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PKR to contest 20 seats in Johor and 16 in Negeri Sembilan state elections
PKR secretary general Datuk Dr Fuziah Salleh announced the party will contest at least 20 seats in Johor and 16 in Negeri Sembilan state elections.
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J-Kom Chief Mohd Hisyamuddin Criticized for Racial Remarks, Urged to Use Proper Language
J-Kom director-general Mohd Hisyamuddin Ghazali faced backlash for racially charged remarks and was urged by officials to maintain appropriate speech.
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Johor and Negri Sembilan set for elections amid political tensions over alleged betrayals
Johor and Negri Sembilan will hold state elections by August amid accusations of betrayal and campaign strategy disputes between Umno and Pakatan Harapan leaders.
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Malaysia's LRT3 line set to begin operations by end of June 2026
Malaysia's LRT3 line connecting Shah Alam and Klang Valley is expected to start passenger service by late June 2026.
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Malaysian Banks to Waive RM1 Fee on Interbank ATM Withdrawals Starting July 1
Banks in Malaysia will waive the RM1 fee for interbank ATM and Smart Recycler Machine cash withdrawals nationwide from July 1, 2026.
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US and Iran Reach Peace Agreement with Ceasefire and Strait of Hormuz Reopening
The United States and Iran agreed to an immediate ceasefire and to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, starting 60 days of talks on sanctions, nuclear issues, and reconstruction.
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Four arrested over video showing abuse of Indonesian domestic helpers in Johor
Johor police arrested four suspects in Johor Bahru after a viral video showed abuse of three Indonesian domestic helpers.
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Malaysia's government expenditure realignment hits 50% of target, says Cabinet
Malaysia's government has achieved about half of its target in realigning operating expenditure across ministries, Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said.
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Rapid Rail to introduce 26 new Kelana Jaya Line trains by 2031
Rapid Rail will replace all 26 Kelana Jaya Line trains with new sets fully operational by 2031.
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Singapore tycoon Ng Teck Lee faces 38 new charges in $72 million embezzlement case
Ng Teck Lee, caught after nearly 20 years on the run, was charged with 38 new offences linked to embezzling S$72 million.
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Penang group installs sky bridges to protect endangered dusky langurs from road deaths
The Langur Project Penang installed a third canopy crossing in April 2026 to help endangered dusky langurs avoid traffic in Malaysia.
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Malaysia's Road Transport Department cracks down on overloaded lorries using 'tonto' networks
Malaysia’s Road Transport Department (JPJ) intensifies operations targeting overloaded lorries using 'tonto' networks to evade enforcement.
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Malaysia's Securities Commission tightens digital asset exchange rules to boost investor protection
The Securities Commission Malaysia introduced stricter rules for digital asset exchanges to enhance oversight and foster institutional participation.
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High Court grants unconditional custody of autistic child's sibling to father Zaim Ikhwan
The High Court granted unconditional custody of the younger sibling of late autistic child Zayn Rayyan to biological father Zaim Ikhwan Zahari.
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Malaysia’s First Full-Fledged Boxing Film 'The Furious: Pertaruhan Maruah' Debuts
New Malaysian film 'The Furious: Pertaruhan Maruah' directed by Heng Aik Siong focuses fully on boxing.
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More than half of Japan’s bank deposits held in Greater Tokyo area as of fiscal 2025
Bank deposits in Tokyo and nearby prefectures totaled ¥523.1 trillion, accounting for 50.7% of all deposits in Japan by fiscal 2025.
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Sum Technology and Pentech Holdings launch IPOs on Malaysia's ACE Market
Sum Technology and Pentech Holdings launched IPOs on Malaysia's ACE Market this month to raise over RM67 million combined.
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Beaufort flood evacuees rise to 338 as affected villages increase to 11
Beaufort district evacuated 338 people from 121 families due to floods by May 21, 2026.
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Victor Wembanyama’s Spurs fall to Knicks 4-1 in NBA Finals after historic run
Victor Wembanyama led the San Antonio Spurs to the NBA Finals, but they lost the series 4-1 to the New York Knicks.
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WHO Chief Cites 'Malaysia Boleh' to Urge Global Health Equity at Assembly
WHO Director-General Dr Tedros quoted Malaysia’s motto 'Malaysia Boleh' to inspire health sovereignty and equity at the 79th World Health Assembly.
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EU and US move closer on trade deal as China and US agree tariff reductions
The EU reached a provisional trade agreement with the US while China and the US agreed to reduce tariffs on billions in goods.
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Malaysian Leaders Condemn Tony Pua's Remarks Mocking Selangor Sultan's Decree
Political leaders from multiple parties defended Selangor’s Sultan after Tony Pua mocked a royal decree on the Rukun Negara Monument Plaque.
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Malaysia wins inaugural quadrant event at 2026 Sepak Takraw World Cup
Malaysia defeated India 2-0 to win the first-ever quadrant event final at the 2026 Sepak Takraw World Cup in Kuala Lumpur.
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Nearly All Malaysian Haj Pilgrims Arrive in Saudi Arabia Amid Extreme Heat Alerts
31,243 of 31,600 Malaysian haj pilgrims arrived in Saudi Arabia by May 20 ahead of peak pilgrimage rituals under heat warnings.