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Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim says a special task force investigating Felda will focus on both current management practices and historical issues, signalling a broader overhaul of the struggling settler cooperative.
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.
Vietnam and Malaysia are deepening their relationship under a newly elevated Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, with expanding cooperation across trade, defence, and cultural exchanges strengthening ties across Southeast Asia.
Thailand and New Zealand have formalised a strategic partnership aimed at tripling bilateral trade to US$7.5 billion by 2045. The accord marks the 70th anniversary of diplomatic relations and includes plans for Thai Airways to resume direct Bangkok-Auckland flights in March 2027.
Malaysian polytechnics have released results for Bachelor's Degree programme applications across four institutions. Successful applicants must confirm their places by August 28, with registration commencing September 21.
A Finance Ministry official has testified that instructions to assess Jana Wibawa contractors came through the ministry, while denying direct interference by the PMO or Muhyiddin Yassin in the panel's decisions.
New York-based Apollo Global Management has revealed that unauthorised access to its cloud systems in July exposed names, dates of birth, addresses, and social security numbers of employees and clients.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has arrived in Brunei for a two-day official visit to participate in the 27th Annual Leaders' Consultation, reinforcing bilateral ties between the neighbouring nations.
Singapore will implement extensive traffic closures around ITE College Central in Ang Mo Kio on August 23 to facilitate Prime Minister Wong's National Day Rally address, with motorists advised to avoid the area between 5am and midnight.
Malaysia is stepping up efforts to bring home expatriate doctors and healthcare workers through improved collaboration between TalentCorp, the Health Ministry, and the Medical Council, with streamlined application processes and clearer timelines.
Queen Raja Zarith Sofiah inaugurated the Merdeka Textile Museum in Kuala Lumpur, a new heritage institution preserving Malay textile traditions through interactive exhibits and scholarly resources.
Malaysia and Brunei have advanced their bilateral relationship through the 27th Implementation Meeting in Bandar Seri Begawan, with discussions covering maritime and land boundaries, search and rescue cooperation, and enhanced people-to-people mobility.
