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12 Malaysian Policemen Arrested for Alleged RM2 Million Extortion of Foreign National
Twelve Malaysian policemen were arrested for allegedly extorting RM2 million from a foreign national in Kuala Lumpur last month.
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Sabah Immigration denies claims of Filipino detainee deaths amid overcrowding rumors
Sabah Immigration Department rejected social media claims of Filipino detainee deaths due to overcrowding and confirmed detainees are in good condition.
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Malaysia disaster victims can claim cash aid up to four times a year under Nadma
Malaysian disaster victims can claim RM1,000 Bantuan Wang Ihsan cash aid up to four times annually, with limits on frequency, Nadma says.
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Malaysia aims to expand global halal certification and industry collaboration
Malaysia seeks to become a global halal industry hub through international partnerships and a broader halal ecosystem, Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said.
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Malaysian pilot arrested in Indonesia for smuggling 25kg of drugs valued at RM45 million
A 39-year-old Malaysian pilot was arrested in Indonesia on July 28-29 for smuggling 25kg of ecstasy and methamphetamine capsules worth RM45 million.
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High Court grants Rosmah Mansor conditional stay on RM67.46 million jewellery payment
The High Court granted Rosmah Mansor a conditional stay on a RM67.46 million judgment to Global Royalty pending her appeal.
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Australia raises international student visa fees, exempts ASEAN students from full hike
Australia increased international student visa fees to A$2,500 but ASEAN students pay only A$2,050, a smaller rise announced July 3, 2026.
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Two foreign suspects killed in police shootout during Alor Star kidnap rescue
Police killed two foreign suspects in a shootout during a kidnap rescue at a house in Alor Star on August 7, rescuing two foreign victims.
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Man arrested for assaulting Ipoh City Council officer during duty in Jalan Pengkalan Barat
A 42-year-old man was detained for allegedly assaulting and threatening an Ipoh City Council enforcement officer in Ipoh on July 25.
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Former Top Indonesian Anti-Corruption Prosecutor Febrie Adriansyah Arrested on Money Laundering Charges
Febrie Adriansyah was arrested on suspicion of money laundering after police seized cash and gold from his properties.
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Malaysia's GNI per capita hits US$12,380, close to high-income status threshold
Malaysia's GNI per capita reached a record US$12,380 in 2025, edging closer to World Bank high-income status, with GDP at a historic US$472 billion.
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Teenage Student Arrested After Newborn Found Dead at Kuala Langat University Hostel
Police arrested a teenage female student following discovery of a newborn's body at a university hostel in Kuala Langat, Selangor.
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Malaysia’s wholesale and retail trade sales rise 10.1% to RM168.5 billion in June 2026
Malaysia’s wholesale and retail trade sales grew 10.1% year-on-year to RM168.5 billion in June 2026, driven by strong motor vehicle and specialised wholesale sales.
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Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim to be discharged after hernia surgery
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim is expected to leave hospital on August 12 following successful hernia surgery and recovery.
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New Zealand PM Christopher Luxon survives second National Party confidence vote
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon retained leadership after a National Party confidence vote on August 12, 2026, ahead of the November election.
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Malaysian Police Investigate Kedah Chief Minister Over Race-Linked Remarks
Police launched an investigation against Kedah Chief Minister Sanusi Md Nor after racially sensitive remarks at a July 8 event prompted a police report.
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Former Subang MP Wong Chen resigns from PKR and joins Bersama party
Wong Chen resigned as Subang MP and from PKR, then joined Bersama party on August 12, 2026.
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Malaysia suspends issuance of passports exceeding 10-year validity after travel issues abroad
Malaysia's Immigration Department has suspended issuing passports valid more than 10 years following overseas airline check-in difficulties.
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RM20.3 Million Transferred from PNB to FashionValet in 2018 Amid Trial
Two transfers totaling RM20.3 million were made from Permodalan Nasional Berhad to FashionValet in 2018 amid a criminal breach of trust trial.
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Fire at Selangor Wholesale Market in Seri Kembangan causes explosions and major damage
A fire broke out at the Selangor Wholesale Market on July 24, causing explosions and destroying most of a shop, with no casualties reported so far.
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Twelve arrested over gang robbery of Taiwanese YouTuber in Kuala Lumpur
Malaysian police arrested 12 suspects over a gang robbery targeting a Taiwanese YouTuber in Cheras.
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Malaysia and Australia discuss rare earth and neodymium magnet cooperation
Malaysia and Australia met to explore cooperation in rare earth elements and neodymium magnet manufacturing on August 11, 2026.
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Malaysian PM Anwar Ibrahim Sends Best Wishes to Commonwealth Games Team, Congratulates ONE Muay Thai Champion
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim urged Malaysian athletes at the 2026 Glasgow Commonwealth Games to compete with integrity and congratulated Muay Thai champion Alif Rakib.
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World Bank estimates Venezuela earthquakes caused US$19.6 billion in physical damage
Two earthquakes struck Venezuela on June 24, causing US$19.6 billion in damage and thousands of casualties, the World Bank said.