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Malaysia plans to raise gig workers' subsidised petrol quota to 250 litres
Malaysia's government will discuss raising gig workers' BUDI95 petrol subsidy quota from 200 to 250 litres on May 19.
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Malaysia denies plans for new top 20% income class, prioritizes nationwide BUDI95 fuel subsidy
Malaysia's cabinet has denied considering any new T20 income classification and remains focused on rolling out the BUDI95 fuel subsidy nationwide.
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Malaysia Civil Defence Force urged to stay vigilant as Southwest Monsoon starts
Malaysia’s Civil Defence Force called to remain prepared amid Southwest Monsoon starting May 14 and lasting through September.
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BN and Pakatan Harapan to contest all 56 seats in Johor state election amid coalition tensions
Barisan Nasional and Pakatan Harapan will each contest all 56 Johor state seats as Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim signals possible snap general election.
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Two colleagues killed in fiery car crash on Jalan Sungai Besi in Kuala Lumpur
A man and woman, aged 29 and 23, died early May 17 in a car fire after crashing on Jalan Sungai Besi, Kuala Lumpur.
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Masidi Manjun appointed deputy chairman of Gabungan Rakyat Sabah after Pandikar's resignation
Datuk Seri Masidi Manjun was named Gabungan Rakyat Sabah deputy chairman at the GRS Supreme Council meeting on May 13, 2026.
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Manhunt on after 14-year-old boy sexually assaulted and confined in Bukit Kemuning apartment
Police launched a manhunt for a suspect who confined and sexually assaulted a 14-year-old boy in Bukit Kemuning on May 13.
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Pas MP Nik Muhammad Zawawi apologises for controversial remarks on Prophet’s companions
Pasir Puteh MP Datuk Dr Nik Muhammad Zawawi Salleh apologised after remarks about Prophet Muhammad’s companions sparked criticism and police investigations.
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Australian court orders Fortescue to pay $150 million to Yindjibarndi for illegal mining
The Federal Court ruled Fortescue Metals Group must pay $150 million AUD to the Yindjibarndi people for unauthorized mining on their Pilbara land.
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Malaysia to launch TVET 2.0 next month focusing on AI, robotics, and animation
Malaysia will introduce a revamped TVET 2.0 curriculum in June to train workers in AI, robotics, animation, and gig economy sectors.
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Malaysia’s online scam losses jump to RM2.77 billion in 2025, investment fraud leads cases
Malaysia reported RM2.77 billion in online scam losses in 2025, with investment scams driving the spike, officials said on May 16.
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Datuk Seri Ahmad Samsuri Mokhtar appointed Malaysia’s new opposition leader
Datuk Seri Ahmad Samsuri Mokhtar was appointed Malaysia’s parliamentary opposition leader on May 16, 2026, replacing Datuk Seri Hamzah Zainuddin.
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Malaysia's unity government pledges full term; PM Anwar stresses education amid cost pressures
Malaysia's unity coalition commits to serving full term as Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim highlights education and fuel aid plans.
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King and Queen of Malaysia honor teachers on Teachers' Day 2026
On May 16, 2026, Malaysia's King and Queen praised teachers for their dedication and role in shaping future generations.
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PM Anwar raises Malaysian Youth Council funding to RM5 million in 2026
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim increased the Malaysian Youth Council's allocation to RM5 million to support youth development in 2026.
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Drugs, phones, and weapons found in Ipoh police lock-up; several officers suspended
Prohibited items were discovered in an Ipoh police lock-up after a surprise inspection, leading to suspension of several officers and a full investigation.
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Sultan Nazrin allows educators to deliver Friday sermons in Perak for Teachers' Day 2026
Sultan Nazrin Muizzuddin Shah decreed educators will lead Friday sermons at 625 mosques statewide on May 15 to mark Teachers' Day.
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Israeli Navy Detains 429 Activists Including 29 Malaysians in Flotilla Intercept
Israeli naval forces intercepted 54-vessel Global Sumud Flotilla 2.0 near Cyprus, detaining 429 activists aiming to reach Gaza.
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College student charged with two counts of murder over Jalan Ampang crash
Danish Raman Kamar Kumaresan, 24, was charged with two counts of murder after a fatal crash killed a married couple on Jalan Ampang on May 2, 2026.
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Myanmar proposes death penalty for forcibly recruiting online scam workers
Myanmar's parliament published a bill on May 14, 2026, proposing death sentences for forcing victims into online scam centres.
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India and UAE sign strategic defense and energy pacts during Modi’s regional tour
India and the UAE signed agreements on defense collaboration and energy cooperation during Prime Minister Modi’s visit on May 15 in Abu Dhabi.
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Malaysian police arrest 187 in Klang Valley online scam bust, seize RM57.68 million
Malaysian police arrested 187 suspects in an international online scam syndicate and seized RM57.68 million in assets in Klang Valley raids.
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UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer faces calls to quit after Labour loses local elections
Prime Minister Keir Starmer faces mounting pressure to resign following Labour’s poor local election results and the resignation of Health Minister Wes Streeting.
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Malaysia restricts public downloads of full EIA reports citing security concerns
Malaysia’s Environment Department barred public downloads of full Environmental Impact Assessment reports today over security and copyright issues.