Malaysia · Politics
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Court of Appeal reduces ex-student’s death sentence to 40 years for murder of pregnant girlfriend
Malaysia’s Court of Appeal commuted Muhammad Fakrul Aiman Sajali’s death sentence to 40 years and 12 cane strokes for murdering and burning his pregnant girlfriend.
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Penang Opposition Leader Muhammad Fauzi Yusoff Hospitalised After Blood Pressure Spike
Penang Opposition leader Muhammad Fauzi Yusoff was taken to hospital on May 14 after a high blood pressure episode during a state assembly sitting.
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Iran expands tiered internet access amid historic nationwide blackout
Iran has prolonged its near-total internet blackout, introducing a paid tiered access model amid ongoing war since February 28, 2026.
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Israeli airstrikes kill multiple Palestinians including families in Gaza amid ceasefire tensions
Israeli airstrikes killed at least nine Palestinians in Gaza on June 4, continuing strikes that have killed over 900 since a 2023 ceasefire began.
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Eight men arrested in Kuala Lumpur hotel drug raid after guest found dead
Police arrested eight men after a 31-year-old Malaysian man was found dead in a Kuala Lumpur hotel room on May 24.
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Malaysian police warn public against uploading crime videos on social media
Bukit Aman Crime Prevention director Noor Hisam Nordin urged Malaysians to be cautious when sharing crime videos online due to investigation and safety risks.
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Bomb threat at Kuala Lumpur building declared a hoax after police search
Police dismissed a bomb threat at a prominent Kuala Lumpur building as false after a thorough overnight search found no explosives.
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Police Corporal Dies After Collapsing During Marching Drill in Sepang
Police corporal Khairil Idzhar Rodzi died after collapsing during a disciplinary marching drill at Sepang police headquarters on May 14.
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Immigration Department detains 74 foreigners in Selangor enforcement operation
The Immigration Department detained 74 foreign nationals in a Puchong operation on 12 May 2026 targeting immigration violations.
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Pope Leo condemns pollution and corporate greed during Acerra visit
Pope Leo visited Acerra, Italy, on May 23, 2026, condemning companies profiting from pollution and urging rejection of harmful enrichment practices.
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Immigration raids Seri Kembangan factory, detains 16 undocumented foreign workers
Immigration Department raided a Seri Kembangan factory on May 12, detaining 16 foreign nationals for immigration offences linked to illegal hiring.
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PAS to reassess cooperation with Bersatu amid Perikatan Nasional tensions
PAS announced it will re-evaluate its cooperation with Bersatu following alleged breaches of coalition unity and leader dismissals.
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Malaysian police dismantle multi-million ringgit drug, wildlife and smuggling syndicates
Police seized over RM36 million worth of drugs, wildlife parts, and smuggled goods in multiple raids across Malaysia in May 2026.
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Male teacher remanded for six days over alleged sexual abuse of 12-year-old in Johor
A 28-year-old male teacher was remanded six days over alleged sexual abuse of a 12-year-old schoolgirl in Seri Alam, Johor.
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Nine charged over Bukit Bintang flare stunt involving reckless driving and public nuisance
Nine people are charged today in connection with a viral Bukit Bintang flare stunt while six others will serve as witnesses.
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Over 1.5 Million Pilgrims Begin 2026 Hajj in Mecca Amid Middle East Tensions and Heat
More than 1.5 million foreign pilgrims arrived in Saudi Arabia to perform the 2026 Hajj pilgrimage despite regional conflict and extreme temperatures.
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Malaysia to Ban Social Media Use for Under-16s Starting June 1 Under New Online Safety Codes
Malaysia’s MCMC will enforce new codes banning social media registration for under-16s and imposing content risk mitigation from June 1, 2026.
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Malaysia Communications Ministry launches Quick Response Team to improve government communication
Malaysia's Communications Ministry created a Quick Response Team to coordinate fast, clear communication on viral issues across government agencies.
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King Sultan Ibrahim confers Johor state honours and inspects Mersing waters
King Sultan Ibrahim awarded Johor state titles and inspected marine waters near Mersing on May 20.
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Female Teacher in Seremban Charged with Sexual Assault of 14-Year-Old Student
Nurul Asyikin Sutan Shahril, 42, was charged with five counts of sexual assault against a 14-year-old boy in Seremban.
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Myanmar military recaptures Thai border town Mawtaung after two-week offensive
Myanmar military reclaimed Mawtaung on May 19 following a two-week counter-offensive after losing it in November 2023.
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Norway halts delivery of Naval Strike Missiles to Malaysia citing export restrictions
Norway stopped Naval Strike Missile exports to Malaysia over US component export limits, prompting Malaysian compensation claims.
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Health of Thai Princess Bajrakitiyabha worsens after multiple infections in 2026
Princess Bajrakitiyabha has suffered a severe decline in health due to uncontrolled infections after over three years in coma, the Royal Palace said May 21.
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No by-elections for vacant Pandan and Setiawangsa parliamentary seats after MPs resign
Malaysia’s Election Commission confirmed no by-elections will be held after Pandan and Setiawangsa MPs resigned and vacated their seats on May 18.