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Malaysian ex-PM Najib’s wife Rosmah denies viral claims on luxury properties, vows legal action

Rosmah Mansor said she had no involvement, whether directly or indirectly, in the purchase, financing, transfer or ownership of any luxury property.
Rosmah Mansor said she had no involvement, whether directly or indirectly, in the purchase, financing, transfer or ownership of any luxury property.

Five nabbed in Johor over assaults and robberies linked to fake dating profiles

Johor police chief Ab Rahaman Arsad said the suspects, aged between 21 and 28, were believed to have robbed at least nine victims by inviting them to meet for dating activities.
Johor police chief Ab Rahaman Arsad said the suspects, aged between 21 and 28, were believed to have robbed at least nine victims by inviting them to meet for dating activities.

More than internet speed: Why BTS fans packed Malaysian cybercafes for ticket battles

BTS fans filled cybercafes in Kuching (left) and Cheras (right) on June 3 as they try to secure tickets for K-pop group BTS’s upcoming concerts.
BTS fans filled cybercafes in Kuching (left) and Cheras (right) on June 3 as they try to secure tickets for K-pop group BTS’s upcoming concerts.

Teh tarik still king among Malaysia’s younger generation

Younger consumers are increasingly gravitating towards premium teas, home brewing and trendy “new tea drink" beverages, said Malaysia Tea Association's deputy president.
Younger consumers are increasingly gravitating towards premium teas, home brewing and trendy “new tea drink" beverages, said Malaysia Tea Association's deputy president.

While You Were Sleeping: 5 stories you might have missed, June 14, 2026

US President Donald Trump said the Strait of Hormuz trade artery - currently blocked by Iran - would be immediately “open to all” after the deal is signed.
US President Donald Trump said the Strait of Hormuz trade artery - currently blocked by Iran - would be immediately “open to all” after the deal is signed.

Malaysia opposition shake-up deepens with new party launch

Malaysia’s former parliamentary opposition leader Hamzah Zainudin, once the deputy president of Parti Pribumi Bersatu Malaysia, unveiled a new political party on June 13.
Malaysia’s former parliamentary opposition leader Hamzah Zainudin, once the deputy president of Parti Pribumi Bersatu Malaysia, unveiled a new political party on June 13.

After the military, Malaysia’s veterans struggle to seek new livelihoods amid rising costs

Deputy Prime Minister Zahid Hamidi (centre, dark blue batik) witnesses Infinity Logistics & Transport Sdn Bhd present a job offer letter to a successful veteran applicant.
Deputy Prime Minister Zahid Hamidi (centre, dark blue batik) witnesses Infinity Logistics & Transport Sdn Bhd present a job offer letter to a successful veteran applicant.

Malaysian e-hailing driver assaulted after asking passengers to buckle up

Goh Kong Meng (in red) and caretaker Johor health and environment committee chairman Ling Tian Soon speaking to MCA president Dr Wee Ka Siong in a video call.
Goh Kong Meng (in red) and caretaker Johor health and environment committee chairman Ling Tian Soon speaking to MCA president Dr Wee Ka Siong in a video call.

Higher voter turnout expected at Johor, Negeri Sembilan state elections: Analysts

Voter fatigue could dampen participation, said an analyst.
Voter fatigue could dampen participation, said an analyst.

From Parliament to podcasts: How celebrity culture is reshaping Malaysian politics

Muar MP Syed Saddiq has drawn attention beyond politics due to his widely publicised relationship with Bella Astillah. Pictured on the right is former health minister Khairy Jamaluddin, who co-host of the popular podcast Keluar Sekejap.
Muar MP Syed Saddiq has drawn attention beyond politics due to his widely publicised relationship with Bella Astillah. Pictured on the right is former health minister Khairy Jamaluddin, who co-host of the popular podcast Keluar Sekejap.

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