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Khairy questions lack of fresh faces in race for FAM presidency

Former Youth and Sports Minister Khairy Jamaluddin has cast doubt on the lack of new leadership options for the Football Association of Malaysia (FAM), after three well-known football administrators emerged as nominees for the presidency ahead of September's electoral congress

Russell, Antonelli excited to race at iconic Sepang as F1 returns to Malaysia

Mercedes drivers George Russell and Kimi Antonelli have welcomed Formula One's return to the Sepang International Circuit, with both expressing excitement at racing on the iconic Malaysian track for the first time after the country was confirmed as the replacement host for the Bahrain Grand Prix

Glasgow 2026: Malaysia’s weightlifters shine with two-gold, one-bronze haul

Malaysia is currently seventh in the medal tally with two gold and two bronze, while defending champions Australia is first with 17 gold, nine silver and 13 bronze, followed by England, second (4,9,6) and hosts Scotland third with four gold and two silver

Full speed ahead: Malaysians cheer as Anwar, Agong secure Formula 1’s return to Sepang

Fans welcome the comeback of world-class racing, calling it a landmark moment for Malaysian motorsport

Confirmed: Malaysia to host Bahrain Formula 1 Grand Prix at Sepang in October 2026

Formula 1 and FIA announce Sepang’s return as Sultan Ibrahim and Anwar help pave the way for Bahrain race to be held in Malaysia

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Malaysia’s longest river bridge opens, linking Sebuyau and Maludam

The RM848.75 million Batang Lupar No. 1 Bridge marks a new era in Sarawak’s coastal connectivity, replacing decades-old ferry crossings

Foreign workforce drops 13% as Malaysia pushes local hiring

Government maintains hiring freeze, prepares new levy system to curb dependency by 2030

SIC quashes F1 return rumours for 2026

Speaking to Scoop, SIC chief executive officer Azhan Shafriman Hanif said the SIC has not approached F1 or has any agreement to bring the race back.