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Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil reported increased public awareness of the Jalur Gemilang's correct specifications, including stripe count and colour arrangement, ahead of National Day and Malaysia Day celebrations.
A Singapore-based studio has released an AI-assisted four-minute film showing the National Day Parade under attack by a zombie-like pathogen outbreak, deliberately courting controversy while defending the project as proof of national confidence.
A Multimedia University professor and Dewan Bahasa dan Pustaka board member argues that strengthening Malay as the national language demands coordinated action from government, educational institutions, and the private sector.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has called for a fundamental reconstruction of how Malaysia's history is understood and taught, arguing the nation must frame its past through its own lens rather than external perspectives.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has called for Malaysia's historical sites to function primarily as educational spaces rather than tourist attractions, emphasizing their role in teaching younger generations about national unity and independence struggles.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has urged Malaysians to abandon the colonial-era belief that Western systems, languages, and development models are inherently superior, calling instead for nation-building rooted in authentic Malaysian values and identity.
Spain captured World Cup glory with a 1-0 victory over Argentina, dominating through possession-based football and squad depth. The triumph reflects both the team's tactical philosophy and the country's regional diversity united under one cause.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has urged Malaysia's youth to honour the sacrifices made during the nation's independence movement, stressing the importance of understanding historical struggles for contemporary citizens.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has urged Malaysians, particularly younger generations, to deeply appreciate the historical sacrifices that secured the nation's independence and to understand what freedom truly means in the context of that struggle.
Spain's Foreign Minister Jose Manuel Albares has apologised for comments made by ex-PM Mariano Rajoy questioning whether France's football team contained French players, describing the remarks as carrying 'the poison of racism and xenophobia'.