How AI could ‘supercharge’ election risks across south-east Asia Some experts fear AI could be weaponised in south-east Asia, home to nations with predominately young and hyper-connected populations The Guardian - AU · Oct 1
George Russell details F1 drivers' Langkawi boys' trip ahead of Bahrain GP in Malaysia George Russell has revealed details of a Formula 1 drivers' trip to Langkawi ahead of the Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia Motorsport · Sep 30
Five things to look out for at the F1 Bahrain GP in Malaysia Sepang makes its F1 return this weekend on behalf of Bahrain Motorsport · Sep 30
From Malaysian chicken to Caribbean crab: four global curry recipes A Japanese fusion-fuelled garlic mushroom doria, an aromatic Malay chicken and squash curry, a rich Rajasthani papad ki sabji, and a Caribbean curry crab with roasted corn and dumplings The Guardian - UK · Sep 30
Piranha-like fish in Malaysia river lead to warnings for children and fears of ecological devastation The first fish, which strongly resembles a red-bellied piranha, was caught in a dam The Independent UK · Sep 30
Former Rohingya Champion Malaysia Begins Sending 1,476 Myanmar Nationals Home as UN Warns Returns Are Unsafe Malaysia has begun returning 1,476 Myanmar nationals under a voluntary programme, despite UNHCR warnings that ongoing conflict and violence make Myanmar unsafe for refugee returns. International Business Times UK · Sep 29
Godrej Industries Group, Malaysian delegation discuss cooperation in oil palm innovation and business Discussions covered areas of mutual interest across the Group’s businesses, particularly oil palm innovation and the household insecticides sector. The Economic Times · Sep 29
Rohingya left terrified as Malaysia begins deporting them to war-torn Myanmar: ‘It’ll be a death sentence’ IN FOCUS: As Kuala Lumpur ships some 1,500 refugees back to Myanmar, Rohingya activists and human rights campaigners warn it will set a dangerous precedent for refugees across the region, reports Shweta Sharma The Independent UK · Sep 29
Malaysia sends 1,476 Myanmar nationals home despite UN warnings over safety In a significant move, Malaysia has initiated a voluntary repatriation program for Myanmar nationals amidst safety concerns. The first batch of 1,476 individuals has commenced their return, with an additional 5,000 set to follow. Currently, 10,388 Myanmar nationals are detained in immigration facilities nationwide. Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim is urging… The Times of India · Sep 29
Malaysia begins Myanmar repatriations despite safety warnings by UN and rights groups Malaysia has started repatriating Myanmar nationals under a voluntary program The Independent UK · Sep 29
Why is Malaysia hosting the F1 Bahrain Grand Prix? Round 16 takes place at the Sepang circuit in Kuala Lumpur, returning to the calendar after a nine-year absence The Independent UK · Sep 28
Malaysians' efforts to elevate durian industry, in photos Malaysia is pushing to take durian, whose powerful smell delights its lovers and repels its haters, beyond roadside stalls and family orchards and convince fans of the spiky fruit that its varieties are worth seeking out. The Independent UK · Sep 28
When Malaysia Nearly Pulled Off the Impossible: The Country’s Most Memorable Sporting Upsets Revisit the moments when Malaysia came close to the impossible. Read how bold performances against stronger rivals became unforgettable sporting memories. inkl · Sep 28
Inside Malaysia's gambit to make its pungent durian the most wanted Malaysia is pushing to take durian beyond its roadside stalls and family orchards to convince fans of the spiky fruit that its varieties are worth seeking out The Independent UK · Sep 28
Motorsport · Sep 27 Why is the 2026 Bahrain Grand Prix taking place in Malaysia? The 2026 Bahrain Grand Prix will take place at Sepang on 4 October. Why the race has moved to Malaysia and why it is still called the Bahrain Grand Prix.
The Economic Times · Sep 27 Asian Games 2026: Anahat Singh settles for silver, loses squash singles final Anahat Singh lost in the women's singles squash final at the Asian Games 2026. She competed against Malaysia's Sivasangari Subramaniam but was unable to secure a victory. Meanwhile, Abhay Singh also earned a silver medal in men's singles but missed Olympic qualification. He reached the final after defeating Pakistan's Muhammad…
The Economic Times · Sep 26 Sindhu, Ayush, Unnati progress; Lakshya exits Asian Games in second round PV Sindhu and Ayush Shetty progressed to the pre-quarterfinals after winning their respective matches. Sindhu overcame Chiu Pin-chian in the second round with scores of 21-19 and 21-14. Meanwhile, Lakshya Sen faced a tough defeat against Loh Kean Yew, exiting the tournament in the second round. Unnati Hooda also advanced…
Autosport · Sep 26 Why Verstappen feels Baku was Red Bull's best chance to win in F1 2026 Max Verstappen believes Mercedes will become even stronger with its Malaysia upgrade. He therefore considered Baku as Red Bull’s best chance to win, but that challenge has become a lot greater after an engine issue in qualifying
Motorsport · Sep 26 "Great job messing it up" – Why Max Verstappen feels Baku was Red Bull's best chance to win Max Verstappen believes Mercedes will become even stronger with its Malaysia upgrade. He therefore considered Baku as Red Bull’s best chance to win, but that challenge has become a lot greater after an engine issue in qualifying
Motorsport · Sep 26 Fernando Alonso's only goal in no-hope Baku: Save parts for F1's triple-header Fernando Alonso and Aston Martin are going through the motions at Formula 1's Azerbaijan Grand Prix as a remarkable lack of top speed is forcing the team to shift focus to Malaysia and Singapore
The Economic Times · Sep 25 India reserves third-party rights in Russia-EU CBAM trade dispute in WTO: Official Argentina, Brazil, Canada, China, Chinese Taipei, Indonesia, Japan, Saudi Arabia, South Korea, Malaysia, Norway, Paraguay, Singapore, Switzerland, Thailand, the UK and the US are other countries that have reserved their third-party rights in the dispute, the Geneva-based official said.
The Independent UK · Sep 25 Malaysia cancels marathon and weighs new law as haze continues to blanket Southeast Asia The Kuching Marathon, scheduled for 27 September in Malaysia's Sarawak state, was cancelled due to the haze affecting the city
The Independent UK · Sep 24 Almost 170 patients evacuated from psychiatric hospital threatened by spreading wildfires in Indonesia Forest fires have blanketed parts of Indonesia, as well as neighbouring Malaysia and Singapore, in toxic smog for weeks now, pushing air quality indices into "unhealthy" territory
Player One · Sep 24 Asian Games 2026: 'Mobile Legends' Group Draw Sets Up Early Clash Between Title Contenders The draw for "Mobile Legends: Bang Bang" at the 2026 Asian Games has been released by Moonton Games. Did you notice the issue? Indonesia and Malaysia ended up in the same group, and only two teams from that group will advance.
The Independent UK · Sep 23 Thai king’s estranged son seeks to return for life-saving brain surgery Chakriwat Vivacharawongse says he doesn’t have the funds to get the surgery in US or Malaysia