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Three workers killed and one injured during lifeboat maintenance at Petronas Sepat platform
Three contractors died and one was critically injured when a lifeboat fell into the sea at Petronas Sepat platform on May 24, 2026.
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Malaysia allocates over RM5 billion in micro-financing to support 400,000 micro-entrepreneurs in 2026
The Malaysian government has set aside more than RM5 billion in micro-financing for 2026 to aid over 400,000 micro-entrepreneurs nationwide.
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ILO and IOM deny endorsing Bestinet's migrant worker platform in Malaysia
The ILO and IOM said they do not endorse or are involved with Bestinet's Foreign Workers Centralised Management System used in Malaysia since 2018.
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Toddler critically injured after falling from fifth floor in Johor Bahru PPR flat
A toddler fell from the fifth floor of a Johor Bahru PPR flat on May 14 and is in critical condition with serious injuries.
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Newborn babies accidentally swapped at Kuala Lumpur hospital in April
A Kuala Lumpur couple discovered their newborn baby girl was swapped with a boy at a hospital in early April.
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Medicine prices in Malaysia stable in 2026 with minor increases of 1-2%
Malaysia's medicine prices have stayed largely stable in 2026, rising only 1-2% as manufacturers absorbed increased costs and the government enhanced supply oversight.
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No Sign of Malaysia's 16th General Election This Year, Says Fahmi Fadzil
Pakatan Harapan leader Fahmi Fadzil says Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has not indicated a 2026 general election will be held in Malaysia.
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Perodua projects Malaysia automotive volume to reach one million by 2030
Perodua forecasts Malaysia's automotive industry will hit one million vehicles by 2030, with 20% electric models and aims for 45% market share.
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Myanmar's military junta pulls in US$5.6 billion in forced remittances in 2025
Myanmar’s military regime generated US$5.6 billion in migrant remittances in 2025 after imposing mandatory rules on overseas workers.
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Initial probe found no case against Lim Guan Eng in Penang tunnel corruption investigation
Early 2020 investigations found insufficient evidence to charge Lim Guan Eng over the RM6.3 billion Penang undersea tunnel project.
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Malaysian singer Namewee acquitted of drug possession charges by Magistrate's Court
Malaysian singer Wee Meng Chee, aka Namewee, was acquitted of drug-related charges after the Attorney General’s Chambers dropped the case.
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Three men denied bail over violent assault at Kepong restaurant
Three men charged with a violent assault at a Kepong restaurant on May 7 were denied bail by the Sessions Court.
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Man Charged with Murder of 85-Year-Old During Manjung Robbery
M. Manimaran, 27, was charged with murdering Tang Kai Kong during a robbery in Manjung on May 7, 2026.
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Israeli Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir Storms Al-Aqsa Mosque, Sparks Regional Outcry
Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir entered Al-Aqsa Mosque compound with settlers on May 14, prompting condemnations from Malaysia, Türkiye, and Saudi Arabia.
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Multiple Malaysians lose millions in online investment scams involving Telegram and apps
Several Malaysians lost large sums in recent online investment scams promising fast returns via Telegram and digital platforms.
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Malaysia's Q1 2026 GDP growth slows to 5.4% amid rising economic risks
Malaysia's economy grew 5.4% year-on-year in Q1 2026, slowing from 6.2% in Q4 2025 amid global tensions and economic risks.
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Court of Appeal reduces ex-student’s death sentence to 40 years for murder of pregnant girlfriend
Malaysia’s Court of Appeal commuted Muhammad Fakrul Aiman Sajali’s death sentence to 40 years and 12 cane strokes for murdering and burning his pregnant girlfriend.
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Penang Opposition Leader Muhammad Fauzi Yusoff Hospitalised After Blood Pressure Spike
Penang Opposition leader Muhammad Fauzi Yusoff was taken to hospital on May 14 after a high blood pressure episode during a state assembly sitting.
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Malaysia plans tax incentives to boost electric vehicle truck adoption
The Malaysian government is considering tax exemptions and other incentives to promote electric vehicle trucks amid low adoption and high costs.
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Malaysia Transport Ministry to Test Autonomous Vehicles in Ports and Airports to Ease Driver Shortage
Malaysia’s Transport Ministry plans autonomous vehicle testing in ports and airports to address driver shortages and improve data collection.
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Iran expands tiered internet access amid historic nationwide blackout
Iran has prolonged its near-total internet blackout, introducing a paid tiered access model amid ongoing war since February 28, 2026.
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Malaysia launches first Littoral Mission Ship Batch 2 named Tunku Laksamana Abdul Jalil
Malaysia launched its first Littoral Mission Ship Batch 2 named Tunku Laksamana Abdul Jalil at an Istanbul shipyard on May 24, 2026.
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Israeli airstrikes kill multiple Palestinians including families in Gaza amid ceasefire tensions
Israeli airstrikes killed at least nine Palestinians in Gaza on June 4, continuing strikes that have killed over 900 since a 2023 ceasefire began.
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Eight men arrested in Kuala Lumpur hotel drug raid after guest found dead
Police arrested eight men after a 31-year-old Malaysian man was found dead in a Kuala Lumpur hotel room on May 24.