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24 stories within reach of Kuala Lumpur, published in the last 7 days and gathered from Malaysian news sources.

'Harsh, but true': Kedah MB stands by gambling remarks, denies targeting Anwar

Kedah Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Muhammad Sanusi Md Nor defended his controversial remarks linking gambling to certain communities, stating they were 'harsh, but true'. He denied targeting Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, insisting his comments were based on facts and not personal attacks.

Armizan: Political maturity key to keeping unity govt stable

Armizan Mohd Ali, the Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Minister, emphasized that political maturity and balancing rights with responsibilities are crucial for maintaining the stability of the unity government. He made these remarks during a Merdeka celebration, highlighting the importance of unity among the people.

BN strategy for Melaka polls must reflect grassroots wishes, component party leaders said

Two Barisan Nasional component party leaders stated that the coalition must align its strategy for the Melaka election with the wishes of its grassroots members. This approach is intended to ensure the coalition's decisions resonate with its base ahead of the polls.

Tighter controls, stronger finances behind Budi Madani fuel quota restoration

The restoration of Budi Madani fuel quotas from 200 to 300 litres is attributed to improved supply management, stricter enforcement, and the government's sound fiscal position. These factors enabled the government to increase the fuel quota for eligible recipients.

National Day reflections: Zahid stresses TVET jobs, Fadillah calls for harmony and shared future

Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi emphasized that the meaning of independence must be reflected in people's lives through TVET job opportunities, while his counterpart Fadillah Yusof called for harmony and a shared future in conjunction with National Day.

Pakatan open to Bersatu tie-up for Melaka state election as Amirudin says ‘that is politics’

Pakatan Harapan is open to cooperating with Parti Pribumi Bersatu Malaysia for the upcoming Melaka state election, according to Selangor Menteri Besar Amirudin Shari, who remarked that political alliances are fluid. This signals potential strategic shifts in the state's political landscape.

Umno allows state leaders to negotiate cooperation with any party for next election

Umno has agreed to grant its state leadership the mandate to negotiate political cooperation with any party for the next general election, according to a statement from the party's information chief. This decision allows state leaders flexibility in forming alliances ahead of the polls.

Bird-cage rooms and rooftop dorms expose Malaysia’s migrant housing enforcement gaps

The article exposes enforcement gaps in Malaysia's migrant housing standards, highlighting cases of overcrowded and unsafe living conditions such as bird-cage rooms and rooftop dorms. It discusses the challenges authorities face in regulating and inspecting these accommodations.

'Let MACC, AGC look into it': Anwar leaves Saravanan's letter to authorities

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim stated he will leave the matter of a letter from M. Saravanan to the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) and the Attorney General's Chambers (AGC) for investigation. The letter reportedly involves allegations that require scrutiny by the authorities.

From outdoors to indoors: Haze forces National Day Eve switch as PM’s address moves from Dataran Merdeka to PICC

The National Day 2026 Prime Minister's Address, originally planned for Dataran Merdeka, has been relocated to the Putrajaya International Convention Centre (PICC) due to haze. The move aims to ensure the safety and comfort of attendees amid poor air quality.