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Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has urged PKR to function as a mass movement rooted in integrity and social justice rather than merely pursuing electoral success, ahead of the party's National Congress in Melaka.
Mohd Khuzzan Abu Bakar is the Pakatan Harapan (PKR) candidate for the Semerah 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.
Alan Tee Boon Tsong is the Pakatan Harapan (DAP) candidate for the Perling 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.
Dzulkefly Ahmad is the Pakatan Harapan (Amanah) candidate for the Kota Iskandar 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.
Malaysia's targeted RON95 fuel subsidy keeps petrol at RM1.99 a litre for eligible citizens. Here is how BUDI95 works, who qualifies, and the monthly quota.
Live coverage of the Pulai Sebatang 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 Maharani seat in the 2026 Johor state election: the Pakatan Harapan candidate, the contest, and the official result after polling on July 11, 2026.
A husband and wife in Johor have pleaded guilty to causing the death of a three-month-old baby who was under their care, marking a significant development in a case that highlights risks within informal childcare arrangements.
Malaysia's Ministry of Education vocational colleges have received over 67,000 applications against 19,567 available places, reflecting strong demand for technical and vocational education as graduates achieve nearly perfect employment outcomes.
Negeri Sembilan's Menteri Besar Datuk Ismail Lasim has unveiled a three-pillar governance framework centred on institutional stability, inclusive progress, and shared prosperity to guide the state's development agenda.
An Air India Airbus A320 experienced a complete loss of hydraulic pressure in August, rendering flight controls unresponsive for four seconds and injuring 24 people. The aircraft dropped 90 metres before systems recovered and the flight landed safely.
Jiang Xiaorou, a 24-year-old Chinese paranormal influencer with 1.5 million followers, died from injuries sustained in a car crash in July. Her death has renewed attention to controversial videos she posted challenging religious beliefs and karma.
A new public mural unveiled in Kota Kinabalu commemorates decades of friendship and partnership between Sabah and Australia, reflecting shared wartime history and cultural ties that continue to define the bilateral relationship.
PKR's youth wing prioritized generational concerns at its 2026 National Congress, tabling motions on employment pathways and digital engagement to strengthen ties with Generation Z voters across Malaysia.
Enzo Maresca has taken the Manchester City helm after Pep Guardiola's ten-year reign, which delivered six Premier League titles and a Champions League crown. The Italian manager must balance continuity with establishing his own identity while managing elite talent including Erling Haaland and Rodri.
China's Ministry of Emergency Management has sent rescue teams to Henan province following a levee breach caused by Typhoon Dolphin. The disaster has prompted a Level-IV national emergency response.
Pasir Gudang Hospital in Johor is operating at 48 per cent staffing capacity with 1,075 personnel, targeting full operational capability by December as the Health Ministry implements a staged recruitment strategy.
