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The Democratic Action Party has thrown its weight behind Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim's initiative to repeal the Universities and University Colleges Act, simultaneously pressing the government to accelerate other pending education sector commitments.
Faizul Abdul Ghani is the Pakatan Harapan (PKR) candidate for the Tanjung Surat state seat in the 16th Johor State Election. Here is a profile of the candidate and the contest ahead of polling day on July 11, 2026.
Elia Nadira Sabudin is the Pakatan Harapan (Amanah) candidate for the Tenang state seat in the 16th Johor State Election. Here is a profile of the candidate and the contest ahead of polling day on July 11, 2026.
Malaysia raised its EPF i-Saraan incentive and launched i-Saraan Plus for gig workers in 2026. Here is how the voluntary retirement schemes work.
Live coverage of the Bukit Kepong seat in the 2026 Johor state election: the Pakatan Harapan candidate, the contest, and the official result after polling on July 11, 2026.
Live coverage of the Paloh seat in the 2026 Johor state election: the Pakatan Harapan candidate, the contest, and the official result after polling on July 11, 2026.
Live coverage of the Sedili seat in the 2026 Johor state election: the Pakatan Harapan candidate, the contest, and the official result after polling on July 11, 2026.
Malaysia's top education regulator has cautioned that repealing the Universities and University Colleges Act 1971 must be accompanied by a robust replacement legal framework to maintain governance standards and protect the country's global education reputation.
PKR vice-president Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail has called for the fight against corruption to be approached as a governance and ethical issue, warning against allowing it to become entangled with racial and religious considerations.
The son of former Tabung Haji chairman Datuk Seri Abdul Azeez Abdul Rahim has denied media reports that his father was arrested by the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission, clarifying the circumstances of recent developments.
The Democratic Action Party has thrown its weight behind Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim's announcement to repeal the Universities and University Colleges Act, describing the move as long-overdue. The party now urges the government to extend reform momentum to ensure equal higher education access regardless of race.
PKR's top leadership has reaffirmed the party's commitment to defending fair politics across all communities whilst respecting constitutional provisions on Islam and the Malays, rejecting what they characterise as divisive racial tactics used by political opponents.
Kelantan health authorities are closely monitoring a newborn girl who tested positive for amphetamines and benzodiazepines following a routine screening at Raja Perempuan Zainab II Hospital's neonatal unit in early August.
The son of former Baling MP Datuk Seri Abdul Azeez Abdul Rahim has publicly dismissed rumours circulating on social media suggesting his father faces arrest by the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission in connection with the Tabung Haji Royal Commission of Inquiry.
Four men held in remand are set to appear before Batu Pahat Magistrate's Court tomorrow to face murder charges linked to the death of a businessman last month.
The son of former Tabung Haji chairman Abdul Azeez Abdul Rahim has denied widespread social media claims that his father was arrested by the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission, dismissing overnight speculation as unfounded.
The Democratic Action Party has pledged complete backing for Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim's plan to abolish AUKU, though party figures suggest more sweeping institutional changes may be required.
