Anwar Leads Historic Night as PH Unveils Johor Candidates for PRN Ke-16
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim leads Pakatan Harapan's historic candidate announcement for the 16th Johor State Election at Padang Bukit Gambir Extreme Park tonight.
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Anwar Heads to Johor to Personally Unveil PH's PRN Ke-16 Candidates at Bukit Gambir Tonight
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim will travel to Padang Bukit Gambir Monday evening to lead Pakatan Harapan's official candidate announcement for the 16th Johor State Election.
Sultan of Kedah Tours Restored Sultan Abdul Samad Building
The Sultan of Kedah visited the restored Sultan Abdul Samad Building in Kuala Lumpur, touring exhibition halls showcasing the capital's history and development since its public opening in February.
AI Governance Bill To Anchor Accountability on Humans and Organisations, Says Gobind
Malaysia's AI Governance Bill will place legal accountability on humans and organisations rather than AI systems themselves, Digital Minister Gobind Singh Deo announced in Parliament, as the framework aims to balance innovation with public protection.
Amanah's Non-Malay Permas Candidacy Sparks Internal Dissent as Mat Sabu Dismisses Concerns
Amanah president Mohamad Sabu has defended fielding non-Malay candidate Sharon Teo Siew Hui in Johor's Permas seat, dismissing concerns that prompted Pasir Gudang division to boycott the decision.
Johor MCA's 15 candidates pledge growth-focused mandate in state election contest
Fifteen MCA candidates contesting the Johor state election under Barisan Nasional have committed to spearheading the state's next phase of economic growth and development initiatives.
Court Overturns Acquittal in Royal Insult Case, Orders Retrial
A High Court has overturned an earlier acquittal in a royal insult case and remitted the matter to the sessions court for retrial after accepting the prosecution's appeal.
Bersatu Clarifies Stance on Pejuang's PN Entry, Denies Obstruction Claims
Bersatu's information chief has clarified that the party did not block Pejuang's admission into Perikatan Nasional, stating instead that reservations were directed solely at Parti Wawasan Negara over concerns about coalition cohesion.
Barisan Nasional Fields Complete 56-Candidate Roster for Johor July Election
Barisan Nasional has announced its complete slate of 56 candidates contesting the Johor state election on July 11, setting the stage for a crucial electoral showdown in one of Malaysia's most politically significant states.
Rigorous screening responsible for delayed Johor BN candidate rollout
Umno's secretary-general attributes delays in announcing Barisan Nasional candidates for Johor elections to thorough vetting procedures, citing quality assurance over speed.
MACC Achieves International Recognition with Four Finalist Nominations at ICA Compliance Awards APAC 2026
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has made its debut at the ICA Compliance Awards APAC 2026, securing finalist nominations across four categories including Compliance Leader of the Year and Rising Star Award, demonstrating the agency's growing international standing.
Umno veteran Sumali Reduan takes on Benut in Johor state election contest
Johor Barisan Nasional has selected Umno executive secretary Datuk Mohd Sumali Reduan to contest the Benut state seat, marking his first venture into electoral politics at the constituency level.
Dr Adham Baba Leverages Legislative Experience, Grassroots Networks for Pasir Raja Comeback
Former Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Adham Baba has been named the Barisan Nasional candidate for Pasir Raja in the 16th Johor State Election, drawing on two terms as state assemblyman and established voter networks.
Handwriting Expert Maintains Position on Authenticity of Zara Mahathir's Journal Entries
A handwriting analysis expert testified before the Coroner's Court in Kota Kinabalu that she maintains her assessment that certain entries in the late Zara Qairina Mahathir's journals were not authored by her, lending significant weight to questions surrounding document authenticity.
PH Courts Outstation Voters in Northern Johor Ahead of State Election
Pakatan Harapan is appealing to outstation voters from northern Johor, particularly from rural areas, to return home and vote in the upcoming state election, citing economic disparities that have driven talent away.
PN completes Johor seat allocation talks with 34 disputed seats resolved
Perikatan Nasional has concluded seat negotiations for the Johor state election, with election director Datuk Seri Sanusi Md Nor confirming that all 34 disputed seats between coalition partners have been resolved.
Johor Election: Wawasan Leaders Absent From BN's Candidate List
Barisan Nasional's unveiling of its Johor election candidates has effectively ended months of speculation surrounding a potential electoral pact involving PAS and Parti Wawasan Negara, with no Wawasan figures securing nominations.
Anwar defends Mat Sabu's remarks, urges measured response from coalition partners
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has defended Amanah president Mat Sabu against accusations of mocking coalition partners, urging restraint as tensions surface within the Pakatan Harapan alliance ahead of upcoming elections.
Anwar's Government Seeks to Dismiss Opposition Challenge to US Trade Deal
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim's government has moved to strike out a legal challenge filed by five opposition parliamentarians questioning the Malaysia–United States Agreement on Reciprocal Trade, signalling aggressive defence of the pact.