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Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim says Malaysia and Singapore will soon complete the master plan for the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone, following discussions with visiting Singapore President Tharman Shanmugaratnam.
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.
Terengganu has committed RM3.78 million to develop Kenyir Geopark from 2024 onwards, supporting conservation efforts and geotourism initiatives. The allocation aims to maintain national status and pursue UNESCO Global Geopark designation.
Intel is investing €5 billion to upgrade its manufacturing campus in Ireland, targeting growing demand for AI processors and advanced semiconductors across Europe.
Malaysia's Parliament has received the Communications and Multimedia Amendment Bill 2026, which broadens the Minister's authority to direct the MCMC to support universal service initiatives tied to national security.
Umno president Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has firmly rejected suggestions that the party has reached any agreement with Pas regarding seat distribution for the upcoming Negri Sembilan state election.
Umno president Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has dismissed claims of a pre-election arrangement with PAS regarding Negeri Sembilan, cautioning that political alliances can shift unexpectedly.
Former Prime Minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad has reached the milestone of 101 years old, marking the occasion by offering wisdom on maintaining health and longevity through disciplined lifestyle choices.
Malaysia will launch its National Month 2026 campaign on July 19 in Perak, beginning nationwide celebrations anchored by the theme 'Malaysia MADANI: Kesejahteraan Dinikmati'. National Day festivities will occur in Putrajaya on August 31.
Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has signalled he will engage directly with PKR's Nga Kor Ming over the latter's contentious undertaking to resign from office should former Prime Minister Najib Razak be released.
Malaysia's parliament has received the Social Work Profession Bill 2026, aiming to regulate practitioners and establish a professional council to oversee certification, ethics, and standards across the sector.
A company director has rejected claims that she was used as a front to secure government projects, stating she cannot confirm whether a former prime minister was aware of her firm's ownership structure.
