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Prisons dept vows probe into staff brutality after scathing Suhakam report

Following a scathing SUHAKAM inquiry that shattered the official narrative of an inmate-led "riot," the Malaysian Prison Department has broken its silence, vowing a thorough probe into damning allegations of fatal custodian brutality and systemic cover-ups at the archaic Taiping facility

Taiping Prison violence: Suhakam finds facility unfit for use

More than a century old, building’s heritage status restricts improvements needed; bucket toilet system still in use

Taiping Prison officers must face action over detainees’ assault: Suhakam

Failure to act creates perception of immunity in January 2025 incident where masked wardens beat and kicked inmates

Detaining children under Sosma ‘inconsistent with best interests’: Rights groups

Suhakam and APPGM-CR urge Malaysia to prioritise protection and rehabilitation over punitive measures for minors exploited by extremist networks

Suhakam rebukes govt over ‘deviant’ label for LGBTQ+ persons

Why is the government pushing discrimination against sexual minorities using ‘unscientific and unsubstantiated claims’, national human rights body asks
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Malaysian Nazmi a candidate to referee at 2026 football World Cup

National referee Muhammad Nazmi Nasaruddin has been selected as one of the main refereeing candidates for the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the United States, Canada, and Mexico, scheduled for June 11 to July 19, 2026.

Maxim Malaysia secures full Apad licence, elevates safety and inclusivity in e‑hailing

Apad approval means verified drivers, stronger safety tools, and more freedom for gig partners

Early Melaka, Johor polls could redefine BN-PH ties ahead of GE16: analysts

Barisan Nasional’s desire to contest the state elections without Pakatan Harapan would be a litmus test for its true strength, bargaining power, and future alliance strategy

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