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Teachers in Kelantan face rising mental health challenges from workload and social media pressures
Teachers in Kelantan are experiencing increased psychological stress due to heavy duties and social media issues, with local welfare officials providing support.
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Film 'Konspirasi' withdrawn from Malaysian cinemas by producer's internal decision
Elepfilm Entertainment halted screenings of 'Konspirasi' in Malaysia starting May 28, denying external pressure amid speculation.
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Retired cardiac anaesthesiologist Saedah Ali raises sheep and goats on inherited land
Dr Saedah Ali, 59, retired in 2022 and now runs a livestock farm with 250 sheep and 90 goats in Malaysia.
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Mass wedding held for 50 couples in Gaza amid war and soaring bridal dress costs
Around 50 couples married in a Gaza City mass wedding organized by Turkish NGO IHH on May 16, amid war hardships and rising wedding dress prices.
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South Korean director Bong Joon-ho creates first animated film Ally
Bong Joon-ho, acclaimed South Korean director, has been working nearly seven years on Ally, his first animated film about a deep-sea creature.
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Five Siblings from Rural Sarawak Carry on Parents’ Teaching Legacy
Five siblings from rural Sarawak continue their parents’ 30-year teaching tradition across Malaysia’s schools.
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Sharonjit Kaur Walia, eldest daughter of broadcaster Karam Singh Walia, dies at 44
Sharonjit Kaur Walia, senior lecturer and daughter of late broadcaster Karam Singh Walia, died in her sleep at age 44 in Seremban on May 13, 2026.
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Italy bans Kanye West and Travis Scott concerts in Reggio Emilia over security concerns
Italy has cancelled Kanye West and Travis Scott concerts scheduled for July in Reggio Emilia citing public order and safety risks.
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Sabah marks 2026 Kaamatan Festival focused on unity, heritage and tourism
Sabah hosted the 2026 Kaamatan Festival emphasizing cultural unity, heritage preservation, and tourism promotion at Hongkod Koisaan.
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Screenings of Malaysian film 'Konspirasi' halted nationwide at producers' request
Producers of Malaysian film Konspirasi halted its screenings across 120 cinemas on May 28, 2026.
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Toddler critically injured after falling from fifth floor in Johor Bahru PPR flat
A toddler fell from the fifth floor of a Johor Bahru PPR flat on May 14 and is in critical condition with serious injuries.
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Newborn babies accidentally swapped at Kuala Lumpur hospital in April
A Kuala Lumpur couple discovered their newborn baby girl was swapped with a boy at a hospital in early April.
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Two Brothers Drown in Terengganu River; Missing 11-Year-Old Found Dead in Selangor
Two brothers drowned swimming in Sungai Beril near Paka on May 24; separate boy found dead in Selangor river on May 24.
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Sabah launches 25-year Forest Master Plan to protect and manage forests sustainably
Sabah announced a 25-year Forest Master Plan to balance socio-economic development with forest conservation, maintaining over 60% forest cover.
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Penang to use body cameras and community service to tackle littering from July 1, 2026
Penang will deploy officers with body cameras and enforce community service orders for littering starting July 1, 2026.
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Malaysia to observe Hari Raya Aidiladha on May 27, 2026
Malaysia’s Muslim community will celebrate Hari Raya Aidiladha on Wednesday, May 27, 2026, following official moon sighting and declaration.
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Tornado-like storm damages 33 houses, injures one in Labuan residential area
A tornado-like storm hit the MPL Housing area near Tanjung Aru in Labuan on May 12, damaging 33 houses and injuring one man.
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Nearly 60% of Malaysian Workers Overweight or Obese, Health Risks High
Health screenings from 2023-2025 found 59.2% of Malaysian workers overweight or obese, with rising risks of diabetes and other conditions.
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Fire in Parit Buntar kills disabled woman, injures elderly mother
A fire in a Parit Buntar house on May 13 killed a 48-year-old disabled woman and injured her 71-year-old mother.
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Malaysia offers free entry to 19 museums on May 18 for International Museum Day 2026
Malaysia will open 19 Department of Museums Malaysia sites free to Malaysians on May 18 for International Museum Day 2026.
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Tunku Azizah Hospital resolves accidental baby swap, investigation ongoing
Tunku Azizah Hospital in Kuala Lumpur resolved an accidental baby swap after discovering the error on April 9 and returned babies to their mothers safely.
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Five Italians die in Maldives cave diving accident at 50 metres depth
Five Italian divers died exploring underwater caves in Vaavu Atoll, Maldives, with one body recovered May 14 and four trapped inside the cave.
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Malaysia plans to restructure 36 polytechnics to offer bachelor's and master's degrees
The Malaysian government is drafting a plan to expand 36 polytechnics to offer degree programs and focus on high-tech industry needs.
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King Sultan Ibrahim meets actress Fan Bingbing and Mother Bhumi team at Istana Pasir Pelangi
King Sultan Ibrahim granted an audience to actress Fan Bingbing and the Mother Bhumi film team at Istana Pasir Pelangi on May 12, 2026.