No shutdown, but Fahmi says e-commerce platforms to face tighter rules over electrical, halal products
PUTRAJAYA, Aug 26 — The government will take immediate steps to tighten oversight of e-commerce platforms followin...
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4 resultsBuying strata? New housing policy proposes showing long-term maintenance costs upfront, tighter management rules
KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 26 — Buying a strata property could eventually involve more than knowing the purchase price, mon...
Source: Malay Mail
Public toilets maintained, markets upgraded, drains improved: Housing Ministry says six initiatives surpass targets
PUTRAJAYA, Aug 25 — Six significant initiatives implemented by the Housing and Local Government Ministry (KPKT) un...
Source: Malay Mail
Review rules governing use of sirens and beacon lights by emergency vehicles, VIP escorts – road safety experts
While PDRM has said that government vehicles using beacons and sirens must prioritise other road users’ safety, this hasn’t always been the case, and road safety experts say that the rules governing the use…
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Malaysia targets Smart Highway technology on half of expressways in the country, says works minister
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 20 — Malaysia aims to equip at least 50 per cent of its 34 expressways with Smart Highway techno...
Hamzah expects Anwar to call GE16 by August next year amid Pakatan-Umno tensions
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 20 — Opposition leader Datuk Seri Hamzah Zainudin expects Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar...
Temerloh police bust four gangs linked to ECRL, TM cable thefts in Pahang
KUANTAN, Oct 20 — Police have crippled four gangs suspected of robbing and stealing cables belonging to the East C...
Babysitter detained after 10-month-old baby boy dies in her care in Tasek Gelugor
TASEK GELUGOR, Oct 20 — Police have detained a babysitter to assist in investigations into the death of a 10...
Penang police arrest six men over alleged abuse of Indonesian woman in Selangor
BUTTERWORTH, Oct 20 — Police have detained six men to assist investigations into the abuse of an Indonesian woman...
Data centres’ power demand to hit 8.39GW by 2030, with Johor accounting for biggest share
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 20 — Peak electricity demand from the data centre industry in Peninsular Malaysia is projected t...
Lunas targets April 2027 delivery of first littoral combat ship to Royal Malaysian Navy
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 20 — Lumut Naval Shipyard Sdn Bhd (Lunas) remains committed to delivering the first littoral com...
Nearly RM11b in STR, Sara aid disbursed as of September, says Finance Ministry
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 20 — Nearly RM11 billion in Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah (STR) and Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (Sara) assist...
YOURSAY | Going against the 'pak turut' mould
'A good education system should cultivate citizens who dare to ask the right questions.'
Finance Ministry says no commitment to bail out AirAsia
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 20 — The Finance Ministry (MoF) has not made any commitment to provide financial assistance to A...
Anwar: Govt refining haze plan, reviewing school closure measures
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 20 — The government is refining proposals to improve the National Haze Action Plan, particularly...
Firefly to fully resume Subang-Singapore flights on Oct 22
SINGAPORE, Oct 20 — Firefly will fully resume its flights between Subang and Singapore on Thursday (October 22), f...
In Dewan Rakyat today: ‘Corporate mafia’, Felda abuse of power claims among issues to be raised
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 20 — Allegations of “corporate mafia” activities and abuse of power involving the Fe...
How did a PAS nominee end up heading a Chinese new village?
A purported district office mix-up in Mahsan exposes conflicting accounts on two neighbouring Chinese new villages.
In haze-hit Johor, staying indoors is a luxury delivery riders cannot afford
JOHOR BAHRU, Oct 20 — For delivery riders in Johor, escaping the thick haze that has settled over the state is not...
Not sympathy, but opportunity: Push grows for fairer hiring of visually impaired Malaysians
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 20 — It is not a lack of talent, but rather stigma and doubts about their capabilities that cont...
