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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.
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.
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.
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.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has urged Malaysia's younger generation to deeply appreciate the nation's independence struggle and the sacrifices made by past freedom fighters, speaking at the launch of the 2026 National Month campaign.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has revived the Jalur Gemilang raising ceremony after a two-year hiatus, officially launching the 2026 National Month and Fly the Jalur Gemilang campaign at an event in Ipoh.
Negeri Sembilan's 16th state election officially commenced today with the nomination process at eight centres. Nearly 890,000 voters will decide between Pakatan Harapan, Barisan Nasional, and Perikatan Nasional in a closely watched contest.
A US federal judge refused to block Meta from laying off 26 employees who claim the company's artificial intelligence systems discriminated against them for disability status and medical absences.
Barisan Nasional's top hierarchy mobilised across Negeri Sembilan on July 18, personally escorting coalition candidates through the nomination process for the state assembly election, demonstrating organisational strength weeks before the August 1 poll.
The Pilah state seat in Negeri Sembilan's upcoming election will pit two female candidates directly against each other, with incumbent Noorzunita Begum of Pakatan Harapan challenging Barisan Nasional's S. Leza Md Yasin.
Barisan Nasional has distributed seven legislative seats to MCA and four to MIC for the upcoming Negeri Sembilan state election, with candidate selection emphasizing electoral viability in each constituency.