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US TIP report keeps Malaysia at Tier 2 for third straight year

Record convictions and higher back-pay orders can’t hide deeper flaws, as official corruption and unchecked recruiter fees trap vulnerable migrant workers in debt bondage

US fires back at Hadi Awang’s foreign interference allegations

The US Embassy in Kuala Lumpur has issued a blunt rejection of claims made by PAS president Tan Sri Abdul Hadi Awang that Washington tried to dictate Malaysia's political future

Malaysian Embassy issues urgent travel and safety advice for citizens in Qatar

With West Asia on edge following retaliatory strikes between the US and Iran, the Malaysian Embassy in Doha urges citizens and transiting travelers to monitor local advisories and flight status closely

TikTok, ByteDance agree to $400m US settlement over child privacy

The short-form video platform will pay US$300 million upfront, resolving allegations of illegal underage accounts and failing to delete kids' data

US$1.4 trillion lawsuit: Meta fights massive US trial over child addiction claims

California leads a landmark 29-state legal blitz targeting Meta's core business model, warning that addictive features on Facebook and Instagram have systematically harmed minors

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Selangor unveils RM3.23bil Budget 2026 to tackle social challenges and economic uncertainties

The budget focuses on enhancing social protection and preparing for a potential global economic slowdown, with a projected deficit of RM430mil

MACC seizes RM9.7mil in assets linked to RM300mil fund probe

Commission confirms 10 witnesses called as investigation into alleged misappropriation intensifies

Rental for Ramadan bazaar sites under DBKL reduced to RM400: Hannah Yeoh

Move to ease hawkers’ burden, but they must ensure good quality food and fair prices