GREY2K USA Worldwide Report: Australian greyhound tracks depend on the killing of tens of thousands of kangaroos each year
Nonprofit Group calls for End of Greyhound Racing Industry SYDNEY, Oct. 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- According to a new report from the Center for a Humane Economy (CHE), tens of thousands of kangaroos are being shot each year to provide... The post GREY2K USA Worldwide Report: Australian greyhound tracks depend on the killing of tens of thousands of kangaroos…
Can we produce low-cost omega-3s without relying on fish?
GOLD COAST, Australia, Oct. 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Southern Cross University researchers are aiming to halve the cost of producing omega-3 supplements to make these essential nutrients more accessible to pregnant women and infants in low-income countries, backed by the... The post Can we produce low-cost omega-3s without relying on fish? appeared first…
Pexar VivKeep Digital Photo Frames, Powered by Lexar, Now Available at JB Hi-Fi in Australia
MELBOURNE, Australia, Oct. 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Pexar, a smart device brand powered by Lexar, announced that its VivKeep digital photo frames are now available exclusively through JB Hi-Fi Australia, the premier electronics retailer in Australia, in stores nationwide and... The post Pexar VivKeep Digital Photo Frames, Powered by Lexar, Now Available at…
Akmal won't back down from those in power, wishes 'happy campaigning'
Malacca exco also says he won't step down.
Firmable launches Tech Intelligence, showing B2B sales teams what their prospects actually run and who to call about it
Firmable now detects 75,317 technologies across 19 million businesses, including the back-office infrastructure that website-based technographics miss. Every detection provides critical business context and comes with verified decision-maker contacts. MELBOURNE, Australia and SINGAPORE, Oct. 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Firmable, the... The post Firmable…
Govt websites still getting hijacked by online casinos
DBP's website, along with a state govt's portal, appear to have been compromised.
Fahmi: Govt to study identity, age checks for Roblox and online gaming platforms
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 19 — The government will examine the feasibility of expanding the implementation of electronic K...
Malaysia, Japan explore defence technology transfer, local industry cooperation
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 19 — Malaysia and Japan have the potential to expand defence industry cooperation through techno...
Johor police arrest 13 over Molotov cocktail attack on Myanmar refugee homes in Kulai
JOHOR BAHRU, Oct 19 — Police have detained 13 local men following a Molotov cocktail attack targeting several home...
Budget 2027 debate: Calls for fairer MP allocations, faster migrant deportations and tax relief for caregivers
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 19 — The mechanism for allocating parliamentary constituency funds and the influx of foreign nat...
Kelantan police arrest man over alleged indecent act involving cat
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 19 — A man has been arrested in Kelantan to assist investigations into a viral video allegedly s...
Vitaceuticals Launches MagZorb Joint Ease with NEM Nationwide
Australians crack 6.87 billion eggs a year. Joint health research says we're throwing away the best bit. SYDNEY, Oct. 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The paper-thin membrane inside every eggshell has been studied in human clinical trials for joint pain and... The post Vitaceuticals Launches MagZorb Joint Ease with NEM Nationwide appeared first on Kosmo Online .
‘Justice has prevailed’: Teresa Kok wins RM250,000 defamation suit against Dr Akmal over halal certification row
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 19 — Seputeh MP Teresa Kok has won RM250,000 in damages in her defamation suit against Umno Yout...
Selangor Sultan launches Silver Jubilee book, stamps and coins marking 25 years on throne
SHAH ALAM, Oct 19 — Sultan of Selangor Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah today launched a commemorative book, first-da...
Proposed Kuching international airport could contribute RM1.8b annually to Sarawak GDP by 2050, says state minister
KUCHING, Oct 19 — The proposed New Kuching International Airport (NKIA) at Tanjung Embang could contribute approxi...
AGC to appeal against Session Court’s decision to acquit and discharge Papagomo of sedition
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 19 — The Attorney General’s Chambers (AGC) will file a notice of appeal against the Sessio...
Semporna’s illegal foreign business activities raised in Cabinet, says minister
SEMPORNA, Oct 19 — The issue of foreigners abusing social visit passes to engage in illegal economic activities in...
Sarawak targets 15,000MW power capacity by 2035, with 60pc from renewables
KUCHING, Oct 19 — Sarawak aims for an electricity generation capacity of 15,000 megawatts (MW) by 2035, with at le...
