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Datuk Dr. Mohd. Puad Zarkashi resigned from UMNO today, alleging that Menteri Besar Onn Hafiz Ghazi personally told him the Johor Royal Palace ordered the June 1 state assembly dissolution — raising serious constitutional questions just two days before nomination day.
Pakatan Harapan's candidate announcement at Bukit Gambir tonight is more than a list of names — it is the opening move in the coalition's most consequential state election strategy.
In the spirit of amanah and justice, Pakatan Harapan steps forward tonight with its commitment to Johor reaffirmed as PM Anwar leads the PRN Ke-16 candidate announcement.
Malaysia has achieved a historic breakthrough at the 67th International Mathematical Olympiad in Shanghai, securing 19th place among 117 countries and breaking into the world's top 20 for the first time.
The US Secret Service is operating under elevated threat conditions, according to Director Sean Curran, as President Donald Trump faces multiple assassination attempts and alleged Iranian plots targeting his life.
Australia's new rugby coach Les Kiss has signalled a shift in selection strategy, indicating he would consider overseas-based players to strengthen the Wallabies' World Cup campaign, a departure from predecessor Joe Schmidt's cautious approach.
Sabah is implementing a multi-year strategy to slash water losses from 59.6 per cent to 45 per cent by 2030, involving pipeline replacement, meter upgrades, and active leak control across 30 districts funded through federal and state budgets.
Malaysia's Chief Secretary to the Government has directed immediate action to resolve service issues at PPUM, citing long waiting times, clinical delivery challenges, and manpower shortages as key concerns affecting the teaching hospital.
Alam Aliran Kualiti has secured Malaysian Book of Records recognition for operating the nation's largest belt press dewatering facility in Penang, processing 450 tonnes of water treatment sludge daily and converting waste into construction materials.
Kedah police have dismantled an international romance fraud operation based in the state, arresting seven foreign nationals accused of systematically deceiving Japanese victims through fake online dating profiles and financial schemes.
The president of Pertubuhan Rungus Bersatu Sabah has pleaded not guilty to charges relating to a RM2 million cultural heritage project, maintaining his innocence before the court in Kota Kinabalu.
Malaysia's meteorological authority has cautioned residents across the Klang Valley and nine other regions to prepare for severe thunderstorms and torrential rainfall expected to persist through mid-afternoon.
Four major ride-hailing and taxi platforms in Singapore will maintain surcharges on fares until September 30, citing sustained pressure from elevated fuel prices and driver operating expenses.
Major expressways BESRAYA and NPE will shut overnight on August 1-2 for the IJM Allianz Duo Highway Challenge 2026 running event. Commuters advised to use alternative routes during closures.
A tragic accident in Kedah claimed the life of a two-year-old girl who was struck by a fertiliser lorry driven by her grandfather as he reversed the unloaded vehicle near his home.
A fallen wooden structure from a construction site damaged the overhead power system near Batang Benar, forcing KTM to suspend Komuter services between Bangi and Seremban and arrange shuttle bus replacements for thousands of commuters.
Guardian Malaysia has unveiled a nationwide advocacy initiative to educate women about perimenopause, addressing a significant gap in awareness among the estimated 3.59 million Malaysian women aged 35-49 who may experience this life stage.
Higher Education Minister Datuk Seri Dr Zambry Abd Kadir has reaffirmed the government's dedication to protecting academic freedom and fostering scholarly debate across Malaysian institutions, emphasizing the importance of civil discourse in a multicultural society.
Sabah's new port charges have successfully cleared 103 idle containers from Sepanggar Port. The measure addresses longstanding congestion by making storage more expensive than external alternatives, while the state government balances stricter enforcement with stakeholder consultation.