Stories from Malaysia

Malaysia's Ministry of Health is blocking four websites selling vape products. This action was triggered after a teen girl self-harmed while under the influence of a "mushroom-flavored" vape.

A new report indicates that data breaches are projected to cost Malaysia an average of RM3.2 million in 2026.

AirAsia X is reviewing its policies after a family traveling with a child who has cerebral palsy was removed from a flight. The family was reportedly removed over an FAA-approved special seat. The incident has drawn backlash.

Bank Muamalat is offering targeted financial assistance to its customers.

Malaysia plans to fully ban social media for teenagers this year, while France has also introduced a similar project. The ban has passed its first reading in France. This initiative aims to address concerns regarding the impact of social media on young people's well-being. The specific age limits and the timeline for the ban were not announced. The proposed ban aims to address concerns about youth mental health and online safety. Details on the specific restrictions are pending. Both governments are exploring measures to protect young users from online harms.

A Yamaha NVX motorcycle caught fire, sustaining approximately 30 percent damage. The incident occurred at a battery charging premises in Melaka, resulting in the destruction of two trishaws.

A car collided with the back of a cement lorry on the Kuala Lumpur-Karak Expressway near Kampung Sungai Chinchin, resulting in the deaths of three individuals. The exact cause of the collision is under investigation.

The High Court has rejected a bid to block Na'imah Khalid from managing overseas investment funds. The ruling pertains to investment funds and the management of overseas assets.

Malaysia has enacted the Online Safety Act 2025 (ONSA), which will come into effect on June 1.

Malaysia's AI lung screening program at public clinics has identified 724 lung nodules and 73 high-risk cancer cases out of 9,174 patients screened. Approximately 26.9% of patients showed abnormal chest X-rays.