Fast, factual wire coverage from across Malaysia and the region.
Malaysia has taken down nearly 100,000 scam-related content items from social media platforms in the first seven months of 2026, exceeding the entire previous year's total, signalling escalating online fraud threats.
Malaysia's licensed hotel sector is pressuring the government to enforce stricter regulations on short-term rental accommodation, citing a 15-year struggle against unregulated competitors operating without proper licensing or safety compliance.
Malaysia's Department of Waqf, Zakat and Haj is hosting a major two-day convention in Kuala Nerus to reshape how Islamic charitable institutions operate, incorporating digital technology and innovative financial tools to better serve Muslim communities.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has called for Islamic preachers to adopt technology and sound judgment to enhance message delivery and audience reach in the modern digital landscape.
Communications Minister Datuk Seri Fahmi Fadzil has underscored the Wayang Pacak programme's dual role as both entertainment and a critical feedback mechanism, enabling the government to directly address grassroots concerns across rural Malaysia.
Malaysia's proposal to establish a national petroleum reserve has drawn analyst backing as recurring geopolitical tensions threaten global shipping routes. The move aims to strengthen energy resilience against supply disruptions and regional instability.
Malaysia's International Regulatory Conference 2026 convenes policymakers, regulators, and industry experts to tackle digital regulation challenges including AI governance, online safety, and data sovereignty as the nation implements its Online Safety Act 2025.
Malaysia's Higher Education Minister Datuk Seri Dr Zambry Abd Kadir says integrating AI into universities is essential for building intellectual capital, but must be paired with strong ethical frameworks and humanities education.
Malaysia is comprehensively reviewing the Child Act 2001 to incorporate 159 recommendations from the UN Committee on the Rights of the Child, aiming to strengthen legal protections and enhance implementation across government agencies.
Malaysia is reconsidering its energy security framework by studying a national petroleum reserve, reflecting broader concerns about supply chain vulnerabilities in an increasingly fragmented global economy.
Kelantan authorities will intensify inspections of food establishments following online allegations questioning halal compliance at several non-Muslim-operated premises frequented by Muslim customers.
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Deputy Women, Family and Community Development Minister Lim Hui Ying has clarified Malaysia's abortion provisions, emphasising that termination is legally permitted when a qualified medical practitioner believes continuation poses risk to the pregnant woman's life or health.
Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has called for Malaysia's National Rural Economic Agenda to serve as a framework ensuring rural development keeps pace with international economic priorities.
Malaysia's Social Security Organisation has paid out over RM1.2 million under its new LINDUNG 24 Jam scheme in its opening month, processing 592 claims and extending social protection beyond workplace incidents.
Malaysia has opened applications for diesel subsidies under the SKDS programme to cover company-owned private vehicles including jeeps and pickup trucks, with subsidies commencing July 15 for approved applicants.
Malaysia's Ministry of Women, Family and Community Development is launching an 18-month study to support the National Gentleman Initiative, recognising rising male suicide rates and family breakdown issues.
Malaysia plans to convert retiring coal-fired power plant sites into renewable energy hubs and battery storage facilities, leveraging existing infrastructure to support the country's energy transition while creating new economic opportunities.
Malaysia's mySalam B40 National Protection Scheme has extended eligibility to 9.15 million Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah recipients in 2026. Finance Minister Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan confirmed the scheme's expansion amid growing uptake among lower-income households seeking healthcare coverage.
Malaysia's Talian Kasih hotline has fielded 9,327 domestic violence complaints over three years, according to Deputy Minister Lim Hui Ying. The service resolved all cases through 2025, with support including protection orders and shelter placement.
Malaysia's Public Accounts Committee has identified unregulated charges for medical supplies, equipment and diagnostics at private hospitals as the main culprit behind escalating health insurance premiums, not doctors' fees which have been capped since 2013.
Malaysia's Communications Minister has warned social media companies that non-compliance with age-verification requirements under the Online Safety Act 2025 could result in financial penalties reaching RM10 million.