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No media pass, no problem: ‘Tapa Otai’ captures Malaysia’s rock history one shot at a time

Malay Mail · July 17, 2025

KUALA LUMPUR, July 17 — A love for music and photography drove Mustaffa Ahmad Hidzir to become a freelance concert photographer more than two decades ago. Known as “Tapa Otai” among local musicians, the 70-year-old former graphic designer chose to...

Sports News | No Goals as of Now, Just Want to Stay Injury-free Ahead of World Championships: Satwik

Latestly · July 16, 2025

Tokyo, Jul 16 (PTI) Top Indian shuttler Satwiksairaj Rankireddy is just relieved to see positive results on court despite recurring injury setbacks and said the focus ahead of next month's World Championships is on staying fit, with no long-term...

Harimau Malaya’s Late Withdrawal Cause Distruptions To CAFA Nations Cup 2025

Bernama · July 16, 2025

KUALA LUMPUR, July 16 (Bernama) -- Harimau Malaya’s late withdrawal from the Central Asian Football Association (CAFA) Nations Cup 2025 due to kick off Aug 29-Sept 8 has caused certain disruptions to the ongoing organisational processes,...

Malaysia promotes film tourism to tap into global set-jetting trend

TravelDailyNews Asia-Pacific · July 15, 2025

Tourism Malaysia spotlights filming locations to attract set-jetting travellers inspired by popular movies like Thunderbolts and Crazy Rich Asians. Tourism Malaysia has launched an initiative encouraging international travellers to explore the...

Malaysia, New Zealand Agree To Deepen Cooperation In Halal Industry

Bernama · July 16, 2025

From Ahmad Erwan Othman WELLINGTON, July 16 (Bernama) -- Malaysia and New Zealand have agreed to deepen cooperation in the global halal industry through several strategic measures, including the alignment of certification standards, joint research...

Malaysia Launches Data-driven Index To Strengthen Border Security Readiness

Bernama · July 16, 2025

PUTRAJAYA, July 16 (Bernama) -- The National Border Security Index (IKSN), an annual benchmark to assess the security of Malaysia’s borders, was officially launched today, said Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail. Developed by the...

Business : Bursa Malaysia Issues UMA Query To Tan Chong Motor After Sharp Rise In Share Price

Bernama · July 16, 2025

KUALA LUMPUR, July 16 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia Securities Bhd has issued an unusual market activity (UMA) query to Tan Chong Motor Holdings Bhd following a sharp rise in the price and volume of its shares. At the close today, Tan Chong's share...

Malaysia-China Mutual Visa-Free Travel Begins July 17

Bernama · July 16, 2025

KUALA LUMPUR, July 16 (Bernama) – Malaysian citizens will enjoy visa-free entry to China for short-term visits totalling up to 90 days within a 180-day period, effective July 17. In a statement, the Chinese Embassy in Malaysia said that under the...

Hong Kong – Leading Mainland sports drinks brand uses Hong Kong as regional headquarters to go global (with photos)

Web NewsWire · July 16, 2025

Leading Mainland sports drinks brand uses Hong Kong as regional headquarters to go global (with photos) ****************************************************************************************** Invest Hong Kong (InvestHK) announced today (July...

Malaysian jazz icon Sheila Majid announces November concert at Axiata Arena, celebrating four decades in music

Malay Mail · July 15, 2025

KUALA LUMPUR, July 15 — Malaysian queen of jazz Datuk Sheila Majid is set to return to the stage with a highly anticipated concert on November 8, 2025, 8.30pm at Axiata Arena, Bukit Jalil. Titled Sheila Majid 40 Years in Music, the show is not a...

Government urged to ban drug-laced vape products in Malaysia

The Sun Daily · July 16, 2025

KUCHING: The federal government has been urged to introduce strict laws prohibiting vape products laced with illegal substances like synthetic drugs. Sarawak Youth, Sports and Entrepreneur Development Minister Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah...

[Photos] Hidden Gem In Bukit Bintang: This 1930s Time Capsule Will Transport You Back To Old Malaya

The Rakyat Post · July 16, 2025

Subscribe to our FREE Newsletter, or Telegram and WhatsApp channels for the latest stories and updates. Hidden in plain sight in the heart of KL, Tong Shin Terrace is one of those rare finds that makes you feel like you’ve discovered something...

World Tourist Guide Challenge 2026 set in Lenggong Valley, Malaysia

TravelDailyNews Asia-Pacific · July 15, 2025

Lenggong Valley to host global tourist guide competition highlighting heritage, innovation, sustainability, and the future of professional guiding. The World Tourist Guide Challenge will be held at Asia’s secret UNESCO World Heritage Site from...

Malaysia Fall 0-2 To Philippines In AFF U-23 Opener

Bernama · July 15, 2025

JAKARTA, July 15 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s under-23 (U-23) football team began their AFF U-23 Championship 2025 campaign on the wrong foot after falling 0-2 to the Philippines at the Gelora Bung Karno Stadium here on Tuesday, despite dominating most...

maxWin Sports Makes It Debut in Motorsports with EBM-GIGA Racing Team

Web NewsWire · July 16, 2025

KUALA LUMPUR, July 16, 2025 – (ACN Newswire) – maxWin Sports (https://maxwinofficial.com) today joins EBM-GIGA Racing Team as a Brand Partner and will be making the company’s motorsports debut in the Malaysian round of the AUTOBACS SUPER GT series...

Malaysian Couple Fooled By AI Generated Video Of Fake Tourist Spot

Lowyat.NET · July 15, 2025

An elderly Malaysian couple recently made a trip from KL to a small area in Perak called Kampung Kuak Hulu, all in the hopes to ride a new cable car service there. Sadly, when they got there and asked the hotel lobby about it, they were told that...

'Spice & Soul Of Malaysia' To Boost F&B Sector And Tourism

Bernama · July 15, 2025

KUALA LUMPUR, July 15 (Bernama) -- ‘Spice & Soul of Malaysia’, a gastronomy and culture-driven initiative, has the potential to stimulate the country’s food and beverage (F&B) segment and contribute to national economic growth. Tourism Malaysia...

Sport : KBS To Hold 10 Rakan Muda Turun Kampus Programmes Nationwide In 2025

Bernama · July 15, 2025

GEORGE TOWN, July 15 (Bernama) -- The Ministry of Youth and Sports (KBS) will implement 10 Rakan Muda Turun Kampus programmes this year, involving an estimated 5,000 students from across the country. In a statement, KBS said the programme is...

World Tourist Guide Challenge 2026 set for Lenggong Valley, Malaysia

Travel Daily News · July 15, 2025

The 2026 World Tourist Guide Challenge in Lenggong Valley will spotlight global guiding excellence through competition, innovation, heritage, and sustainability. The World Tourist Guide Challenge will be held at Asia’s secret UNESCO World Heritage...

Malaysia Continues To Lead Global Halal Ecosystem

Bernama · July 13, 2025

SANDAKAN, July 13 (Bernama) -- Malaysia continues to lead the global halal ecosystem but must remain competitive, innovative, and forward-thinking to sustain its position. Minister of Entrepreneur and Cooperative Development Datuk Ewon Benedick...