Signal Is Clear: PH Ready for Johor PRN16 as Anwar Unveils Candidates
Pakatan Harapan's candidate announcement for PRN Johor Ke-16 sends an unmistakable signal of unity and readiness under PM Anwar Ibrahim's leadership tonight at Bukit Gambir.
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BREAKING: Johor Assemblyman Quits UMNO, Drops Bombshell — Claims Royal Palace Ordered State Election
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.
Malaysia Breaks Into IMO Top 20 for First Time, Finishes 19th in Shanghai
Malaysia has achieved a landmark finish at the 67th International Mathematical Olympiad in Shanghai, placing 19th among 117 competing nations—the country's best performance to date.
US Secret Service Confronts 'Heightened Threat Environment' Protecting Trump and Other Leaders
The US Secret Service is operating under significantly elevated threat conditions, according to Director Sean Curran. The acknowledgment comes as President Trump faces multiple assassination plots and attempted attacks over the past two years.
Sabah Sets Ambitious Target to Slash Water Losses by 2030
Sabah is targeting a significant reduction in non-revenue water losses, from the current 59.6 per cent to 45 per cent by 2030, implementing comprehensive infrastructure upgrades and leak control measures across the state.
Government Orders Swift Intervention at University Malaya Medical Centre Amid Service Complaints
Malaysia's Chief Secretary has ordered urgent action to resolve mounting complaints at PPUM, including extended waiting periods and clinical service delivery problems affecting public healthcare.
Kedah Police Dismantle Romance Fraud Ring Targeting Japanese Nationals; Seven Foreign Suspects Arrested
Kedah authorities have shut down a love scam operation preying on Japanese victims, leading to the arrest of seven foreign nationals. The syndicate operated a sophisticated call centre scheme defrauding victims of substantial sums.
Les Kiss Opens Door to Overseas Talent as Wallabies Seek World Cup Edge
Australia's newly appointed rugby coach Les Kiss has signalled a more flexible approach to selecting overseas-based players, willing to breach traditional Rugby Australia policy if it strengthens the Wallabies' World Cup prospects.
AAK Achieves Malaysian Record for Largest Belt Press Dewatering Plant in Penang
Alam Aliran Kualiti has received Malaysian Book of Records recognition for operating the nation's largest belt press dewatering plant in Penang, processing 10 million litres of water treatment residuals daily and converting sludge into construction materials.
Sabah NGO Chief Denies Misappropriation Charges in RM2 Million Cultural Heritage Project
The president of a Sabah-based indigenous rights organisation has entered a not guilty plea to corruption charges involving a RM2 million cultural heritage facility. The case highlights governance concerns in community development projects.
Severe Weather Alert: Thunderstorms and Heavy Rain Expected Across KL, Putrajaya and Eight States
The Malaysian Meteorological Department has issued a weather warning for thunderstorms, heavy rain and strong winds across Kuala Lumpur, Putrajaya and eight states, with conditions expected to persist until mid-afternoon.
Singapore's Ride-Hailing Platforms Extend Driver Surcharges Until End of September
Singapore's major ride-hailing and taxi platforms will continue charging passengers additional driver fees until September 30 to help drivers manage escalating fuel and operating expenses, the National Private Hire Vehicles Association confirmed.
BESRAYA and NPE to Close Sections for IJM Allianz Highway Challenge 2026
Two major expressways serving the Klang Valley will undergo temporary closures overnight on August 1-2 to host the IJM Allianz Duo Highway Challenge 2026, with traffic management measures in place.
Two-Year-Old Girl Killed After Being Struck by Grandfather's Lorry in Kedah
A toddler was fatally struck by a fertiliser lorry driven by her grandfather in Kedah on Wednesday morning. Police are investigating the circumstances of the tragedy, including how the child came to be unnoticed during the reversal.
Sabah Tackles Port Congestion With Stricter Container Fees
Sabah has successfully cleared over 100 idle containers from Sepanggar Port by implementing tougher storage charges, tackling a longstanding congestion problem that previously saw containers abandoned for up to 407 days.
Construction Mishap Halts KTM Komuter and ETS Services at Batang Benar
Rail services across the Klang Valley and southern corridors ground to a halt after a construction structure collapsed onto KTM tracks, damaging critical overhead power infrastructure and affecting thousands of commuters.
Guardian Malaysia Launches Major Campaign to Combat Perimenopause Awareness Gap
Guardian Malaysia has rolled out a nationwide campaign to raise awareness of perimenopause among the estimated 3.59 million Malaysian women expected to experience this life stage over the next decade, addressing a significant public health gap.
Malaysia Commits to Protecting Academic Freedom and Intellectual Debate, Says Higher Education Minister
Malaysia's Higher Education Minister has pledged continued government support for academic freedom and open intellectual debate in universities, emphasizing the importance of respectful dialogue in the nation's multicultural society.
Egypt and Russia Deepen Strategic Ties Through Nuclear, Trade and Tourism Initiatives
Egypt and Russia are intensifying their strategic partnership through multiple joint ventures, including a logistics corridor for grain and petroleum, completion of nuclear power plant construction, and planned seasonal flights to boost tourism between the nations.