Round-the-clock breaking news from Malaysia.
Big Bad Wolf, Malaysia's largest book fair, has opened in Alor Setar with state officials highlighting its role in fostering reading habits and improving English language skills among young Malaysians.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim announced a government programme providing 100,000 youths aged 18-30 with free three-month AI software subscriptions after completing digital training modules, part of Malaysia's AI Nation 2030 vision.
Sultan Nazrin Shah presented decorations, medals and certificates to 239 scouts at a ceremony in Ipoh, as the Scouts Association of Malaysia undertakes major rebranding and prepares for its centenary.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has urged Malaysians to reject divisive politics and outdated thinking that breeds hatred, emphasising that the nation's progress depends on youth unity and commitment to skills development.
Malaysia's Academy in Industry programme bridges the gap between education and employment by placing young people in real workplace environments while they earn nationally recognised skills credentials, with an 88.7% employment success rate.
Hannah Yeoh, Minister in the Prime Minister's Department for Federal Territories, has been proclaimed president of the Federal Territories State Scouts Council, committing RM20,000 to enhance scouting activities in the region.
Pahang's new RM30 million Youth and Sports Complex in Kuantan will open to the public next month following trial operations. The facility features a gymnasium, sports courts, skatepark, and climbing walls.
Brampton Soccer Club, which developed key Canadian national team players, has lost its Ontario provincial license, threatening the traditional pathway that transforms local talent into international competitors.
Harris Daniel Hermee, 28, and SS Mayuri, 30, have been recognised as outstanding young leaders at the 2026 Melaka State-level National Youth Awards for their contributions to youth development and community service.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has stressed that effective leadership requires continuous learning and adaptation alongside unwavering commitment to fundamental values, trust, and moral integrity.
%22%2F%3E%3C%2Fpattern%3E%3C%2Fdefs%3E%3Crect%20width%3D%22100%25%22%20height%3D%22100%25%22%20fill%3D%22url(%23ph2hoe2g)%22%2F%3E%3Crect%20width%3D%22100%25%22%20height%3D%22100%25%22%20fill%3D%22url(%23ph2hoe2p)%22%2F%3E%3Ctext%20x%3D%2250%25%22%20y%3D%2250%25%22%20text-anchor%3D%22middle%22%20dominant-baseline%3D%22central%22%20fill%3D%22rgba(255%2C255%2C255%2C0.95)%22%20font-family%3D%22Georgia%2C%20'Times%20New%20Roman'%2C%20serif%22%20font-weight%3D%22700%22%20font-size%3D%22320%22%20letter-spacing%3D%22-0.02em%22%3EAyna%3C%2Ftext%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E)
Pakatan Harapan candidate Ayna Soraya Badaruddin has proposed converting Pantai Seri Menanti into a youth-oriented fishing and leisure hub to boost local economic activity and community engagement in the Sungai Balang constituency.
Malaysia's junior men's hockey team has departed for Japan to play five test matches against Japanese opposition, building momentum before competing in the 2026 Men's Junior Asia Cup in China from September 4-13.
The Royal Malaysia Police has broadened its character and discipline-building programme to primary schools throughout Kuala Lumpur, building on demonstrated success in secondary education where disciplinary issues and student crime have declined significantly.