Fast, factual wire coverage from across Malaysia and the region.
Malaysia's first National Mosque Open Day takes place at Tuminah Hamidi Mosque in Bagan Datuk from August 13-15, showcasing mosques as vibrant community spaces welcoming visitors of all faiths and backgrounds.
A retired Federal Court judge has advocated incorporating the literary and journalistic works of Adibah Amin into Malaysia's school curriculum, arguing they would reinforce values of national cohesion and understanding among younger citizens.
Zendaya's decision to wear ancient Iranian gold discs as earrings at a London film premiere has triggered heated debate among archaeologists and cultural critics about the ethics of repurposing historical artifacts as fashion accessories.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim inaugurated Citrawarna 2026 at Dataran Merdeka, a three-day cultural extravaganza attracting over 700 international tourists. The event showcases Malaysia's diverse heritage through parades, performances, and culinary displays.
Kelantan's wayang kulit practitioners confront mounting bureaucratic obstacles in securing performance permits while struggling to attract successors, endangering one of Malaysia's most significant cultural traditions.
The president of Pertubuhan Rungus Bersatu Sabah has entered a not guilty plea to Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission charges concerning a RM2 million cultural heritage project, marking the beginning of legal proceedings in Kota Kinabalu.
The FBI has returned several Indonesian cultural artefacts illegally smuggled to the United States, with Jakarta expressing commitment to expanding repatriation efforts and restoring its cultural sovereignty.
Collectors and historians are racing to preserve North Borneo stamps issued between 1883 and 1963, a vanishing historical record that documents Sabah's development and identity during the British colonial era.
The United States has repatriated two eighth-century bronze Buddhist statues to Indonesia, recovered through an investigation into illicit antiquities trafficking by notorious dealer Douglas Latchford. The statues were formally returned during a ceremony at the Indonesian Consulate in New York.
Mexican police have arrested a man suspected of stealing bronze sculptures, including artwork by renowned surrealist Leonora Carrington, from a church courtyard in Mexico City's historic district.
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The Kelantan Arts Festival 2026, held in Pasir Puteh from July 1 to 4, brought together renowned local artists and communities to celebrate the state's cultural heritage while advancing the Malaysia MADANI initiative.
Uzbekistan's President Shavkat Mirziyoyev has urged the world to harness Islamic civilisation's intellectual traditions as a unifying force against rising conflict and extremism, launching a major international forum in Tashkent.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has publicly celebrated veteran actor Datuk Rahim Razali's 87th birthday, acknowledging the legendary screen performer's profound influence on Malaysia's entertainment industry and cultural heritage spanning multiple decades.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has sent birthday greetings to Datuk Rahim Razali, the celebrated Malaysian filmmaker and cultural figure, on his 87th birthday, acknowledging his profound impact on local arts and cinema.
Kelantan's government pledges to safeguard the state's rich artistic and cultural legacy while ensuring practices align with Islamic values, positioning heritage as central to state identity and economic development.
Malaysia's ancient Kain Lima textile tradition is disappearing as fewer weavers continue the intricate craft. Expert conservators warn the heritage art form risks permanent loss without intervention.