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Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has undergone successful elective laparoscopic surgery to treat an abdominal hernia. He is recovering under medical supervision and expected to resume duties soon.
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 Kota Bharu High Court has ordered a former teacher to pay RM88,000 in compensation to a student after finding him guilty of physical assault. The case highlights ongoing concerns about school discipline boundaries.
Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has publicly wished Malaysian counterpart Anwar Ibrahim a speedy recovery as the Malaysian leader undergoes scheduled medical procedures and examinations today.
Selangor Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Amirudin Shari has urged governments to design policies that recognise how citizens experience interconnected challenges in healthcare, childcare, transport and employment as part of daily life, rather than addressing them in isolation.
Malaysia's Court of Appeal has upheld a RM169.2mil asset freeze against businessman Ricky Wong and his companies, rejecting their legal challenge. The freeze remains in place pending trial in a civil securities fraud case.
Thai police have arrested former MP Chalong Riewrang over allegations he shot and wounded a local government official and driver in Nonthaburi province north of Bangkok, amid ongoing concerns about gun violence.
A Penang magistrate has acquitted four men charged with attacking a lawyer using an iron rod, finding the prosecution failed to establish a credible case against the defendants.
Malaysia's investment ministry is doubling down on efforts to fortify the electrical and electronics sector, particularly semiconductors, to keep the nation competitive in global technology supply networks amid growing international competition.
Negeri Sembilan's new government has frozen residential assessment tax rates for five years, a move aimed at easing financial pressure on homeowners and fulfilling Barisan Nasional election promises.
Communications Minister Datuk Seri Fahmi Fadzil has underscored the MADANI Government's commitment to ensuring economic growth directly benefits Malaysian households, particularly in regions like Sabah and Sarawak where travel distances affect subsidy implementation.
Malaysia's Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan has emphasised that ASEAN centrality must guide the region as the international order fractures under geopolitical pressures, urging member states to strengthen unity and deepen strategic partnerships.