Malaysia retains WHO validation for eliminating mother-to-child HIV, syphilis transmission
PUTRAJAYA, Oct 19 — Malaysia has retained the World Health Organisation (WHO) validation for the elimination of mo...
Teresa wins defamation suit against Akmal, awarded RM300k
Malacca High Court also orders Umno Youth chief to remove the impugned statements from social media.
Data Centre Bill to go to Cabinet in 2027, says Akmal Nasrullah
PUTRAJAYA, Oct 19 — The government plans to draft the Digital Infrastructure (Data Centre) Bill for submission to...
Honda Announces Hatchback Version Of 2026 City
Last month, Honda Malaysia announced the 2026 version of the City, with four variants in tow. Now, the company has announced the hatchback version of the car, which comes in three variants instead. The E model is absent, but the other three – V, RS and e:HEV RS – all got the hatchback treatment. Across […] The post Honda Announces Hatchback Version Of 2026…
Rapid KL to deploy 85 shuttle buses for Malaysian GP at Sepang
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct19 — Rapid KL will deploy 85 buses for a special shuttle service to the Sepang International Circ...
Haze: 27 areas in Malaysia record unhealthy air quality as of 4pm, Johan Setia in Selangor records highest reading of 169
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 19 — A total of 27 areas nationwide continued to record unhealthy Air Pollutant Index (API) read...
Get tough on undocumented migrants, refugees, consider deploying military - PN MP
PARLIAMENT | People are getting fed up with this endless problem, Radzi says.
iPhone 18 Pro Max Review: The Subtle And Steady Upgrade
The iPhone 18 Pro Max serves as the top-of-the-line variant in this generation of candybar iPhones. It’s not exactly the most interesting Apple product to launch so far, partly due to the presence of one particular device. But even ignoring that elephant in the room, not much has changed between last year’s model and this […] The post iPhone 18 Pro Max…
Haze: Schools in Melaka, Selangor, Negri Sembilan and Pahang to open tomorrow, outdoor activities suspended
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 19 — All educational institutions in Melaka, Selangor and Negeri Sembilan, as well as in Kuantan...
MyEG probe into RM230.9m govt revenue case widens, 15 questioned, including 12 JPJ officers
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 19 — The police have recorded statements from 15 individuals to assist in investigations into al...
2026 MotoGP: Martin leads Marquez by two points
Setting up a title showdown with five rounds remaining in the season, Jorge Martin leads Marc Marquez by just two points in the 2026 MotoGP World Championship standings. The Aprilia Racing rider’s narrow advantage matches […] The post 2026 MotoGP: Martin leads Marquez by two points appeared first on Paul Tan's Automotive News .
Business & InvestmentNew Sony Patent Hints At AI Frame Generation For PlayStation 6
Sony is exploring a new AI-powered frame generation technology that could make its way to the PlayStation 6 (PS6), according to a recently published patent. Dubbed “Generation Super Sampling”, the technology aims to generate game frames before the console finishes rendering them, potentially reducing stuttering without introducing as much input lag as…
Businessman loses appeal to claim RM185,671 lottery prize without ticket in Shah Alam court
PETALING JAYA, Oct 19 — A businessman has failed in his bid to recover RM185,671 from Pan Malaysian Pools Sdn Bhd...
Religious scholars must keep up with advances in science and technology, says Zulkifli
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 19 — Religious scholars need to broaden their knowledge by keeping abreast of developments in sc...
ECRL Ticket Sales To Open Next Month With Fares Starting From RM60
The East Coast Rail Link (ECRL) service is set to begin operations in the near future, and ahead of this, Malaysia Rail Link Sdn Bhd (MRL) has disclosed the ticket prices. During a press conference held today, MRL CEO Datuk Seri Darwis Abdul Razak revealed that the transit service from Gombak to Kota Bharu will […] The post ECRL Ticket Sales To Open Next…
UM student doubles down on Najib fundraiser criticism, will not apologise
'Calling an act stupid isn't illegal.'
