No official farewell, but fans turn out early to say goodbye to giant pandas Fu Wa and Feng Yi

Around 40 devoted fans gathered at Zoo Negara early this morning to bid farewell to giant pandas Fu Wa and Feng Yi, who returned to China after a decade-long stay. Arriving as early as 5am, fans quietly watched as the pandas departed for KLIA at 7.15am. Zoo Negara Deputy President Datuk Rosly @ Rahmat Ahmat Lana expressed gratitude for the fans' support. Caretaker Mohd Saiffullah Md Yusuf will accompany the pandas to ensure a smooth transition. A new panda pair is expected to arrive in August.

‘Fuh, dia buat macam jalan itu dia yang punya’

Dashcam footage in Malaysia shows a motorcyclist speeding through a red light and colliding with another rider. The reckless act sparked outrage online, with many criticizing the at-fault rider's disregard for traffic laws and the harm caused to the innocent victim. Commenters expressed anger and frustration, some suggesting the reckless rider should bear the consequences alone.

‘Jangan Kena Scam’ beri kesedaran mahasiswa elak jenayah kewangan

Paris kidnap attempt puts EU crypto data laws under fire

Following a kidnapping attempt targeting the family of Paymium's CEO, the cryptocurrency platform warns that new EU data regulations requiring collection of user information during transfers pose a security risk. Paymium argues these regulations create a "ticking time bomb" by potentially exposing users' personal data, including their addresses, making them vulnerable to physical threats and theft. They cite recent data breaches, like the one at Coinbase, as evidence of the dangers. Paymium urges authorities to strengthen protections for cryptocurrency companies and reconsider these regulations.

Akim Ahmad mohon maaf gimik IG buat ramai tertipu, hanya promosi konsert

Melaka, Johor dilanda ribut petir tengah hari ini

The Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) has issued a thunderstorm, strong winds, and heavy rain warning for Melaka and Johor until 2 PM today. Affected areas in Melaka include Melaka Tengah and Jasin. In Johor, the affected areas are Tangkak, Muar, Batu Pahat, Kluang, Mersing, Pontian, Kulai, Kota Tinggi, and Johor Bahru.

Remaja lemas ketika cuba menyeberangi lombong

An 18-year-old boy drowned while fishing in a quarry in Gopeng, Perak, Malaysia. The victim, Muhammad Fazrul Qusry, was attempting to cross the quarry when he disappeared beneath the surface. Rescue divers recovered his body approximately 4.5 meters from his fishing spot, 12 minutes after arriving at the scene. The body was handed over to the police for further action.

Lelaki rentung dalam kebakaran rumah di Ipoh

A 61-year-old man perished in a house fire in Kampung Tebing Tinggi, Pasir Puteh, Ipoh. He was trapped inside the double-storey wooden house while his 83-year-old mother was rescued by neighbors. The Perak Fire and Rescue Department received the call at 2:35 am and found the victim's charred remains in the kitchen after extinguishing the fire, which destroyed 90% of the house.

Tabung Haji assures quality and safety of meals for Malaysian haj pilgrims

Malaysia's Lembaga Tabung Haji (TH) is providing nearly two million lunch and dinner packs to Malaysian pilgrims in Madinah and Makkah during the 2025 Hajj season. The 42 rotating menus retain 80% of authentic Malaysian flavors, using ingredients like basmati rice and Brazilian halal meat, supplemented with Malaysian premixes for dishes like kurma and sambal. Seven kitchens, staffed by 17 professional chefs, operate in the Holy Land to cater to the pilgrims. The Ministry of Health reviewed the menus to ensure nutritional value, and the medical team monitors kitchen operations for food safety.

Bridging East and West: PM Anwar’s pragmatic push in Putin’s Russia

Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim met with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Moscow. Prior to the meeting, the author lunched with TASS news agency leaders, discussing Putin's personality and anticipated relationship with Anwar. The meeting reportedly went well, starting with humorous banter about thrones in the Grand St Andrew's Hall, including a lighthearted exchange about Anwar having only one wife.

Aksi terakhir Everton di Goodison Park

Everton faces a must-win match against Southampton at Goodison Park in their final game at the historic stadium before moving to Bramley-Dock Stadium next season. Manager David Moyes emphasized the importance of victory, calling it their biggest game of the season and a tribute to the ground. Club legends will be present, adding to the emotional farewell to the stadium that has been Everton's home since 1892. While the men's team is moving, the women's team will continue to use Goodison Park.

