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Shah Alam Line: Govt to seek audience with Selangor Ruler to provide explanation, says Transport Minister

KUALA LUMPUR: The Madani government will seek an audience with the Sultan of Selangor, Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah, to provide further clarification on the LRT3 Shah Alam Line, following the Ruler's remarks on the project's cost and delays.

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Fire razes four shoplots in Penang's Jalan Perak

GEORGE TOWN: An afternoon fire gutted 16 premises along Jalan Perak here.

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Govt offers 10% home purchase discount during Asean Real Estate Conference 2026

KUALA LUMPUR: The government is offering a 10% discount on home purchases during the Asean Real Estate Conference (Arec) 2026, which will be held at the Malaysia International Trade and Exhibition Centre (MITEC) from July 29 to Aug 1.

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Johor Polls: Muhyiddin warns low Malay voter turnout could determine election outcome

KOTA TINGGI: Bersatu president Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin has called on Malay voters to turn out in large numbers on polling day, saying low voter turnout among the community could determine the outcome of the Johor state election.

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Johor Polls: Fahmi cautions voters over digital sabotage, fake accounts

MUAR: Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil has warned voters to be alert to digital sabotage tactics, after attempts to set up fake accounts using candidates' images to spread misinformation during the Johor state election campaign.

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Malaysia assures Belgium that South China Sea will remain open

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia has assured Belgium that maritime access through the South China Sea will remain open, saying Asean remains committed to maintaining peace, neutrality, and open access in the region amid heightened concerns over global shipping disruptions

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Malaysia seeks stronger, forward-looking partnership with New Zealand, says High Commissioner

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia's newly appointed High Commissioner to New Zealand Abu Bakar Mamat has pledged to work closely with the New Zealand government to elevate bilateral relations. 

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Lorry driver, assistant killed after crashing into stalled car in Kulai

KULAI: A lorry driver and his assistant were killed on the spot after losing control of the vehicle, crashing into a stalled car on the right side of the road.

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Johor Polls: Come home to vote, says Fahmi

MUAR: Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil has urged Johor voters living and working outside the state to return home to fulfil their civic responsibility in the 16th Johor State Election on July 11.

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Johor polls: Indian community's votes key for Pakatan victory, says Gunaraj

JOHOR BARU: The Indian community has been called on to back Pakatan Harapan in the Johor state election to ensure political stability, the continuation of the Madani reform agenda, and sustained economic development.

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Malaysia to enhance cooperation with BFA in various fields, says PM

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia will continue to work closely with the Boao Forum for Asia (BFA) in the areas of trade and investment, digital transformation, artificial intelligence (AI), energy transition, food security, education and talent development, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.

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RM66mil wildlife crossing in Johor to be ready by Feb 2028

JOHOR BARU: The RM66mil wildlife crossing project in Jalan Kahang-Mersing is expected to be completed in February 2028 and is believed to be able to reduce wildlife collisions, thus protecting property and saving the lives of road users.

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Lim Guan Eng, Tony Pua explain LRT3 revision

KLANG: Former finance minister Lim Guan Eng and his former aide Tony Pua have given an explanation regarding the revision of the LRT3 project budget during the former's tenure.

Sabah & Sarawak

Labuan airport operations disrupted again after suspected WWII bomb found near runway

LABUAN: Operations at Labuan Airport were disrupted on Thursday (July 2) after an old bomb, believed to be from the Second World War, was found at 3.45pm about 200m from the airport runway on land owned by the Air Force near Kerupang.

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HR Ministry aspires to convert PTPK loans into grants, says Ramanan

KUALA LUMPUR: The Human Resources Ministry intends to convert the financing of the Skills Development Fund Corporation (PTPK) into grants, instead of loans as it is currently.

Sabah & Sarawak

Any increase to special grant under Article 112D is welcomed, says Abang Jo

KUCHING: Sarawak welcomes any increase in its special grant under Article 112D of the Federal Constitution, says Premier Tan Sri Abang Johari Openg.

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Elephants in Japan zoo gain weight, adapting well, says Taiping council president

IPOH: The three Malaysian elephants currently housed at Tennoji Zoo in Osaka, Japan, have gained weight, says the Taiping Municipal Council.

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Johor polls: Bersama to hold online event to reach Johoreans working in Singapore, says Rafizi

KULAI: Parti Bersama Malaysia is looking into organising an online event targeting Johoreans working in Singapore as part of its election campaign.

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Malaysia reaffirms counter-terrorism commitment at high-level UN conference

KUALA LUMPUR: The Home Ministry has strengthened Malaysia's commitment on the global stage through the active participation of the country's delegation in the Fourth United Nations (UN) High-Level Conference on Countering Terrorism at the UN Headquarters in New York.

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MyCC to offer cash rewards, penalty cuts to tackle cartels

KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysia Competition Commission (MyCC) will be empowered to offer cash rewards to whistleblowers and grant greater reductions in financial penalties to enterprises that admit liability early under the Competition (Amendment) Bill 2026, aimed at strengthening action against cartel activities.