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Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has paid tribute to former Chinese Premier Zhu Rongji, who died aged 97. Anwar recalled their joint efforts in the 1990s to strengthen Malaysia-China economic and financial partnerships that remain influential today.
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.
Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad and his wife Tun Dr Siti Hasmah have received three official records celebrating their longevity and unique achievements as a couple, marking a historic milestone in Malaysian history.
European airlines including Iberia and Brussels Airlines are operating special flights on Wednesday to allow passengers and researchers to observe the total solar eclipse from the air, with some flights charging premium fares for the unique astronomical experience.
Malaysia's MARA agency will introduce sweeping governance reforms through a new Bill before year-end, with chairman Datuk Dr Asyraf Wajdi Dusuki revealing that 80% of proposed changes target stronger corporate oversight and management structures.
Malaysia's General Operations Force conducted a major enforcement operation at a Kuala Berang sawmill, recovering timber and machinery valued at RM640,510 and detaining a 20-year-old suspect in connection with illegal forest product operations.
A 53-year-old Malaysian from Kedah suffered a fatal heart attack while transiting through Suvarnabhumi Airport in Bangkok on August 10. The Malaysian Embassy coordinated the repatriation of his remains, which arrived back in Malaysia the following day.
Police have apprehended five Chinese nationals suspected of involvement in numerous housebreaking offences in Kuala Lumpur. The arrests follow investigations into break-ins across the capital.
Twenty Malaysian university students participated in the inaugural Minister's Cup debate at the International Sustainable Energy Summit 2026, discussing whether Malaysia should expand renewable energy exports to neighbouring countries while securing domestic supply.
South Korean authorities have dismantled a transnational gambling syndicate that operated illegal pornography sites containing over 116,000 videos to funnel users toward online betting platforms, generating 47.6 billion won in illicit profits across five years.
Malaysia and Russia are set to broaden bilateral cooperation across multiple sectors at their Fifth JC-ESTC Meeting in Vladivostok, with emphasis on higher education, research innovation, and emerging technologies.
India's sports ministry has suspended recognition of the Table Tennis Federation of India over governance deficiencies and leadership conflicts, forcing the Indian Olympic Association to assume temporary control just five weeks before the Asian Games.
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