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Datuk Dr. Mohd. Puad Zarkashi resigned from UMNO today, alleging that Menteri Besar Onn Hafiz Ghazi personally told him the Johor Royal Palace ordered the June 1 state assembly dissolution — raising serious constitutional questions just two days before nomination day.
New Wallabies coach Les Kiss says he will pursue overseas-based players if needed to strengthen Australia's World Cup campaign, marking a departure from predecessor Joe Schmidt's cautious approach.
Alam Aliran Kualiti has earned a Malaysian Book of Records title for operating Southeast Asia's largest belt press dewatering facility in Penang, treating 10 million litres of water daily while advancing circular economy goals.
Kedah police have dismantled a sophisticated online romance scam network that preyed on Japanese nationals, arresting seven foreign operatives running the illicit call centre operation.
The president of Pertubuhan Rungus Bersatu Sabah has pleaded not guilty to Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission charges related to a RM2 million community cultural hall project. The case highlights scrutiny of indigenous development initiatives in East Malaysia.
Negeri Sembilan voters entering the state election are prioritizing accessibility and concrete results over traditional political divides, with cost of living and equitable development emerging as dominant concerns.
Malaysia's meteorological authority has cautioned residents across Kuala Lumpur, Putrajaya and eight states to prepare for severe thunderstorms, torrential downpours and gusty winds expected to persist until mid-afternoon today.
Four major ride-hailing platforms in Singapore will continue charging drivers additional fees through September 30 to offset rising operating expenses. The surcharges, ranging from $0.50 to $1.20 per trip, directly support driver incomes.
Major expressway sections in the Klang Valley will shut down overnight on August 1-2 for a highway running challenge. Motorists are urged to plan alternative routes and arrive early.
A two-year-old girl died after being hit by a fertiliser transport lorry driven by her 61-year-old grandfather in Gurun, Kedah. Police are investigating how the child came to be in the vehicle's path unnoticed.
A fallen wooden structure from a construction site damaged overhead power lines near Batang Benar, forcing KTM Komuter and ETS to suspend services between Bangi and Seremban. KTMB has deployed shuttle buses and blamed contractor safety violations.
Guardian Malaysia has unveiled a nationwide awareness initiative targeting perimenopause, a life stage affecting an estimated 3.59 million Malaysian women aged 35–49. The campaign addresses widespread misdiagnosis of symptoms and lack of support.
Higher Education Minister Datuk Seri Dr Zambry Abd Kadir has underscored the government's dedication to preserving academic freedom and promoting open scholarly debate within Malaysian institutions of higher learning.
Sabah has successfully resolved container congestion at Sepanggar Port through revised charging mechanisms, removing 103 long-idle containers and freeing space for operational cargo.
An estimated 1.4 million people in Gaza are projected to experience severe acute food insecurity through December 2026, with the crisis deepening despite recent humanitarian gains, according to new UN food security analysis.
Cultural figure Raja Ahmad Aminullah has published a new book featuring personal letters exchanged with Malaysia's prominent figures. The collection aims to document social and cultural observations rather than political commentary, offering readers insight into the people who shaped the nation.
Egypt and Russia are expanding their strategic partnership through multiple economic ventures, including progress on the El Dabaa Nuclear Power Plant and plans for a grain-petroleum logistics corridor through Egypt.
Five Thai rangers died and six civilians were wounded in a coordinated attack on a security post in Narathiwat on Wednesday evening, prompting heightened security measures along the Malaysia-Thailand border.
Prime Minister's wife Datuk Seri Dr Wan Azizah Wan Ismail underscores that national prosperity depends on developing morally grounded, well-educated citizens rather than economic metrics alone, highlighting teachers' pivotal responsibility.