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PKR Youth's Huraimi Husri argues that Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim rescued Umno from political instability following the 2023 general election, yet faces ingratitude from the ruling Malay-Muslim party.
Mohd Nor Mohd Yusof is the Pakatan Harapan (PKR) candidate for the Gambir state seat in the 16th Johor State Election. Here is a profile of the candidate and the contest ahead of polling day on July 11, 2026.
Nor Zulaila Abd Ghani is the Pakatan Harapan (DAP) candidate for the Tiram state seat in the 16th Johor State Election. Here is a profile of the candidate and the contest ahead of polling day on July 11, 2026.
Mohd Saludin Soleh is the Pakatan Harapan (Amanah) candidate for the Penawar state seat in the 16th Johor State Election. Here is a profile of the candidate and the contest ahead of polling day on July 11, 2026.
Malaysia Madani is the guiding framework of Anwar Ibrahim's government. Here is what the concept means and the six core values that define it.
Live coverage of the Puteri Wangsa seat in the 2026 Johor state election: the Pakatan Harapan candidate, the contest, and the official result after polling on July 11, 2026.
Live coverage of the Bukit Pasir seat in the 2026 Johor state election: the Pakatan Harapan candidate, the contest, and the official result after polling on July 11, 2026.
India's Tata Steel has divested its stake in top-flight soccer club Jamshedpur FC, transferring ownership to Goa-based Churchill Brothers for a token amount of $1.05, marking an abrupt end to the conglomerate's participation in the Indian Super League.
The Sultan of Selangor has urged Muslims to practice compassion towards animals, citing Islamic principles of stewardship and responsibility towards all creatures, while acknowledging legitimate safety concerns.
Indonesia's president pledges to close more than 750 state-owned enterprises by December, citing massive inefficiency and fabricated profits. The restructuring could save over 70 trillion rupiah in annual costs.
Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof is recovering well after undergoing successful coronary artery bypass grafting at the National Heart Institute on August 12.
Malaysia's Queen, Raja Zarith Sofiah, received senior officials from Istana Negara on her birthday. The gathering at Istana Bukit Serene included the Comptroller of the Royal Household and the Grand Chamberlain, who presented gifts on behalf of palace staff.
Wanita PKR chief Fadhlina Sidek has urged political parties to compete on the basis of policy ideas and practical solutions rather than exploiting religious matters, emphasising that leaders must reconnect with grassroots communities.
Malaysia's rail operator Keretapi Tanah Melayu is deploying 124 additional train services with nearly 39,000 seats to manage passenger surges during the National Day period and school holidays from late August through early September.
China is expanding scientific collaboration with Iran into rare earth exploration and processing, marking a strategic move amid US efforts to secure critical minerals independent of Beijing's dominance.
Malaysia's Federal Territories Islamic Religious Council has approved assistance for a widow raising five children after her husband's recent death, covering living expenses, rent and schooling as part of broader community support initiatives.
The Trump administration has released a report identifying Singapore and 39 other nations as part of China's shadow transshipment network designed to circumvent US tariffs. The scheme could have cost America up to US$303 billion in customs revenue.
