Menara Merdeka 118 officially becomes Menara Merdeka Maybank as bank begins new chapter

Malaysia’s iconic Merdeka 118 tower has officially entered a new era. As of July 28, 2026, the landmark skyscraper is now officially known as Menara Merdeka Maybank, marking a significant … Read More

Malaysia Rises to 12th Place in Global Peace Rankings, Emerging as One of Asia’s Safest Nations

Malaysia has further cemented its reputation as one of the world’s safest countries by securing the 12th position out of 163 nations in the Global Peace Index (GPI) 2026. The … Read More

Malaysia’s Inflation Rises to 2.0% in May 2026 as Food, Housing and Communication Costs Increase

Malaysia’s inflation rate edged up to 2.0 percent in May 2026, reflecting higher prices across several essential sectors, according to the Statistics Department Malaysia (DOSM). The Consumer Price Index (CPI) … Read More

LRT3 Set to Open by Month-End as Anthony Loke Confirms Launch Date Announcement Soon

After years of anticipation and several delays, Malaysians may finally be able to ride the Light Rail Transit 3 (LRT3) line before the end of this month. Transport Minister Anthony … Read More

Heartbroken Stories Arising From Kashmir: Why So Many Youth End Up in Foreign Jails

A Deep Warning About Fake Overseas Dreams, Illegal Recruitment Networks & the Silent Pain of Families Left Behind By Three Circle, Malaysia The dream of going abroad has become one … Read More

Malaysia Urged to Rethink Youth Social Media Ban as Meta Platforms Warns of Hidden Risks

As Malaysia moves closer to restricting social media access for users under 16, Meta Platforms has called for a more balanced and carefully designed approach, warning that an outright ban … Read More

Malaysia’s Tourism Shows Strength as 2.84 Million Visitors Arrive Despite Global Tensions

Malaysia’s tourism sector continues to show remarkable resilience, welcoming 2,835,724 international visitors between March 1 and March 26 this year. This marks a 2.4 percent increase compared with 2,769,305 arrivals … Read More

Indonesia Calls for Respect for International Law After Peacekeeper Death in Lebanon

Indonesia has urged all parties involved in the ongoing conflict in the Middle East to uphold international humanitarian law following the tragic loss of one of its peacekeeping personnel in … Read More

Back to WFH? Asia Revisits Covid-Era Playbook Amid Fuel Crisis

Countries across Asia are dusting off strategies from the Covid-19 era, including work-from-home policies and targeted stimulus measures, as they face rising fuel shortages triggered by the ongoing Iran war. … Read More

Thailand’s New Parliament Set to Open This Weekend After Recent National Election

Thailand is preparing to begin a new chapter in its political journey as the country’s newly elected parliament is scheduled to officially open this weekend. According to an announcement published … Read More