‘Dah habis pantang, tak terima nasihat peti sejuk tiga pintu’

Malaysian actress Atikah Suhaime responded to online criticism regarding her consumption of stingray, a dish deemed unsuitable for new mothers. She defended her choice, stating her mother wouldn't serve her anything harmful and pointed out she had completed her postpartum confinement period. Atikah expressed frustration with unsolicited advice, particularly from those she perceived as not taking care of their own appearance, and hinted at discontinuing food-related content on social media.

Form Six admission offers available online from tomorrow, appeals open until May 25

Form Six admission offers for the 2025 academic year are available online from May 19 via https://sst6.moe.gov.my/ and respective schools. Appeals can be submitted from May 19-25, with results available on June 3. A pilot program will introduce Form Six at Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM) and Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM) for science and social science streams. Eligible SPM 2024 holders can apply for this program from May 19-25, with results on June 3. Accepted students must report to their assigned Form Six centre on June 10.

Leong Jun Hao stays in the fight, says injury won’t stop his Malaysia Masters bid

Despite a lingering right-hand injury from the Sudirman Cup, Malaysian badminton player Leong Jun Hao will compete in the Malaysia Masters 2025. The 25-year-old acknowledges his recovery is progressing but will only know the true extent of his fitness during match play. He withdrew from the Thailand Open due to the injury but is cautiously optimistic about his opening round against Ireland's Nhat Nguyen at the Axiata Arena.

Mexican Navy sailboat hits Brooklyn Bridge during New York visit, injuries reported (VIDEO)

A Mexican Navy sailing ship, the ARM Cuauhtémoc, collided with the Brooklyn Bridge in New York City on Saturday night, shearing the top of its masts and injuring several people. Videos show the ship's masts hitting the bridge as it sailed underneath, with crew members dangling from the crossbeams. Bystanders near the South Street Seaport ran from the approaching vessel. The 1982 Spanish-built barque, carrying 277 crew members, struck the bridge just before 9 PM. The incident prompted a large-scale search and rescue operation.

Ella ‘jejak kasih’ dengan gitaris legenda Jepun, Kyoji Yamamoto

Malaysian rock queen Ella celebrated her 30th anniversary of the Ella USA album with a concert at Arena of Stars, Genting Highlands. Legendary Japanese guitarist Kyoji Yamamoto, who produced the album, flew in from Hawaii for the event. Ella performed 20 songs, mostly from the Ella USA album, for nearly 5,000 fans. She reminisced about recording the album in the US, in the same studio used by Michael Jackson, and described it as a pivotal moment in her career.

‘Rasa kosong itu petanda memang sudah nekad‘

Tiang issues strong warning to housing developers over abandoned projects

Malaysia's Deputy Minister of Public Health, Housing, and Local Government, Datuk Michael Tiang, warned housing developers of stringent action for failing to fulfill their responsibilities. He visited an abandoned housing project in Bintulu, where 65 units were sold but left incomplete due to land encroachment issues. Despite lacking basic utilities, about 10 occupants have moved in. Tiang assured that the ministry is working with relevant agencies to provide temporary water supply and find a solution for electricity, while also pursuing legal action regarding the project's delay.

Cara Delevingne ke Malaysia, selamatkan 150 ekor harimau Malaya

Supermodel and actress Cara Delevingne visited Malaysia for a week to campaign for the conservation of the critically endangered Malayan tiger. With only 150 left in the wild, Delevingne highlighted the urgent need for conservation efforts, emphasizing the threat of poaching. She shared her experience on Instagram, urging awareness to prevent the species' extinction. Malaysian netizens welcomed her and suggested visiting other states to see orangutans and other wildlife. Actress Jaime Winstone also joined the campaign, which included visits to Taman Negara and a journey on the Eastern Oriental Express.

Four injured in early morning accident at Jalan Serikin

Four men were injured, two seriously, in a collision between a hatchback and a 4WD vehicle at Jalan Serikin near Kampung Bogeg, Bau, early this morning. Firefighters responded to the incident at 12.15am and extricated the trapped hatchback driver. Two other hatchback passengers had been rescued by bystanders. The 4WD driver escaped unaided. All victims were transported to the hospital. Firefighters completed clean-up operations at 1.22am.