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AI governance to be tightened with sweeping new legislation, enhanced enforcement

Government in final stages of drafting AI Governance Bill as authorities bolster cybersecurity laws, deepfake detection and ethical safeguards

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Sharp rise in ‘maid scammer’ fraud seen as Parliament urges tougher action

Unlicensed domestic worker recruitment syndicates drive losses of over RM260,000; government promises stricter enforcement and cross-agency crackdowns

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Govt assures adequate supplies in flood-hit states as relief operations intensify

Government says stockpiles remain stable; emergency operations rooms activated to monitor disruptions and coordinate deliveries

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ASEAN agrees on vision for trusted and inclusive e-commerce ecosystem by 2030

Regional leaders and industry stakeholders commit to enhancing transparency, accountability, and digital inclusivity across Southeast Asia

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Washington-Kyiv forge revised peace blueprint as concerns mount over concessions to Moscow

US-backed plan requires Ukraine to cede territory, limit military, renounce NATO ambitions while European leaders seek better deal for Kyiv before Trump's Thurs...

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China condemns Japan over Taiwan comments, warning of escalation in diplomatic row

Japan's PM Takaichi says Japan open to dialogue with China while its Foreign Minister Wang Yi criticises Japan’s leader for “wrong signal” on Taiwan, escalating...

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Man dies after alleged beating and stabbing at Seremban entertainment centre

Police investigate after victim, chased and attacked by a group, succumbs to injuries; CCTV footage of the incident circulates online

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Floods in Hatyai trigger surge of Malaysians returning via Bukit Kayu Hitam

Traffic entering Malaysia through Bukit Kayu Hitam spiked on Sunday as Malaysians stranded by severe flooding in Hatyai made their way home, while outbound trav...

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Anwar praises Kenya’s ‘remarkable leadership’ on poverty and housing during Nairobi visit

Malaysia’s premier lauds Kenya’s sweeping affordable housing push and affirms stronger bilateral cooperation as trade between both nations continues to rise

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Ringgit opens firmer against greenback amid mixed U.S. Fed signals

Local currency edges higher as investors remain cautious following diverging comments from Federal Reserve officials on interest rate policy

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Petronas denies sponsorship claims over Bangladesh football league

National oil and gas company clarifies it has no involvement with foreign league amid social media rumours and public speculation

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PM receives state welcome in Kenya, strengthening bilateral ties

Anwar Ibrahim meets President William Ruto for high-level talks and oversees signing of key agreements, with focus on trade, tourism, and education