Malaysia News in English

January 18, 2026

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Good morning! It’s 18th January, and here’s your Malaysia daily news capsule.

Zahid aims for a new Malay-Muslim coalition, emphasizing unity for Malays and Islam.

Mindef reviews PM's freeze on military procurements, assessing defense readiness impact.

Immigration detains 217 foreigners in raids across Klang Valley malls.

Protests erupt in Denmark and Greenland against Trump's annexation threats.

At Umno's AGM, women lead policy discussions while youth focus on political strategies.

Malaysia's economy shows strong growth, exceeding expectations with a 4.9% rise.

Cambodia arrests 75 suspects in a crackdown on online scams.

Thailand faces scrutiny after deadly construction accidents claim multiple lives.

Ashley St. Clair sues Elon Musk’s xAI over deepfake images controversy.

NASA crew declares readiness as their rocket approaches the launch pad.

Don't let your guard down despite the drop in dengue cases, warns health director.

Scientists unveil a breakthrough image sensor that reveals tiny details from afar.

Study highlights concerning mortality patterns in liver disease.

Experts investigate whether smartwatches can help diffuse tantrums in children.

That’s all for now — have a great day ahead!

This audio and transcript are generated using AI from publicly available news sources.

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