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Top Story PM Anwar Ibrahim's PRN Johor Ke-16 candidate announcement became Malaysia's most-watched political live stream of 2026, drawing millions on Facebook and YouTube.
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.
Australia has unveiled a new scholarship programme allowing Malaysian students to complete part of their degrees at Australian universities. The initiative aims to deepen people-to-people connections and strengthen economic cooperation between the two nations.
Senior African football officials have publicly supported FIFA President Gianni Infantino despite criticism from Asia, Europe, and CONCACAF over his controversial plan to monetize future World Cup revenue. The backing could prove crucial for his re-election bid.
Meta, Anthropic, Google and OpenAI will meet Trump administration officials to discuss voluntary safety protocols for advanced AI models, following security incidents that exposed vulnerabilities in cutting-edge systems.
Kapit will serve as the venue for Sarawak's official National Day commemoration on August 30 and 31, featuring a series of patriotic events designed to unite communities and celebrate national identity across the state.
Anthropic has appointed Mariano-Florentino Cuéllar as its inaugural chief global affairs officer, tasking him with navigating complex regulatory landscapes and government relationships as the AI developer faces mounting policy challenges globally.
The death of a 15-year-old girl in Assam's Hailakandi district has ignited widespread protests and a major highway blockade. Police have detained five suspects as investigations continue.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission is prosecuting 13 company owners connected to misconduct discovered within the government's Daya Kerjaya 2.0 programme, signalling fresh progress in anti-corruption enforcement.
A Japanese variety store operator has acknowledged ordering two employees to re-enter an Aeon shopping mall in Kumamoto after a major earthquake to retrieve cash, moments before an explosion killed them and five others.
Jordan's football chief has publicly accused FIFA President Gianni Infantino of blackmail, claiming the world soccer body offered assistance in exchange for his endorsement. The allegation comes amid broader criticism of Infantino's leadership.
A 24-year-old Thai footballer from Yala FC died and a 22-year-old Malaysian player was injured after lightning struck Santiphap Stadium in Sungai Golok, Thailand during an FA Golok Cup match on Tuesday afternoon.
The Tuminah Hamidi Mosque in Bagan Datuk will host Malaysia's inaugural National Mosque Open Day from August 13 to 15, organised by the Islamic Tourism Centre to showcase mosques as vibrant community spaces open to visitors of all backgrounds.
