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Public Service Department Opens 2026 Dermasiswa B40 Scholarship Applications for 2025 SPM Holders
The Public Service Department opened applications for the 2026 Dermasiswa B40 scholarships for eligible 2025 SPM holders from low-income families to pursue diploma studies.
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Dewan Negara passes 12 Bills; Negeri Sembilan exco sworn in with governance focus
Dewan Negara passed 12 Bills after a 10-day session; Negeri Sembilan sworn in new State Executive Council on August 7, 2026.
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IRB raises RM4.4 billion in additional tax assessments as of June 30, 2026
The Inland Revenue Board raised RM4.4 billion in additional tax assessments by June 30, 2026, aided by AI-driven audits and data analysis.
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Malaysia requires copyright owner permission for AI training data use
Malaysia’s government confirmed permission from copyright holders is needed to use their works in AI model training under existing law.
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KTMB extends Southern Shuttle service to Paloh with 7 stations from August 8
KTMB expanded its Southern Shuttle route to include Paloh, operating 10 daily trips across seven stations starting August 8.
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Election Commission to study postal voting for auxiliary police officers in Malaysia
The Malaysian Election Commission will examine a proposal to allow 27,000 auxiliary police officers to vote by post.
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Press Metal to Increase Stake in PMB Technology to 58.8% with RM465 Million Acquisition
Press Metal Aluminium Holdings Bhd is acquiring a 35.6% stake in PMB Technology Bhd for RM464.95 million, raising its holding to 58.8%.
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Parti Warisan denies claims it withdrew from Malaysia's unity government
Parti Warisan dismissed a viral forged document falsely claiming its withdrawal from Malaysia's unity government.
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Sabah's trade hits RM105.5 billion in 2025 amid global economic challenges
Sabah recorded total trade of RM105.5 billion in 2025, maintaining above RM100 billion for the fourth year despite a 2.1% decline from 2024.
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Shell sells European onshore renewables unit to TotalEnergies; BP closes Gelsenkirchen refinery sale
Shell agreed to sell its European onshore renewables assets to TotalEnergies, while BP completed its sale of the Gelsenkirchen refinery to Klesch Group.
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Malaysian Select Committee begins scrutiny of Freedom of Information Bill 2026
A Parliamentary Select Committee chaired by Datuk Seri Azalina Othman Said started reviewing the Freedom of Information Bill 2026 on August 4.
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Datuk Dr Jafri Abdul Jalil appointed Penang state secretary effective August 3, 2026
Datuk Dr Jafri Abdul Jalil was appointed Penang state secretary on August 3, succeeding Datuk Seri Zulkifli Long who retired August 2.
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Malaysia weighs easing rare-earth export curbs amid rising foreign and domestic pressure
Malaysia is considering limited exports of unprocessed rare earths to attract investment and technology transfers amid global interest.
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Pasir Gudang MP Hassan Abdul Karim urges Madani Government to complete full term before GE16
Pasir Gudang MP Hassan Abdul Karim called on the government to avoid rushing the 16th General Election and complete its mandate by late 2027 or early 2028.
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Only Two Airlines Report Issues Processing Malaysian Passports Valid Over 10 Years
Malaysia’s Immigration Department suspended passport validity beyond 10 years due to system problems with two airlines.
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Datuk Seri Jalaluddin Alias retains Pertang seat in 2026 Negeri Sembilan state election
Datuk Seri Jalaluddin Alias won the Pertang seat again in the 2026 Negeri Sembilan state election, defeating two opponents.
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MACC finds no criminal wrongdoing in KWAP's RM163.4 million eFishery investment so far
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission says its probe into KWAP's eFishery investment is nearly complete domestically with no evidence of corruption found.
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Sabah to acquire 40% stake in floating LNG project in new Petronas deal
Sabah will secure a 40% stake in a floating LNG project and 20% in a Sandakan oil and gas field under an upcoming Petronas agreement.
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Construction begins on Penang International Logistics Aeropark to boost northern Malaysia air cargo
Malaysia Airports Holdings Bhd and Penang Development Corporation started building the Penang International Logistics Aeropark in August 2026.
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Sabah to discuss RM900 million balance of MA63 special grant at August 3 meeting
Sabah plans to discuss the remaining RM900 million balance of a RM1.5 billion MA63 special grant at an August 3 meeting with federal officials.
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Malaysia suspends validity of passports exceeding 10 years amid airline check-in issues
Malaysia's Immigration Department suspended passports valid over 10 years due to airline check-in problems and capped passport validity at 10 years.
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Malaysian Foreign Minister to Host Cambodia and Laos Deputy PMs for Joint Meetings Next Week
Malaysia’s Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan will receive Cambodia and Laos deputy prime ministers for joint commission meetings next week.
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Malaysia’s headline inflation eases to 1.9% in June 2026 on lower fuel costs
Malaysia’s headline inflation fell to 1.9% in June 2026 from 2.0% in May, driven by lower retail fuel prices and easing core inflation.
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Riyadh Air launches direct flights between Riyadh and Kuala Lumpur with three weekly returns
Riyadh Air began thrice-weekly direct flights between Riyadh and Kuala Lumpur on July 30, marking its first Southeast Asia route.