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Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has warned Malaysian students that politics can become corrupting if pursued without integrity, urging the younger generation to uphold ethical values and resist toxic practices that undermine democratic institutions.
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.
The family of Mohd Fakhrul Munir Mohd Isa, a Malaysian Fire and Rescue Department officer missing after flash floods in Nepal, is staying positive and praying for his safe return alongside nine other Malaysians.
The Malaysian government is assessing numerous proposals aimed at strengthening micro, small and medium enterprises for Budget 2027, which will be tabled in October. Finance Minister Amir Hamzah emphasised MSMEs' critical role in the national economy.
A 32-year-old Indonesian man will face court charges after concealing a 19.5cm knife in his sock and shoe while passing through Changi Airport's Terminal 4 departure area, with security detecting the weapon via X-ray screening.
Indonesian authorities arrested a 27-year-old Australian man at Bali's international airport on August 25 after he allegedly engaged in a public sexual act with a foreign woman. He faces deportation after the homeowner declined to press charges.
Pakatan Harapan has reappointed Stulang assemblyman Andrew Chen Kah Eng as Johor's opposition leader, a position he held during the previous term before the state assembly's dissolution in June.
Manchester City strengthened their Premier League position with a dominant 4-1 away victory over Crystal Palace, as French midfielder Rayan Cherki and Norwegian striker Erling Haaland each netted twice to secure maximum points.
Malaysia's Sports Minister Dr Mohammed Taufiq Johari has assured the nation that deteriorating air quality will not undermine preparations for the 2026 Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya, with contingency measures already in place to protect athlete health.
Muhammad Aaqif Dino Faezal, named 2026 MARA College Graduate Icon, will study Geology at Imperial College London this September after completing the International Baccalaureate at Kolej MARA Banting with exceptional results.
Stephen Chow's Kung Fu Soccer, a spiritual successor to his 2001 hit Shaolin Soccer, has become a major box office success in mainland China, grossing US$326 million. The film reunites Chow with screen icon Carina Lau.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has signed a law creating a national memorial to honour historical figures, including members of the Ukrainian Insurgent Army. The move has provoked sharp condemnation from Poland, which views the group as responsible for wartime atrocities.
