Malaysia has introduced new regulations preventing children under the age of 16 from creating accounts on major social media platforms, as part of efforts to strengthen online safety and protect minors from harmful digital content. Read More: Malaysia to ban social media for under-16 users from next year The new rules took effect on Monday and require social […]
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Malaysia edge Pakistan 3-2 in thrilling U-18 Asia Cup clash
Malaysia defeated Pakistan 3-2 in a thrilling encounter of the Men’s Under-18 Asia Cup 2026 being played in Kakamigahara, Japan. The tournament, organized by the Asian Hockey Federation, is being held from May 29 to June 6. In a closely contested match, Malaysia secured a hard-fought 3-2 victory over Pakistan. For Pakistan, Muzammil opened the […]
China’s Li Shifeng defends Malaysia Masters title
China’s Li Shifeng defended his Malaysia Masters men’s singles crown with a one-sided 21-16, 21-17 victory over Thailand’s Panitchaphon Teeraratsakul in Kuala Lumpur on Sunday. The 26-year-old becomes the second men’s singles shuttler to win back-to-back titles after Malaysian great Lee Chong Wei, who won four in a row (2009-2012). World number seven Li dominated […]
Beaconhouse international convention unites six countries in Malaysia
The Beaconhouse International Student Convention was held in Malaysia this February, bringing together students from Beaconhouse schools in Malaysia, Oman, Pakistan, Thailand, the Philippines, and the UAE. Over two days in Kuala Lumpur, students competed and collaborated through a shared international forum that reflects the global footprint of the Beaconhouse network. Held under the theme […]
CNS Admiral Naveed Ashraf undertakes official visit to Malaysia
Reflecting Pakistan Navy’s commitment to cooperative maritime security and naval diplomacy, Chief of the Naval Staff (CNS) Admiral Naveed Ashraf undertook an official visit to Malaysia and called on the leadership of the Royal Malaysian Navy. The visit commenced at Royal Malaysian Navy Headquarters, where Admiral Naveed Ashraf was received by the Chief of the […]
Malaysia’s ex-army chief, wife charged with corruption
KUALA LUMPUR: A former Malaysian army chief and his wife were charged on Thursday with money laundering, part of a sweeping corruption investigation into military procurement contracts, authorities said. Read More: Malaysian former army chief and family held in corruption probe Muhammad Hafizuddeain Jantan, 57, and his wife Salwani Anuar, 26, pleaded not guilty to allegations […]
Malaysians joke about being ‘next Venezuela’ after US embassy’s satellite post
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysians took to social media with a mix of humour and mild concern after the United States embassy in Kuala Lumpur shared a striking satellite image of the country on its official channels. The image, taken in 2016 from the International Space Station, showed dramatic lightning flares over Malaysia — a photo the […]
Malaysian former army chief and family held in corruption probe
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysian authorities have arrested a former army chief, Muhammad Hafizuddeain Jantan, along with his two wives, in connection with a corruption investigation into a military procurement project. The arrests were part of a broader probe that included five detentions on Wednesday, the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) said. Read More: Former corps commander found dead near Do […]
Malaysia’s centenarian ex-PM Mahathir hospitalised after fall
Kuala Lumpur: Malaysia’s 100-year-old former prime minister, Mahathir Mohamad, was Hospitalized on Tuesday after suffering a fall at his residence, his aide confirmed to AFP. Mahathir, who has experienced health issues in recent years, was admitted to the National Heart Institute for observation following the incident. Read More: Malaysia in turmoil as PM Mahathir Mohamad resigns “He’s […]
Malaysia to ban social media for under-16 users from next year
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia plans to bar users under the age of 16 from accessing social media platforms starting next year, joining a growing list of countries tightening regulations to protect children online. Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil said on Sunday that the government is reviewing age-restriction measures used in Australia and other nations. He cited concerns […]