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Activists support social media age limit hike, call for digital literacy efforts
The government is considering raising the age limit for social media to 16 to curb online harms on children, plus a mobile phone ban for those below 16. (File pic) KUALA LUMPUR: Child rights activists have welcomed a proposal to raise the social...
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Deepavali symbolises Indian community unity and new hope in Malaysia
KUALA LUMPUR: This year’s Deepavali celebration symbolises the strength, unity and progress of the Indian community in Malaysia. Deputy Minister of Entrepreneur and Cooperatives Development Datuk Seri R. Ramanan stated that the festival’s spirit...
Sumud Flotilla Activists Recount Harrowing Experiences In Israeli Dungeons
October 2025 Stories of abuse and wanton brutality have emerged from activists of the Sumud flotilla, which set out to break the Israeli-enforced starvation of Gaza, who were abducted at sea by Israel last month. The humanitarian mission, which...
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Hebrew sticker sparks national outcry in Malaysia, prompts warning from prime minister
A Malaysian man sparked national controversy after affixing a Hebrew-language sticker to his pickup truck, prompting a police investigation and a warning from the country’s prime minister. The sticker read “Malaysia Beytenu,” or “Malaysia Our...
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Malaysia and China’s Guangxi urged to trade up and invest forward
KUALA LUMPUR: Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has called on Malaysia and China’s Guangxi to ‘trade up and invest forward’ as part of efforts to elevate bilateral cooperation to new heights. He said the initiative was one of...
Sabah court victory sets precedent for Sarawak’s revenue rights, says activist
Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Threads WhatsApp Telegram Peter during the Merdeka Day celebration in Kota Kinabalu last August. MIRI (Oct 18): Sarawak rights activist Peter John Jaban has urged the Sarawak government to take seriously the Kota Kinabalu...
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ASEAN, Mexican localities deepen cooperation in technology, education, tourism
Mexico City (VNA) - A delegation of the ASEAN Committee in Mexico City (ACMC), led by Vietnamese Ambassador to Mexico Nguyen Van Hai, who currently serves as ACMC Chair, paid a working visit to Jalisco, one of Mexico’s leading provinces in...
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Visitors to Star Karnival Cuti-Cuti Malaysia roadshow awed by Sarawak's tourism attractions
KUCHING: The Star Karnival Cuti-Cuti Malaysia roadshow has received praise from both local and international visitors for celebrating Malaysia's warmth, cultural diversity and tourism products, reinforcing the country's appeal ahead of Visit...
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Japan, China, Taiwan, Malaysia: Five Scholarships to Study Abroad for Free in 2025
Major Asian powers are stepping up their global talent attraction strategy. For the 2025–2026 academic year, Japan, China, Taiwan, and Malaysia have each announced fully funded scholarship programs offering international students — including...
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Motorcyclists Can Now Use QR Codes For Immigration Clearance At Johor Checkpoints
QR codes can now be used by motorcyclists for clearance at Johor’s land immigration checkpoints. This development follows the successful completion of the first-phase trial of the National Integrated Immigration System (NIISe), which began on 22...
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Sports News | Brett Lee, Tamim Iqbal to Mentor Teams in First Edition of Malaysia T20 League
New Delhi [India], October 18 (ANI): Malaysia is set to take centre stage on the global cricket map with the launch of the Malaysia T20 League, the region's first professional T20 franchise competition, developed by the Malaysian Cricket...
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Local Artists Rally For Education In Charity Concert That’s Raised Nearly RM600 Million
Subscribe to our FREE Newsletter, or Telegram and WhatsApp channels for the latest stories and updates. When Vanessa Reynauld takes the stage for Carlsberg Malaysia’s Top Ten Charity Concert, she’s not just performing—she’s paying it forward. The...
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Malaysia to be regional hub for sports tech, says Zahid
Deputy prime minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi with sports minister Hannah Yeoh (centre) at the Asean sports industry expo in Shah Alam today. (Bernama pic) SHAH ALAM: Malaysia aims to become a regional hub for sports technology and innovation by which...
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Tourism Malaysia launches Malaysia Week 2025 at The Mall Gadong
Tourism Malaysia officially launched Malaysia Week 2025, a two-day tourism showcase held from 18 to 19 October 2025 at The Mall, Gadong. The event highlights Malaysia’s vibrant tourism offerings while reaffirming the country’s commitment to...
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MCPF offers psychological support to tackle school bullying in Malaysia
KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysia Crime Prevention Foundation stands ready to provide psychological and counselling support services for both victims and perpetrators of school bullying. MCPF senior vice-chairman Datuk Sri Ayub Yaakob stated this...
First Matta Muslim-Friendly Travel Fair 2025 opens today
KUALA LUMPUR: The Matta Muslim-Friendly Travel Fair 2025 (MFTF 2025) will position Malaysia as the global leader in Muslim-friendly tourism as 245 million Muslims are expected to travel the world and spend USD235bil in 2030, says the Tourism, Arts...
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We blame social media. We preach morality. And still, Malaysia gets its school crisis wrong — Khoo Ying Hooi
OCTOBER 18 — Malaysia’s schools have been shaken in recent months by a series of disturbing incidents that go far beyond the usual headlines of exam leaks or administrative mismanagement. A 16-year-old girl was stabbed to death in her school....
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Brett Lee, Tamim Iqbal to mentor teams in first edition of Malaysia T20 League
New Delhi [India], October 18 (ANI): Malaysia is set to take centre stage on the global cricket map with the launch of the Malaysia T20 League, the region's first professional T20 franchise competition, developed by the Malaysian Cricket...
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Major Road Closures As Kuala Lumpur Enters Total Lockdown For ASEAN Summit 2025
Kuala Lumpur is bracing for an extraordinary security lockdown as the city prepares to host the 47th ASEAN Summit from 26th to 28th October 2025. The upcoming event, which will see world leaders, including U.S. President Donald Trump, gathering in...
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Chief Secretary: Children’s education a shared responsibility, not just teachers’ duty
PEKAN, Oct 18 — Chief Secretary to the Government (KSN) Tan Sri Shamsul Azri Abu Bakar emphasised that the responsibility of educating children does not rest solely on teachers but must be shared collectively with parents and the community. He...
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