Malaysia
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81% of Malaysian Employers Rate Disabled Workers’ Performance Equal to Others
A 2025 survey found 81% of Malaysian employers see persons with disabilities performing on par with others.
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Malaysia's Anti-Drug Agency to Deploy Fentanyl and Synthetic Drug Test Kits Nationwide in June
Malaysia's National Anti-Drug Agency will roll out fentanyl and synthetic drug test kits for nationwide enforcement starting June 2026.
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Penang officially gazettes 50 heritage items under 2011 State Heritage Enactment
Penang gazetted 50 heritage items including 15 sites, 7 intangible elements, and 28 food items for the first time in over 15 years.
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Buriram United retain ASEAN Club Championship with 3-1 aggregate win over Selangor FC
Buriram United defeated Selangor FC 2-1 in the second leg to win the ASEAN Club Championship 3-1 on aggregate on May 27.
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Bolloré Urges Universal Music Group to Reject Ackman’s $64 Billion Takeover Bid
Bolloré urged Universal Music Group management to reject Bill Ackman’s $64 billion takeover offer, citing price and strategic concerns.
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77 Malaysian Immigration Officers Dismissed Since 2022 for Disciplinary and Integrity Offences
Malaysian Immigration Department dismissed 77 officers for offences since 2022, including eight so far this year, during ongoing enforcement operations nationwide.
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Multiple fatal road crashes in Malaysia leave at least 10 dead and several injured
At least 10 people died and multiple others were injured in several road accidents across Malaysia from May 25 to 29, including collisions in Kuala Lumpur, Pekan, Kuala Krai, and Miri.
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Petaling Jaya finalises site for new 500-bed public hospital with vertical design
Selangor and federal agencies finalised the site for a new 500-bed public hospital in Petaling Jaya on May 14.
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Man dies after buffalo gored him during Aidiladha ritual in Johor
A 45-year-old man died after being gored by a buffalo during a sacrificial ritual in Johor Bahru on May 27, 2026.
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North Korea tests new missile launch systems including tactical cruise missiles
North Korea fired multiple projectiles including a ballistic missile off its west coast on May 26 under Kim Jong Un’s supervision.
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Na’imah Abdul Khalid and her sons remain overseas amid government plot probe
Na’imah Abdul Khalid and her two sons are overseas as police investigate allegations of a plot to topple the Malaysian government.
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Malaysia imposes 10% import duty on some gold bars, disrupting bullion trade
Malaysia began charging a 10% import duty on certain gold bar shipments in early May 2026, causing bullion trade disruptions.
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Hydroshoppe and director to face High Court trial over alleged RM7.5m bribery linked to KL Tower deal
Hydroshoppe Sdn Bhd and director Datuk Abdul Hamid Shaikh Abdul Razak will stand trial in the High Court over alleged RM500,000 yearly bribes for 15 years tied to KL Tower concession takeover.
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US, India, Japan, Australia Relaunch Quad with Maritime and Critical Minerals Plans
The US, India, Australia, and Japan revived the Quad with new maritime security and critical minerals cooperation announced in New Delhi May 26-27.
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PKR names Amirudin Shari co-election director, replacing Nurul Izzah Anwar
Parti Keadilan Rakyat appointed Selangor MB Amirudin Shari co-election director, replacing Nurul Izzah Anwar after May 25 political bureau meeting.
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Michelin plans to cut 1,500 jobs in France over three years to lower costs
Michelin announced plans to cut 1,500 jobs in France through voluntary buyouts to reduce high operating costs over three years.
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Two suspected robbers killed in police shootout in Bangi Lama on May 25
Two suspected armed robbers were shot dead by police during a pursuit and shootout in Bandar Seri Putra, Bangi Lama, on May 25, 2026.
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Malaysia and Pakistan reaffirm bilateral ties, discuss Iran-US mediation and regional issues
Malaysia and Pakistan reaffirmed commitment to strong bilateral relations and highlighted Pakistan’s mediation in Iran-US talks.
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LRT train derails near Kuala Lumpur's Chan Sow Lin station, 25 passengers safe
An Ampang/Sri Petaling Line train derailed near Chan Sow Lin station on May 28, with all 25 passengers evacuated without injuries.
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Lingkaran Cekap starts road charges for vehicles entering Genting Highlands on May 28, 2026
Lingkaran Cekap Sdn Bhd will begin collecting road charges at Genting Highlands entry points from May 28, 2026, with phased discounts for permanent residents starting June 28.
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Japan warned of possible naphtha supply shortage by end of June amid energy supply assurances
Former Marubeni president Fumiya Kokubu warned Japan may face a naphtha product shortage as early as end of June due to lost Middle East supplies.
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Indonesia Blocks Polymarket Citing Illegal Online Gambling Over Prabowo Bet
Indonesia blocked Polymarket on May 25, 2026, after it offered wagers on President Prabowo Subianto’s early term end date.
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Malaysia reports 7,057 job losses in April with government pledging swift response
Malaysia saw 7,057 job losses in April 2026, a 21% rise from March, with the government promising measures within two weeks to aid workers.
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Fisherman attacked by crocodile near Port Dickson suffers serious injuries
A 62-year-old fisherman was seriously injured in a crocodile attack near Port Dickson on May 25, 2026.