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Malaysia launches 681 classroom projects nationwide worth RM808 million for 2027 Year One intake
Malaysia is building 681 new classrooms nationwide ahead of the 2027 Year One intake, with projects valued at RM808 million underway or completed.
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DAP Congress Votes to Stay in Unity Government Despite Rafizi Ramli's Criticism
DAP congress voted to remain in the unity government and called for equal MP development fund allocations now and by law.
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Alam Maritim CEO Datuk Azmi Ahmad under MACC remand for investigation
Alam Maritim Resources said CEO Datuk Azmi Ahmad is under remand by Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission for inquiry.
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Malaysia Aviation Group completes mandatory drug tests for all active Malaysia Airlines pilots with no positives
Malaysia Aviation Group finished drug screening of 1,260 active Malaysia Airlines pilots by August 15, all tested negative, following a pilot's drug arrest in Indonesia.
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Penang’s draft 2040 plan retains proposed third bridge or tunnel from Gurney Drive to Bagan Ajam
Penang Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow confirmed the third link project remains indicatively included in the draft RSNPP 2040 plan with contract and agreement still valid.
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Pizza Amane Tokyo opens in Taman Tun Dr Ismail serving NY-style pizzas with Japanese twist
Pizza Amane Tokyo opened in Kuala Lumpur, offering large NY-style pizzas with Japanese flavors in collaboration with Pizza Studio Tamaki.
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Gold Prices Rise on Softer Dollar and Lower US Rate Hike Odds; Malaysia July Inflation Eases
Gold prices climbed in mid-August 2026 amid a weaker US dollar and reduced Fed rate hike expectations, while Malaysia reported a slight dip in July inflation.
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Wong Chen Removed as Malaysia Debt Ventures Chairman After Successful Turnaround
Wong Chen was abruptly removed as chairman of Malaysia Debt Ventures, ending his tenure after leading the company back to profitability.
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Malaysia to Amend Tabung Haji Act to Strengthen Governance and Restore Depositor Trust
Malaysia plans amendments to the Tabung Haji Act after an inquiry exposed management failures and financial losses.
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Israeli Strikes Kill 11 in Lebanon as US-Iran Ceasefire Expires, Oil Prices Rise
Renewed Israeli strikes in Lebanon killed 11 and Middle East tensions kept oil prices elevated amid stalled US-Iran talks.
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Malaysia enacts age verification and digital education rules under Online Safety Act 2025
Malaysia mandates social media age verification starting June 1, 2026, with education and parental readiness also emphasized.
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Police to summon constitutional expert in probe of Tony Pua's Facebook post
Police will call a constitutional law academic on June 3 to aid investigations into Tony Pua's Facebook post on monarchy and Rukun Negara issues.
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Malaysian hiker seriously injured on Mount Rinjani airlifted to Bali hospital
A Malaysian woman injured on Mount Rinjani was airlifted to a Bali hospital after rescue efforts delayed by fog.
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Durian Tunggal shooting investigation paper resubmitted to AGC for fourth time
The investigation paper on the Durian Tunggal shooting case was returned to police by AGC requiring further witness statements for the fourth time.
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Deputy PM Ahmad Zahid Hamidi files Federal Court leave application to appeal Court of Appeal ruling
Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi filed for leave to appeal a Court of Appeal decision allowing Malaysian Bar to challenge the AG’s halt of his corruption case.
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Calls intensify for accountability after mass assault at Taiping Prison in January 2025
Over 100 inmates were assaulted by about 60 wardens at Taiping Prison in January 2025, prompting calls for criminal charges and government scrutiny after a recent inquiry.
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Canada expands visa-free air travel eligibility for Malaysians from May 26, 2026
Canada allows eligible Malaysian travellers to apply for electronic travel authorisation instead of visas for air travel starting May 26, 2026.
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Saudi Arabia to lead global billionaire population growth by 2031 with 183% increase
Saudi Arabia is projected to have the fastest billionaire population growth by 2031, while Malaysia ranks 15th globally with 39% growth.
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Personal driver pleads not guilty to abducting 11-year-old girl in Kuala Lumpur
Muhamad Rafiqzam Hafeq Mohd Rosly pleaded not guilty to kidnapping an 11-year-old girl in Kuala Lumpur on May 19, 2026.
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West Coast Expressway expects over 150,000 vehicles daily during Aidiladha holidays
West Coast Expressway plans traffic management and safety measures for over 150,000 vehicles daily during Hari Raya Aidiladha holidays.
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CIMB Group Reports 2.9% Net Profit Decline in Q1 2026 with Early Margin Stabilization
CIMB Group posted Q1 2026 net profit of MYR 1.916 billion, down 2.9% from last year, with signs of stabilizing net interest margin across core markets.
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Sri Lanka central bank raises policy rate by 100 basis points to 8.75% amid inflation pressure
Sri Lanka's central bank raised its overnight policy rate by 100 basis points to 8.75% on May 26, 2026, to tackle rising inflation and currency depreciation.
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Six firms granted licences to end Puspakom’s monopoly on vehicle transfer inspections
Six companies have received licences to conduct private vehicle ownership transfer inspections in Malaysia, ending Puspakom’s monopoly.
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ASX shares fall up to 13% after raising 2027 capital expenditure guidance for tech upgrade
ASX Ltd shares dropped as much as 13% on May 26 after raising its 2027 capital expenditure forecast amid technology modernization efforts.