KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia has called for urgent reform of global institutions, particularly the United Nations, proposing three concrete measures, including the institutionalisation of regular dialogue between the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) and the UN Security Council. Read full story

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia is exploring closer cooperation with Vietnam in the Meetings, Incentives, Conventions, and Exhibitions (MICE) sector to strengthen bilateral tourism and boost high-end business travel between the two countries. Read full story

KUALA LUMPUR: The revamped Malaysia My Second Home (MM2H) programme has generated a total of RM839.9mil in revenue since the introduction of new criteria last year, says Datuk Seri Tiong King Sing (pic). Read full story

Payments Network Malaysia Sdn Bhd (PayNet), the national payments network and a central driver of Malaysia's digital economy, has launched the country's first fintech-focused community and accelerator: The PayNet Fintech Hub (the Hub). Read full story

KUALA LUMPUR: Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof expressed his highest appreciation to the nation's heroes and warriors who have bravely risked their lives to defend Malaysia's sovereignty from the colonial era to the present day. Read full story

PETALING JAYA: A new grade of chicken eggs will be introduced to ensure supply security and price stability, says the Agriculture and Food Security Ministry. Read full story

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia's trusted e-commerce platform, TikTok Shop, revealed that it recorded a strong trend of over 100 million general product searches daily by local online shoppers. Read full story

KUALA LUMPUR: Investigations into the case of a footballer subjected to an acid attack in May last year can still proceed if new leads are found, the Dewan Rakyat was told. Read full story

KUALA LUMPUR: Fewer Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) students were absent from all their written papers last year, the Dewan Rakyat was told. Read full story

KUALA LUMPUR: The focus of theDewan Rakyat sitting on Thursday (July 31) is on the tabling of the 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP) by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, aroadmap that will chart the nation's five-year development plan from 2026 to 2030. Read full story

JOHOR BARU: The cries of a child and loud quarrels were frequently heard from the house in Seri Alam here. Read full story

PETALING JAYA: The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) has issued 279 directives to mobile service providers across the country to improve mobile service quality. Read full story

KUALA LUMPUR: There is no need to introduce new laws to address those who utter offensive remarks in public, as there are enough mechanisms at present to deal with such cases, says National Unity Minister Datuk Aaron Ago Dagang (pic). Read full story

PETALING JAYA: The broader enforcement powers under the amended Poisons Act (Act 366) will enable effective enforcement against offences related to the misuse of poisons and psychotropic substances, say two ministries. Read full story

PETALING JAYA: E-hailing platform inDrive is now compliant with all regulatory requirements in Malaysia, says its country lead Govin Kumaar Panirsheeluam. Read full story

SEPANG: A woman was arrested for attempting to smuggle out nine exotic animals worth about RM127,000 at KL International Airport Terminal 1. Read full story

WHILE most were chasing profits from oil palm, Abu Hassan Abdullah saw greater potential in coconuts. Read full story

PUTRAJAYA: The Malaysian Border Control and Protection Agency (AKPS) thwarted an attempt by four Afghan nationals, believed to be from a family, to enter Malaysia using fake visas. Read full story

KOREAN DJ Koo Jun-yup is still mourning the passing of his wife, actress and singer Barbie Hsu, China Press reported. Read full story

KOTA KINABALU: Tawau's reputation as an eco-tourism destination on Sabah's east coast was reinforced during an engagement session organised by the Sabah Tourism Board with local tourism players on Tuesday (July 29). Read full story

SIBU: A security guard has been sentenced to 12 years in jail by the Sessions Court here after he pleaded guilty to raping a minor. Read full story

KUALA LUMPUR: The Federal Government's debt has risen to RM1.3 trillion as of March 2025, up from RM1.25 trillion at the end of last year, while total liabilities stood at RM384.6bil compared to RM384.8bil previously, says Lim Hui Ying. Read full story

KOTA KINABALU: The move by Gabungan Rakyat Sabah (GRS) to forge an electoral pact with Pakatan Harapan is a "desperate attempt to survive" as the people have lost confidence, says Sabah Umno strategic director Rosman Ahir Zaman. Read full story

GEORGE TOWN: Two Immigration officers have been arrested by the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) over alleged abuse of power and corruption linked to the unlawful entry of foreign nationals through the Penang International Airport (PIA). Read full story

MUAR: A man here was duped into losing almost half a million ringgit in a bogus online investment scheme promising high returns within months. Read full story

KUALA LUMPUR: Commercial vehicles not equipped with a speed limitation device (SLD) will not be allowed on roads as they will fail vehicle inspections once phased enforcement of the system begins on Oct 1. Read full story

IPOH: The Malaysian government will not interfere in any legal matters related to Indonesian oil tycoon Riza Chalid, who is said to be involved in a corruption case involving fuel imports. Read full story

KUALA LUMPUR: The government will implement a whole-of-government strategy to address the alarming rise in child sexual crimes, with Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi revealing that such cases surged by over 50% in just four years. Read full story

KUALA LUMPUR: Over a hundred people were detained following an Immigration Department operation along Masjid India. Read full story

PETALING JAYA: Malaysia's school dropout rate must be addressed amid the country's bid to make secondary education compulsory, say education activists. Read full story

MALAYSIAN singer Jess Lee Kar Wei (pic) continues to make waves in the Chinese reality singing competition Singer, clinching second place in the latest episode, up from third the week before, China Press reported. Read full story

GEORGE TOWN: The prized bittersweet Black Thorn durian, known as Orh Chi in Hokkien, originated in a modest orchard in Lima Kongsi near Sungai Jawi nearly four decades ago. Read full story

PUTRAJAYA: Today marks a new chapter in South-East Asian diplomacy as Thailand and Cambodia executed an immediate and unconditional ceasefire. Read full story

SEREMBAN: A nature-loving group of friends, many in their golden years, have been maintaining and beautifying the hiking trails of Kepayang Hill near here. Read full story

PETALING JAYA: The amendment to the Education Act to make secondary schooling compulsory is not a punitive measure but to highlight the value of education in changing the lives of a child and family, says the National Union of the Teaching Profession (NUTP). Read full story

PETALING JAYA: Malaysia's decision to ratify the United Nations Convention Against Cybercrimes marks a pivotal step forward in the nation's efforts to bolster cybersecurity and enhance international cooperation, experts say. Read full story

"AS long as I can get up, I will continue to work" these are the words of Azmiza Zainol, 38, who suffers from chronic kidney disease but is still able to make a living, Utusan Malaysia reported. Read full story

PUTRAJAYA: The successful peace negotiations between Cambodia and Thailand is a pivotal step towards restoring harmony and stability between the two countries, say the nations' leaders. Read full story

KUALA LUMPUR: To create nationwide access to education, amendments to the Education Act to make secondary schooling compulsory have been brought to Parliament. Read full story