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Cambodia pardons former opposition leader Kem Sokha from 27-year treason sentence
Cambodian former opposition leader Kem Sokha was pardoned from a 27-year treason prison term by royal decree on May 25, 2026.
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Malaysia evaluates multiple offers to replace cancelled Naval Strike Missile system
Malaysia's Defence Ministry is reviewing bids from three to four countries after Norway canceled the Naval Strike Missile contract.
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Malaysia Airlines receives its 200th Boeing aircraft with fourth 737-8 in 2026
Malaysia Airlines took delivery of its 200th Boeing aircraft with its fourth 737-8 this year, expanding its modern fleet.
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Iran to charge navigational service fees on ships through Strait of Hormuz
Iran announced it will charge fees for navigational services on vessels passing the Strait of Hormuz, drawing warnings from Gulf states to shipping firms.
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Former Finance Minister Tengku Zafrul to testify in Muhyiddin graft trial on July 6
Datuk Seri Tengku Zafrul Abdul Aziz will be the 11th prosecution witness in former PM Muhyiddin Yassin's graft and money laundering trial starting July 6.
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Malaysia Keeps Fuel Supply Stable Amid Middle East Tensions and Lowers Some Domestic Fuel Prices
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim assured stable fuel supplies and announced price cuts for RON97 and diesel from May 28 to June 3 in Malaysia.
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JPJ suspends then swiftly restores online vehicle ownership transfer service after fraud complaints
Malaysia’s Road Transport Department suspended its online vehicle ownership transfer service on May 25, then restored it the same day following government intervention.
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Three workers killed and one injured during lifeboat maintenance at Petronas Sepat platform
Three contractors died and one was critically injured when a lifeboat fell into the sea at Petronas Sepat platform on May 24, 2026.
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Malaysia allocates over RM5 billion in micro-financing to support 400,000 micro-entrepreneurs in 2026
The Malaysian government has set aside more than RM5 billion in micro-financing for 2026 to aid over 400,000 micro-entrepreneurs nationwide.
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ILO and IOM deny endorsing Bestinet's migrant worker platform in Malaysia
The ILO and IOM said they do not endorse or are involved with Bestinet's Foreign Workers Centralised Management System used in Malaysia since 2018.
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Toddler critically injured after falling from fifth floor in Johor Bahru PPR flat
A toddler fell from the fifth floor of a Johor Bahru PPR flat on May 14 and is in critical condition with serious injuries.
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Newborn babies accidentally swapped at Kuala Lumpur hospital in April
A Kuala Lumpur couple discovered their newborn baby girl was swapped with a boy at a hospital in early April.
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Medicine prices in Malaysia stable in 2026 with minor increases of 1-2%
Malaysia's medicine prices have stayed largely stable in 2026, rising only 1-2% as manufacturers absorbed increased costs and the government enhanced supply oversight.
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No Sign of Malaysia's 16th General Election This Year, Says Fahmi Fadzil
Pakatan Harapan leader Fahmi Fadzil says Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has not indicated a 2026 general election will be held in Malaysia.
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Perodua projects Malaysia automotive volume to reach one million by 2030
Perodua forecasts Malaysia's automotive industry will hit one million vehicles by 2030, with 20% electric models and aims for 45% market share.
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Myanmar's military junta pulls in US$5.6 billion in forced remittances in 2025
Myanmar’s military regime generated US$5.6 billion in migrant remittances in 2025 after imposing mandatory rules on overseas workers.
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Initial probe found no case against Lim Guan Eng in Penang tunnel corruption investigation
Early 2020 investigations found insufficient evidence to charge Lim Guan Eng over the RM6.3 billion Penang undersea tunnel project.
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Malaysian singer Namewee acquitted of drug possession charges by Magistrate's Court
Malaysian singer Wee Meng Chee, aka Namewee, was acquitted of drug-related charges after the Attorney General’s Chambers dropped the case.
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Three men denied bail over violent assault at Kepong restaurant
Three men charged with a violent assault at a Kepong restaurant on May 7 were denied bail by the Sessions Court.
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Man Charged with Murder of 85-Year-Old During Manjung Robbery
M. Manimaran, 27, was charged with murdering Tang Kai Kong during a robbery in Manjung on May 7, 2026.
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Israeli Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir Storms Al-Aqsa Mosque, Sparks Regional Outcry
Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir entered Al-Aqsa Mosque compound with settlers on May 14, prompting condemnations from Malaysia, Türkiye, and Saudi Arabia.
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Multiple Malaysians lose millions in online investment scams involving Telegram and apps
Several Malaysians lost large sums in recent online investment scams promising fast returns via Telegram and digital platforms.
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Malaysia's Q1 2026 GDP growth slows to 5.4% amid rising economic risks
Malaysia's economy grew 5.4% year-on-year in Q1 2026, slowing from 6.2% in Q4 2025 amid global tensions and economic risks.
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Court of Appeal reduces ex-student’s death sentence to 40 years for murder of pregnant girlfriend
Malaysia’s Court of Appeal commuted Muhammad Fakrul Aiman Sajali’s death sentence to 40 years and 12 cane strokes for murdering and burning his pregnant girlfriend.