Stories from Kuala Lumpur · Malaysia

The My Future Job career carnival is scheduled to take place from May 1 to May 3, 2026, at the Unified Arena Bukit Jalil. The event features 30 employers offering thousands of job opportunities. Estimated monthly salaries for these positions range from 2,500 to 16,000 ringgit.

The 125th National Labor Day celebrations include a three-day carnival running from April 30 to May 3, 2026. The event features agency exhibitions and job opportunities through the My Future Job carnival.

A Malaysian humanitarian activist has been confirmed as one of 186 activists participating in a 22-ship mission. The report noted hopes for the safety and health of the participants during their journey.

Malaysia has called on the UN Security Council and international humanitarian bodies to take firm action against the Israeli regime. The call follows reports of maritime law and international humanitarian law violations.

Ahmad has provided assurances that basic healthcare services, including patient treatment, emergency care, and routine services, will face no reductions as planned in the 2026 Budget. The statement noted that hospital staff, including doctors and nurses, will continue their duties through May 1. These healthcare provisions are part of the Malaysian health ministry's framework. Hospital construction in Malaysia has not been impacted by budget changes, according to Dato' Seri Anwar Ibrahim.

A new report indicates that data breaches are projected to cost an average of RM3.2 million in 2026. The increasing attack surface due to agentic AI expansion is a factor.

A military captain faces the death penalty or a maximum of 40 years in prison following charges related to the killing of a Bangladeshi man. The incident involves a charge of murder.

The TAMTAM vessel lost communication for over 10 hours after its communication equipment and engine were sabotaged. Malaysian Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadel announced the development via Facebook.

Prime Minister Datuk Sri Anwar Ibrahim stated the Malaysian government is strengthening diplomatic efforts to ensure ten Malaysian citizens can participate in a global humanitarian mission. Some boats were boarded and damaged, though the passengers were not detained.

The English version of Xi Jinping's 'The Governance of China' Volume V was discussed at an event in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. A reading group for the English edition of the fifth volume of 'Xi Jinping: The Governance Experience' was held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.