing water banquet) - old-school street celebrations.

IPOH An elderly woman with disabilities perished after the house she was living in along Jalan Lahat, Simpang Pulai, was destroyed in a fire on Wednesday night.The victim, identified as 81-year-old Noriah Mat Desa, who was deaf and mute, was found burnt to death in the middle section of the living room.Her 79-year-old younger brother managed to escape the blaze and survived.Perak Fire and Rescue Department (JBPM) Operations Division assistant director Sabarodzi Nor Ahmad said the department received an emergency call at 10.31pm before a team from the Simpang Pulai Fire and Rescue Station was dispatched to the scene.The fire involved a Class A house, which was about 90 per cent destroyed.Upon arrival, firefighters found the flames engulfing almost the entire house, with a victim trapped inside.After the fire was extinguished, the victim was found burnt to death in the middle section of the living room, he said in a statement on Thursday.Sabarodzi said the JBPM Fire Investigation Division, together with the police, is investigating the cause of the fire

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The prices of subsidised RON95 petrol and diesel in East Malaysia remain unchanged.

SHAH ALAM A mosque in Kuala Lumpur is facing criticism online after a social media thread was flooded with allegations of rude behaviour, double standards and cronyism involving members of its committee.Several users shared personal experiences in the comment section of a post that initially invited the public to attend iftar at the mosque.One commenter claimed the mosque was too territorial, alleging that even long-time residents avoided it.I dont know

KUALA LUMPUR -Thunderstorms, heavy rain and strong winds are expected to hit Kuala Lumpur, Putrajaya and nine states until 5pm today.The Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia), in an alert issued at 2.30 pm, said the weather conditions are forecast to affect Bandar Baharu in Kedah, as well as several areas in Perak, namely Kerian, Larut, Matang and Selama, Kuala Kangsar, Kinta, Kampar, Batang Padang and Muallim.In Pahang, the affected areas include Cameron Highlands, Raub, Bentong and Temerloh, whereas in Selangor, it covers Kuala Selangor, Hulu Selangor, Klang, Gombak, Petaling, Kuala Langat, Hulu Langat and Sepang.The same alert was issued for Melaka and also Negeri Sembilan, involving Jelebu, Seremban, Port Dickson, Kuala Pilah and Rembau.In Johor, the affected districts are Tangkak, Segamat, Muar, Batu Pahat, Kluang, Pontian, Kulai, Kota Tinggi and Johor Bahru.In East Malaysia, the warning covers Lawas in Limbang, Sarawak

KUALA LUMPUR - The issue of child maintenance after divorce continues to weigh heavily on Malaysias Muslim community, with persistent reports of fathers failing to fulfil responsibilities clearly mandated by both religion and law.Beyond financial provision, child maintenance encompasses welfare, education and emotional well-being; areas most affected when parents part ways

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TAIYUAN (Feb 24): Although introduced to China from the Middle East, the art of glass-blowing has taken root in an ancient Chinese county and evolved into a vibrant specialty industry

# More than 200 political prisoners in Venezuela launch hunger strike GUATIRE, Venezuela - More than 200 Venezuelan political prisoners were on hunger strike Sunday to demand their release under a new amnesty law that excludes many of them

KOTA KINABALU, Feb 23 A strong earthquake measuring magnitude 6.8 struck the waters off the coast of Sabah at 12...

KOTA KINABALU (Feb 23): A 6.8 magnitude earthquake was reported to have struck the waters off Sabah at 12.57am

KOTA KINABALU - A strong 6.8-magnitude earthquake struck waters off Sabah at 12.57am today but posed no tsunami threat.The Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) said in a statement this morning that the epicentre was located at coordinates 7.0 degrees North and 116.4 degrees East, at a depth of 678 kilometres (km).The epicentre was 49km west of Kudat, Sabah.Tremors were felt across Sabah as well as in several areas in Sarawak and Peninsular Malaysia, the statement said.MetMalaysia added that it would continue to monitor the situation from time to time.The department also urged members of the public who felt the tremors to provide information by completing a questionnaire via the link https://forms.gle/bRkJBUqLEPAf8KVw9.Meanwhile, the Operations Control Centre of the Sabah Fire and Rescue Department confirmedthat no untoward incidents had been reported following the earthquake.We have been informed that, so far, no emergency calls related to the earthquake have been received.All stations are carrying out patrols and monitoring in their respective areas to ensure public safety and that the surrounding environment remains safe and under control, it said when contacted

Iran's Foreign Minister said his country has the right to continue uranium enrichment for civilian purposes and to strike US interests in the Middle East in response to any aggression.

