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Penang monitoring Rohingya settlements after Penaga relocation, says chief minister
GEORGE TOWN, July 28 — The Penang government is monitoring areas with sizeable Rohingya communities following the voluntary relocation of 126 people from a temporary settlement in Penaga, Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow said today. Chow said the move was not a
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Kon Yeow: Mixed support means Pakatan must intensify Negeri Sembilan campaign in weaker seats
GEORGE TOWN, July 28 — Penang Pakatan Harapan chairman Chow Kon Yeow said PH needs to intensify its efforts in some Negeri Sembilan seats after seeing varying levels of support on the ground. He said the coalition will use the
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Negeri Sembilan early voter turnout reaches 14.31pc as of 9am
SEREMBAN, July 28 — As of 9am today, 14.31 per cent of early voters in the 16th Negeri Sembilan state election have cast their ballots. Based on the latest data shared on the Election Commission’s (EC) official Facebook page, this
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Anwar: Students to get free AI software access under digital skills programme
PUTRAJAYA, July 28 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said today the government would subsidise subscriptions to top AI software to students under a newly-launched programme to raise artificial intelligence literacy. Anwar made the announcement as he launched AI
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Bank Negara governor expects Malaysia’s growth to hit upper end of 4-5pc forecast despite energy shock
KUALA LUMPUR, July 28 — Despite the energy supply shock, Malaysia’s economy remains well on track to grow by four to five per cent, likely towards the upper end of the range, with manageable inflation in 2026, Bank Negara Malaysia
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PM Anwar urges JPKK leaders to uphold integrity and unity at grassroots level
PORT DICKSON, July 27 — Village Development and Security Committee (JPKK) leaders must carry out their responsibilities with integrity while providing the people with clear and accurate information on the government’s initiatives and achievements, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim
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Senate passes competition bill to strengthen fight against cartels, monopolies
KUALA LUMPUR, July 27 —The Senate today passed the Competition (Amendment) Bill 2026, which seeks to strengthen efforts to combat cartels, monopolies, and other anti-competitive practices that contribute to the rising cost of living. The amendments empower the Malaysia Competition Commission (MyCC)
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Anwar warns public office must never be used for personal or family gain
TAMPIN, July 27 — The government has a responsibility to ensure that those entrusted with public office uphold the highest standards of integrity and honesty, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said. He stressed that public office is not a vehicle
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Palace says Sultan Ibrahim’s friendship with Bahrain king paved way for F1 race
KUALA LUMPUR, July 27 — Malaysia’s hosting of the Formula 1 Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix at the Petronas Sepang International Circuit (SIC) is the result of diplomatic ties and the close friendship between the Yang di-Pertuan Agong, Sultan Ibrahim,
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Socso: Four Bentong accident victims covered under Lindung 24 Jam, families to receive long‑term support
KUALA LUMPUR, July 27 — Four of the victims who lost their lives in the devastating road accident on Jalan Karak Lama, Bentong, on July 25 have been confirmed eligible to receive benefits under the Social Security Organisation (Perkeso) Lindung
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