Live News of Malaysia April 15, 2024

Malaysia And Indonesia Call For Restraint Amid Middle East Tensions

Malaysia and Indonesia have issued separate statements urging for restraint in the wake of Iran's retaliatory strikes on Israel. Both countries, where Islam is the predominant religion, have reiterated their support for PaRead More

Exploring 10 Unusual Cultural Traditions Around The World

La Tomatina is an annual festival held in Buñol, Spain, where participants engage in a massive tomato fight. It is believed to have started in the 1940s and has since become a popular event attracting tourists...Read More

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Asian Equities Mixed Following US Stock Decline

Asian equities experienced a mixed performance overnight, influenced by the previous day's downturn in US stocks attributed to rising US inflation, reinforcing the expectation of prolonged elevated levels. Notably, marketsRead More

Malaysia Sees Rise In Requests To Restrive Social Media Content

Malaysia has recently seen a surge in requests to restrict social media content, according to reports. The country has experienced a notable increase in the number of requests made to platforms such as Facebook, Twitter, aRead More

Malaysia's Ramadan Moral Policing Raises Concerns

Religious authorities in Malaysia have intensified moral policing efforts during the holy month of Ramadan, reflecting a trend towards a more conservative form of Islam in the culturally diverse nation. Ramadan, the holiesRead More

Malaysian Shoe Company Apologizes For Controversial Logo Design

A Malaysian shoe company, Vern’s Holdings, has issued an apology and ceased the sale of certain footwear items after facing backlash from some Muslims who claimed that the logo on the shoes resembled the Arabic word...Read More

US, Japan, Australia, Philippines Hold Joint Naval Exercises

Four nations, including the United States, Japan, Australia, and the Philippines, are set to conduct their first joint naval exercises in the South China Sea. The exercises will feature anti-submarine warfare training andRead More

Philippines Raises Concerns Over China's Aggressive Actions To US

The Philippines has raised concerns over China's 'coercive and aggressive' actions in the South China Sea during discussions with a top U.S. security adviser. The dialogue between the Philippines and the United States comeRead More

Malaysia Mini-Mart Attacked Over 'Allah Socks' Controversy

A mini-mart outlet in Malaysia was targeted in an attack following public outrage over the sale of socks featuring the word 'Allah'. The incident occurred in response to the controversial merchandise being sold at the storRead More

Philippines Claps Back At China In South China Sea

The Philippines has responded firmly to China following a recent confrontation in the South China Sea, asserting that Filipinos will not back down. President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. stated that Manila's reaction would be measRead More

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Philippines To Enforce Countermeasures Against Chinese Aggression

The Philippine president announced plans to implement a 'countermeasure package' in reaction to what he described as 'aggressive and dangerous attacks' by the Chinese coast guard and suspected militia ships in the disputedRead More

Malaysian Convenience Store Chain Faces Religious Sensitivity Charges

In a recent development in Malaysia, the founders of the popular convenience store chain KK Mart, along with one of its suppliers, have been charged with offending the religious feelings of Muslims. The controversy arose wRead More

Malaysia's Feb CPI Surges 1.8% Over Forecast

Malaysia's Consumer Price Index (CPI) for February has shown a higher-than-expected increase, rising by 1.8% compared to the same period last year. This growth exceeded initial forecasts, indicating potential economic shifRead More

Three Rohingya Refugees Found Dead After Boat Capsizes

The bodies of three Rohingya refugees were discovered in the sea as Indonesian authorities concluded a search for survivors from a boat that capsized near Aceh province. The provincial search and rescue agency reported thaRead More

Chinese Coast Guard Fires At Philippine Supply Boat

Two Chinese coast guard ships fired at a Philippine supply boat with water cannon near a disputed South China Sea shoal, causing heavy damage to the vessel. The incident occurred during an attempt to deliver supplies...Read More

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Neways To Build New Plant In Malaysia As ASML Supplier

Dutch electronics manufacturer Neways Electronics International NV, a key supplier to semiconductor equipment maker ASML, has announced plans to construct a new production facility in Malaysia. The decision to establish thRead More