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2 min
Jun 12, 2026
NEWS | Johor & N.Sembilan SEPARATE Election Dates Announced

The Election Commission has announced that state elections for Johor and Negeri Sembilan will be held on separate dates.

2 min
Jun 10, 2026
NEWS | Bukit Aman: MyDigital ID Can Help Combat Scams

The head of Bukit Aman’s Commercial Crime Investigation Department says the system’s security features that can minimize risks like data leaks and identity theft.

1 min
Jun 7, 2026
NEWS | Gunung Batu Putih Hiker In Stable Condition

The hiker who was rescued from Gunung Batu Putih, Perak is now in stable condition in hospital after sustaining several minor injuries.

2 min
Jun 5, 2026
Small Steps to Address Climate Change

This World Environment Day, find out what you can do at home to start making a meaningful impact.

1 min
Jun 4, 2026
NEWS | Now Available: 10-Year Passports (& Increased Fines)

There are new regulations for Malaysian passports.

1 min
Jun 4, 2026
NEWS | Search For Missing Hiker Scaled Down

Cops to continue keeping a close eye on the latest developments

1 min
Jun 3, 2026
NEWS | Over 100 Drowning Deaths So Far This Year

The Fire and Rescue Department has recorded 114 drowning deaths so far this year.

1 min
Jun 3, 2026
NEWS | MOT Wants Swift Probe Into Simpang Renggam Crash

Ministry says there is no compromise for reckless driving, after accident claims five lives

1 min
Jun 1, 2026
NEWS | 24-Hr Perkeso Coverage In Effect

It is activated automatically for existing contributors

1 min
May 31, 2026
NEWS | Don't Spread Fake News About Ministries, Govt Agencies

Public Service Department says action will be taken against those who tarnish the image of the civil service

1 min
May 29, 2026
NEWS | RM100 Book Vouchers For Students

All secondary school students under the Education Ministry and students at public universities nationwide will receive RM100 book vouchers.

1 min
May 29, 2026
NEWS | Task Force To Probe LRT Derailment

MOT takes the matter very seriously as it involves passenger safety

1 min
May 28, 2026
NEWS | MARA Takes Allegations Seriously

MARA will not compromise on student safety and welfare, especially in cases of sexual misconduct involving teachers at its institutions.

1 min
May 28, 2026
NEWS | Private Hospitals Have Enough Medicine

They've not reported any disruptions yet due to the West Asia conflict

1 min
May 27, 2026
NEWS | Social Media Age Verification And Digital Education Must Go Hand-In-Hand

MCCA says the Online Safety Act’s age verification system for social media must be accompanied by comprehensive digital education.

2 min
May 26, 2026
NEWS | Upgraded Passport Rollout Postponed

You'll have to wait a little longer to issue a new, enhanced passport.

2 min
May 26, 2026
NEWS | Stay Safe On The Road Over The Holidays

Bukit Aman has some advice for those who are driving to their hometowns or holiday destinations

1 min
May 25, 2026
NEWS | Malaysia's Medicine Stock Stable Despite Iran War

Malaysia’s supply of medicines and medical devices remains stable and sufficient.

1 min
May 25, 2026
NEWS | M'sian GSF Volunteers Arrive Home

One member of the delegation is still being treated in Turkiye

1 min
May 24, 2026
NEWS | Careful About Posting Crime Vids On Social Media

Send them in straight to the cops to avoid disrupting investigations

1 min
May 22, 2026
NEWS | Publish Sex Offenders Registry Proposal Still In Talks

The proposal to establish a public sex offenders registry is still in discussions.

1 min
May 22, 2026
NEWS | M'sian GSF Activists To Return On Sunday

They're currently being taken to Turkiye for processing and repatriation

1 min
May 21, 2026
NEWS | Authorities: Stop Evading Tolls!

Authorities issued over two thousand letters of demand regarding toll evasion cases along two major highways over the past two years.

1 min
May 21, 2026
NEWS | No Issues Using MyKad For Social Media Verification

The document is already being used for such purposes for e-wallets and digital services

1 min
May 20, 2026
NEWS | More Malaysians Switching To Public Transport

Rapid Rail says more Malaysians are now switching from driving to taking public transport.

