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Penang seeks federal approval for International Financial Centre in 2027 Budget
Penang government is pushing for federal commitment to establish the Penang International Financial Centre in the 2027 Budget.
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Shahrir Samad sues former AG Tommy Thomas over alleged malicious prosecution
Tan Sri Shahrir Samad filed a civil suit today against former Attorney General Tommy Thomas and others, alleging malicious prosecution and wrongful arrest.
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Malaysia raises unsubsidised petrol and diesel prices by 10-20 sen per litre from August 20
Malaysia will increase retail prices for unsubsidised petrol and diesel by up to 20 sen per litre starting August 20.
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Dr Jeswant Dillon becomes first Malaysian elected to American Association for Thoracic Surgery
Professor Datuk Seri Dr Jeswant Dillon was elected in May 2026 as the first Malaysian member of the American Association for Thoracic Surgery.
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Japanese Banks Post Record High Additional Tier 1 Bond Issuance in 2026
Japan’s major banks are issuing a record volume of Additional Tier 1 bonds in 2026 to meet rising capital requirements.
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Malaysia’s Securities Commission awaits government decision on regulating Tabung Haji investments
The Securities Commission Malaysia stands ready to regulate Tabung Haji's investments if assigned by the government, officials said on August 19.
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Malaysia reviews RM1,700 minimum wage amid rising living costs
Malaysia’s government is reviewing the RM1,700 monthly minimum wage to assess its adequacy against changing economic and living conditions.
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Former UBB CEO Razlan Raghazli charged with RM139.89 million cheating in Sessions Court
Razlan Raghazli, ex-CEO of UBB Investment Bank, was charged with cheating RM139.89 million and pleaded not guilty today.
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Nilai private university CFO pleads not guilty to RM6.56 million criminal breach of trust charge
Noraini Aripin pleaded not guilty to criminal breach of trust involving RM6.56 million at a Nilai private university in Sessions Court Seremban today.
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Dutch Lady Q2 Net Profit Rises 63% to RM38.2 Million, Highest in Five Years
Dutch Lady Milk Industries Bhd reported a 63.2% surge in Q2 net profit to RM38.2 million on strong sales and improved efficiency.
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Unhealthy Air Quality Recorded in Johan Setia and Five Sarawak Areas Amid Moderate Levels Nationwide
Johan Setia and five Sarawak areas recorded unhealthy air quality while 58 areas nationwide showed moderate levels on August 17-19.
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Malaysia's Home Minister denies mass citizenship grants to foreigners
Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution denied claims that Malaysia granted citizenship en masse to foreign nationals, labeling the reports false.
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Malaysian Media Council clarifies role as self-regulatory body, not government agency
The Malaysian Media Council clarified that it is a self-regulatory body for the media industry, not a government enforcement agency, addressing widespread confusion over its role.
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Asia-Pacific international air travel demand steadies in April 2026 amid high fuel costs
Asia-Pacific airlines carried 32.43 million international passengers in April 2026, holding steady year-on-year as fuel prices hit $165 per barrel.
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MBSB Q1 net profit drops 64%, RHB Bank posts 14% net profit gain
MBSB’s net profit fell 64% in Q1 2026 due to higher provisions, while RHB Bank’s net profit rose 14% amid loan growth.
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FamilyMart Malaysia suspends employee after hot soup thrown at delivery rider in Kota Damansara
A FamilyMart employee at Kota Damansara was suspended after throwing hot soup at a delivery rider in a viral incident.
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Matrix Concepts reports record RM1.36 billion revenue and appoints new managing director
Matrix Concepts Holdings Bhd posted its highest-ever FY2026 revenue of RM1.36 billion and named Kelvin Lee Chin Chuan as group managing director.
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UOA Group Co-founder CS Kong Dies at 85
CS Kong, co-founder and managing director of UOA Development, died peacefully on May 27, 2026, aged 85.
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Maybank reports 4% profit drop in Q1 2026 amid weak markets; shares fall 4%
Maybank posted a 4% decline in first-quarter net profit to RM2.48 billion, with shares falling 4% on May 28.
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Former 1MDB CEO Shahrol Azral denies deals in US$5.64 billion civil suit testimony
Datuk Shahrol Azral Ibrahim Halmi denied making any deal after being dropped from 1MDB's US$5.64 billion civil suit during his August 2026 testimony in Malaysia.
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Prime Minister’s Office controlled contractor nominations and procurement for Jana Wibawa projects
The Prime Minister’s Office directed all contractor recommendations and procurement methods for Jana Wibawa projects, with formal evaluation handled by the Ministry of Finance.
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Khazanah Nasional transferred RM19.59 million to FashionValet in March 2018
Khazanah Nasional Berhad transferred RM19.59 million to FashionValet's account in two tranches in March 2018.
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Wan Ahmad Dahlan appointed chairman of Malaysia's MRT Corporation
Tan Sri Dr Wan Ahmad Dahlan became chairman of Mass Rapid Transit Corporation on August 13, 2026.
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Malaysia's automotive sales rise 5% to 73,615 units in July 2026
Malaysia’s automotive total industry volume grew 5% year-on-year to 73,615 units in July 2026, driven by higher production and passenger vehicle sales.