Malaysia
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Malaysia to Launch Hybrid Work Day for Civil Servants Starting August 1, 2026
Malaysia's Cabinet has approved a Hybrid Work Day for civil servants, allowing two days remote work weekly from August 1, 2026.
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Malaysian police arrest 'Datuk'-titled drug syndicate leader in RM6.26 million bust
Police arrested a 'Datuk'-titled man leading a secret society-linked drug syndicate among 291 detained in a multi-state crackdown.
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Volkswagen plans up to 100,000 job cuts and four German plant closures
Volkswagen CEO Oliver Blume announced plans to cut up to 100,000 jobs globally and close four German plants over coming years.
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Petronas secures fuel supplies for petrol stations until August 2026
Petronas confirmed stable fuel supplies for its petrol stations nationwide until August 2026, extending previous guarantees through June.
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Malaysia reports 6,197 job losses in June with labour market showing resilience
Malaysia recorded 6,197 job losses as of June 22, marking a 20% drop from May amid ongoing government support measures.
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FIA declares Austrian Grand Prix a heat-hazard race amid European heatwave
Formula 1's FIA declared the Austrian Grand Prix a heat-hazard race as temperatures exceed 31°C at Spielberg's Red Bull Ring this weekend.
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14-year-old Malaysian student dies after collapsing during rugby training in Melaka
A 14-year-old Form Two student died after collapsing during rugby training at his school in Telok Mas, Melaka, on June 24.
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Japan unveils $2.3 trillion investment plan focused on AI and semiconductors through 2041
Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi announced a ¥370 trillion ($2.3 trillion) public-private investment targeting AI, semiconductors and key sectors over 14 years.
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Johor BN vows to govern alone if it wins July 11 state election
Johor Barisan Nasional (BN) said it will not form a coalition government if it wins the July 11 state election.
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Malaysia's PAC calls for independent regulator to control private healthcare inflation and billing
The Public Accounts Committee has urged the creation of a statutory regulator to oversee private healthcare costs amid rising medical inflation and opaque billing practices.
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Teenager sentenced to three years at Henry Gurney School for 2025 Seremban crash killing three youths
An 18-year-old was sentenced to three years at Henry Gurney School for causing a fatal March 2025 crash in Seremban that killed three teenagers.
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SMK Suria Jaya to open in September 2026 as Malaysia hires 3,150 contract teachers for 2027
SMK Suria Jaya in Johor will begin operations in September 2026; Malaysia’s Education Ministry appointed 3,150 contract teachers for 2027 intake.
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Malaysian public universities reaffirm merit-based admissions with no special UEC pathways
Malaysia's Higher Education Ministry confirmed public university admissions follow merit criteria, rejecting special treatment or backdoor entries for UEC holders.
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Asian stocks rally on AI chip demand after Micron's strong earnings beat estimates
South Korea’s KOSPI and Japan’s Nikkei surged on June 25 as AI chip makers posted strong results and forecasts.
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Durian prices plummet in Malaysia amid bumper harvest; smaller drop in Singapore
Malaysian durian prices fell to record lows this June due to oversupply, while Singapore saw a milder decline attributed to higher costs.
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Forensic Experts Find Signs of Tampering and Mixed Handwriting in Zara Qairina Mahathir’s Journals
Forensic examiners testified to torn pages removed, multiple handwriting styles, and altered ink in Zara Qairina Mahathir’s journals on June 24-25, 2026.
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Malaysia enacts targeted cost cuts amid rising subsidy costs, maintains key official visits
Malaysia imposes cost-cutting measures amid rising subsidies but allows overseas official visits for strategic purposes.
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Frasers Property proposes S$2.1 billion hospitality portfolio restructuring
Frasers Property plans to restructure S$2.1 billion of hospitality assets to optimize capital and boost shareholder value.
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MACC opens five operations rooms in Johor to monitor election corruption; 23 Rolex watches forfeited
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission opened five 24-hour operations rooms in Johor ahead of the July 11 state election and secured forfeiture of 23 Rolex watches and 15 jewellery items to the government.
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Malaysia allocates RM25.2 million to install 3,000 solar LED streetlights at high-risk highways
Malaysia's government has allocated RM25.2 million to install 3,000 solar-powered LED streetlights at 32 high-risk highway locations nationwide.
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Kedah Exco Haim Hilman pleads not guilty to charge over university admissions remarks
Kedah state executive councillor Haim Hilman pleaded not guilty to charges of causing public alarm with allegations on public university admissions.
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Malaysia's Domestic Tourism Spending Rises 15.8% to RM34 Billion in Q1 2026
Malaysia's domestic tourism expenditure rose 15.8% year-on-year to RM34 billion in the first quarter of 2026, driven by increased travel and higher visitor spending.
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Malaysia to fine social media platforms up to RM10 million for age-verification breaches
Malaysia will impose fines up to RM10 million on social media companies failing to meet age verification under the Online Safety Act 2025.
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Perkeso achieves over 96% compliance in claims processing for 2025
Perkeso recorded above 96% compliance in processing multiple benefit claims in 2025, with a 99.68% rate under the Lindung Kerjaya scheme.