Nation

Cable theft disrupts northern sector ETS and KTM Komuter services

KUALA LUMPUR: Several Electric Train Service (ETS) and Northern KTM Komuter services have been delayed by more than an hour following the theft of approximately 100 metres of cable at KM95.8, between Sungai Siput and Kamunting.

Metro News

KL's flood retention ponds not gazetted for 18 years, MACC probe finds

THE failure to gazette Kuala Lumpur's flood retention ponds for 18 years opened the door to 32ha (80 acres) of protected land being alienated for mixed developments, despite the areas being approved for reservation as early as 1998.

Nation

Rollout of new passport postponed

PETALING JAYA: The Immigration Department says the introduction of the new Malaysian international passport will be postponed from its initial June 1 launch date.

Nation

One Malaysian killed in Philippine building collapse, Wisma Putra confirms

 PETALING JAYA: A Malaysian was killed while another escaped unharmed during a building collapse in Angeles City, the Philippines, on Sunday (May 24).

Nation

Military exercises to follow strict safety, coordination measures, says NSC

PUTRAJAYA: Military exercises by the Malaysian Armed Forces (MAF) will be carried out in close coordination with state governments and relevant agencies to ensure they are conducted in an orderly, safe and responsible manner, in line with national security interests and public well-being.

Nation

Johor MB hails MCA exco reps as diligent, effective leaders who have helped the state grow

JOHOR BARU: Johor Mentri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi has praised the performance of two MCA exco members in his administration, describing them as capable young leaders who have contributed significantly to the state's development.

AseanPlus News

Sydney light show called off after malfunctioning drones crash into water

SYDNEY: A show featuring dozens of drones in dazzling displays above Sydney's Darling Harbour has been called off, organisers said Tuesday (May 26), after the flying gadgets malfunctioned and fell into the water.

Sabah & Sarawak

Sabah's green turtle numbers increase, concerns remain over hawksbills and olive ridleys

KOTA KINABALU: Conservation efforts by the Sabah government an local communities are increasing the green turtle population in Sabah, according to Universiti Malaysia Sabah's Borneo Marine Research Institute (IMB).

Economy

Malaysia's trade with major partners hits records RM1.127 trillion in Jan-April 2026 -Sim

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia's total trade with its major trading partners reached a record high of RM1.127 trillion from January to April 2026, surpassing the RM1 trillion mark within the first four months of the year.

Social media

German interior minister sceptical of social media ban for children

Germany's interior minister has expressed scepticism about a possible ban on social media use for children aimed at protecting them from harmful content and excessive screen time, arguing that such a measure would be difficult to enforce and unlikely to solve the problem on its own.

Malaysia

Don't like to camp? Don't worry, Malaysia has cool glamping spots too

Here are some of the glamping spots you can check out in Malaysia.

Vietnam

Vietnam forecasts intense heat and complex typhoons in summer

HANOI: Vietnam is expected to enter a more intense period of heatwaves, heavy rain and tropical storms from next month as meteorological authorities warn of hazardous weather across much of the country during the peak rainy and typhoon season.

Analyst Reports

Kee Ming's profit margins to normalise moving forward

KUALA LUMPUR: Kee Ming Group Bhd exceeded expectations in its 2026 financial year (FY26), on the back of stronger-than-expected margins from additional variation orders (VO) and project finalisation cost savings, said Maybank Investment Bank (Maybank IB) in a results note.

Letters

A heart-protective shot in the arm

A letter from DR MUSA MOHD NORDIN, Paediatrician, and DR ZULKIFLI ISMAIL, Paediatric Cardiologist

India

Rubio to revive 'Quad' alliance in India, but staying power unclear

NEW DELHI: US Secretary of State Marco Rubio (pic) was to meet Tuesday (May 26) with Australia, India and Japan to revive the so-called Quad security alliance-- viewed suspiciously by China -- following disagreement on Iran and questions over US commitment.

Nation

Search for missing hiker resumes

IPOH: The search and rescue (SAR) operation for a missing hiker at Gunung Batu Putih has resumed.

Indonesia

Two elephants calmly pass through South Sumatra market

MEDAN: Residents of Ogan Komering Ilir regency, South Sumatra, were surprised on May 19 by the visit of two Sumatran elephants to Jukung Market in Air Sugihan

Nation

Maritime sector urged to embrace digital transformation to stay competitive

GEORGE TOWN: Competitiveness in the maritime sector will depend increasingly on digital intelligence, governance capabilities and regional cooperation rather than physical infrastructure alone, says Penang Port Commission chairman Datuk Yeoh Soon Hin.

Thailand

Scammers hijack Thais Help Thais Plus scheme with fake SMS links

BANGKOK: Online scammers are exploiting public interest in the government's Thais Help Thais Plus 60/40 scheme by sending fake SMS and chat messages that pressure people into clicking fraudulent links and handing over personal information.

STARPICKS

Foldable smartphone durability concerns? Honor Magic V6 wants to end them for good

FOLDABLE phones have come a long way, but doubts like being "too delicate" or "easy to break" continue to loom over this smartphone segment.