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FIFA launches Malaysia development projects to boost grassroots football

New FIFA Arena pitches, National Training Centre, and school initiatives mark major step in Malaysia’s grassroots and elite football development

From classroom dream to national pipeline: Star Hockey Academy powers Malaysia’s next generation of players

Founded by a teacher in 2015, Star Hockey Academy has grown into one of Malaysia’s most successful grassroots programmes, producing dozens of state and national athletes through disciplined coaching and community support

Minister must lead sports from the ground, not committees: Vaithilingam

Former sports administrator Datuk A. Vaithilingam has urged Youth and Sports Minister Hannah Yeoh to ditch the over-reliance on committees and take a more hands-on role in sports development

Seri Kota stun SSBJ to end unbeaten run in Under-14 league

Afiq’s second-half free-kick secures only second win of the season for Group B underdogs

NSYC2025 set to build on success as Negeri Sembilan fencing meet eyes bigger future

After a record turnout in 2025, organisers are planning a stronger return next year — with hopes of boosting tourism and expanding international participation

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Haze returns: API exceeds 150 in Nilai, Seremban, Johan Setia

Including Kuantan, four areas recorded unhealthy air quality as of 10am

Malaysia Airlines, SIA join rush to cancel Middle East flights as Iran-US-Israel strikes escalate

More countries announce airspace closures as carriers suspend flights on Feb 28 and March 1, passengers reminded to check for updates on subsequent flights

RCI report highlights governance lapses, political influence in Tabung Haji management

Inquiry into pilgrim fund’s 2014-2020 operations identifies weaknesses in oversight, decision-making and legal framework