1 min
May 20, 2026
NEWS | Govt Repeats Demand For Release Of GSF Activists

The Malaysian nationals were in international waters when they were intercepted by Israeli forces

1 min
May 19, 2026
NEWS | Male Sexual Harassment Cases On The Rise

More men are now coming forward to report that they're being sexually harassed.

1 min
May 19, 2026
NEWS | M'sian GSF Activists Detained By Israel

Their flotilla was intercepted off the coast of Cyprus

1 min
May 18, 2026
NEWS | M'sian Workers Found To Be Obese

Many also suffer from diabetes, hypertension and high cholesterol

1 min
May 17, 2026
NEWS | Govt Stepping Up Safe Internet Campaign To Tackle Scams

More than RM2.7bil have been lost to scams last year

1 min
May 15, 2026
NEWS | Malaysia's Population Hits 34.4 Mil

Males also outnumber females

1 min
May 14, 2026
NEWS | Switch To New MyKad Won't Affect Govt Assistance

You'll still get access to things like Budi 95 and SARA

1 min
May 13, 2026
NEWS | MOH Ready To Include Hantavirus Tracker To MySejahtera

There's still no indication the virus is spreading beyond Western countries

1 min
May 12, 2026
NEWS | Social Media DM Restrictions For Under-16's Soon?

There could soon be new direct messaging restrictions for social media users under the age of 16.

1 min
May 12, 2026
NEWS | MOE Studying Additional Safety Measures For Schools

This includes stationing guards or RELA personnel

1 min
May 11, 2026
NEWS | More Hot Weather Soon

Met Malaysia says the Southwest Monsoon is expected to start this Thursday, and will last until September.

1 min
May 11, 2026
NEWS | Govt Studying Mechanism To Revise Fuel Subsidy For High Earners

The move is expected to be finalized soon.

2 min
May 10, 2026
NEWS | PM To Announce Oil Supply Continuity Plan

The PM is expected to announce an oil supply continuity plan later this month.

1 min
May 7, 2026
NEWS | WHO Eases Hantavirus Concerns

The risk to the public remains low

2 min
May 6, 2026
NEWS | Flash Floods Hit Klang Valley

Flash floods and fallen trees were reported in several parts of the Klang Valley this afternoon following heavy rain

1 min
May 6, 2026
NEWS | More Students Are Falling Victim To Scams

University students are increasingly becoming targets

2 min
May 5, 2026
NEWS | Measures Taken To Help Small Businesses

It is meant to ease their burden amid rising global energy and logistics costs

1 min
May 4, 2026
NEWS | 56 Heat-related Illness Cases Reported Since January

Members of the public are advised to remain vigilant and take the necessary precautions.

1 min
May 3, 2026
NEWS | Penang Reports First Heat-Related Death

A 42-year-old man died of heatstroke last week after competing in a running event in George Town

2 min
May 1, 2026
NEWS | Govt To Introduce Post-Maternity Leave Allowance

PM Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim says the one-off allowance is expected to benefit over 132,000 female workers

1 min
Apr 30, 2026
NEWS | 10 Msian GSF Participants Detained

10 Malaysian members of the Global Sumud Flotilla have been detained by Israeli forces, after their ships were intercepted in international waters while enroute to Gaza

2 min
Apr 30, 2026
NEWS | Protection Measures In Place For M'sian Workers

There are safety nets and aid programs for those who lose their jobs

2 min
Apr 29, 2026
NEWS | M'sia Ranks Second Globally In Deepfake Scam Losses

A new study says Malaysia suffered the second-highest amount of losses globally due to deepfake scams.

1 min
Apr 29, 2026
NEWS | Study Shows Malaysians Are Ready For AI

Respondents are confident AI will significantly change their lives

2 min
Apr 28, 2026
NEWS | PM: Aminuddin Harun Remains Negeri Sembilan MB

The PM says Datuk Seri Aminuddin Harun will remain as the Negeri Sembilan Menteri Besar, following a decree by the Yang di-Pertuan Besar.

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