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US July retail sales drop 0.6% as Bitcoin surges past $75,000 amid Treasury bond buybacks
US retail sales fell 0.6% in July 2026 while Bitcoin surged over 20%, breaking above $75,000 in mid-August amid market optimism.
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PM absent as Dewan Rakyat debates Tabung Haji RCI report; PN MPs walk out
The Dewan Rakyat held a special sitting on August 11 to debate the Tabung Haji RCI report despite the Prime Minister’s absence and a walkout by PN MPs.
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Malaysia Joins APFRAS to Boost Food Safety and Digital Governance
Malaysia officially joined the Asia-Pacific Food Regulatory Authority Summit to improve regional food safety governance through digital tools.
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Bank of Korea signals possible further rate hikes amid inflation concerns
Bank of Korea deputy governor Ryoo Sangdai signaled more interest rate hikes may come due to inflation and strong economic growth.
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Malaysia launches National Energy Efficiency Policy and Action Plan 2026–2035 targeting RM85 billion savings
Malaysia unveiled the National Energy Efficiency Policy and Action Plan 2026–2035 to save RM85.24 billion and cut energy demand by 11.6% by 2035.
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GM to sell 49.99% stake in Indiana battery plant joint venture to Samsung SDI
General Motors will sell its entire stake in the Indiana battery joint venture to Samsung SDI, making it a wholly owned subsidiary.
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Pakatan Harapan open to cooperation based on stability and people's interests
Pakatan Harapan says it will consider political cooperation with any party that supports stability and the people’s interests, denying current ties with Bersatu.
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Witness testifies Najib received 1MDB funds but unsure if Jho Low led scheme
Angela Barkhouse testified unable to confirm Jho Low's top role but confirmed Najib Razak received 1MDB funds in a civil suit hearing.
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ASEAN targets becoming world’s fourth-largest economy by 2030 with boost to intra-trade
ASEAN is aiming to become the world’s fourth-largest economy by 2030 by increasing trade within member states, officials said.
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Malaysia’s MITI to strengthen electrical and electronics sector for global tech supply role
Malaysia’s Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry plans continued support for the electrical and electronics sector to maintain its key global supply chain role.
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Malaysia deploys 606 emergency pumps nationwide to combat El Niño drought risks
Malaysia’s Department of Irrigation and Drainage has deployed 606 portable emergency pumps nationwide to manage water supply and firefighting amid El Niño conditions.
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Court of Appeal Upholds RM169.2 Million Asset Freeze Against Ricky Wong and Associates
The Court of Appeal upheld an order freezing RM169.2 million in assets of Datuk Ricky Wong, his mother, and their company in a Securities Commission Malaysia case.
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Malaysia rehabilitates 1,647 abandoned housing projects worth RM153 billion
The Malaysian government has resolved 1,647 abandoned housing projects worth RM153 billion, helping nearly 200,000 homebuyers.
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High Court upholds acquittal of blogger Jufazli Shi Ahmad over YouTube posts against Ismail Sabri and UMNO
The High Court dismissed the prosecution's appeal and upheld blogger Jufazli Shi Ahmad's acquittal on charges related to offensive YouTube posts and non-compliance with police requests.
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85% of Malaysian Affluent Investors Use AI, Prefer Hybrid Human-AI Decision-Making
A survey finds 85% of Malaysia's wealthy investors use AI for finance but 58% prefer combining AI tools with human advice.
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Malaysia Allocates RM12-12.3 Million for Penang STEM Pilot Project to Train 100,000 Students by 2030
The Malaysian Economy Ministry launched a RM12-12.3 million STEM Talent Pilot Project in Penang aiming to train 100,000 students by 2030.
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Malaysia's July 2026 Palm Oil Stockpiles Increase 3.32% to 2.63 Million Tonnes
Malaysia's palm oil stockpiles rose 3.32% to 2.63 million tonnes in July 2026 amid higher production and exports.
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J Arul Kumar appointed Negeri Sembilan DAP chairman, replacing Anthony Loke
Nilai assemblyman J Arul Kumar was appointed Negeri Sembilan DAP chairman on August 10, succeeding Anthony Loke after 22 years.
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PM Anwar orders updated EC report on Sarawak redelineation to add 17 assembly seats
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has directed the Election Commission to update its report on adding 17 new Sarawak state assembly seats.
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120 Squatter Families in Sungkai and Kuala Bikam Receive Land Grants Ending 40-Year Dispute
Housing Minister Nga Kor Ming presented land grants to 120 squatter families, resolving a settlement issue ongoing for over 40 years.
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Malaysia's Works Ministry seeks top development allocation in 2027 Budget
The Works Ministry aims to secure the highest development funding among ministries in Malaysia's 2027 budget to boost infrastructure projects nationwide.
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Penang Pakatan Harapan to Keep Barisan Nasional Exco Until Next General Election
Penang Pakatan Harapan has decided to retain Barisan Nasional's state executive councillor until the next general election, following their 2023 electoral pact.
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Selangor to meet Panasonic workers affected by TV production shutdown next week
Selangor government will meet Panasonic factory workers next week to discuss support and job alternatives amid TV production closure affecting 400 workers.
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Malaysian Cabinet orders airport security plan from Home and Transport Ministries within two weeks
The Malaysian Cabinet directed the Home and Transport Ministries to submit a comprehensive airport security plan within two weeks following recent security concerns.