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NEWS | No Signs Of Bullying In Seremban School Death
NEWS | No Signs Of Bullying In Seremban School Death episode artwork
Today at 4:21 AM

Authorities are currently investigating the case


NEWS | JPJ Shifting Away From Physical Roadblocks
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Yesterday at 1:05 AM

Department will start using more tech like high-def cameras and number plate recognition software


NEWS | Group Calls For More Protection For E-Hailing Drivers
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Last Thursday at 3:00 AM

Stronger action is needed amid rising cases of violence and robbery against them


Cabinet Greenlights Malaysia Transport Safety Board
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Last Tuesday at 3:18 AM

It will probe the causes of transport-related accidents across various sectors.


NEWS | No More RM1 ATM Fee
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Last Monday at 10:03 AM

Banks in the country will waive the RM1 fee for interbank cash withdrawals at ATMs and SRMs nationwide starting in July.



NEWS | Don't Delay Reporting Sexual Misconduct In Schools
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Last Sunday at 4:19 AM

MOE says don't wait until matters become viral before taking action


NEWS | Johor & N.Sembilan SEPARATE Election Dates Announced
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06/12/2026

The Election Commission has announced that state elections for Johor and Negeri Sembilan will be held on separate dates.  


NEWS | Bukit Aman: MyDigital ID Can Help Combat Scams
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06/10/2026

The head of Bukit Aman’s Commercial Crime Investigation Department says the system’s security features that can minimize risks like data leaks and identity theft. 


NEWS | Gunung Batu Putih Hiker In Stable Condition
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06/07/2026

The hiker who was rescued from Gunung Batu Putih, Perak is now in stable condition in hospital after sustaining several minor injuries.   


Small Steps to Address Climate Change
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06/05/2026

This World Environment Day, find out what you can do at home to start making a meaningful impact.


NEWS | Now Available: 10-Year Passports (& Increased Fines)
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06/04/2026

There are new regulations for Malaysian passports.  



NEWS | Search For Missing Hiker Scaled Down
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06/04/2026

Cops to continue keeping a close eye on the latest developments


NEWS | Over 100 Drowning Deaths So Far This Year
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06/03/2026

The Fire and Rescue Department has recorded 114 drowning deaths so far this year.


NEWS | MOT Wants Swift Probe Into Simpang Renggam Crash
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06/03/2026

Ministry says there is no compromise for reckless driving, after accident claims five lives


NEWS | 24-Hr Perkeso Coverage In Effect
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06/01/2026

It is activated automatically for existing contributors


NEWS | Don't Spread Fake News About Ministries, Govt Agencies
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05/31/2026

Public Service Department says action will be taken against those who tarnish the image of the civil service


NEWS | RM100 Book Vouchers For Students
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05/29/2026

All secondary school students under the Education Ministry and students at public universities nationwide will receive RM100 book vouchers. 


NEWS | Task Force To Probe LRT Derailment
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05/29/2026

MOT takes the matter very seriously as it involves passenger safety


NEWS | MARA Takes Allegations Seriously
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05/28/2026

MARA will not compromise on student safety and welfare, especially in cases of sexual misconduct involving teachers at its institutions. 


NEWS | Private Hospitals Have Enough Medicine
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05/28/2026

They've not reported any disruptions yet due to the West Asia conflict


NEWS | Social Media Age Verification And Digital Education Must Go Hand-In-Hand
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05/27/2026

MCCA says the Online Safety Act’s age verification system for social media must be accompanied by comprehensive digital education.   


NEWS | Upgraded Passport Rollout Postponed
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05/26/2026

You'll have to wait a little longer to issue a new, enhanced passport.  


NEWS | Stay Safe On The Road Over The Holidays
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05/26/2026

Bukit Aman has some advice for those who are driving to their hometowns or holiday destinations


NEWS | Malaysia's Medicine Stock Stable Despite Iran War
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05/25/2026

Malaysia’s supply of medicines and medical devices remains stable and sufficient. 


NEWS | M'sian GSF Volunteers Arrive Home
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05/25/2026

One member of the delegation is still being treated in Turkiye


NEWS | Careful About Posting Crime Vids On Social Media
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05/24/2026

Send them in straight to the cops to avoid disrupting investigations


NEWS | Publish Sex Offenders Registry Proposal Still In Talks
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05/22/2026

The proposal to establish a public sex offenders registry is still in discussions.  


NEWS | M'sian GSF Activists To Return On Sunday
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05/22/2026

They're currently being taken to Turkiye for processing and repatriation


NEWS | Authorities: Stop Evading Tolls!
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05/21/2026

Authorities issued over two thousand letters of demand regarding toll evasion cases along two major highways over the past two years.  


NEWS | No Issues Using MyKad For Social Media Verification
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05/21/2026

The document is already being used for such purposes for e-wallets and digital services


NEWS | More Malaysians Switching To Public Transport
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05/20/2026

Rapid Rail says more Malaysians are now switching from driving to taking public transport.  


NEWS | Govt Repeats Demand For Release Of GSF Activists
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05/20/2026

The Malaysian nationals were in international waters when they were intercepted by Israeli forces


NEWS | Male Sexual Harassment Cases On The Rise
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05/19/2026

More men are now coming forward to report that they're being sexually harassed.  


NEWS | M'sian GSF Activists Detained By Israel
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05/19/2026

Their flotilla was intercepted off the coast of Cyprus


NEWS | M'sian Workers Found To Be Obese
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05/18/2026

Many also suffer from diabetes, hypertension and high cholesterol


NEWS | Govt Stepping Up Safe Internet Campaign To Tackle Scams
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05/17/2026

More than RM2.7bil have been lost to scams last year


NEWS | Malaysia's Population Hits 34.4 Mil
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05/15/2026

Males also outnumber females


NEWS | Switch To New MyKad Won't Affect Govt Assistance
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05/14/2026

You'll still get access to things like Budi 95 and SARA


NEWS | MOH Ready To Include Hantavirus Tracker To MySejahtera
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05/13/2026

There's still no indication the virus is spreading beyond Western countries


NEWS | Social Media DM Restrictions For Under-16's Soon?
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05/12/2026

There could soon be new direct messaging restrictions for social media users under the age of 16.