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Another mild earthquake rattles Johor, this time near Batu Pahat

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 31 — Johor experienced yet another minor tremor today, with a magnitude 2.9 earthquake detected near Batu…
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Former soldier and wife drown after boat capsizes in rough waters off Kuala Merchang

MARANG, Aug 31 — A married couple drowned after their fibreglass boat capsized in rough waters off Kuala Merchang this…
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Lee Chong Wei: Just like on court, Malaysia shines when we stand together

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 31 — National badminton legend Datuk Seri Lee Chong Wei reminded Malaysians today that the nation’s true…
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Abang Johari: Sarawak to launch new high-capacity AI device in September

SARIKEI, Aug 31 — Sarawak will launch another artificial intelligence (AI) based device at the end of September as a…
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Finance Ministry apologises as MyKasih system hit by first-day RM100 Sara payout rush

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 31 — The Ministry of Finance and MyKasih have apologised to recipients of the Rahmah Basic Contribution…
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Malaysia seeks stronger Asean-Shanghai Cooperation Organisation bridge as Anwar arrives in China

TIANJIN, Aug 31 — Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim arrived here this evening, after attending the National Day 2025 celebration at…
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Supermarkets, sundry shops across Malaysia see brisk sales as RM100 Sara aid kicks in

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 31 — Many Malaysians seized the opportunity over the weekend to buy essential goods at supermarkets and…
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Dry weather, geology also under scrutiny as scientists investigate Segamat cracks for recent quakes

SEGAMAT, Aug 31 — The Johor Minerals and Geosciences Department (JMG) did not rule out that recent tremors in the…
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No compromises on national and Bumiputera interests, says PNB on Prolintas review

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 31 — Permodalan Nasional Bhd (PNB) has reaffirmed its commitment not to pursue asset divestment if it…
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Morning to evening, cities to villages: Here’s how Malaysians bask in Merdeka spirit state to state

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 31 — While Dataran Putrajaya was the focal point of National Day 2025 celebration this morning, the…
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Festivities above, cracks below: Scientists in Segamat race to probe quake-hit farm

SEGAMAT, Aug 31 — A team of researchers today conducted a preliminary investigation after cracks were detected in the soil…
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Kajang cops arrest tanker driver suspected of dozing off in deadly Plus highway crash

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 31 — The driver of a tanker truck involved in a fatal accident that claimed the life…
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From powering Asean to energising young minds, Abang Jo lays out Sarawak’s 2030 vision for green energy and free education

SARIKEI, Aug 31 — Sarawak is committed to pursuing a holistic development agenda that encompasses the green economy, digitalisation, renewable…
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Patriotism, creativity and food: A lively lead-up to National Day at Putrajaya

PUTRAJAYA, Aug 31 — The rhythmic beating of drums played by musicians from various ethnic groups showcased the beauty of…
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Parades for Merdeka, groceries in Sarawak — shoppers in Kuching, Samarahan tap Sara RM100 aid, usable until Dec 31

KOTA SAMARAHAN, Aug 31 — No unusually large crowds were observed at outlets in Kuching and Samarahan today following the…
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Kuching’s iconic river boat goes green with electric-powered ‘penambang’ fleet under smart city plan

KUCHING, Aug 31 — Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg and his family yesterday took a ride…
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King arrives in Proton Satria Neo R3 to loud cheers as Malaysians celebrate 68th Merdeka in Putrajaya (VIDEO)

PUTRAJAYA, Aug 31 — Malaysia’s 68th Merdeka celebration kicked off in grand style this morning, with thousands thronging the boulevards…
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Golden offer for National Day: Malaysians can settle traffic fines at 50pc off via MyDigital ID

PUTRAJAYA, Aug 31 — The Ministry of Home Affairs (KDN) together with the Royal Malaysian Police (PDRM) launched the National Summons…
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Baby and woman die, five more injured after their MPV veers into lorry on highway near Perak-Jeli border

KOTA BHARU, Aug 31 — A woman in her 40s and a baby girl, approximately nine months old, died while…
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Tennis player Kamil Majchrzak rights the wrong after viral US Open cap theft incident, reunites with young fan in touching gesture

NEW YORK, Aug 31 — A young boy named Brock was left heartbroken when a fan snatched a cap that…
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Selangor honours Navy veteran, Anuar Alias, the real-life ‘Paskal’ hero, as Independence personality 2025

SHAH ALAM, Aug 31 — Rear Admiral (Rtd) Datuk Anuar Alias, the inspiration behind the hit film Paskal: The Movie,…
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Anwar kicks off four-day China visit after Merdeka Day parade, to meet Xi and attend SCO summit

PUTRAJAYA, Aug 31 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim departed for China this morning to begin a four-day working…
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Negeri Sembilan first to top national digital rollout, eyes balanced growth with Jendela project, says MB Aminuddin

SEREMBAN, Aug 31 — Negeri Sembilan emerged as the first state to complete Phase 1 of the National Digital Network…
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Woman with psychiatric history arrested after trying to hug Perak Sultan at National Day parade

IPOH, Aug 31 — A woman with a history of psychiatric treatment was arrested after attempting to hug Sultan of…
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Anwar praises 2,000 students for stunning ‘human graphics’ display at Merdeka celebration

PUTRAJAYA, Aug 31 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim today hailed the National Day “human graphics” display by 2,000…
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Kg Ratau: The little Dusun village in Sabah that taught children to dream bigger

RANAU, Aug 31 — Kampung Ratau could easily have remained just another remote village in the Ranau district, inhabited by Dusun…
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Ex-banker or retired bureaucrat? KDM names possible picks for Paginatan and Kundasang ahead of Sabah race

TAMPARULI, Aug 31 — Democratic People’s Welfare Party (KDM) deputy president Datuk Wetrom Bahanda has announced two more potential candidates…
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Blocking Palestinians from UNGA violates UN Charter, Malaysia tells US

PUTRAJAYA, Aug 31 — Malaysia has voiced serious concern over moves to prevent the participation of Palestinian representatives at the…