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Wong Chen resigns as Subang MP effective August 10, 2026
Wong Chen officially resigned as the Member of Parliament for Subang at 5pm on August 10, 2026.
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Lifelike doll mistaken for human remains found in suitcase near Oallen, Australia
Two men found a suitcase containing a realistic doll mistaken for human remains near Oallen, prompting a brief murder investigation.
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Malaysia and Thailand Resolve Fisheries Issues, Expedite Agricultural Cooperation MoU
Malaysia and Thailand settled fisheries market access problems and agreed to implement an agricultural cooperation MoU within one week.
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Malaysia launches housing policy with four new laws and big data system to improve affordability
Malaysia's Ministry of Housing will implement four housing laws and a big data system under its National Housing Policy 2026-2035 to deliver one million affordable homes by 2035.
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Malaysia’s Economy Ministry Finalises Development Spending Proposals for 2027 Budget
Malaysia’s Economy Ministry is finalising development spending proposals for the 2027 Budget with submissions due to the Finance Ministry by mid-August 2026.
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MACC opens 81 probes, remands 98 over alleged Socso Daya Kerjaya 2.0 abuses and foreign nationals offences
Malaysia’s MACC opened 81 investigations involving 143 companies, detaining 98 over alleged RM9 million false claims in Socso’s Daya Kerjaya 2.0 and bribe-related foreign nationals offences.
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MACC finds no evidence linking Nik Nazmi to RM53 million bribery in elephant transfer case
Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission cleared former minister Nik Nazmi of any bribery related to the RM53 million elephant transfer to Japan while continuing to investigate four other suspects.
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Myanmar agrees to repatriate 5,000 refugees from Malaysia by ship
Myanmar has confirmed readiness to repatriate 5,000 refugees from Malaysia by ship, including multiple ethnic groups, with safety a key concern.
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78 Rohingya detainees in Bidor granted refugee status under Malaysia's DPP programme
Malaysia granted refugee status to 78 Rohingya detainees at Bidor as part of its Refugee Registration Document programme.
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Malaysian Cabinet approves constitutional changes to boost Parliament’s role in Public Prosecutor appointment
The Malaysian Cabinet approved amendments to strengthen parliamentary oversight in appointing the Public Prosecutor on July 9, 2026.
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Malaysian Election Commission urges voters to update addresses for accurate representation
The Malaysian Election Commission urged voters to update their voting addresses to their current residence to ensure proper constituency representation.
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Federal Court to hear Zahid's bid to stop Malaysian Bar's judicial review challenge on Oct 8
The Federal Court will hear Deputy Prime Minister Zahid Hamidi's leave application on October 8 to halt the Malaysian Bar's judicial review of his DNAA.
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Malaysian Cabinet approves 10-year tax exemption extension for TAR UMT
The Malaysian Cabinet approved a decade-long tax exemption extension for Tunku Abdul Rahman University of Management and Technology.
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Tengku Zafrul says Muhyiddin’s minutes are instructions needing action, not approvals
Former finance minister Tengku Zafrul testified that Muhyiddin’s minutes require follow-up action but do not grant procurement approvals.
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Malaysia’s NADI scheme offers interest-free instalments for school uniforms sewn by local entrepreneurs
The Malaysian government’s NADI Mahir initiative enables parents to buy school uniforms on interest-free instalments, supporting over 120 local sewing entrepreneurs.
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Malaysia and UAE reaffirm commitment to strengthen bilateral and strategic ties
Malaysia and the UAE pledged to boost cooperation in defence, AI, and geopolitics during a July 8 meeting in Kuala Lumpur.
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Kuala Lumpur City Hall begins formal land acquisition to reopen Taman Datuk Senu road
Kuala Lumpur City Hall has started acquiring private land to reopen a blocked public access road in Taman Datuk Senu, Sentul.
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Bank of Japan signals possible faster rate hikes amid rising inflation concerns
The Bank of Japan held its policy rate at 1% in July 2026 but signaled possible faster rate hikes due to inflation risks.
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Selangor Sultan Withholds Consent for Friday Prayers at Shopping Malls
The Sultan of Selangor has declined permission for Friday prayers to be conducted in shopping malls across the state.
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Muhyiddin Yassin says Perikatan Nasional may not form Johor government but urges opposition support
Bersatu president Muhyiddin Yassin acknowledged Perikatan Nasional may not lead Johor state government after July 11 election but stressed the need for a strong opposition role.
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Malaysian Government Cites Legal Protections in Refusing To Disclose Former MACC Chief’s Shareholdings
The Malaysian government refused to reveal ex-MACC chief Azam Baki’s shareholding records, citing laws protecting personal and investigation documents.
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Malaysian PM Anwar Ibrahim undergoes surgery for para-umbilical hernia on 79th birthday
Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim had laparoscopic surgery for a para-umbilical hernia and remains under observation for two days.
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Maybank IBG raises Malaysia's 2026 GDP growth forecast to 4.9% on AI momentum
Maybank Investment Banking Group raised Malaysia's 2026 GDP growth forecast to 4.9%, citing strong economic data and AI-driven technology gains.
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Zahid proposes returning part of FGV-managed land to Felda to improve finances
Deputy Prime Minister Zahid Hamidi proposed returning some FGV-managed land to Felda to help settle debts and boost settler returns.