Kempas Result — Johor Election 2026 (PRN Johor Ke-16)
Live coverage of the Kempas seat in the 2026 Johor state election: the Pakatan Harapan candidate, the contest, and the official result after polling on July 11, 2026.
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Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim posted a four-line Malay pantun highlighting unity and solidarity, drawing over 11,500 likes. The message comes as his coalition contests Negeri Sembilan against federal coalition partner Barisan Nasional.
Live coverage of the Kempas 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 Serom seat in the 2026 Johor state election: the Pakatan Harapan candidate, the contest, and the official result after polling on July 11, 2026.
The Malaysian Cabinet will examine whether to publicly disclose the Royal Commission of Inquiry's final report on Tabung Haji, as the government moves to address persistent allegations regarding the pilgrim fund's asset disposal.
Sabah is cracking down on illegal "Ali Baba" arrangements where foreign operators control tourism businesses through local nominees, threatening the state's economy and reputation. The practice affects hundreds of operators across Semporna and other major destinations.
Exiled Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina has pledged to return home and face court proceedings despite a death sentence imposed in absentia, rejecting convictions tied to a deadly 2024 crackdown on student protests as politically motivated.
Thailand has enacted expedited legal procedures to combat exploding numbers of illegal websites and online content. The fast-track system aims to remove harmful URLs within hours rather than days, addressing fraud and gambling sites.
The European Union imposed a record €550 million penalty on AliExpress for failing to prevent sales of counterfeit, unsafe and illegal items. The fine marks the third enforcement action under the bloc's Digital Services Act targeting major online platforms.
Kelantan's education director has clarified that excessive jokes among students resulting in physical harm should be classified as bullying. The stance comes amid growing concerns over student safety encompassing physical, emotional, and digital dimensions.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has extended Malaysia's congratulations to Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah on his 80th birthday, emphasizing the importance of strengthened bilateral cooperation between the two neighbouring nations.
Malaysia's parliament has approved transferring RM14.5 billion in remaining proceeds from government bonds issued early this year into the Development Fund, part of a broader RM95 billion borrowing programme.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim is rallying voters in Negeri Sembilan to give Pakatan Harapan another mandate, emphasizing joint federal-state cooperation on development projects and the need for continuity under Menteri Besar Aminuddin Harun.
Police in Bali have arrested a 26-year-old Singaporean man accused of killing his Indonesian girlfriend at a boarding house in Denpasar. The victim's body was discovered by her brother on July 15.
Md Ysahrudin Kusni is the Pakatan Harapan (PKR) candidate for the Bukit Naning 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.
Lee Wern Yiing is the Pakatan Harapan (DAP) candidate for the Johor Jaya 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.
Sharon Teo Siew Hui is the Pakatan Harapan (Amanah) candidate for the Permas 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.
Many Malaysians are unsure of the difference between a state assemblyman and a Member of Parliament. With the Johor state election approaching, here is a clear explainer.