Malayan Daily https://malayandaily.com In-depth reporting on Malaysia and the region. en © 2026 Malayan Daily Tue, 16 Jun 2026 11:14:48 GMT Tue, 16 Jun 2026 10:40:35 GMT 15 https://malayandaily.com/favicon.ico Malayan Daily https://malayandaily.com MADANI Communities Must Ensure Public Gets Accurate Information on Government Policies, Says Fahmi https://malayandaily.com/article/madani-communities-must-ensure-public-gets-accurate-information-on-government https://malayandaily.com/article/madani-communities-must-ensure-public-gets-accurate-information-on-government Tue, 16 Jun 2026 10:40:35 GMT Aisyah Razak Politics madani-communitiesgovernment-communicationsfahmi-fadzilpublic-informationmalaysia-politics Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil urges MADANI Community leaders to disseminate verified information on government achievements and initiatives. Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil has called on MADANI Communities nationwide to take collective responsibility for communicating accurate information about government policies and successes to the public.

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]]> Two women detained in Brunei vice crackdown https://malayandaily.com/article/two-women-detained-in-brunei-vice-crackdown https://malayandaily.com/article/two-women-detained-in-brunei-vice-crackdown Tue, 16 Jun 2026 10:40:08 GMT Rajesh Kumar World bruneipolicevice-crimeslaw-enforcementpublic-safety Royal Brunei Police arrest two local women on suspicion of involvement in immoral activities across Brunei-Muara District. The Royal Brunei Police Force arrested two local women on Sunday in separate operations across Brunei-Muara District on suspicion of involvement in vice-related activities.

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]]> Economic Growth Must Benefit All Malaysians, Says PM Anwar https://malayandaily.com/article/economic-growth-must-benefit-all-malaysians-says-pm-anwar https://malayandaily.com/article/economic-growth-must-benefit-all-malaysians-says-pm-anwar Tue, 16 Jun 2026 10:40:04 GMT Lim Wei Jie Business economic-developmentrural-communitiesprime-ministerwelfareinclusive-growthmalaysia Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim emphasises that Malaysia's development agenda must benefit grassroots communities, not just large-scale projects. Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has stressed that Malaysia's economic advancement should extend to all segments of society, particularly rural communities including farmers and fishermen, during an engagement at Pantai Leka.

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]]> Anwar Urges Johor Voters to Back Leaders of Integrity and Humility https://malayandaily.com/article/anwar-urges-johor-voters-to-back-leaders-of-integrity-and-humility https://malayandaily.com/article/anwar-urges-johor-voters-to-back-leaders-of-integrity-and-humility Tue, 16 Jun 2026 10:39:24 GMT Aisyah Razak Politics johor-electionanwar-ibrahimintegrity-leadershipmalaysia-politicspakatan-harapan PM Anwar Ibrahim reminds Johor voters to elect leaders with integrity ahead of July 11 state election, emphasizing alignment with federal development agenda. Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has urged Johor voters to select leaders of integrity and humility, warning against those who exploit sentiments for political gain without delivering on promises.

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]]> Najib Showed No Remorse and Blamed Others, Says Judge in 1MDB Trial Verdict https://malayandaily.com/article/najib-showed-no-remorse-and-blamed-others-says-judge-in-1mdb-trial-verdict https://malayandaily.com/article/najib-showed-no-remorse-and-blamed-others-says-judge-in-1mdb-trial-verdict Tue, 16 Jun 2026 10:39:06 GMT Aisyah Razak Politics 1mdb-scandalnajib-razakcorruptionmalaysia-politicsmoney-laundering Trial judge criticizes former PM Najib Razak for displaying no remorse and shifting responsibility in the 1MDB scandal verdict. The trial judge presiding over the 1MDB case has declared that former Prime Minister Najib Razak demonstrated no remorse and deflected accountability during proceedings, while abusing his authority to orchestrate one of the world's largest financial corruption and money laundering schemes.

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]]> How Romance Scammers Use Fake Identities and AI to Defraud Victims Globally https://malayandaily.com/article/how-romance-scammers-use-fake-identities-and-ai-to-defraud-victims-globally https://malayandaily.com/article/how-romance-scammers-use-fake-identities-and-ai-to-defraud-victims-globally Tue, 16 Jun 2026 10:05:36 GMT Rajesh Kumar World romance-scamsonline-fraudcybercrimeartificial-intelligenceconsumer-protection Romance scams are among the fastest-growing online frauds, with criminals using AI and fake identities to build trust before stealing millions. Romance scams have become one of the world's fastest-growing online frauds, with criminals using artificial intelligence to create convincing fake identities and extract millions from unsuspecting victims across multiple continents.

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]]> UK Prime Minister Starmer to unveil social media restrictions for under-16s ahead of G7 summit https://malayandaily.com/article/uk-prime-minister-starmer-to-unveil-social-media-restrictions-for-under-16s https://malayandaily.com/article/uk-prime-minister-starmer-to-unveil-social-media-restrictions-for-under-16s Tue, 16 Jun 2026 10:05:26 GMT Rajesh Kumar World uk-politicssocial-mediateenagerskeir-starmerdigital-safety UK PM Keir Starmer to confirm restrictions on under-16s using social media platforms, amid questions over military spending and leadership challenges. Prime Minister Keir Starmer will announce Monday a sweeping package of curbs on social media use by British teenagers under 16, as well as restrictions on chatbots and curfews for older youth, before attending a G7 meeting in France.

