The day's essential Malaysian news, briefed.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has launched SParK 2026, PUNB's flagship transformation platform aimed at accelerating bumiputera entrepreneurship. The agency is targeting RM2.25 billion in financing approvals through 2030.
Saiful Nizam Samat is the Pakatan Harapan (PKR) candidate for the Endau 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.
Mohamad Shafwan Ani is the Pakatan Harapan (DAP) candidate for the Bukit Permai 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.
After a strong run in 2025, where is the Malaysian ringgit heading in 2026? Here is a plain-language look at recent movements and analyst forecasts.
Live coverage of the Bentayan 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 Mahkota seat in the 2026 Johor state election: the Pakatan Harapan candidate, the contest, and the official result after polling on July 11, 2026.
German authorities conducted nationwide raids on Wednesday, including at DFB headquarters, investigating suspected ticket and hospitality violations at Euro 2024. The probe targets alleged illegal distribution of match tickets and hotel packages to preferred guests.
Hong Kong police have seized 361kg of cocaine across two yacht raids in Aberdeen Typhoon Shelter, marking the territory's largest cocaine trafficking case in a year. The haul is valued at HK$270 million.
Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad has reassured Parliament that a RM500 million expenditure restriction imposed on the Ministry of Health represents a technical budgetary adjustment and will not compromise healthcare delivery or hospital operations.
The Kangar Municipal Council has confiscated 400 vape liquid units and 70 devices valued at RM15,000 from an unlicensed operator, intensifying enforcement of Perlis's upcoming vape sales prohibition.
An international medical rights organisation has raised urgent alarm over the deteriorating condition of a Gaza hospital director held in Israeli custody, reporting severe injuries and threats to his life.
Democratic Action Party lawmaker Tony Pua has warned that a potential PAS-Barisan Nasional alliance would dismantle achievements made under Pakatan Harapan's governance, framing the coming election as a choice between three leadership visions.
India has ordered Meta to immediately remove sexual content involving children from Instagram and Facebook, while also tackling privacy concerns over WhatsApp's new username feature. The action reflects growing global regulatory pressure on social media platforms.
Police in Tawau have arrested 10 teenage boys following an investigation into the alleged assault of four schoolchildren. The incident, which circulated widely on social media, has drawn significant public attention and raised fresh concerns about youth violence in the region.
Malaysian police have arrested 34 individuals in a pre-dawn raid targeting an unlicensed betting operation disguised as an entertainment outlet in Sentul, Kuala Lumpur.
The government is prioritising the financial stability of Tabung Haji over short-term political advantage in releasing the Royal Commission of Inquiry report, according to Deputy Minister Aiman Athirah Sabu.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has cautioned Felda's leadership to learn from historical missteps and strengthen governance practices, as the agency grapples with a RM980 million debt burden threatening its long-term viability.
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