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A woman is set to face court proceedings on defamation charges involving Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim. Sofia Rini Buyong could receive up to two years imprisonment, a monetary penalty, or both if convicted.
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.
A Madrid court has imposed a nine-year ban on public office for David Sanchez, brother of Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez, after convicting him of nepotism in securing a custom-made government role.
Negeri Sembilan Pakatan Harapan chairman Datuk Seri Aminuddin Harun is calling on voters to grant the coalition a fresh mandate in the upcoming 16th state election, emphasizing the need for continued political stability and economic growth.
Kedah authorities have uncovered an unlicensed waste dumping and burning operation covering 250 square metres in Bukit Banyan, with investigations pointing to a contractor allegedly recovering metals from waste.
The University of North Sumatra has launched an internal investigation into a student accused of sexually harassing around 60 people across multiple institutions. The case, which went viral on social media, underscores growing institutional responses to campus misconduct in Indonesia.
Malaysia's Home Ministry has initiated an investigation into operational matters at Network School within the Forest City development in Johor, signalling regulatory scrutiny of educational institutions in the controversial waterfront project.
South Korean police came within metres of a naked, blood-covered murder suspect but failed to detain him. Released surveillance video sparked public outcry over the missed opportunity and potential evidence destruction.
A group of Chinese tourists prevented disaster on a Seoul airport bus when the driver collapsed, with one woman grabbing the steering wheel while others found the brake and performed CPR. The driver died despite their efforts.
Twelve U.S. states are suing to block a proposed Paramount-Warner Bros Discovery merger, arguing it would concentrate too much power in film distribution and cable networks, ultimately harming local cinemas and raising consumer costs.
Spain's government has apologised for a column by former Prime Minister Mariano Rajoy that questioned whether France's football team contained 'French players', with officials condemning the remarks as xenophobic and racist.
Businesswoman Sofia Rini Buyong will appear before a magistrate in Kuala Lumpur to face criminal defamation charges relating to an allegedly defamatory statement made in connection with her business activities.
