Malaysia News in English

August 20, 2026

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Good morning! It’s 20th August, and here’s your Malaysia daily news capsule.

Investigation paper on immigration lorry crash to be referred to AGC on August 20.

Economists warn of risks after RCI finds Tabung Haji used RM4 billion in estimates.

Ex-1MDB CEO denies any deal with lead prosecutor for favorable testimony in court.

China praises Anwar's comments on the One-China Principle amid Taiwan tensions.

Malaysia's football campaign ends after a 2-0 loss to Vietnam in the AFF Cup.

KL police investigate personal grudge behind petrol attack on woman at lottery outlet.

Former UBB Investment Bank CEO pleads not guilty to RM139.8 million cheating charge.

Sanusi hints Kedah may explore legal options to maintain zero-gambling stance.

Trump claims Strait of Hormuz is 'New US Territory' amid rising tensions with Iran.

Millions of guns and repeated shootings challenge Thailand's firearm control measures.

Xi Jinping leads farewell for former premier Zhu Rongji, reflecting on China's past.

Fuel prices rise by 10 to 20 sen for the week of August 20 to 26.

Ringgit opens higher against the US dollar as Fed rate hike expectations ease.

NASA's rescue mission for aging space telescope has failed, updates on next steps pending.

You can witness a blood moon lunar eclipse this August; here’s how to see it.

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

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