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When he speaks, 21-year-old Gurdeep Singh Gill sounds just like a Terengganu local-fluent and effortless in the state’s distinctive Malay dialect-despite being of Punjabi descent. - Photo by Bernama
When he speaks, 21-year-old Gurdeep Singh Gill sounds just like a Terengganu local-fluent and effortless in the state’s distinctive Malay dialect-despite being of Punjabi descent. - Photo by Bernama
Features
Fluent in Terengganu dialect, Gurdeep feels accepted
KUALA TERENGGANU - When he speaks, 21-year-old Gurdeep Singh Gill sounds just like a Terengganu...
As a step towards reducing dependence on foreign digital platforms, there have been suggestions for Malaysia to develop its own digital applications. - BERNAMA FILE PIX
As a step towards reducing dependence on foreign digital platforms, there have been suggestions for Malaysia to develop its own digital applications. - BERNAMA FILE PIX
National
Locally-developed digital platforms can drive socioeconomic growth - Experts
KUALA LUMPUR - As a step towards reducing dependence on foreign digital platforms, there have been...
To be a bystander, witnessing the death of a language is as severe as burying the many lives of poets and writers that lived before us. How unfair would it be to simply displace their efforts of keeping their language alive. - Photo for illustration purpose only
To be a bystander, witnessing the death of a language is as severe as burying the many lives of poets and writers that lived before us. How unfair would it be to simply displace their efforts of keeping their language alive. - Photo for illustration purpose only
LETTERS
The fading echoes of Melanau: Why we must preserve our heritage
“Udah keman kah mey?” my grandmother utters. I was nineteen, staring back at her with empty...
Notably, 'alamak,' a popular interjection for surprise, disappointment, or shock, is among the new additions.
Notably, 'alamak,' a popular interjection for surprise, disappointment, or shock, is among the new additions.
ARTS & CULTURE
Oxford English Dictionary adds 'Alamak,' 'Tapau,' 'Mat Rempit' to global lexicon
SHAH ALAM - The Oxford English Dictionary (OED) has updated its lexicon, incorporating several words...
Photo for illustrative purposes only. Photo: Canva
Photo for illustrative purposes only. Photo: Canva
LIFE
How the internet is transforming the way we speak
Language is a living entity—it evolves, adapts and mirrors the world we inhabit.For Gen Z, this...
All-female troupe based in Bangkok (Photo courtesy of Illya Sumanto)
All-female troupe based in Bangkok (Photo courtesy of Illya Sumanto)
ARTS & CULTURE
Wayang Kulit - The timeless tradition of shadow puppetry in Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand, and Cambodia
Wayang Kulit, a traditional form of shadow puppetry, holds a significant cultural heritage across...
The famous Sultan Ismail Petra City Gate. Photo for illustrative purpose.
The famous Sultan Ismail Petra City Gate. Photo for illustrative purpose.
COMMENTARY
Kota Bharu among the best Southeast Asian cities – What makes it stand out?
A recent Oxford Economics Global Index study has revealed that Kota Bharu ranks as one of the top...
A Federal Court ruling stipulated that schools have duty to protect students from bullying. - FILE PIX
A Federal Court ruling stipulated that schools have duty to protect students from bullying. - FILE PIX
National
Bullying scars run deep: Victims share stories of pain and resilience
SHAH ALAM – Despite its prevalence, bullying in schools remains a pressing concern that demands...
Wikipedia volunteer writing down words used by Mendriq Orang Asli community in Kampung Lah. Photo by Bernama
Wikipedia volunteer writing down words used by Mendriq Orang Asli community in Kampung Lah. Photo by Bernama
Focus
Minority languages crucial part of nation’s linguistic heritage - Experts
GUA MUSANG - Safeguarding and revitalising Malaysia’s minority languages deserve serious attention...
Pix for illustration purpose only. - Pix taken from MCA's official Facebook
Pix for illustration purpose only. - Pix taken from MCA's official Facebook
Politics
MCA must devise more practical approach than DAP to win back Chinese voters
SHAH ALAM – Political experts say MCA is facing the challenge of regaining support among Chinese...
