Entertainment

South Korean rock band FT Island to hold concert in KL on July 25

The upcoming concert marks the band's third consecutive show in Malaysia since 2024.

World

A year after glacier collapse, Blatten residents rebuild lives in Swiss Alps

WILER, Switzerland, May 26 (Reuters) - Hotel ⁠Momentum stands above Switzerland's Loetschen Valley as a symbol of recovery, a year after a collapsing glacier destroyed the village of Blatten.

Nation

Matrix Concepts to fund relocation of ageing SJKT Ladang Labu Division 4

SEREMBAN: The decade-long push to relocate the ageing SJKT Ladang Labu Division 4 has finally borne fruit after renowned property developer Matrix Concepts Holdings Bhd agreed to fund at least half of the relocation and building cost.

Economy

Businesses expect softer outlook in 2Q26

KUALA LUMPUR: Businesses anticipate a softer second quarter 2026 (2Q 2026) outlook with the confidence indicator easing to negative 1.8 per cent from 4 per cent in the previous quarter, according to the Statistics Department Malaysia (DoSM).

Arts

Multidisciplinary artist Silas Oo navigates fine line between life and death

In 'Roadkill', his first formal solo, Oo's ink drawings merge animal and car parts into hybrid forms.

Video games

Review: ‘Forza Horizon 6’ brings a Japanese ethos and world to players

The Japanese concept of "kaizen" could be used to describe the evolution of the Forza Horizon franchise. It's a series that began with a simple concept. Playground Games wanted to build an open-world racer that was truer to life than its peers, using the ForzaTech engine.

Fashion

Whether cropped or floor-sweeping, the cape returns as fashion’s statement piece

It's one of those fashion pieces that rarely find a home in the average wardrobe. Yet, the cape is far more versatile than its theatrical reputation suggests.

Animals

No cuddling: How a wildlife hospital in France keeps rescued animals wild

Business

Resurgent political risk derails rallies in emerging markets

INVESTORS in emerging markets are getting slammed by a fresh wave of political turmoil that is derailing bets from Latin America to Eastern Europe.

China

China and Pakistan aim to revamp economic corridor, Gwadar port

KARACHI: China and Pakistan have reached a "new broad consensus" on deepening strategic ties to beef up development of a joint economic corridor and establish the port of Gwadar as a regional connectivity hub, the neighbours said on Tuesday (May 26).

Cambodia

Cambodia's new conscription law takes effect in wake of conflict with Thailand

PHNOM PENH: Cambodia's new conscription law, which establishes penalties of up to five years in prison for those who evade military service, has come into effect, the country's Prime Minister Hun Manet said on on Monday (May 25).

Technology

Strengthened China-US AI ties stressed

AS China and the United States race to expand their artificial intelligence capabilities, economists said the two countries need closer cooperation on global governance and safety standards in order to better manage the potential risks of the technology.

Sabah & Sarawak

Ceiling price for flights between peninsula, Sabah, S'wak to be maintained for Gawai, Kaamatan, says Loke

KAJANG: The RM499 ceiling price for flights between Peninsular Malaysia, and Sabah and Sarawak will be maintained for the upcoming Kaamatan and Gawai festivals despite the ongoing supply crisis, says Anthony Loke.

Nation

PKR restructures election machinery, Amirudin appointed joint polls director

PETALING JAYA: PKR has restructured its election machinery leadership, appointing Selangor Mentri Besar Datuk Seri Amirudin Shaari as joint election director alongside Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail to strengthen preparations for upcoming polls.

Nation

New vehicle inspection centre network to begin operations on June 16

KAJANG: Vehicle ownership transfer inspections (MV 15) are set to become more accessible soon with the launch of a new network of motor vehicle inspection centres next month, says Anthony Loke.

Singapore

Calling all diva dogs: Singapore theatre company to hold pup auditions for Legally Blonde musical

SINGAPORE: The Singapore Repertory Theatre (SRT) is holding auditions for two very important roles in its upcoming production of Legally Blonde at The Esplanade in July.

STARPICKS

Somersby Light launches with special appearance by Tomorrow X Together’s Yeonjun

SOMERSBY kept things light and refreshingly uncomplicated as the Somersby Light pop-up experience came to life from April 30 to May 3, at Connection, Pavilion Kuala Lumpur.

Nation

Teen girl missing during hike found dead after four-day search

HULU SELANGOR: A teenage girl who was believed to have lost her way while hiking at Bukit Changkat Asa here four days ago was found dead by rescuers on Tuesday (May 26).

Banking

CIMB posts net profit of RM1.92bil in 1Q

KUALA LUMPUR: CIMB Group Holdings Bhd said it remains cautiously optimistic as it continues to see resilient asset and loan growth, supported by a healthy pipeline, alongside steady client franchise income across its key markets.

Indonesia

Indonesia's Mt Semeru erupts five times, spews ash 1,000 metres

JAKARTA: Indonesia's Mount Semeru erupted five times on Tuesday (May 26) morning, spewing volcanic ash up to 1,000 metres above its summit.