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In Dewan Rakyat today: Human rights tribunal, nuclear energy and vertical schools in spotlight

KUALA LUMPUR, July 30 — The establishment of a Human Rights Tribunal in Malaysia, the potential use of nuclear energy,…
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Malaysia’s Navy executes landmark missile and torpedo firings, strengthens defence posture in South China Sea, says defence minister

KOTA KINABALU, July 29 — The Royal Malaysian Navy (RMN) today conducted the firing of several Exocet missiles and a…
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DPM Zahid: Govt to roll out multi-ministry blitz to tackle 53pc surge in child sexual crimes in Malaysia

PUTRAJAYA, July 29 — The government will adopt an integrated approach involving various ministries and agencies to address the sharp…
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Marital discord may be motive in suspected murder of six-year-old in Rompin, say police

REMBAU, July 29 — The motive behind the suspected murder of a six-year-old boy, whose body was found buried in…
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Muar man loses nearly RM490,000 in online stock scam promising 500pc returns

MUAR, July 29 — An employee of a furniture factory here claimed to have lost RM488,740 after being duped by…
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Beyond blood and marriage: How young Malaysians are redefining ‘family’ today and what experts say must follow

KUALA LUMPUR, July 30 — As Malaysia looks to grow its population and support families, experts say it’s time to…
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Home Ministry bans two books — ‘Chase Me’ and ‘Ammar Zahrain’ — for threatening public morality 

PUTRAJAYA, July 29 — The Home Ministry has issued a prohibition order against two publications deemed potentially harmful to public…
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Anwar: Asean must close gaps and build a fairer, stronger regional economy

JAKARTA, July 29 — It is imperative that Asean focus its energies inward, towards building a more integrated and resilient…
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Indian national gets 35 years, 12 strokes for killing girlfriend after Jalan Alor hotel tryst

KUALA LUMPUR, July 29 — An Indian national man was sentenced to 35 years in prison and 12 strokes of…
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No crime found in case of 20 children rescued from Penang warehouse, police say

GEORGE TOWN, July 29 — Police investigations have found no criminal elements, including human trafficking or abuse, in the case…
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Outdated gear under scrutiny in 22nd Regiment commando’s death off Kuantan, says Army chief

LENGGONG, July 29 — The Malaysian Army is still conducting an internal investigation into the death of a 22nd Commando…
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MRT Corp aims to keep Penang Mutiara LRT cost under RM16b amid rising expenses

GEORGE TOWN, July 29 — Total expenditure for the Penang Mutiara LRT Line will be capped at RM16 billion, despite…
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Selangor’s rice bowl: Sabak Bernam leads in crop, cash and land; chief statistician says youth needed to sustain sector

KLANG, July 29 — Sabak Bernam has been confirmed as Selangor’s primary rice-producing district, based on findings from the 2024…
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Post-mortem confirms six-year-old Johor boy buried in Jempol strangled with cable tie; police recover hoe used to dig grave

REMBAU, July 29 — Negeri Sembilan police chief Datuk Ahmad Dzaffir Mohd Yussof confirmed that a six-year-old boy whose body…
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Johor cop dies on way to work in Skudai after driver runs red light

JOHOR BAHRU, July 29 — A policewoman died following a two-vehicle collision at Kilometer 28 on Jalan Gelang Patah-Pendas near…
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Bomba backs AGC appeal against influencer brothers’ one-month jail, RM1,500 fine for false report on volunteer fireman

MARANG, July 29 — The Fire and Rescue Department of Malaysia (JBPM) is leaving it to the Attorney General’s Chambers…
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Malaysia stays calm, committed to legal route on Sulawesi Sea dispute, Anwar says in Jakarta visit

JAKARTA, July 29 — Malaysia has never adopted an aggressive stance in addressing maritime border issues with Indonesia, including the…
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Dewan Rakyat passes Cross-Border Insolvency Bill to boost investor confidence

KUALA LUMPUR, July 29 — The enactment of the Cross-Border Insolvency Bill 2025 is expected to support Malaysia’s long-term goal…
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Dozens held in Jalan Masjid India Immigration raid — some tried to evade arrest as shoppers

KUALA LUMPUR, July 29 — The Immigration Department of Malaysia (JIM) arrested 171 foreign nationals in a one-hour enforcement operation…
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Vape retailers oppose total ban, want stricter enforcement and inclusion in policy talks

KUALA LUMPUR, July 29 — Malaysia’s vape retail industry is calling for improved enforcement of existing regulations rather than a…
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PAS MP urged to apologise for mocking Malaysia’s role in Thailand-Cambodia ceasefire

KUALA LUMPUR, July 29 — PAS Information chief Ahmad Fadhli Shaari has been urged to issue a public apology to…
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Parking e-compound system for Miri to be launched on August 18, says mayor

MIRI, July 29 — Miri City Council (MCC) will launch the parking e-compound system this Aug 18, at Marina Phase…
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RTS Link project hits major milestone with completion of Bukit Chagar ICQC structure

JOHOR BAHRU, July 29 — The construction of the Johor Bahru–Singapore Rapid Transit System (RTS) Link project reached a major…
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Don’t panic: Cannon fire, road closures expected for Warriors Day in Putrajaya

PUTRAJAYA, July 28 — The public has been advised not to be alarmed by the sound of cannon fire and…
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Struggling as a caregiver? Here’s how you can navigate care work in Malaysia with subsidies, support and respite services

KUALA LUMPUR, July 29 — Care work is not something new in Malaysia especially when the country is on track to…
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She went back for her belongings — and never came out: Police suspect foul play in fatal Segamat fire

KUALA LUMPUR, July 28 — Police suspect foul play in the case of a 70-year-old woman found burnt to death…
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Johor to revoke licences of car wash operators who reject locals for Singaporeans

KUALA LUMPUR, July 24 — Local authorities in Johor Bahru will be instructed to revoke the business licences of car…
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Bukit Puchong kidnapping: Two brothers charged after viral abduction video

KUALA LUMPUR, July 28 — Two brothers claimed trial at the Shah Alam Magistrates’ Court today to charges of kidnapping…