KUALA LUMPUR: As the prolonged extreme heat fuels concerns over a looming water shortage, many Malaysians are rethinking their water use, cutting back on non-essential activities such as frequent car washes. Read full story

GEORGE TOWN: They open daily, relying on loyal readers instead of footfall traffic at Chowrasta Market in the heart of George Town. Read full story

KOTA KINABALU: For the longest time ever, the cluster of water villages in Semporna looked good when viewed from above. Read full story

KUALA LUMPUR: For these faithful observers of Qing Ming practices, tradition will always trump trends. Read full story

A SOCIAL media user in Pantai Remis, Perak, attracted both sympathy and ridicule for creating an obituary mourning their pet hamster, reported China Press. Read full story

PETALING JAYA: Gaps remain in young adults' understanding of reproductive health and personal boundaries despite the provision of sexuality education programmes, says Women, Family and Community Development Minister Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri (pic). Read full story

JOHOR BARU: An engagement session will be held with small and medium enterprises (SMEs) to assess the impact of the Iran conflict and global fuel crisis, says Akmal Nasrullah Mohd Nasir. Read full story

PETALING JAYA: All corruption cases which are registered in the Kuala Lumpur High Court will be heard in the Special Corruption Court from April 1. Read full story

PETALING JAYA: Hari Raya celebrations may be more modest for some families this year, but the festive spirit remains intact, with many choosing smaller gatherings or visiting loved ones instead of hosting large open houses. Read full story

KUALA LUMPUR: Egypt has given a clear guarantee and its commitment to facilitate the distribution of some 374 tonnes of humanitarian aid from Malaysia to the Palestinian population in Gaza through the Rafah border crossing beginning this April, says Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim (pic). Read full story

PETALING JAYA: Concerns over Employment Pass (EP) processing for technology talent are under review as the Digital Ministry moves to stabilise Malaysia's Global Business Services (GBS) ecosystem. Read full story

IPOH: Padi farmers in Kerian are expressing concern about the current hot weather, which is causing critical levels at the Bukit Merah Dam. Read full story

KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) has issued a warning of thunderstorms, heavy rain and strong winds in several areas in the Peninsula, Sarawak and Sabah until 9pm on Monday (March 30). Read full story

KUCHING: Firefighting operations at three bushfire sites in central Sarawak are showing positive progress, following coordinated efforts by air and ground teams, says the state Fire and Rescue Department (Bomba). Read full story

SHAH ALAM: Police have arrested four suspects who allegedly set off fireworks from a moving car. Read full story

JERTIH: A fisherman was found drowned after he is believed to have fallen into Sungai Besut near Agro Darau in Kampung Darau, Hulu Besut, near here on Sunday (March 29). Read full story

BUKIT MERTAJAM: The Entrepreneur and Cooperatives Development Ministry has approved nearly RM2bil in financing within the first two months of this year, benefiting 88,150 micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) nationwide. Read full story

IPOH: Padi fields in the Seberang Perak and Sungai Manik irrigation schemes in the Perak Tengah and Hilir Perak districts have been affected by the current hot weather. Read full story

KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) has issued a warning of thunderstorms, heavy rain and strong winds in several areas in the Peninsula, Sarawak and Sabah until 5pm on Sunday (March 29). Read full story

BUKIT KAYU HITAM: The Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Ministry (KPDN) seized petrol and diesel worth more than RM32mil and arrested 667 people under the Ops Tiris 3.0 conducted nationwide from Jan 1, 2024 to March 27 this year. Read full story

KULIM: Police have opened a murder investigation following the discovery of a charred body alongside a burnt motorcycle at Ladang Anak Kulim on Saturday (March 28). Read full story

PETALING JAYA: Home electric vehicle (EV) charger installations should only be carried out by professionals registered with the Energy Commission, as improper electrical work can expose homeowners to fire hazards and damage to household wiring, say industry players. Read full story

JOHOR BARU: Paper replicas of petrol pumps are gaining unusual traction this Qing Ming Festival, with traders linking the demand to fuel anxieties stemming from the US-Iran conflict. Read full story

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia strongly condemns Israel's attack on Iran, supported by the United States, and stresses that any act targeting civilians is a clear violation of international law, said Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. Read full story

PETALING JAYA: The Hire Purchase (Amendment) Act 2026 could have been helpful if it applies to existing borrowers, especially with the rising cost of living. Read full story

KUALA LUMPUR: An emerging trend is seeing Malaysian Chinese families visiting their ancestors' graves during the Lunar New Year, particularly among those returning from overseas. Read full story

PETALING JAYA: As fuel subsidy abuse continues to spark public outrage, holding foreign vehicle owners accountable for purchasing subsidised Budi95 petrol is a crucial step towards fairer enforcement, say consumer groups. Read full story

PETALING JAYA: Malaysians are taking the reduction in the Budi95 subsidised fuel quota in stride, with many expressing understanding of Putrajaya's move to rein in spending as geopolitical tensions in the Middle East continue to cloud global oil markets. Read full story

GEORGE TOWN: Najihah Hussin has not been to a gold shop since November. Read full story

RETIRED Hong Kong actor Liu Wai-hung, fondly known as Ah Chan, has once again shown his creative touch in the business world by drawing the public to his newly-opened restaurant in Malaysia. Read full story

PETALING JAYA: As electric vehicles (EV) become increasingly common on Malaysia's roads, insurers are urging owners to look beyond standard motor coverage and ensure protection against risks such as fire, damage and home charging units. Read full story

KOTA TINGGI: The Fire and Rescue Department air unit will deploy an MI-17 helicopter to conduct a water-bombing operation to extinguish the fire on Jalan Bypass Punggai-Sebana Cove here. Read full story

SUNGAI PETANI: Post-mortem examinations on the bodies of a married couple believed to have been murdered in an incident in Kampung Belau, Merbok, were completed on Thursday (March 26). Read full story

PETALING JAYA: The government plans to convene state and political party leaders for a special briefing next week by the National Security Council and the Economic Action Council on the ongoing crisis in the Middle East, Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said on Friday (March 27). Read full story

TAWAU: A man, who is also a store worker, was charged in the Magistrate's Court here on Friday (March 27) with trafficking more than 3kg of drugs earlier this month. Read full story

KUALA LUMPUR: An unemployed man who had been on the run for four years was brought before the Magistrate's Court here on Friday (March 27), on a charge of murdering a businessman in a residential area in Mont Kiara in 2022. Read full story

KOTA KINABALU: The Election Court here has struck out two election petitions seeking to nullify the results of the Pitas and Karambunai state seats in the 17th Sabah Election, in separate sittings on Friday (March 27). Read full story

KUCHING: Sarawak is taking steps to support the development of tourist guides in the state through conferences and training. Read full story

IPOH: Schools will be allowed to temporarily close if temperatures exceed 37C for three consecutive days as per existing guidelines, says Wong Kah Woh. Read full story

KOTA KINABALU: The continuation of diesel subsidies for Sabah and Sarawak reflects the federal government's commitment to addressing the needs of the people in both states, says Datuk Mustapha Sakmud. Read full story