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]]> Bukit Kiara Longhouse Resolution Signals Government's Commitment to Citizens https://malayandaily.com/article/bukit-kiara-longhouse-resolution-signals-governments-commitment-to-citizens https://malayandaily.com/article/bukit-kiara-longhouse-resolution-signals-governments-commitment-to-citizens Tue, 16 Jun 2026 10:05:16 GMT Rajesh Kumar World bukit-kiarahousinggovernment-initiativekuala-lumpururban-poor Human Resources Minister Ramanan welcomes PM Anwar's announcement on permanent housing for Bukit Kiara Longhouse residents, ending decades-long issue. The government's resolution of the Bukit Kiara Longhouse housing crisis demonstrates its dedication to addressing long-standing community concerns, says Human Resources Minister Datuk Seri R. Ramanan.

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]]> Civil Servants Must Avoid Inappropriate Language and Sensitive Topics, Says Deputy Minister https://malayandaily.com/article/civil-servants-must-avoid-inappropriate-language-and-sensitive-topics-says https://malayandaily.com/article/civil-servants-must-avoid-inappropriate-language-and-sensitive-topics-says Tue, 16 Jun 2026 10:04:50 GMT Aisyah Razak Politics civil-servantscommunicationsgovernment3r-issuesmalaysia Deputy Communications Minister Teo Nie Ching urges government officials to avoid unsuitable language and 3R issues in public statements. Deputy Communications Minister Teo Nie Ching has advised civil servants to steer clear of inappropriate language and remarks touching on race, religion and royalty in their public communications.

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]]> Three Arrested for Selling and Forging Medical Leave Certificates in Pekan https://malayandaily.com/article/three-arrested-for-selling-and-forging-medical-leave-certificates-in-pekan https://malayandaily.com/article/three-arrested-for-selling-and-forging-medical-leave-certificates-in-pekan Tue, 16 Jun 2026 10:04:14 GMT Rajesh Kumar World crimeforged-documentspekanpolicefraudmedical-certificates Police arrest three suspects in Pekan for allegedly selling and forging medical leave certificates obtained from a government clinic. Authorities in Pekan have arrested three individuals suspected of operating a scheme to sell forged medical leave certificates for between RM50 and RM200 each. Police are searching for the main suspect, believed to be a female civil servant.

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]]> Indonesia expands corruption inquiry into free meals scheme with additional arrests https://malayandaily.com/article/indonesia-expands-corruption-inquiry-into-free-meals-scheme-with-additional https://malayandaily.com/article/indonesia-expands-corruption-inquiry-into-free-meals-scheme-with-additional Tue, 16 Jun 2026 09:27:39 GMT Rajesh Kumar World indonesiacorruptionfree-meals-programmeattorney-generalpublic-health Attorney General's Office arrests two more suspects in multitrillion-rupiah nutritious meal programme corruption case, bringing total to five. Indonesia's Attorney General's Office has arrested two additional suspects in a sprawling corruption inquiry tied to the government's free nutritious meals initiative, expanding a probe that has already targeted three former leaders of the National Nutrition Agency.

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]]> Tyra Banks sues Netflix over 'America's Next Top Model' documentary, claiming defamation https://malayandaily.com/article/tyra-banks-sues-netflix-over-americas-next-top-model-documentary-claiming https://malayandaily.com/article/tyra-banks-sues-netflix-over-americas-next-top-model-documentary-claiming Tue, 16 Jun 2026 09:27:33 GMT Rajesh Kumar World tyra-banksnetflixdefamation-lawsuitreality-tvantmdocumentary Model and ANTM creator alleges Netflix used selective editing and omissions in docuseries to portray her negatively. Tyra Banks has filed a defamation lawsuit against Netflix and the directors of its America's Next Top Model docuseries, claiming the production used selective editing and deliberately omitted footage to create a false narrative.

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]]> Former Judge Nallini Pathmanathan Appointed MMM Chair to Strengthen Media Independence https://malayandaily.com/article/former-judge-nallini-pathmanathan-appointed-mmm-chair-to-strengthen-media https://malayandaily.com/article/former-judge-nallini-pathmanathan-appointed-mmm-chair-to-strengthen-media Tue, 16 Jun 2026 09:27:26 GMT Aisyah Razak Politics media-councilmalaysian-politicsmedia-freedomnallini-pathmanathanjournalism Former Federal Court judge Tan Sri Nallini Pathmanathan appointed chairperson of Malaysian Media Council to strengthen media freedom and integrity. Media practitioners have praised the appointment of former Federal Court judge Tan Sri Nallini Pathmanathan as chairperson of the Malaysian Media Council, citing her judicial background as key to bolstering independence and credibility.

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]]> US Supreme Court Upholds $168 Million Trade Secrets Award Against Tata Consultancy Services https://malayandaily.com/article/us-supreme-court-upholds-168-million-trade-secrets-award-against-tata https://malayandaily.com/article/us-supreme-court-upholds-168-million-trade-secrets-award-against-tata Tue, 16 Jun 2026 09:27:11 GMT Rajesh Kumar World trade-secretsintellectual-propertysupreme-courttata-consultancy-serviceslegal-damages The US Supreme Court has declined to review Tata Consultancy Services' challenge to a $168 million damages award in a trade secrets dispute with DXC Technology. India's Tata Consultancy Services has failed in its Supreme Court challenge to overturn a $168 million damages award to DXC Technology over allegedly stolen life-insurance software trade secrets.

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]]> Florida sues TikTok for violating child safety law https://malayandaily.com/article/florida-sues-tiktok-for-violating-child-safety-law https://malayandaily.com/article/florida-sues-tiktok-for-violating-child-safety-law Tue, 16 Jun 2026 09:27:03 GMT Rajesh Kumar World tiktokchild-safetyflorida-lawsocial-medialegal-action Florida's attorney general filed a lawsuit against TikTok, alleging the platform violates state law banning accounts for children under 14. Florida's attorney general has sued TikTok, claiming the platform breaches state legislation that prohibits social media companies from allowing children under 14 to create accounts. The case seeks compliance measures and damages.

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