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1,336 candidates achieve perfect 4.0 CGPA in 2025 STPM examination
A record 1,336 candidates scored a perfect 4.0 CGPA in the 2025 STPM exam, marking a rise from the previous year.
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Russia and Malaysia plan closer ties ahead of 60th diplomatic anniversary in 2027
Russian President Vladimir Putin met Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim on June 18 to discuss expanding bilateral cooperation before 2027 milestone.
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Johor DAP chairman warns against manipulated posters targeting Pakatan Harapan candidates
Johor DAP chairman Teo Nie Ching accused parties of altering PH candidate posters to sow fear ahead of the state election.
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Royal Malaysian Air Force expands fleet with Anka-S drones, FA-50M jets, and air defence upgrades
The Royal Malaysian Air Force launched Anka-S drone operations and announced plans to expand its fleet and improve air and maritime capabilities today.
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Malaysia rises to 15th place in 2026 IMD World Competitiveness Ranking
Malaysia jumped eight spots to 15th among 70 economies in the 2026 IMD World Competitiveness Ranking.
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Top Glove's Q3 FY2026 net profit more than doubles to RM81 million on higher sales
Top Glove reported a 133% rise in net profit to RM80.99 million for Q3 FY2026 ended May 31, driven by higher sales and cost efficiencies.
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AirAsia warns public about fake recruitment website impersonating its careers portal
AirAsia alerted job seekers on June 18 to a fraudulent website posing as its official recruitment portal and soliciting fees.
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Fed’s Hawkish Tone Strengthens US Dollar, Pressures Malaysian Ringgit to Six-Month Low
The US Federal Reserve signaled a rate hike later this year, boosting the dollar and weakening emerging market currencies including the Malaysian ringgit.
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Malaysia Stadium Corporation CEO charged with RM1.45 million corruption over Bukit Jalil tender
Iliyas Jamil, CEO of Malaysia Stadium Corporation, was charged with seven counts of corruption involving RM1.45 million on June 18, 2026.
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Universiti Malaya achieves highest-ever 56th place in QS World University Rankings 2027
Universiti Malaya rose to 56th in the QS World University Rankings 2027, its best global position so far.
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Johor state election set for July 11 with candidates finalized ahead of polls
Johor's 16th state election will take place July 11 after assembly dissolution June 1; parties finalize candidates and campaign plans ahead of nomination on June 27.
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Diesel price in Peninsular Malaysia cut by 30 sen to RM4.37 per litre for June 18–24
The retail price of diesel in Peninsular Malaysia was reduced by 30 sen to RM4.37 per litre for the week of June 18–24, 2026.
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Jeremy Clarkson reveals aggressive prostate cancer diagnosis on Clarkson's Farm
Jeremy Clarkson, 66, announced an aggressive prostate cancer diagnosis during filming of Clarkson's Farm, shown in June 2026.
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Malaysia’s Higher Education Minister denies 30,000-60,000 backdoor university admissions claims
Higher Education Minister Datuk Seri Dr Zambry Abd Kadir rejects claims that thousands gained university entry through unauthorised channels, calling them baseless.
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RTM apologises for livestream disruption during France-Senegal World Cup match
RTM's streaming platform faced technical issues during the France-Senegal World Cup match early June 17, prompting an apology to Malaysian fans.
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Malaysia manages rise in construction material costs as projects continue on schedule
Malaysia’s government and contractors maintain ongoing construction projects despite rising material costs from global supply issues.
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Shortage of letter 'V' delays German World Cup jersey availability, Adidas resolves issue
A letter 'V' shortage delayed German national team jersey printing for players Havertz, Pavlovic, and Undav but Adidas quickly resolved it by June 17, 2026.
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RTM enforces strict geoblocking to prevent overseas access to FIFA World Cup 2026 broadcasts
Radio Televisyen Malaysia set up monitoring and technical safeguards to block foreign access to World Cup 2026 coverage on RTMKlik.
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Wes Streeting ready to trigger Labour leadership contest against Keir Starmer next week
Wes Streeting says he has backing from 81 Labour MPs and is prepared to launch a leadership challenge to Keir Starmer after the Makerfield by-election.
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Record European heatwave in June 2026 kills over 2,000 in France, disrupts daily life
France faced record heatwaves in June 2026, causing over 2,000 excess deaths and widespread disruptions amid Europe’s hottest summer on record.
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Norway's Crown Princess Mette-Marit undergoes successful lung transplant at Oslo hospital
Norway's Crown Princess Mette-Marit, 52, had a successful lung transplant at Oslo University Hospital on June 17, 2026.
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Bersatu insists on PN membership, to use logo in July, August state polls despite PAS split
Bersatu president Muhyiddin Yassin said the party will remain in Perikatan Nasional and contest Johor and Negeri Sembilan elections under the PN logo amid rift with PAS.
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Malaysia's MACC detains 13 over RM2.5 million bribery linked to government contracts
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission detained 13 people over alleged RM2.5 million bribery involving government agency contracts.
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Steamboat restaurant director charged with RM1.47 million criminal breach of trust
Yong Pitt Lok, director of a steamboat chain, was charged with criminal breach of trust involving RM1.47 million in Kuala Lumpur.