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Asean Summit online buzz: From skaters hi-fiving cops to a grooving PMX (VIDEO)

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct. 28 -- The 47th Asean Summit has reached its final day, concluding an almost week-long historical diplomatic milestone for Malaysia. Aside from various multilateral meetings and str... Read More


Birthday vibes: Brazil's Lula turns 80, goes 'Malaysian' at Asean dinner, cheers on Malaysia's Brics dream

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct. 27 -- Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva is excited to attend tonight's Asean gala dinner, which also coincides with his 80th birthday. Speaking to reporters at a hotel ... Read More


Heavy police presence as second anti-Trump protest unfolds near Ampang Park LRT

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct. 26 -- A second anti-Trump protest erupted this evening outside the Ampang Park LRT station, drawing a crowd of mostly young adults chanting in solidarity with Palestine. Many were ... Read More


Underdog rejected: 15 UK-trained detection dogs arrive for Bomba, one fails final test

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct. 24 -- Fire and Rescue Department (Bomba) director-general Datuk Seri Nor Hisham Mohamad has confirmed that 15 out of 16 new K9 dog detection units ordered from the United Kingdom ha... Read More


Underdog rejected: 15 UK-trained detection canines arrive for Bomba, one fails final test

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct. 24 -- Fire and Rescue Department (Bomba) director-general Datuk Seri Nor Hisham Mohamad has confirmed that 15 out of 16 new K9 dog detection units ordered from the United Kingdom ha... Read More


Festivals, markets, concerts - your guide to a packed Asean Summit weekend in Klang Valley

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct. 24 -- If you're in town for the 47th Asean Summit, you're in luck - the Klang Valley is alive with events you won't want to miss. From a massive park festival to bustling marketpla... Read More


EDM fever hits Sepang: HardTech and Transmission debut with strict safety rules, massive turnout (VIDEO)

Kuala Lampur, Oct. 22 -- KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 22 - The internationally acclaimed Electronic Dance Music (EDM) festival HardTech and Transmission had a successful debut in Malaysia over the weekend. The ... Read More


Kuching-based photographer shares story of pitcher plant obsession behind his award-winning photo

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct. 21 -- Hiking through mountains? Crossing rivers? There's a lot a wildlife photographer will do for that perfect shot. Yet sometimes, all it takes is just a 20-minute drive and some... Read More


A scoop of hope: Winky Walnut, the dessert shop changing lives in KL

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct. 16 -- There's a new dessert kiosk in Pavilion KL serving up walnut-based treats, but what makes it special isn't just what's on the menu. Winky Walnut, located at The Connection in... Read More


Cigarette and alcohol excise duties up from Nov 1 under Budget 2026 as govt promotes healthier living

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct. 10 -- There will be an increase in excise tax for alcohol and tobacco products starting this November 1. Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, during his tabling of the Budget 2... Read More