Today's top Malaysian news, sport and lifestyle.
A magistrates court in Bukit Mertajam has handed down fines of RM9,000 to five Chinese nationals and one Taiwanese man for orchestrating an online romance scam that preyed on compatriots seeking relationships.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has declared that Malaysia and other developing nations will not accept what he characterizes as unfair treatment from European countries, citing a defence-related dispute with Norway as a case study.
A doctor in Maharashtra's Ambernath has been arrested following his wife's death by suicide just 1.5 months after their April wedding. Police allege she faced sustained dowry harassment, surveillance, and physical abuse.
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi said negotiations for a bilateral trade agreement with the United States have reached "significant progress" following a meeting with President Trump at France's G7 summit.
Malaysia has formally endorsed Türkiye's ambition to secure ASEAN Dialogue Partner status, emphasizing the nation's expanding role as a strategic economic and diplomatic partner across Southeast Asia.
The Philippine Senate has elected Senator Sherwin Gatchalian as its new president following a special session in which 13 senators voted to install him, marking the conclusion of a contentious leadership dispute.
Brunei's Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah has called on citizens to renew their commitment to progress in both material and spiritual development as the nation marks the Islamic New Year 1448 Hijrah, while highlighting the need for vigilance against rising crime.
The Philippine Department of Justice is investigating potential charges against public officials following a May 13 shooting at the Senate and Senator Ronald dela Rosa's escape from protective custody the next morning.
Yoshitha Rajapaksa, 38-year-old son of former Sri Lankan president Mahinda Rajapaksa, has been arrested on corruption charges involving misuse of state funds for naval officer training abroad.
Vietnam has introduced Decree No. 208, requiring airlines to compensate passengers for flight delays exceeding 15 minutes, along with meal vouchers and rebooking options for longer delays.
Thailand's Department of Special Investigation has launched a sweeping operation against an illegal forex investment network, conducting raids across 24 locations and freezing 77 bank accounts. The crackdown uncovered THB65 million in cash and has potential links to politicians and entertainment figures.
A Malaysian government minister has called for balancing compassion with legal frameworks in addressing the Rohingya situation, as public concerns and media coverage intensify around the community's presence.
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The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission's new Sabah headquarters is 90 per cent complete and expected to open by year-end, bringing scattered operations under one roof to strengthen the agency's independence and operational efficiency.
Thailand's government welcomes reports of a US-Iran ceasefire agreement, with officials projecting benefits for energy costs and economic growth across the region.
Vietnamese police have dismantled a criminal network that stole cats across southern Vietnam for meat sales. Over 400 live cats were rescued, with more than 40 already returned to their owners.
Timor-Leste President Jose Ramos-Horta has described Malaysia-Timor-Leste relations as exceptionally strong, praising Malaysia's support since before the Southeast Asian nation's independence and commending Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim's leadership.
Penang's Health Department has temporarily closed 177 food premises for hygiene breaches discovered during inspections of over 4,000 establishments between January and April, with pest control deficiencies accounting for nearly 70 per cent of violations.
Timor-Leste President Jose Ramos-Horta departed Malaysia after a five-day visit aimed at strengthening bilateral cooperation. He praised Malaysia's support for his nation's ASEAN membership and invited Malaysian investors to infrastructure opportunities.