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Malaysia's 5G performance reflects rapid expansion and strong user growth

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec. 16 -- Malaysia's communications regulator has pushed back against a recent report showing a decline in 5G speeds, arguing that the moderation is a natural consequence of rapid expan... Read More


EC sets Jan 24 polling day for Kinabatangan, Lamag by-elections

KOTA KINABALU, Dec. 16 -- The Election Commission (EC) has fixed January 24, 2026, as polling day for the dual by-elections for the Kinabatangan parliamentary seat and the Sabah state seat of Lamag, f... Read More


Acoustic maestro Amir Jahari to bring Sarawakian touch to 'Dondang Sayang' at SEA Games closing ceremony

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec. 16 -- Award-winning Malaysian singer-songwriter and composer Amir Jahari is ending his year with a bang as he will be performing at the closing ceremony of the SEA Games Thailand 20... Read More


Hybe goes global with Tyla: New African venture signals expansion beyond K-pop

SEOUL, Dec. 16 -- Hybe has reportedly formed a new joint venture, NFO LLC, and entered a global management partnership with South African singer-songwriter Tyla, as the K-pop powerhouse steps up its e... Read More


Sarawak forms new multi-agency committee to tackle bullying

KUCHING, Dec. 16 -- The Sarawak Social Development Council (MPS) will establish the Sarawak Bullying Management Committee (SBMC) to strengthen prevention, intervention, and monitoring efforts through ... Read More


Beyfortus (Nirsevimab) now available in Malaysia to help protect all infants against RSV disease

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec. 16 -- Sanofi and AstraZeneca's Beyfortus (Nirsevimab) is now approved by the National Pharmaceutical Regulatory Agency (NPRA) and is available for the prevention of respiratory sync... Read More


'No compromise': Police assure full, transparent probe into Durian Tunggal triple shooting in Melaka, says Anwar

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec. 16 -- Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said Inspector-General of Police Datuk Seri Mohd Khalid Ismail has assured him that the investigation into last month's fatal shooting ... Read More


Air Selangor named one of world's top 3 'outstanding' water utilities for climate action

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec. 16 -- Air Selangor has been named one of the top three "Outstanding Utilities" in the world by the International Water Association (IWA), which recognises exceptional climate leader... Read More


Costly distraction: Man crashes Porsche in Kuala Langat after dropping phone

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec. 16 -- A moment of distraction proved costly for a Porsche Panamera driver in Kuala Langat yesterday after he lost control of his car and crashed while trying to retrieve his dropped... Read More


Slower 5G speeds a sign of success, not weakness, says MCMC in rebuttal to Ookla report

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec. 16 -- Malaysia's communications regulator has pushed back against a recent report showing a decline in 5G speeds, arguing that the moderation is a natural consequence of rapid expan... Read More