No More Flight Tickets Required: JPJ Ends Travel-Proof Rule for Physical Driving Licences in Malaysia
Malaysians can now breathe easier when applying for a physical driving licence. The Road Transport Department (JPJ) has officially scrapped…
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PM Announces Mandatory Constitution and History Education for All Malaysian University Students
Starting this year, all Malaysian university students, whether in public or private institutions, will be required to study the Federal…
Tourism Body Defends Visa-Free Policy, Says Illegal Work by Tourists Is Rare and Must Be Penalized
The Malaysian Inbound Tourism Association (Mita) has dismissed claims that the country’s visa-free policy is allowing foreign nationals to flood…
Malaysia Set to Welcome 1.5 Million Indian Tourists in 2025, Strengthening a Growing Travel Bond
Malaysia is gearing up for an impressive milestone this year, expecting 1.5 million tourist arrivals from India, driven by robust…
South-east Asia Floods Turn Deadly: Deaths Exceed 160 as Rescuers Race to Reach Stranded Communities
The devastating floods across South-east Asia have claimed at least 161 lives as authorities scramble to rescue stranded citizens, restore…
Malaysia Braces for Rare Tropical Storm ‘Senyar’: Authorities Urge Preparedness as Heavy Rain, Strong Winds and Flood Risks Loom
Malaysia is on high alert as the country prepares for a rare tropical storm, Senyar, which was detected north of…
From Passports to MyDigital ID: Malaysia to Roll Out Social Media Verification by Mid-2026, Says Fahmi
The Malaysian government is moving towards a safer and more responsible digital environment. By the second quarter of 2026, all…
Malaysia Posts RM0.7 Billion Services Surplus for First Time in 14 Years; Anwar Credits Fiscal Discipline
In a historic economic milestone, Malaysia’s services sector has recorded a RM0.7 billion surplus in the third quarter of 2025,…
Male Civil Servants Can Finally Loosen Up: JPA Drops Necktie Requirement at Work
In a move that reflects a more modern and people-centric work culture, Malaysia’s Public Service Department (JPA) has officially announced…
Peace & Prosperity Must Walk Together: Khaled’s Message at ASEAN–China Defence Luncheon
Defence Minister Datuk Seri Mohamed Khaled Nordin delivered a powerful and timely reminder during the ASEAN–China Defence Ministers’ Luncheon in…