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Four fatal crashes and police probe of drug-impaired driving hit Malaysia in three days
Multiple fatal road accidents, including a methamphetamine-related crash killing three, prompted police investigations across Malaysia this week.
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Malaysia to finalize workplace mental health policy draft by October 2026
Malaysia's Ministry of Health plans to complete its workplace mental health policy draft by September or October 2026.
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Malaysian police dismantle three drug-laced vape syndicates after student incidents in Sentul
Malaysian police arrested 14 suspects and seized RM45.6 million worth of drugs linked to vape cartridges after Sentul students fell unconscious from synthetic drug-laced vapes.
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Father charged with murdering 18-month-old son in Johor three years after death
G. Thevendhiran was charged in Johor Baru with murdering his 18-month-old son three years after the child's death in 2023.
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Warisan president Shafie Apdal sentenced to five weeks jail for contempt of court
Warisan president and Semporna MP Shafie Apdal was sentenced to five weeks in jail for contempt over remarks on Zara Qairina's inquest.
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French police find remains of five newborns in Orange, open murder investigation
French police discovered remains of five newborn babies in a couple’s home in Orange and launched a murder inquiry on July 27, 2026.
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Most Malaysian schools ready for six-year-olds entering Year One in 2027, reforms to launch
Malaysia’s Ministry of Education completed key infrastructure for six-year-old Year One intake in 2027 and plans a nationwide school reform pilot program.
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Putin Threatens Retaliation Against European Ship Seizures Over Shadow Fleet Sanctions
Russian President Vladimir Putin warned of tit-for-tat actions if Europe seizes Russian vessels linked to the shadow fleet.
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Five Bosnian climbers die in storm on Russia's Mount Elbrus
Five Bosnian climbers died in a violent storm on Mount Elbrus in Russia; two others were rescued and evacuated for medical care.
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Six men killed in Bentong road crash, PM Anwar extends condolences
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim expressed condolences to families of six men killed in a Bentong road crash on July 25.
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Six men charged with kidnapping businessman in Petaling Jaya demanding RM7-8 million ransom
Six men were charged with kidnapping a 44-year-old businessman in Petaling Jaya and demanding RM7-8 million ransom.
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12 Malaysian Policemen Arrested for Alleged RM2 Million Extortion of Foreign National
Twelve Malaysian policemen were arrested for allegedly extorting RM2 million from a foreign national in Kuala Lumpur last month.
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Sabah Immigration denies claims of Filipino detainee deaths amid overcrowding rumors
Sabah Immigration Department rejected social media claims of Filipino detainee deaths due to overcrowding and confirmed detainees are in good condition.
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Australia raises international student visa fees, exempts ASEAN students from full hike
Australia increased international student visa fees to A$2,500 but ASEAN students pay only A$2,050, a smaller rise announced July 3, 2026.
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Two foreign suspects killed in police shootout during Alor Star kidnap rescue
Police killed two foreign suspects in a shootout during a kidnap rescue at a house in Alor Star on August 7, rescuing two foreign victims.
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Man arrested for assaulting Ipoh City Council officer during duty in Jalan Pengkalan Barat
A 42-year-old man was detained for allegedly assaulting and threatening an Ipoh City Council enforcement officer in Ipoh on July 25.
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Former Top Indonesian Anti-Corruption Prosecutor Febrie Adriansyah Arrested on Money Laundering Charges
Febrie Adriansyah was arrested on suspicion of money laundering after police seized cash and gold from his properties.
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Teenage Student Arrested After Newborn Found Dead at Kuala Langat University Hostel
Police arrested a teenage female student following discovery of a newborn's body at a university hostel in Kuala Langat, Selangor.
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New Zealand PM Christopher Luxon survives second National Party confidence vote
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon retained leadership after a National Party confidence vote on August 12, 2026, ahead of the November election.
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Malaysian Police Investigate Kedah Chief Minister Over Race-Linked Remarks
Police launched an investigation against Kedah Chief Minister Sanusi Md Nor after racially sensitive remarks at a July 8 event prompted a police report.
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Malaysia suspends issuance of passports exceeding 10-year validity after travel issues abroad
Malaysia's Immigration Department has suspended issuing passports valid more than 10 years following overseas airline check-in difficulties.
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Twelve arrested over gang robbery of Taiwanese YouTuber in Kuala Lumpur
Malaysian police arrested 12 suspects over a gang robbery targeting a Taiwanese YouTuber in Cheras.
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World Bank estimates Venezuela earthquakes caused US$19.6 billion in physical damage
Two earthquakes struck Venezuela on June 24, causing US$19.6 billion in damage and thousands of casualties, the World Bank said.
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Malaysian extremist groups shift recruitment to online platforms including Roblox targeting youths
Extremist groups in Malaysia have shifted from face-to-face recruitment to online methods like Roblox, with many recent arrests involving teenagers.