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app.buzzsumo.comMalaysia Installs Canopy Bridges for Dusky Langurs in Penang
Conservationists in Penang state are building canopy bridges to help endangered dusky langurs cross roads and reach additional habitat. The project also involves citizen science efforts to monitor the primates.
South China Morning PostAnimal Rights Group Urges Vegan Meals at Malaysian Prison Holding Former Prime Minister
People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals sent a letter on Tuesday to the director of Kajang Prison asking that former prime minister Najib Razak and other inmates receive vegan meals. The group stated that such a policy could reduce costs, improve health, and promote non-viole…
South China Morning PostMalaysia Reports Over 1,000 Sexual Harassment Complaints by Male Victims Since 2024
The Women, Family and Community Development Ministry recorded more than 1,000 complaints from male victims through its mechanisms since 2024. Police data show total reported sexual harassment cases rose from 477 in 2022 to 1,038 in 2025. Malaysia's Anti-Sexual Harassment Act, ena…
al-monitor.comMalaysia Secures Fuel Supply Through End of July
Malaysia's state energy firm Petronas assured the economy ministry that fuel stocks will last through July. Economy Minister Akmal Nasir said power reserves can meet current electricity demand.
FortuneMalaysia Orders TikTok to Address Content Targeting King
Malaysian regulators directed TikTok to explain its handling of material about the royal family. The Communications and Multimedia Commission cited videos and images it described as offensive and defamatory.
South China Morning PostDocumentary on 100-Year-Old Former Malaysian PM Mahathir Mohamad Wins Silver Medal at German Festival
The 100-year-old former Malaysian prime minister, who served more than 24 years in office, said he does not care about his legacy or being called a dictator. In the 65-minute film My Name is Mahathir, he discussed his transformation of Malaysia’s economy and his clash with curren…
South China Morning PostMalaysia Considers Legal Action After Norway Blocks Missile Export
Malaysia is weighing legal action after Norway blocked the export of Naval Strike Missiles ordered in 2018 for its littoral combat ship programme. The government said the last-minute decision came after the contract had proceeded without issue and payments were made on schedule.…
theindependent.sgMalaysia Anti-Graft Chief Set to End Six-Year Term With Two Investigations Pending
The head of Malaysia's anti-graft agency is scheduled to complete his six-year term. Two investigations linked to him and the agency remain unresolved. The developments were reported on May 12, 2026.
South China Morning PostEx-Proton CEO Says Malays Should End Reliance on Aid, Faces Online Criticism Over Company’s State Support
Syed Zainal Abidin Syed Tahir told the inaugural Musyawarah Nasional dialogue on Sunday that Malays must replace a “mentality of waiting for aid” with personal initiative. The former Proton chief, now non-executive chairman of Dagang NeXchange, said the community should stop blam…
bgr.inMalaysia Studies Actions Against Meta Over Fake Accounts Involving Malay Rulers
Malaysia is examining possible measures against Meta for not sufficiently addressing fake accounts related to the country's Malay rulers. Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil said the government is reviewing options following a report by national news agency Bernama. The developm…
South China Morning PostMalaysia Unveils Four Recovered 1MDB Paintings Valued at $198,125 at Anti-Corruption Headquarters
Four paintings linked to the 1MDB scandal, including works by Picasso and Miro, were displayed publicly for the first time at Malaysia's anti-corruption headquarters in Putrajaya. The artworks, repatriated from New York last month, represent a portion of assets recovered from the…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewDrone Vendors Target Southeast Asian Markets at Kuala Lumpur Defence Exhibition
Vendors from around the world gathered at the Defence Services Asia exhibition in Kuala Lumpur last week to pursue deals amid growing interest in unmanned aerial vehicles from Southeast Asia's defence ministries. A UAE-based firm showcased its high-performance helicopter drone, h…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewMalaysia's King to Appoint New MACC Chief as Azam Baki's Term Ends Next Month
Malaysia's king stated he will choose the next head of the anti-corruption agency, confirming that Azam Baki's term will not be renewed next month. The announcement came via a social media post on April 23, 2026. No immediate comments were available from palace, government, or ag…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewOver 300 Foreign Nationals Arrive in Malaysia Seeking Justice in $25 Billion Fraud Case
More than 300 foreign nationals, mostly from mainland China, arrived in Malaysia on April 21, 2026, after losing over 8 billion ringgit to a fraudulent scheme. The scam, named High Inspirations and run by a Penang-based Malaysian, operated for over three years with promises of up…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewTurkish Defense Firms Sign Agreements with Malaysia at DSA 2026 Expo
Turkish defense companies announced multiple contracts and cooperation deals with Malaysian entities during the DSA 2026 defense exposition in Kuala Lumpur. The agreements cover areas including missiles, satellite communications, and artificial intelligence. These developments bu…
theedgemarkets.comViTrox Cofounder Rejoins Malaysia's Richest Ranks Amid AI Chip Demand Growth
A cofounder of Malaysian company ViTrox has rejoined the ranks of Malaysia's richest people, driven by increased demand for chip inspection equipment during the AI boom. ViTrox specializes in semiconductor chip inspection technology, and its value has risen due to this trend. For…