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Malaysia's top civil servant and government agencies have extended warm birthday wishes to Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim as he marks his 79th year, with messages emphasizing continued support for his reform agenda.
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.
Selangor authorities plan to develop a RM400,000 recreation park along Jalan PJS1/30 in Petaling Jaya's Taman Medan area, part of an ambitious urban greening strategy outlined in the Petaling Jaya Strategic Plan 2030.
Victims of AI-powered investment scams face a compounding crisis: after losing retirement savings to sophisticated fraud, the US tax system treats fraudulent withdrawals as taxable income, leaving them owing taxes on stolen money.
Pakatan Harapan has signalled openness to political cooperation with other parties, including Bersatu, provided discussions centre on political stability and the people's welfare. The coalition says no formal arrangements currently exist.
Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil announced that Sabah will host pilot tests of direct-to-device satellite internet technology as part of JENDELA Phase II, which aims to expand digital connectivity across over 300 locations nationwide.
Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil stressed that ministry agencies must prioritise delivering accurate, truthful information to the public, citing upcoming sensitive policy announcements and the need to counter falsehoods.
Thailand is confronting a serious gun violence crisis after a second shooting incident near Bangkok involving a former lawmaker, occurring just days after a school massacre that killed nine people and wounded over 20.
A project manager under investigation for allegedly offering RM38,000 in bribes has been released on Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission bail in Kota Baru, according to authorities.
Malaysia's High Court has upheld the acquittal of blogger Jufazli Shi Ahmad on charges of posting offensive communications against former Prime Minister Ismail Sabri Yaakob and UMNO on YouTube, dismissing the prosecution's appeal.
Patek Philippe president Thierry Stern believes passion for watches is non-negotiable for leadership at the storied Swiss maison, emphasizing that clients recognize authentic enthusiasm.
Kuala Lumpur-headquartered management consulting group Sia has acquired Seven Consulting, an Australian firm with over 100 consultants across Sydney, Melbourne and Manila, significantly expanding its footprint on the country's East Coast.