Poultry farm operator slapped with RM50,000 fine for fly breeding offence
PARIT BUNTAR, Oct 19 — A poultry farm operator was fined RM50,000 by the Magistrate’s Court here today after...
Lawyer says eviction bid halted, court order to be sought for Balai Undang Rembau
REMBAU, Oct 19 — The Balai Undang Luak Rembau today faced another attempt at eviction when several senior governme...
KL JPJ records RM376,091 in proceeds from seized vehicle auction
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 19 — The Kuala Lumpur Road Transport Department (JPJ) generated RM376,091 from its Public A...
Butterworth-Kulim Expressway (BKE) to be diverted from 10.30am for two hour son Oct 21
BUTTERWORTH, Oct 19 —Highway users on the Butterworth-Kulim Expressway (BKE) between KM16.7 and KM17.7 will be div...
Groups call for science-based haze response, not 'performative' gestures
NGOs call for more assistance for B40 and the elderly, among others.
Wan Saiful urges Putrajaya to consider shutting pig farms, says imported pork ‘safer’, may be cheaper
PETALING JAYA, Oct 19 — Opposition lawmaker Wan Saiful Wan Jan today urged the federal government to consider shut...
Deputy minister: No payment delays affecting Pan Borneo Highway project
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 19 — There have been no delays in payments to contractors working on the Pan Borneo Highway...
Court of Appeal revives 1MDB bid to challenge US$3.7b judgment against Jho Low and father
PETALING JAYA, Oct 19 — The Court of Appeal today gave 1Malaysia Development Berhad (1MDB) and four of its subsidi...
PAC launches probe into Sabah Pan Borneo Highway after audit reveals delays despite RM10.5b spent
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 19 — The Public Accounts Committee (PAC) has launched an investigation into the management, fina...
Finance Ministry staff urged to use ‘ATM’ approach to fast-track Budget 2027
PUTRAJAYA, Oct 19 — Finance Ministry (MoF) staff have been urged to adopt the principles of ‘Amanah, Tangkas...
On loan to Japan, welfare row over Dara, Amoi and Kelat flares up again as Taiping council holds off on latest claims
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 19 — An activist has renewed calls to bring home three Malaysian elephants from a Japanese zoo,...
Papagomo walks free after acquittal on sedition charge over Facebook remarks
SHAH ALAM, Oct 19 — Blogger Wan Muhammad Azri Wan Deris, better known as Papagomo, was acquitted and discharged by...
Papagomo freed of sedition charge over Facebook remarks
Prosecution fails to prove case against blogger beyond reasonable doubt - lawyer.
Proton exported 7,370 cars in first nine months of 2026, exceeding 2025 full-year export volume of 6,000 units
Proton has announced its export figures for the first nine months of 2026, during which it has exported a total of 7,370 units comprised of both Proton and Geely-branded vehicles. This figure exceeds the 6,000-unit […] The post Proton exported 7,370 cars in first nine months of 2026, exceeding 2025 full-year export volume of 6,000 units appeared first on…
Business & InvestmentConsider shutting down pig farms nationwide: Wan Saiful
PARLIAMENT | Tasek Gelugor MP suggests emulating the Singaporean model, which relies on pork imports.
PM: 1MDB debt not fully settled, new borrowing based on need
The debt, with accrued interest, yet to be paid fully, he says.
2026 Geely Okavango confirmed to be built at Tanjong Malim for export – Proton X90 facelift coming soon?
Remember when we saw the 2026 Geely Okavango with the Proton logo on the windscreen at July’s Gaikindo Indonesia International Auto Show (GIIAS)? Well, it’s now official, because the above photo is among those accompanying […] The post 2026 Geely Okavango confirmed to be built at Tanjong Malim for export – Proton X90 facelift coming soon? appeared first on…
Business & InvestmentRoland Sagah says 680 Sarawak schools unsafe, calls for urgent upgrades
KUCHING, Oct 19 — A total of 680 schools in Sarawak have been classified as unsafe for occupancy, highlighting the...
