Newborn Baby Boy Found Buried in Soil Near Rental House in Kapit
KAPIT, October 29, 2026 — A newborn baby boy was found buried in soil near a rental house along Jalan Airport in Kapit, Sarawak. Police officers found the baby alive after hearing him cry while searching the area on Tuesday afternoon. Kapit district police chief DSP Rohana Nanu said police received a report about the […]
5,000 Free SIM Packs to Help B40 Students in Johor Study Online
JOHOR BAHRU, October 29, 2026 — A total of 5,000 students from low-income families in Johor will receive free YES 5G SIM packs. The initiative aims to help them study online following the recent haze. The SIM packs are worth RM100,000 in total. Each pack includes 50GB of high-speed internet data. As a result, students […]
Gombak-Hulu Langat Geopark Review Strengthens Bid for UNESCO Recognition
AMPANG JAYA, October 29, 2026 — Gombak-Hulu Langat Geopark in Selangor is undergoing a reassessment to retain its National Geopark status and strengthen preparations for possible international recognition by UNESCO in 2028. The review examines the geopark’s progress in protecting natural heritage, developing sustainable tourism and involving local communities since it received National Geopark recognition […]
Malaysia’s Top 100 Startups Generate RM8.5 Billion in Revenue
KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia’s technology startup sector recorded RM8.5 billion in combined revenue for the 2024 financial year, with 100 selected companies reporting strong growth, profitability and expansion into international markets. The figures were highlighted in the Malaysia Top 100 Startups – 2026 Edition, launched by Cradle Fund Sdn Bhd, an agency under the Ministry of […]
Iran Discusses Seven-Day Plan With US Through Mediators
ISTANBUL, October 29, 2026 — Iran is continuing diplomatic efforts with mediators to explore a seven-day plan aimed at addressing tensions with the United States, Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said. Araghchi said Tehran remains in contact with intermediaries to review proposals that could allow the plan to be implemented in less than a week. In […]
German Students Protest Education Cuts and Military Conscription Plans
BERLIN, October 29, 2026 — Students in Germany have blocked university buildings in Berlin and Hamburg to protest education budget cuts and plans to revive compulsory military service. The protests took place on Wednesday, ahead of nationwide youth demonstrations planned for Saturday. Students say the government should invest more in education and social services. They […]
TVET Applications Rise Nearly Fourfold as Malaysia’s Skills Training Gains Interest
KUALA LUMPUR, October 29, 2026 — More young Malaysians are showing interest in Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET), as attitudes towards skills-based education continue to improve. National TVET Council (MTVET) secretariat head Ts Dr Azmir Mohd Yunus said applications to vocational colleges had risen sharply. He said these colleges usually accept about 17,000 […]
Anwar Offers Condolences After Deadly Train Collision in Spain
KUALA LUMPUR, October 29, 2026 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has expressed deep sorrow over the deadly train collision in Spain. Anwar said Malaysia stands in solidarity with the Spanish people during this difficult time. He also offered condolences to the families who lost loved ones in the tragedy. In a Facebook post, […]
Trump Says Putin-Zelenskyy Meeting Could Be Arranged Soon
WASHINGTON, October 28, 2026 — US President Donald Trump says a meeting between Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy could be arranged soon. Trump said progress had been made towards addressing the Russia-Ukraine war. However, he did not confirm a date, location or format for the proposed meeting. Speaking to reporters aboard […]
Malaysia’s Islamic Finance Industry to Exceed US$800 Billion, Says Fitch
KUALA LUMPUR, October 28, 2026 — Malaysia’s Islamic finance industry is expected to exceed US$800 billion, according to Fitch Ratings. The industry had reached this level by the end of the third quarter of 2026, with further growth expected. Fitch said Malaysia’s strong domestic market and established financial system would support the industry. Government policy […]