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Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has firmly denied suggestions that corruption investigations are motivated by revenge or jealousy, emphasizing the government's commitment to impartial justice and institutional reform.
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.
An eruption of Anak Krakatau volcano has prompted the temporary shutdown of Jakarta's Soekarno-Hatta International Airport, resulting in 31 flight cancellations across Malaysian airports. Flights to the Indonesian capital were grounded due to volcanic ash rising to hazardous altitudes.
Budget 2027, to be tabled on October 9, will prioritise support for middle and lower-income earners, according to the Prime Minister's political secretary, with existing cash assistance schemes set to be expanded.
Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has signalled that formal discussions on candidate selection for Melaka's state election will not begin until after the dissolution of the state legislature, expected by year-end.
Terengganu marked Sultan Mizan Zainal Abidin's 64th birthday by honouring 128 recipients across five honour categories, with Chief Justice Tun Wan Ahmad Farid Wan Salleh receiving the state's highest distinction.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has signalled that significant issues involving a Felda subsidiary will be publicly revealed in the coming weeks, suggesting mounting pressure on the federal land development body.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has dismissed suggestions that investigations into governance failures at FELDA and Tabung Haji are politically motivated, insisting they reflect his obligation to ensure public funds are properly managed and the rule of law is upheld.
Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has rejected suggestions of friction between himself and PM Anwar Ibrahim, stating that Barisan Nasional remains firmly committed to maintaining political stability through the end of the current government's term.
DAP argues the Unity Government should concentrate on delivering constitutional reforms and Budget 2027 rather than holding early elections, as Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim retains majority parliamentary support with 15 months remaining in the current term.
The Malaysia Agriculture, Horticulture and Agrotourism Exhibition 2026 has exceeded all major performance benchmarks, drawing over five million visitors and generating record-breaking investment commitments worth RM10.3 billion.
More than 600 Orang Asli students are now enrolled in universities and colleges nationwide, Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid announced, far exceeding initial targets and reflecting improved social mobility through education.
