Malaysian gig industry players urge refinements to a proposed bill, citing concerns over worker classification, social security and pay; they seek a balanced approach between workers’ rights and industry growth; government is planning further discussions

PM Ibrahim said religious mockery cases will be investigated fairly; his statement comes amid rising religious sensitivities and judicial shifts, with concerns over political interference and the balance between religious harmony and judicial independence

Economy Minister Rafizi Ramli has criticized the negative perceptions of vernacular schools —public schools that teach in Mandarin or Tamil — emphasizing their role in education; He urges Malaysians to move beyond racial issues and focus on unity

Influencers from Malaysia have fabricated the story of their friend's disappearance in a forest in Bandung, Indonesia, to produce social media content with false search efforts and emotional appeals; authorities are investigating legal repercussions

High tide brought a massive amount of rubbish to Kampung Jawa beach in Penang, covering the shoreline with waste; Authorities and local volunteers are working to clean up the area