New
Cancer remained the third highest cause of death in Malaysia with new cases remaining at a stable rate of around 40,000 per year. - 123RF photo
Cancer remained the third highest cause of death in Malaysia with new cases remaining at a stable rate of around 40,000 per year. - 123RF photo
Malaysia faces shortage of oncologists - Dr Dzulkefly
China's leader Xi Jinping held a phone call with US President Donald Trump on February 4, 2026, Beijing's state media said without immediately providing further details. The call came just after Xi spoke to Russian leader Vladimir Putin in a video call, where the two countries hailed their "stabilising" ties in the face of a turbulent world. (Photo by Vincent Thian and Brendan SMIALOWSKI / various sources / AFP)
China's leader Xi Jinping held a phone call with US President Donald Trump on February 4, 2026, Beijing's state media said without immediately providing further details. The call came just after Xi spoke to Russian leader Vladimir Putin in a video call, where the two countries hailed their "stabilising" ties in the face of a turbulent world. (Photo by Vincent Thian and Brendan SMIALOWSKI / various sources / AFP)
China’s Xi speaks to Trump after virtual meeting with Putin
The victim sustained multiple serious injuries, including swelling to the heart and kidneys, fractures to seven ribs, intestinal damage, a fractured arm and fractures to both legs. - Photo courtesy of PDRM
The victim sustained multiple serious injuries, including swelling to the heart and kidneys, fractures to seven ribs, intestinal damage, a fractured arm and fractures to both legs. - Photo courtesy of PDRM
APM personnel seriously injured after swerving to avoid dog
A woman walks near a snow-covered bus terminal in Aomori city, Aomori prefecture on Jan 30, 2026. - (Photo by PHILIP FONG / AFP)
A woman walks near a snow-covered bus terminal in Aomori city, Aomori prefecture on Jan 30, 2026. - (Photo by PHILIP FONG / AFP)
Heavy snow across Japan leaves 35 dead
Photo: Penang Fire and Rescue Department
Photo: Penang Fire and Rescue Department
Five hectares of forest at Penang Botanical Gardens ablaze
Most Popular
Restaurant allegedly washed leftover food before reselling
A nasi kandar restaurant in the district has been alleged to have washed leftover food that had already been served to customers before reusing it the following day.
A nasi kandar restaurant in the district has been alleged to have washed leftover food that had already been served to customers before reusing it the following day.
Girl injured in alleged attack, attempted abduction while walking to Rawang night market
Neighbours who noticed the commotion rushed to the scene and managed to stop the attack.
Neighbours who noticed the commotion rushed to the scene and managed to stop the attack.
SK Labu Besar student reports bullying case to Home Minister, Kedah police chief
A bullying case involving a student at SK Labu Besar in Kulim, Kedah has drawn the attention of senior authorities after the victim’s family raised the matter directly with the Home Minister and the Kedah police chief. - Photo: Screenshot from @misiupdate / Tiktok
A bullying case involving a student at SK Labu Besar in Kulim, Kedah has drawn the attention of senior authorities after the victim’s family raised the matter directly with the Home Minister and the Kedah police chief. - Photo: Screenshot from @misiupdate / Tiktok
Zahid seeks to be freed of all 47 charges linked to Yayasan Akalbudi
Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has filed an application to be acquitted and discharged of 47 charges of criminal breach of trust, corruption and money laundering linked to Yayasan Akalbudi funds. - BERNAMA FILE PIX
Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has filed an application to be acquitted and discharged of 47 charges of criminal breach of trust, corruption and money laundering linked to Yayasan Akalbudi funds. - BERNAMA FILE PIX
Ex-defence intelligence DG charged with accepting US$20,000 bribe, flight tickets
Former military intelligence chief Lieutenant-General Datuk Mohd Razali Alias pleaded not guilty at the Kuala Lumpur Sessions Court on Thursday to three charges of receiving bribes amounting to ASD20,000 and two international flight tickets in 2024 and last year. - Sinar/Rosli Talib
Former military intelligence chief Lieutenant-General Datuk Mohd Razali Alias pleaded not guilty at the Kuala Lumpur Sessions Court on Thursday to three charges of receiving bribes amounting to ASD20,000 and two international flight tickets in 2024 and last year. - Sinar/Rosli Talib
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