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Is Malaysia really quake-free? Why Johor was rattled by a rare 4.1-magnitude tremor

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug. 25 -- Malaysia is typically not associated with earthquakes, thanks to its geographic location and geological makeup. However, such natural phenomena aren't too rare as the country... Read More


Vape groups warn total ban in Malaysia will fuel black market, not cut demand

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug. 2 -- The Health Ministry's announcement that it is considering a total ban on the sale and use of vapes in Malaysia has drawn concern from vape industry players, who warn that such ... Read More


Vilified by Kelantan cops as 'gay party', here's what actually happens during an HIV outreach and why it's important

KOTA BHARU, July 26 -- Kelantan police were lambasted last week after accusing an HIV health outreach programme here in June as a "gay sex party", with the Malaysian AIDS Council (MAC) and other civil... Read More


Asian Film Alliance Network partners with Asean Film & TV Summit 2025 to bridge Asian, European film sectors

KUALA LUMPUR, July 21 -- The Asian Film Alliance Network (AFAN) has announced a partnership with the Asean Film & TV Summit 2025 (AFTS), aiming to bridge Asian and European film industries. The summi... Read More


Who is Nick Adams, the US ambassador to Malaysia nominated by Trump, and what makes him so controversial?

KUALA LUMPUR, July 12 -- United States president Donald Trump has announced that conservative commentator and self-described "alpha male" Nick Adams will be nominated as the new US ambassador to Malay... Read More


TTDI residents raise concern over newly-installed EV chargers taking away public parking space

KUALA LUMPUR, July 1 -- The Taman Tun Dr Ismail Residents Association has voiced concern over the recent installation of electric vehicle (EV) chargers in the neighbourhood, saying it takes away alrea... Read More


Imported fruits getting too pricey? Here are local alternatives that outshine them in nutrition

KUALA LUMPUR, June 30 -- With the revised and expanded Sales and Service Tax (SST) on imported goods set to take effect next month, Malaysians are bracing for a significant increase in the prices of i... Read More


Flexibility, financial benefits drive more Malaysians to quit nine-to-five jobs to join the gig economy

KUALA LUMPUR, June 24 -- In recent years, a significant shift towards the gig economy has taken place within Malaysia's workforce. A growing number of Malaysians are leaving traditional nine-to-five ... Read More


Pursuit of peacefulness: Why more young Malaysian couples prefer to live in quieter suburbs these days

KUALA LUMPUR, June 24 -- There was a time when Petaling Jaya was considered "too far" to move to... satellite cities like Subang Jaya were not the first choice of many families then. In recent years,... Read More


Shangri-La Rasa Ria resort aims to redefine hospitality through sustainability, waste reduction efforts

KUALA LUMPUR, June 13 -- In the heart of Sabah's Tuaran District, Shangri-La Rasa Ria is redefining hospitality through sustainability, inspired by its surroundings of rich biodiversity and vibrant co... Read More