Malaysia
Same event, multiple sources, transparently cited.
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Forensic experts testify on handwriting and torn diary pages in Zara Qairina Mahathir inquest
Handwriting and psychiatric experts gave evidence on torn diary pages and emotional state of Zara Qairina Mahathir at Kota Kinabalu inquest.
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Malaysia enacts targeted cost cuts amid rising subsidy costs, maintains key official visits
Malaysia imposes cost-cutting measures amid rising subsidies but allows overseas official visits for strategic purposes.
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Frasers Property proposes S$2.1 billion hospitality portfolio restructuring
Frasers Property plans to restructure S$2.1 billion of hospitality assets to optimize capital and boost shareholder value.
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MACC opens five Johor operations rooms for state polls; court forfeits luxury items from ex-army chief’s relative
MACC launched five 24-hour operations rooms across Johor for state polls and a court forfeited seized luxury watches and jewellery to the government.
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Malaysia allocates RM25.2 million to install 3,000 solar LED streetlights at high-risk highways
Malaysia's government has allocated RM25.2 million to install 3,000 solar-powered LED streetlights at 32 high-risk highway locations nationwide.
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Kedah Exco Haim Hilman pleads not guilty to charge over university admissions remarks
Kedah state executive councillor Haim Hilman pleaded not guilty to charges of causing public alarm with allegations on public university admissions.
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Malaysia’s domestic tourism expenditure rises 15.8% in Q1 2026 on festive travel
Malaysia’s domestic tourism spending grew 15.8% year-on-year to RM34 billion in Q1 2026, boosted by holiday travel during Chinese New Year and Aidilfitri.
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Malaysia to fine social media platforms up to RM10 million for age-verification breaches
Malaysia will impose fines up to RM10 million on social media companies failing to meet age verification under the Online Safety Act 2025.
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Perkeso achieves over 96% compliance in claims processing for 2025
Perkeso recorded above 96% compliance in processing multiple benefit claims in 2025, with a 99.68% rate under the Lindung Kerjaya scheme.
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Malaysia launches plan for commercial cargo and passenger drone services by 2030
Malaysia unveiled a plan to develop commercial cargo and passenger drone services by 2030, starting limited freight drone operations in early 2027.
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Malaysia adopts RM40 pay-per-issue model for new MyKad rollout starting June 2026
Malaysia began issuing new-generation MyKad cards under a pay-per-issue model at RM40 each, with NexG Bhd supplying under a six-year contract.
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Foreign Female Student Found Murdered at Bandar Sunway Condominium; Boyfriend Arrested
A foreign female student in her 20s was found dead at a Bandar Sunway condominium on June 23; her boyfriend was arrested.
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Malaysia Has Not Received Formal Extradition Request for Bestinet Founder Aminul Islam
Malaysia's Home Minister said no official extradition request has been received from Bangladesh for Aminul Islam, founder of Bestinet Sdn Bhd.
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Bitcoin hits 21-month low near $58,131 amid tech selloff and crypto market outflows
Bitcoin fell below $60,000 on June 24-25, 2026, reaching a 21-month low as tech sector weakness and crypto selloff pressured digital assets.
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Malaysia integrates diesel subsidy under Budi Madani to improve targeting from July 1
Malaysia will let eligible users buy subsidised diesel at RM2.10 per litre from July 1 under a reformed subsidy scheme merging diesel with petrol quotas.
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Malaysia expands Sara programme to increase retail access and promote local products
Malaysia's government expanded the Sara programme to include more retail outlets nationwide and boost local product participation, emphasizing aid benefits to small retailers.
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Malaysia enforces age verification for social media users under 16 under new Child Protection Code
Malaysia's government requires social media providers to verify users are at least 16 using official ID documents under a new law effective June 1, 2026.
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Malaysia to Launch Nationwide BUDI Diesel Subsidy Programme July 1 Amid Price Adjustments
Malaysia will implement the BUDI Madani Diesel subsidy nationwide from July 1, offering diesel at RM2.10 per litre to eligible users with flexible fuel use options.
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SK Hynix plans $29 billion Nasdaq ADR listing to fund AI chip capacity expansion
SK Hynix aims to raise $29 billion through a Nasdaq ADR listing to expand AI chip manufacturing capacity.
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Lim Guan Eng, wife, and businesswoman to stand trial over RM11.6 million Penang corruption case
The Court of Appeal dismissed attempts to strike out corruption and money laundering charges against Lim Guan Eng, his wife Betty Chew, and businesswoman Phang Li Koon.
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US dollar rises to seven-month high on bets for Fed rate hikes amid global currency shifts
The US dollar climbed to its strongest level since November as traders price in two Federal Reserve rate hikes by early 2027.
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PKR Youth says only a handful left following Rafizi and Nik Nazmi resignations
PKR Youth leaders said only one or two members left the party after Rafizi Ramli and Nik Nazmi quit and handed over their MP seats in May 2026.
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MSCI Delays Review of Indonesia's Emerging Market Status Until November 2026
MSCI extended its review of Indonesia’s market classification to November 2026, retaining its emerging market status for now amid reform concerns.
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Queen Raja Zarith Sofiah begins three-day visit to Turkiye including RMN ship launch
Queen Raja Zarith Sofiah of Malaysia departed May 23 for Turkiye, attending a Royal Malaysian Navy ship launch and cultural visits.