The Latest Breaking News from Malaysia

At least 14 missing after boat carrying Indonesian migrants capsizes off Malaysia

Vessel carrying undocumented Indonesian migrants sinks off Perak state

The Independent UK · May 12

5 Most Powerful Hanuman Temples Outside India You Must Visit

Lord Hanuman is one of the most loved and worshipped deities in Hindu tradition. Known for strength, devotion, courage, humility, and unwavering loyalty to Lord Rama, Hanuman’s spiritual influence extends far beyond India. Over the centuries, Hindu communities across the world have built magnificent temples dedicated to him, turning them…

Times Life · May 11

Malaysia unveils Picasso and Miró works recovered from 1MDB scandal

Artworks were repatriated from New York as part of Malaysia’s efforts to recover assets allegedly bought with misappropriated state investment funds

The Independent UK · May 7

Islamic finance principles ‘align naturally with ESG and sustainability,’ says Maybank’s first-ever chief sustainability officer

The amount raised for sustainable finance within the 57 countries of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation jumped from $17.8 billion in 2017 to $82.3 billion in 2024, according to a 2025 report from the World Bank.

Fortune · Apr 29

Man who heckled Shabana Mahmood dismisses ‘laughable’ white liberal claim

Protester says he migrated from Malaysia as a child and describes home secretary’s immigration policies as cruel

The Guardian - UK · Apr 28

Why SEO Demand Is Growing Rapidly in Malaysia’s Digital Economy

SEO demand in Malaysia is accelerating as digital commerce expands, SMEs go online, and AI search reshapes how customers discover brands.

inkl · Apr 28

The Iran war is pushing Southeast Asia to debate the once unthinkable: Whether ships will need to pay to transit the Strait of Malacca

Indonesia’s finance minister has floated the idea. Singapore and Malaysia are pushing back. Thailand sees an opportunity.

Fortune · Apr 23

US intercepts 3 Iranian oil tankers near India, Malaysia amid maritime blockade

US forces have intercepted at least three Iranian oil tankers in Asian waters, redirecting them away from key shipping lanes near India, Malaysia, and Sri Lanka. This action intensifies Washington's maritime blockade on Iran, disrupting global energy flows. The US Central Command has directed numerous vessels to turn back, highlighting…

The Times of India · Apr 23

Southeast Asia’s short-term solution to the global energy crunch? Russian crude

Malaysia joins a growing number of Southeast Asian nations hoping to tap Russia’s stocks of crude oil.

Fortune · Apr 20

Drone footage shows huge Malaysian coastal village fire that destroyed 1000 homes

Drone footage shows a huge coastal village fire in Malaysia that has destroyed around 1,000 homes and displaced over 9,000 people, according to authorities.

The Independent UK · Apr 20