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SAPPORO - Clad in a handsomely tailored dark grey suit, Satoshi Yano walked into a room at the Sapporo International Communication Plaza Foundation building here on a cold December evening, having braved the Friday evening traffic straight after work.The elementary school teacher was among eight Japanese hosts gathered to greet 16 journalists from Malaysia, Thailand and Indonesia, who would be staying in their homes over the next three days.The homestay formed part of the seven-day JENESYS for Young Media Professionals 2025 programme held from Dec 2 to 9, designed to expose the Asean journalists to Japans political, economic and cultural landscape.The JENESYS (Japan-East Asia Network of Exchange for Students and Youths) programme is a people-to-people exchange initiative by the Japanese government to strengthen ties between Japan and the Asia-Pacific region.This writer and New Straits Times reporter Mohamad Al As Mohd Yunos, 28, were assigned to stay with Yano.At first glance, Yano, 54, appeared to embody the familiar Japanese stereotype - composed and serious - yet this perception completely changed once we got to know him personally.His polite bow that evening marked the beginning of an unforgettable journey.OPENING DOORS TO STRANGERSAs soon as we arrived at Yanos house, located in the Teine area - a 30-minute drive from Sapporo city centre - we were warmly greeted by his wife Akiko Yano, 56, also an elementary school teacher.We met their daughter Moeri Yano, 24, who is a kindergarten teacher, and their sons Ryoma Yano, 19, a university student, and Masaya Yano, 16, who is in high school.Despite their warm welcome, the familys obvious concern was how we would communicate with each other, as none of them could speak fluent English and our Japanese proficiency was also limited.Still, we managed to get by using a mix of simple English, translation apps and non-verbal cues like hand gestures and facial expressions.Reflecting on his experience, Mohamad Al As said he had anticipated the language barrier."From the very beginning, I knew communication would be difficult," he said

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 18 The Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) has issued a thunderstorm warning for...

The subject of Artificial Intelligence has become so dominant in social discourse that the recent World Economic Forum in Davos devoted reputedly 200 sessions for corporate leaders to discuss AI from multiple angles

Volunteer fireman Leong Beng Tat recalls getting up in the middle of a reunion dinner to help put out a blaze.

KUALA LUMPUR - Traffic flow on the North-South Expressway (Plus) is reported to be slow in both directions near Ipoh, Perak, tonight following flash floods along that stretch.A spokesperson for the Malaysian Highway Authority (LLM) said that the flash flood occurred at Kilometre271.8, resulting in the left and emergency lanes of the southbound route being obstructed."Traffic is moving slowly from the Meru Toll to Ipoh Selatan in both directions

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 16 Thunderstorms and rain are forecast for most states in Peninsular Malaysia, the east coast...

KUALA LUMPUR - Thunderstorms and rain are forecast for most states in Peninsular Malaysia, the east coast of Sabah and several areas in Sarawak on the first day of the Chinese New Year tomorrow, according to the Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia).Based on checks on MetMalaysias official website, thunderstorms are forecast in most coastal areas of Perak in the morning, while rain is expected across the inland areas of Johor."Rain is also forecast in several areas in Terengganu, Pahang, Kuala Lumpur, Putrajaya, Negeri Sembilan, Melaka, Kelantan and Selangor."In Sabah, rain is forecast in several areas in Tawau and Sandakan, while in Sarawak, similar weather conditions are expected in Kuching, Serian, Samarahan, Sri Aman, Betong, Sarikei, Sibu, Mukah, Kapit and Bintulu, it said.In the afternoon, thunderstorms are forecast in Perak, inland Kedah and most areas in Penang, Selangor, Kuala Lumpur, Putrajaya, Negeri Sembilan, Melaka and Perlis.Rain is also expected in most areas in Pahang as well as inland Johor, Kelantan and Terengganu.Thunderstorms are forecast over the inland and west coast areas of Sabah, including Tawau and Sandakan, while Kudat is expected to experience rain

