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Malaysia to introduce newly designed passport and identity card within 6 months: Minister

Malaysia will introduce a newly designed passport and identity card (MyKad) with additional security features within six months, said Malaysian Home Minister Saifuddin Nasution Ismail on Thursday (Jan 8).

3-year-old girl jumps out of moving car in Malaysia, gets 20 stitches

A three-year-old toddler in Malaysia received 20 stitches after she reportedly jumped out of a moving car driven by her teacher on her first day of school.

'Lepak a bit,' PPP chairman Derrick Sim jokingly tells Malaysia PM Anwar Ibrahim as ringgit strengthens

Singapore politician Derrick Sim thinks Malaysian prime minister Anwar Ibrahim is one of the best the latter country has seen in a "long, long time".

Cutlery, trays and coins: Rising silver prices send Malaysians hunting for 'poor man's gold'

KUALA LUMPUR – The assayer's office of Mr Abdul Shukor Anuar in the bustling suburb of Setapak in the Malaysian capital has never been livelier.

Airfares from Singapore to Malaysia soar up to 6 times during CNY period; train tickets sold out

Getting his hands on flight tickets to return to his home town in Ipoh, Malaysia, during Chinese New Year is a feat that Mr Tan Yik Xuan has to pull off every year.

Long queues at Johor land checkpoints after autogate glitch; official denies up to 10,000 affected

A technical glitch at the two Malaysian land checkpoints with Singapore reportedly left thousands of foreign travellers stranded for up to two hours on Saturday (Jan 10).

Littering offence: Johor agency says action will be taken against foreigners for defaulting on punishment

The Johor chapter of Malaysia's Solid Waste and Public Cleansing Management Corporation (SWCorp) has vowed a no compromise approach in its fight against public littering offences.

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Malaysia driver nearly collides with Singapore-registered car making illegal U-turn in JB

A driver was startled when a Singapore-registered car travelling in front abruptly cut into his lane and made a U-turn on a one-way road in Johor Bahru.

Johor Road Rage Goes Viral: Police Hunt for Fighters After Wild Brawl Caught on Camera

A shocking road rage incident in Johor has taken social media by storm, with police now scrambling to identify the fighters involved in a wild public brawl.

Malaysian Boy with Rare Condition Gets Life-Changing Gift After Heartbreaking Video Goes Viral

A heartwarming story of human kindness has emerged from Malaysia, where a 5-year-old boy born without knees and calves has received custom-made walkers from generous donors after his struggles touched millions online.

Ceiling Collapse at Johor Bahru's KSL City Mall Sparks Chaos, No Injuries Reported

Shocking scenes unfolded at Johor Bahru's bustling KSL City Mall over the weekend when a section of the ceiling suddenly gave way, sending shoppers scrambling for safety. The dramatic incident, captured in multiple viral videos, occurred on Saturday evening (March 8), according to reports from Malaysian media outlets Oriental Daily and China Press.

Johor Invests RM5 Billion to End Water Reliance on Singapore by 2030

The Johor state government is making a massive RM5 billion (S$1.5 billion) investment in water infrastructure to eliminate Malaysia's dependence on Singapore for treated water within the next five years. This ambitious plan aims to secure Johor's long-term water supply while supporting rapid industrial growth.

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Malaysian Woman Returns to Car Trapped in Middle of Nighttime Food Market

In an amusing turn of events, a Malaysian woman experienced every driver's nightmare when she returned to her vehicle - only to discover it had become the centerpiece of a bustling outdoor dining scene.

Dramatic Oil Fire Erupts at Malaysia Ramadan Bazaar Due to Leaky Tarp

A terrifying oil fire broke out suddenly at a fried food stall in Melaka, Malaysia, after rainwater leaked through a tarp onto hot cooking oil. The dramatic incident, captured on video during the busy Ramadan bazaar on March 12, shows flames engulfing the entire stall within seconds.

Malaysia Greenlights New MH370 Search Deal with Ocean Infinity in Southern Indian Ocean

KUALA LUMPUR — In a renewed effort to solve one of aviation's most baffling mysteries, Malaysia has finalized an agreement with deep-sea exploration company Ocean Infinity to restart the search for Malaysia Airlines Flight MH370, Transport Minister Loke Siew Fook announced on Wednesday (March 19).

Malaysian Man Faces Court After Slapping Non-Muslim During Ramadan

A 65-year-old Malaysian man has been charged in court after allegedly slapping a young non-Muslim man for eating in public during Ramadan, sparking nationwide discussions about religious tolerance.

Lorry Driver Denies Drug-Driving Charges in Fatal JB Crash That Killed Singaporean Boy

A 57-year-old lorry driver has pleaded not guilty to driving under the influence of drugs following a tragic accident in Johor Baru that claimed the life of a seven-year-old Singaporean boy.