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KTM unveils RC16 MotoGP bikes for 2024

Brad Binder and Jack Miller helped officially launch the Austrian manufacturer's updated RC16 which debuted in Malaysia last week during the three-day pre-season test.

Autosport

KTM in better shape than what Sepang MotoGP times suggest - Binder

KTM had a relatively low-key showing in Malaysia as the new MotoGP season began in earnest with a three-day test this week, with Ducati stealing the limelight with a series of record-breaking lap times.

Motorsport

Malaysia's Highest Court Invalidates Shariah-Based State Laws

Malaysia's top court strikes down Shariah-based state laws, sparking controversy as Islamists fear it could undermine religious courts nationwide.

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Malaysia’s top court rules some Islamic laws in Kelantan unconstitutional

Majority ruling could have major legal implications in multiethnic country that operates a dual judicial system.

Al Jazeera

Marquez: I'm still not at the same level as top MotoGP riders on Ducati

After an initial try-out of the Ducati GP23 at Valencia last year, Marquez got his first proper opportunity to acclimatise to his new bike during a three-day test in Malaysia this week.

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Malaysia says it recovered $5m of stolen 1MDB assets over last 13 months

The Southeast Asian nation is trying to recover billions of dollars investigators say were stolen from the state fund.

Al Jazeera

Marquez still riding Ducati like Honda in Sepang MotoGP test

Following an initial run in Valencia towards the end of last year, Marquez is getting a second chance at getting accustomed to the GP23 in this week’s official pre-season test at the Sepang International Circuit in Malaysia.

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In legal no-man’s land, refugees in Malaysia struggle to eat, pay rent

Malaysia tells UN review it has no plans to change system under which refugees are considered undocumented migrants.

Al Jazeera

MotoGP Sepang test: Martin sets the pace for Ducati on opening day

Last year’s championship runner-up Martin set a time of 1m57.951s on the GP24 Ducati to head Tech3 rookie Pedro Acosta by 0.269s following eight hours of running on a hot and sunny day in Malaysia.

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Anders Antonsen: Badminton Sensation and Crowd Entertainer

Discover the electrifying badminton talent of Anders Antonsen as he showcases both strength and skill on the court, leaving fans charged up and eagerly awa...

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2024 Honda MotoGP bike changes working "quite well", says Zarco

Having got his first taste of the Honda RC213V in Valencia last year, Zarco got another opportunity to test the bike during last week's official shakedown test in Malaysia, as he took full advantage of MotoGP's new concessions system to get two days of running under his belt.

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Honda's 2024 MotoGP bike changes working "quite well", says Zarco

Having got his first taste of the Honda RC213V in Valencia last year, Zarco got another opportunity to test the bike during last week's official shakedown test in Malaysia, as he took full advantage of MotoGP’s new concessions system to complete two days of running.

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Yamaha reveals 2024 MotoGP livery ahead of Sepang test

In a presentation in Malaysia on Monday, 2021 champion Fabio Quartararo and new Yamaha recruit Alex Rins provided a first glimpse of the paint scheme they will carry on their respective bikes this year.

Motorsport

Malaysian golfer Ashley Lau salutes at the Vic Open

Malaysian golfer Ashley Lau has overcome a major challenge from South Korean great Jiyai Shin to win the women's Vic Open.

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Myanmar migrants escape Malaysian detention center, one fatality

Over 100 Myanmar migrants escape a Malaysian detention center, resulting in one fatality. The incident highlights ongoing issues surrounding migration and ...

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Najib Razak's Jail Sentence Cut, Fine Reduced in Corruption Case

The Pardons Board in Malaysia has reduced former Prime Minister Najib Razak's prison sentence and fine related to a corruption case involving billions of d...

Al Jazeera

Malaysia halves ex-PM Najib Razak’s jail term in 1MDB corruption scandal

Najib, the first premier in the country’s history to be jailed, remains on trial in multiple cases related to the fund.

Al Jazeera

Dozens of Rohingya refugees flee Malaysian immigration detention centre

Police blame riot after 115 Rohingya and 16 other people from Myanmar escaped the facility on Thursday night.

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Billionaire Sultan Sworn in as Malaysia's New King

Sultan Ibrahim Iskandar is sworn in as Malaysia's new king under the unique rotating monarchy system. Learn about his role and extensive business empire.

The Times of India

Billionaire Sultan Ibrahim sworn in as Malaysia's 17th king

In a significant transition marked by tradition and modernity, Sultan Ibrahim Iskandar was sworn in as Malaysia's 17th king, bringing his unique blend of business acumen, forthrightness, and cultural heritage to the forefront of the nation's ceremonial monarchy.

The Guardian - AU

Malaysia swears in motorbike-riding billionaire as new king under rotating monarchy system

Sultan Ibrahim Sultan Iskandar takes the throne at a time when royal intervention has been needed to deal with political instability

AAP

Construction boss convicted after 250kg heroin import

A Sydney man whose brother allegedly imported over 250kg of pure heroin from Malaysia has been convicted for attempting to procure a large amount of the haul.

International Business Times

Malaysia Installs Outspoken Motorcycle-riding King

Malaysia installed an outspoken motorcycle-riding king on Wednesday in an elaborate ceremony steeped in centuries of tradition, with the billionaire determined to play a key role in ensuring political stability.

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Former Malaysian Minister Charged in Corruption Probe Targeting Ex-PM

Former Malaysian finance minister Daim Zainuddin has been charged with failing to declare assets in a corruption probe targeting allies of ex-PM Mahathir.

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Guantanamo Panel Recommends 23-Year Detention for Bali Bombing Connection

Two Malaysian men involved in the 2002 Bali bombings have been recommended 23 years in detention by a military panel at Guantanamo Bay.

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