KUALA LUMPUR -Thunderstorms, heavy rain and strong winds are expected to affect almost all states nationwide until 6 pm today, according to the Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia).In a warning issued at 2.30 pm, MetMalaysia said in the north, the affected areas in Kedah are Kuala Muda, Baling, Kulim and Bandar Baharu, while in Penang, the warning covers Seberang Perai Utara, Seberang Perai Tengah and Seberang Perai Selatan.In Perak, the districts involved are Kerian, Larut, Matang and Selama, Hulu Perak, Kuala Kangsar, Kinta and Kampar.On the east coast, the whole of Pahang is expected to be affected

He converted presidential power into massive personal wealth. In less than a year, he brazenly raked in an estimated $1.2 billion, from opaque transactions with Middle Eastern sheikhdoms to the launch of his familys cryptocurrency venture

Will the renowned pork rib soup Bak Kut Teh continue to be available in Klang? Many asked this question online after Selangor state government announced closure of pig farms, relying on imports to satisfy the demand of the non-Muslim community

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Myanmar is defending itself against prosecution at the International Court of Justice over allegations of genocide against the mostly Muslim Rohingya minority.

SANDAKAN (Feb 15): Concerns are mounting over whether Sabah’s latest push into solar energy will be sufficient to resolve the state’s long-standing electricity supply shortages

THERE were reactions from Sarawakians to the proposal by Ampang MP Rodziah Ismail, who had proposed that Malaysia should build another capital city – this time in East Malaysia – to complement Kuala Lumpur and Putrajaya

Three escalating issues put Pakatan Harapan on the hot seat Pakatan Harapan (PH) is likely now feeling the truth and cruelty of the saying : "a week is a long time in politics." Previously, with the split in Perikatan Nasional (Perikatan), internal turmoil in Parti Pribumi Bersatu Malaysia and the progress on Unified Examination Certificate recognition, the situation looked favourable

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SUBANG JAYA Mydin Mohamed Holdings Berhad (Mydin) has allocated more than RM10 million to roll out its Mega Rahmah Ramadan and Kasih Syawal campaign to help ease the financial burden of the public during the festive season.Its managing director Datuk Dr Ameer Ali Mydin said through the campaign, the company is offering affordable prices with various attractive promotions, including baju Melayu and baju kurung starting from as low as RM30.He added that the cost-saving efforts are further strengthened through a collaboration with Boost Bank, which offers a RM10 discount for the purchase of Raya outfits and two per cent cashback specifically for new account holders, as well as an additional RM5 discount for a minimum spend of RM100 using the Boost e-wallet."The combination of low base prices and digital rewards provides double benefits to consumers, especially those in the middle and lower-income groups," he at a press conference.The campaign was officiated by Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi and was also attended by Plantation and Commodities Minister Datuk Seri Dr Noraini Ahmad.Ameer said Mydin will also continue organising its Jelajah Iftar Sinar Mydin mass breaking-of-fast programme on a larger scale, involving nine branches nationwide.In addition, he said 45,000 free containers of bubur lambuk will be distributed through the Kongsi Rasa Ramadan programme from Feb 21 to March 14 at 33 selected branches, with support from strategic partners including 100PLUS, Adabi, Ayam Brand, Faiza, Maggi, Gas Malaysia, Indra Valley, Emborg, Kawan, Trichy and Ramly.Mydin is also organising an in-house Ramadan bazaar at its hypermarkets to ensure a more comfortable and organised shopping experience, offering more than 100 types of dishes, including the affordable Menu Rahmah options for visitors.Mydin targets distribution of 50,000 Kotak SARA RahmahElaborating further, Ameer said Mydins corporate social responsibility initiative continues through the RM100 Kotak SARA Rahmah, which allows customers to donate essential items to those in need through a buy-and-donate concept."This is the second implementation following the positive response previously

BEIJING (Feb 12): A reality dating show following five pairs of middle-aged singles has gone viral on Chinese social media recently

KUCHING (Feb 11): The Magistrates’ Court here fined a man RM3,500 in default 10 months’ imprisonment for making an obscene gesture towards another individual

SHAH ALAM - A motorist who threw a traffic cone at another vehicle at the Damansara-Puchong Expressway (LDP) toll plaza last Saturday was fined RM100 by the Magistrates Court here today for abusive behaviour.Magistrate Muhammad Syafiq Sulaiman imposed the fine on K

KUANTAN, Feb 11 The East Coast Rail Link (ECRL) project has recorded 91.7 per cent construction progress as of J...