PAC to probe Sabah Pan Borneo Highway project following AG report's findings
We will examine how delays occurred despite existence of oversight committees - Mas Ermieyati.
Malaysia Leveraging ARM IP To Fast Track Semiconductor Chip Design
Malaysia is accelerating semiconductor design cycles by leveraging ARM’s intellectual property (IP), plus its 50-year manufacturing base, in order to shorten timelines while expanding its own homegrown capabilities. Akmal Nasrullah Mohd Nasir, Economy Minister, commented recently that Malaysia is leveraging its established strengths, at least in backend…
21 days without Hasmah: Dr M grateful for 70-year marriage
Though still in deep grief, ex-PM thanks Allah for 'lending Hasmah to me for so long'.
N Sembilan royal council seeks contempt proceedings against MB, former excos, 6 others
They say those named have violated a court injunction to preserve the status quo.
'Which constitution are you referring to?' Takiyuddin questions AG advice on N Sembilan exco removals
PARLIAMENT | PN lawmaker accuses Putrajaya of undermining Federal Constitution's guarantee of state constitutional autonomy.
Which book says 1MDB debts are all paid? Anwar wants to know
PUTRAJAYA, Oct 19 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim today dismissed claims that all 1Malaysia Development...
MOF Debunks False Claims Of QR Payment Service Charges Starting 1 November
The Ministry of Finance (MOF) has denied a viral claim that quick response (QR) code payments will be subject to a new service charge starting next month. In a post on its official Facebook page, the ministry asserted that the claim is false and that no such charge has been officially announced. The post comes […] The post MOF Debunks False Claims Of QR…
Sarawak infectious disease centre 90pc complete, set for launch in 2027
KUCHING, Oct 19 —The Sarawak Infectious Disease Centre (SIDC) is 90 per cent complete as of August 2026 and is exp...
Penang secures RM33.22b for 280 federal development projects
GEORGE TOWN, Oct 19 — A total of 280 federal development projects in Penang, with a combined cost of RM3...
Selangor Palace seeks investigation into alleged fake Raja Muda bodyguard
SHAH ALAM, Oct 19 — The Selangor Palace has expressed serious concern over allegations that an individual had...
Zahid tells Negri Sembilan representatives to put public welfare first
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 19 — Barisan Nasional (BN) chairman Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has advised the coalition...
Dr Mahathir thanks Malaysians for support after Hasmah’s passing, says strength has yet to fully return
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 19 — Former prime minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad today thanked Malaysians for their support, p...
Intel Nova Lake Core Ultra 4000 Naming Now Extends Across All Desktop And Mobile CPUS
Earlier in the month, we covered a rumour that Intel was planning on using the Core Ultra 4000 designation for the desktop SKUs, as well as the high-end, high performance mobile CPU models. Now, the same source has seemingly corrected themselves, stating that the naming convention extends across the boards to all mobile SKUs. Serial […] The post Intel Nova…
Unlicensed foreign traders: Don't take matters into own hands, Yeoh tells public
'We must make sure the right agencies carry out their responsibilities.'
PM Anwar says subsidy rationalisation toughest act, but vital to curb wastage
PUTRAJAYA, Oct 19 — Subsidy rationalisation is one of the toughest economic acts but it is necessary to plug wasta...
DNB Set To Exit Government Ownership
Digital Nasional Berhad (DNB) no longer requires financial support from the Malaysian government, following the completion of a RM5.2 billion syndicated Islamic term financing facility involving five financial institutions. Communications Minister Datuk Seri Fahmi Fadzil confirmed today that the government’s financial obligations to the national 5G network…
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Market interest in refreshed Model 3 offerings in Southeast Asia
Potential demand for the refreshed spec in Malaysia and similar markets.
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Zeekr 7X pricing and expo promotions
Promotional pricing and perks for Zeekr 7X ahead of ACE 2026 in Malaysia
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Coordinated event logistics during haze-affected period
Opportunity to optimize crowd management and safety coordination given partial category exclusion and anticipated road closures.