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3 Singaporean tourists caught littering in Malaysia

3 Singaporean tourists caught littering in Malaysia

Five people, including three Singaporean tourists, were slapped with fines of RM2,000 (US$490) each for littering in public places in Malaysia's Johor Bahru on Monday.
Viral video of Singapore-registered car refueling sparks probe in Malaysia for buying subsidized fuel barred to foreigners

Viral video of Singapore-registered car refueling sparks probe in Malaysia for buying subsidized fuel barred to foreigners

Malaysia durian price crash: Musang King, Black Thorn, D24 fall to as low as $2.4 per kilogram

Malaysia durian price crash: Musang King, Black Thorn, D24 fall to as low as $2.4 per kilogram

Tourists complain of unfriendly treatment in Malaysia: minister

Tourists complain of unfriendly treatment in Malaysia: minister

Malaysia's Tourism, Arts and Culture Minister Tiong King Sing has called on the public to be more welcoming to foreigners after several government agencies reported complaints from tourists about rude treatment when they sought assistance.
January 2, 2026 | 03:13 pm PT
Malaysia secures over $13B digital investment in Q3

Malaysia secures over $13B digital investment in Q3

Malaysia recorded RM54.13 billion (US$13.37 billion) in approved Malaysia Digital investments in the third quarter of this year, generating 21,815 high-value jobs across 402 companies.
December 31, 2025 | 04:16 am PT
Southeast Asia's most visited country expands international air routes to boost tourism

Southeast Asia's most visited country expands international air routes to boost tourism

Malaysian Minister of Tourism, Arts and Culture Tiong King Sing announced on Dec. 27 a plan to launch 21 new international flight routes from this month until mid-January as part of preparations for Visit Malaysia Year 2026.
December 28, 2025 | 06:25 pm PT
Vietnam, Malaysia rise as Southeast Asia's tourism bright spots as Thailand slumps

Vietnam, Malaysia rise as Southeast Asia's tourism bright spots as Thailand slumps

Vietnam and Malaysia are rising tourism stars in Southeast Asia thanks to relaxed visa policies and improving infrastructure while Thailand has lost its lead due to border clashes and safety concerns.
December 26, 2025 | 03:06 pm PT
Malaysia seizes 1.2 tonnes of drugs from lab hidden in Penang durian orchard

Malaysia seizes 1.2 tonnes of drugs from lab hidden in Penang durian orchard

Malaysia police have busted a methamphetamine laboratory hidden in a durian orchard in the northwestern state of Penang and seized nearly 1.2 tonnes of drugs in various forms.
December 24, 2025 | 02:55 am PT
Which country has won the most SEA Games gold medals in men's football?

Which country has won the most SEA Games gold medals in men's football?

No men's football team have won more SEA Games gold medals than this one, but they also lost advantages when the Games lowered the age limit of players to under 22.
December 16, 2025 | 05:51 pm PT
Why are fewer Singaporeans flocking to Malaysia's Johor for this year-end holiday?

Why are fewer Singaporeans flocking to Malaysia's Johor for this year-end holiday?

Business owners in Malaysia’s Johor Bahru, which borders Singapore, have blamed the ringgit's strengthening and rainy weather for the steep decline in customers coming from the city-state for the usually busy year-end holiday.
December 15, 2025 | 01:11 am PT
SEA Games Day 2: Vietnam wins 10 gold medals in athletics, gymnastics, martial arts and swimming

SEA Games Day 2: Vietnam wins 10 gold medals in athletics, gymnastics, martial arts and swimming

Vietnamese competitors won 10 more gold medals on the second official competition day of the 33rd SEA Games on Thursday in athletics, karate, taekwondo, ju jit-su, gymnastics and swimming.
December 10, 2025 | 06:59 pm PT
Flexible drop-off rule for Singapore-Malaysia cross-border taxis welcomed by passengers, drivers, but raises pricing concerns

Flexible drop-off rule for Singapore-Malaysia cross-border taxis welcomed by passengers, drivers, but raises pricing concerns

Taxi drivers and passengers in Singapore and Malaysia have responded favorably to the recently announced flexible drop-off rule for cross-border services, though some have expressed concerns about prices.
December 7, 2025 | 11:17 pm PT
Vietnam women's national team kicks off SEA Games 33 against Malaysia with goal fest

Vietnam women's national team kicks off SEA Games 33 against Malaysia with goal fest

The Vietnamese women’s national team made a strong start at the 33rd SEA Games with a dominant 7-0 victory over Malaysia in their Group B opening match on Friday evening.
December 5, 2025 | 05:03 pm PT
Malaysia’s billionaire king lends 2 of his airboats to flood rescue operations

Malaysia’s billionaire king lends 2 of his airboats to flood rescue operations

Malaysia's billionaire king, Sultan Ibrahim Iskandar, has allowed the government to use two high-powered airboats he owns for flood rescue operations.
December 4, 2025 | 07:27 pm PT
Casino giant Genting Malaysia to remain listed after privatization offer flops

Casino giant Genting Malaysia to remain listed after privatization offer flops

Casino giant Genting Malaysia will stay listed after its parent company Genting failed to secure the 75% stake to take it private.
December 1, 2025 | 08:48 pm PT
Malaysia moves to reclaim palm oil market share in China

Malaysia moves to reclaim palm oil market share in China

Malaysia is working to regain its share of China's palm oil market after exports to that country plummeted by nearly 39% year-on-year in the first 10 months of 2025.
December 1, 2025 | 07:54 pm PT
Which country has hosted the most SEA Games?

Which country has hosted the most SEA Games?

SEA Games, the biennial multi-sport event, has been taking place every two years since 1959, with the 33rd edition starting this week.
December 1, 2025 | 06:10 pm PT
Singaporeans continue flocking to Malaysia for goods and services, unfazed by stronger ringgit

Singaporeans continue flocking to Malaysia for goods and services, unfazed by stronger ringgit

Singaporeans are still crossing the border to Malaysia’s Johor state, especially its capital Johor Bahru, for cheaper groceries and entertainment, saying their trips remain good value despite the Malaysian ringgit’s recent strengthening.
December 1, 2025 | 02:10 am PT
Soaring gold prices spark trading frenzy at Malaysian jewellery stores

Soaring gold prices spark trading frenzy at Malaysian jewellery stores

Surging gold prices in Malaysia are pulling crowds into jewelry stores, with sellers cashing in on the metal’s historic rally and buyers betting on further gains.
November 25, 2025 | 03:00 pm PT
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