Malaysia News in English

August 18, 2026

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

Decline in fertility rates linked to late marriages and rising living costs in Malaysia.

Health Minister defends transfer of Sabah hospital director amid ongoing harassment probe.

Mandatory drug screening for Malaysia Airlines pilots completed, with all results returning negative.

Thousands await aid after a deadly earthquake rocks Indonesia, leaving at least 47 dead.

CAP calls for prosecution of those involved in the Tabung Haji scandal, urging accountability.

Malaysia's DAP votes overwhelmingly to remain in the unity government, supporting PM Anwar.

Three suspects remain at large following a daring jewellery shop robbery in Genting Highlands.

Haze returns to Malaysia as air quality deteriorates, with unhealthy readings reported in Sarawak.

Judge orders rapper Caprice to apologize and pay RM200,000 for defaming preacher Ebit Lew.

FBM KLCI slides as traders focus on upcoming earnings amid global growth concerns.

99 Speedmart reports a 13% rise in profit for the second quarter, driven by outlet expansion.

Actor Lee Yi Kyung to hold a fan event in Japan despite recent controversies surrounding him.

Football: Malaysia falls to Vietnam in the first leg of the Hyundai AFF semi-finals.

Arsenal delivers a stunning performance, routing Manchester City in the Community Shield.

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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