According to reports from Skin Fluence in Kramat, Jakarta Pusat, and coverage by Infotren.id, Indonesian celebrity Irish Bella announced on Friday, August 14, 2026, that she is more than four months pregnant with her first child with husband Haldy Sabri. The pregnancy follows a successful In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) procedure performed in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, … Read more
Malaysian police are actively pursuing members of a drug syndicate following the arrest of a 39-year-old Malaysia Airlines pilot in Jakarta on July 28, according to the Bukit Aman Narcotics Crime Investigation Department (NCID). The suspect was apprehended at Jakarta’s Soekarno-Hatta International Airport after arriving from Kuala Lumpur, where Indonesian customs officials discovered more than … Read more
Hong Kong and Malaysia are deepening bilateral economic ties across key growth sectors including semiconductor manufacturing, according to Trade Development Council (TDC) chairman Frederick Ma Si-hang. Ma announced the strategic push on Monday while leading Hong Kong’s largest-ever business delegation to Malaysia under the government-backed “Think Business, Think Hong Kong” campaign, as reported by the … Read more
A 27-year-old man who made insulting and profane remarks against the Muslim community in videos uploaded on social media earlier in 2026 will face formal charges in court on Friday, August 7, according to Singapore police. Arrest and Deportation from Malaysia Singapore police stated on August 6 that they received a report regarding the man’s … Read more
A four-year-old preschooler in Terengganu, Malaysia, captured online attention after packing a whole durian into his school bag as a farewell gift for his teacher, according to Berita Harian. The viral moment, shared across social media platforms on July 22 and 23, highlights how simple childhood gestures resonate with digital audiences worldwide. How the Durian … Read more
Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim’s Pakatan Harapan coalition suffered a crushing defeat in the Negeri Sembilan polls, raising doubts about his political strategy as state rival and federal ally Barisan Nasional grows in dominance. According to analysts, effective cooperation between Barisan Nasional and opposition party Perikatan Nasional could reshape Malaysia’s political landscape before the next … Read more
Twelve years after MH370’s disappearance, families of Chinese passengers say the truth remains more important than financial compensation. Beijing Court Hears Appeal Over 2014 Disappearance The Beijing court began hearing appeals from families dissatisfied with a December ruling that ordered Malaysia Airlines to pay eight families of Chinese passengers 2.9 million yuan ($410,000) each. “When … Read more
The ninth Malaysia International Film Festival (MIFFest) is leveraging its “Resonance” theme and ASEAN Records recognition to establish a permanent hub for Southeast Asian cinema. According to founder and president Joanne Goh, the festival focuses on creating lasting cultural connections and celebrating regional stories through its ASEAN On Screen platform and Malaysia Golden Global Awards … Read more
Anwar Ibrahim has launched an AI-powered digital avatar, known as PMX.AI, to serve as a direct communication channel between his administration and the public. Developed by the digital infrastructure firm Zetrix AI, the system is designed to process government policy records, speeches, and writings to assist citizens in navigating government services. The Mechanics of the … Read more
The ASEAN Global Exchange for Mobility and Scholarship (ASEANGEMS) has expanded its reach to offer over US$25 million in academic incentives, a fivefold increase from its US$5 million valuation at launch just one year ago. Managed by Education Malaysia Global Services (EMGS), the digital portal serves as a centralized gateway for students and researchers to … Read more