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Structural barriers still hindering Malaysian women from economic participation: Nurul Izzah
The Sun Daily
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July 10, 2025
KUALA LUMPUR: Despite Malaysia’s progress in women’s education, structural inequalities from algorithmic bias to unpaid care burdens continue to obstruct women from participating in the economy, said leaders at the World Women Economic and...
Malaysia calls on ASEAN members to confront looming U.S. tariffs
The Mainichi
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July 9, 2025
A meeting of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Foreign Minister is held at the Convention Centre in Kuala Lumpur Malaysia, July 9, 2025. (AP Photo/Vincent Thian) KUALA LUMPUR (Kyodo) -- Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim on...
Curtin Malaysia Miri to host Sarawak’s biggest STEM, robotics event this July 18
Borneo Post
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July 10, 2025
Students explore interactive exhibitions during the previous STEM Trailblazers event at Curtin Malaysia in Miri. MIRI (July 10): Miri is set to make history this month as it becomes the epicentre of science, innovation and youth empowerment in...
Xpats Gateway integration streamlines expat approvals, strengthens Malaysia’s business environment
The Malaysian Star
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July 10, 2025
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia has completed a major step forward in expatriate talent management with the integration of MYFutureJobs and ePPAx hiring requirements into Xpats Gateway, simplifying the approval process for employers and strengthening the...
Ten Pakistani men jailed, fined for immigration offences
Borneo Post
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July 10, 2025
KOTA KINABALU (July 10): Ten Pakistani men were jailed and fined by a Sessions Court here for committing immigration related offences. The cases of Imad Ilyas, Taimoor Khan @ Khan Taimoor, Gul Saqib, Iqbal Hussain, Shah Syed Baliqh, Shah Bakht...
Sarawak ready to reclaim health, education powers, Dr Sim tells Putrajaya
Borneo Post
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July 10, 2025
Dr Teh (left) briefs Dr Sim on the key health issues during the conference today. – Photo by Peter Boon SIBU (July 10): Sarawak is actively pursuing autonomy over health and education matters from Putrajaya, said Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Dr Sim...
At just 12, Bangi girl Ellysha shines in voiceovers, theatre and sports, on path to represent Malaysia
Malay Mail
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July 10, 2025
BANGI, July 10 — Nur Ellysha Rashlina Mohd Rashdan may be only 12 but she is already carving out a name for herself in the world of creative arts and sports. This Year Six pupil of Sekolah Kebangsaan Jalan Empat here has already done voiceovers...
Who Is Lishalliny Kanaran? Indian-Origin Miss Grand Malaysia Who Accused Priest Of Molestation
News18
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July 10, 2025
Last Updated:July 10, 2025, 14:44 IST Lishalliny Kanaran was crowned Miss Grand Malaysia 2021 and has been a Malaysian Tamil actor. She has accused a temple priest of molestation during a visit in Selangor. A photo of Lishalliny Kanaran (Source:...
Trump’s Hooters-loving Malaysia ambassador pick worries Asean diplomats
South China Morning Post
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July 10, 2025
The White House’s decision to nominate right-wing commentator Nick Adams as ambassador to Malaysia has sparked unease among diplomats and observers in Southeast Asia, amid concerns that US President Donald Trump is prioritising political loyalty...
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‘I have ancestry from Kerala’: Malaysia’s Mahatir Mohamad tells court
Firstpost
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July 10, 2025
Two-time former prime minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad told the court he was born a Malay Muslim but has paternal roots tracing back to Kerala, India. The 99-year-old, who served as Malaysia’s fourth and seventh prime minister between 1981-2003...
Tokyo Lifestyle Co., Ltd. Reports Fiscal Year 2025 Financial Results
Citizen Tribune - Tennessee
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TOKYO, July 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Tokyo Lifestyle Co., Ltd. ("Tokyo Lifestyle" or the "Company") (Nasdaq: TKLF), a retailer and wholesaler of Japanese beauty and health products, sundry products, luxury products, electronic products,...
At 100, Malaysia's Mahathir has proved to be the ultimate political survivor
The National News
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Malaysia’s Dr Mahathir Mohamad turns 100 today. Even before this milestone birthday, social media was abuzz with jokes about the longevity and seeming indestructability of a man who spent a record 22 years in office as prime minister from...
26 foreign nationals detained in Kuching immigration raids
Borneo Post
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July 10, 2025
Enforcement officers rounding up the suspected undocumented foreigners during one of the raids at a workers’ quarters in Kuching. – Photo via Facebook/Jabatan Imigresen Malaysia Sarawak KUCHING (July 10): A total of 26 foreign nationals were...
“In the fight of our lives” – health sector urged to step up for gender justice
Croakey Health Media
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July 10, 2025
Introduction by Croakey: The health sector, in Australia and globally, has been urged to step up advocacy and action for gender justice in the wake of wide-ranging attacks on gender and LGBTQIA+ rights around the world. “We are in the fight of our...
At 100, Malaysia's Mahathir has proved to be the ultimate political survivor
The National News
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Malaysia’s Dr Mahathir Mohamad turns 100 today. Even before this milestone birthday, social media was abuzz with jokes about the longevity and seeming indestructability of a man who spent a record 22 years in office as prime minister from...
Unemployment in Malaysia dips in May 2025, driven by strong hiring across sectors
Human Resources Online
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"The country’s labour market portrayed resilience and strong adaptability to global economic and technological changes," said Dato’ Sri Dr Mohd Uzir Mahidin, Chief Statistician Malaysia. Malaysia’s labour market continued its upward climb in May...
No Christian proselytisation on Doulos Hope in Labuan, says Jawi
Daily Express Malaysia
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July 10, 2025
No Christian proselytisation on Doulos Hope in Labuan, says Jawi Published on: Thursday, July 10, 2025 Published on: Thu, Jul 10, 2025 By: FMT Reporters Text Size: Dark Mode: Off The Doulos Hope arrived in Labuan on July 2 as part of a Southeast...
Malaysia’s Anwar calls for closer alignment of ASEAN foreign, economic policies
The Sun Daily
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July 9, 2025
KUALA LUMPUR: ASEAN needs to ensure even closer alignment between its foreign and economic policy tracks to strengthen regional cohesion amid rising geopolitical and trade tensions, said Malaysia’s Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. He said...
Parents win landmark ruling as court bans Muslim preacher Firdaus Wong’s video on secret child conversions
Malay Mail
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July 10, 2025
KUALA LUMPUR, July 10 — The High Court has ruled that a video post by Muslim preacher Firdaus Wong, which appeared to promote covert religious conversions of minors to Islam, is unlawful and unconstitutional. Justice Amarjeet Singh ordered Firdaus...
IACA and MACA strengthen anti-corruption education through collaboration
The Sun Daily
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July 10, 2025
KUALA LUMPUR: The International Anti-Corruption Academy (IACA) and the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Academy (MACA) have pledged to deepen their partnership in advancing anti-corruption education. The commitment was solidified during a courtesy visit...