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Datuk Dr. Mohd. Puad Zarkashi resigned from UMNO today, alleging that Menteri Besar Onn Hafiz Ghazi personally told him the Johor Royal Palace ordered the June 1 state assembly dissolution — raising serious constitutional questions just two days before nomination day.
Bersatu's logo redesign may help the party reduce its perceived dependency on PAS, according to political analysts. However, the party still faces significant operational hurdles in upcoming elections.
Former Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak is set to undergo a medical intervention to address arterial plaque buildup, according to an announcement by his wife, Datin Seri Rosmah Mansor.
Umno vice-president Khaled Nordin has urged voters in Negeri Sembilan to completely reject Bersatu at the ballot box, aiming to replicate the party's decisive defeat in Johor and undermine its footing before the next general election.
Twenty-eight Malaysian entrepreneurs and brand leaders were recognised at the G Forty Top 40 The Eight Selections Award 2026 ceremony, organised by G Media Asia with support from Media Prima OMNiA.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has urged Malaysian youth to deeply appreciate the sacrifices made during the nation's independence struggle, warning against taking hard-won freedoms for granted.
Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has articulated Malaysia's long-term aspiration to host the FIFA World Cup, while expressing hope that the national football team will qualify to represent Southeast Asia at the prestigious tournament.
A Barisan Nasional polling centre in Klawang has been shut in protest after the coalition ceded the seat to Perikatan Nasional, signalling internal friction within the electoral arrangement, Umno's state chief revealed.
Negeri Sembilan Umno chief Jalaluddin Alias has expressed appreciation for Perikatan Nasional's support of Barisan Nasional's leadership ambitions in the state, signalling continued political cooperation.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has cautioned government ministers and leaders to balance their campaign involvement with their public duties, warning against abuse of state resources and improper conduct.
Malaysian authorities have remanded a 33-year-old activist in Seremban for two days following his return from Thailand. The detention relates to an investigation the police are conducting, though specific charges remain undisclosed.
Melaka has clinched four Malaysia Book of Records recognitions in tourism within three years. Chief Minister Ab Rauf Yusoh pledged to convert these accolades into tangible economic benefits and new tourism products for the state.
Samsung Electronics has eliminated hundreds of positions at its US consumer electronics operations in New Jersey and Texas ahead of relocating its Americas headquarters to Plano. Most affected workers received relocation offers, though others were terminated.
Malaysian singer Faizal Tahir's composition 'Aku Berjanji' has been designated as the official theme song for Malaysia's 2026 National Month celebrations, marking a significant cultural contribution from the veteran performer.
Malaysia's Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Ministry will expand the Rahmah MADANI Sales Programme, currently held nine times monthly, to help ease rising consumer goods prices and support households struggling with affordability.
Britain's next Prime Minister Andy Burnham will abandon the UK's digital ID initiative, redirecting funds toward easing the cost-of-living crisis and decentralising government authority.
Kuwait's armed forces are actively defending against incoming missiles and drones fired by Iran, with explosions reported across the country as air defence systems engage targets.
Bahrain activated air raid alerts on Sunday as Iran continued launching missiles and drones at Gulf targets, escalating a cycle of retaliation with Washington despite earlier peace efforts.
Thailand has implemented stricter criminal record verification procedures requiring fingerprints for foreign nationals across nine application categories, including permanent residence, employment, and civil service positions, marking a significant tightening of identity confirmation protocols.