Malaysia
Malaysia, Indonesia block Elon Musk’s Grok over explicit AI deepfakes
Malaysia and Indonesia have blocked access to Elon Musk’s AI chatbot Grok after regulators said the tool was repeatedly used to generate sexually explicit, nonconsensual deepfake images. Indonesia’s…
Malaysia to bar children under-16s from social media
Malaysia will introduce a nationwide ban on social media accounts for users under 16 in 2026 and require platforms to block account creation unless an ID-based age check is completed. The mandate is…
Floods across Indonesia, Sri Lanka, Thailand and Malaysia kill more than 1,400
More than 1,400 people have been killed across Indonesia, Sri Lanka, Thailand and Malaysia after days of heavy rain triggered severe flooding and landslides. Three cyclones formed in the same week…
Malaysia’s first K-pop idol is fluent in 4 different languages
Alicia Wong Lingling, or simply Lingling, 19, is set to make history as Malaysia’s first K-pop idol, debuting with entertainment label Leanbranding’s first global girl group in late May. How she did…
Swatch wins lawsuit against Malaysia’s illegal seizure of Pride watches
Swiss watchmaker Swatch won a lawsuit against Malaysia’s Home Ministry over the latter’s seizure of 172 Pride-themed watches. The Kuala Lumpur High Court ordered the ministry on Monday to return the…
Watch: Malaysian man runs 10-kilometer marathon with 16-pound cat on his shoulders
A Malaysian man is winning hearts on TikTok for taking his cat with him as they join a marathon. The 42-year-old man, identified as Apak, shared an adorable video on Oct. 28 of himself and his cat,…
Watch: Malaysian gas station surprised by truck carrying 2 elephants
In a truly random encounter, a truck transporting two large elephants pulled up at a gas station in Malaysia, causing quite the surprise. A 20-second video of the strange moment made its way to…
Malaysia deports domestic worker who criticized Cambodian government
Malaysia deported Cambodian domestic worker Nuon Toeun after she posted comments on social media criticizing Cambodia’s leadership. Her deportation, requested by the Cambodian government, highlights…
Uncle Roger sets new Guinness World Record
Comedian Nigel Ng, better known as Uncle Roger, set a new Guinness World Record over the weekend for the largest gathering of people dressed as his character, just days after opening his fried rice…
Enjoy hotpot and a movie at the same time at this Kuala Lumpur cinema
A cinema in Kuala Lumpur is set to introduce a unique experience for Malaysian moviegoers: enjoying hotpot while watching a movie. Dadi Cinema announced the news in a Facebook post on Saturday,…
AirAsia’s youthful-looking ‘first cabin crew’ retires at 60
Nordin Razali, AirAsia’s “first cabin crew” who began working for the company 35 years ago, has retired at 60. His last flight was a 90-minute trip to Kuching, Malaysia. The Malaysian airline…
Uncle Roger to open restaurant in Malaysia
Nigel Ng, also known by his online persona Uncle Roger, is planning to open a restaurant in Malaysia sometime later this year. Ng dropped the news midway through his video uploaded to YouTube on July…
Malaysia’s ‘Orangutan Diplomacy’ draws backlash for alleged hypocrisy
Malaysia’s plan to gift orangutans to buyers of its palm oil — an industry that destroys the great apes’ habitats — is drawing criticism from conservationists. Key points:
Man fulfills ill boy’s dream of Lamborghini ride after mom’s plea goes viral
Last month, a Malaysian man won the hearts of many Facebook users by fulfilling the dream of a boy with cancer to ride in a Lamborghini. Key points:
Malaysia mulls renewed search for Flight MH370 as disappearance nears 10th anniversary
Malaysia is considering resuming the search for Malaysia Airlines Flight MH370, the passenger plane that vanished nearly a decade ago. Mysterious tragedy: On March 8, 2014, Flight MH370 disappeared…
Watch: Ed Sheeran plays with badminton star, experiences yee sang in Malaysia
Ed Sheeran made the most of his time in Malaysia by exploring the local culture ahead of his sold-out concert in Kuala Lumpur over the weekend. What he did: Sheeran, 33, performed in Kuala Lumpur on…
Malaysians question foreigner’s claims he witnessed cat meat trade in hidden KL market
A UK videographer’s claims of witnessing cat meat being sold in a hidden alleyway of Kuala Lumpur’s Chinatown have sparked outrage and demands for clarification among Malaysian netizens. About the…
Watch: Malaysian teacher’s video shows challenges of being a teacher in US
A Malaysian teacher’s classroom experiences in a US elementary school have sparked discussions on classroom management and cultural differences. A Malaysian teacher in Omaha: Jai, a Malaysian teacher…
Malaysia swears in billionaire as new king in world’s only rotational monarchy
A billionaire has been sworn in as the new king of Malaysia under the Southeast Asian country’s unique monarchy system, where several rulers take turns on the throne. What happened: Sultan Ibrahim…
Award-winning Malaysian body horror film ‘Tiger Stripes’ to stream on Netflix
Editor’s Note: The previous version of this article incorrectly reported that “Tiger Stripes” will be released globally. NextShark has updated this story to indicate that the film will only be…
Malaysian company creates Mahjong-inspired watch for Chinese New Year
Malaysian watch brand Revelot has teamed up with Malaysian design company Behati for a limited-edition mahjong-inspired watch just in time for Lunar New Year. About the watch: Set for release on…
Durian sells for over $39,000 at auction in Malaysia
“I was expecting one million baht so for it to sell more is very good,” said organizer Fadzli Mohamad Kamal
Michelle Yeoh fulfills promise to her mom with wedding banquet in Malaysia
Michelle Yeoh recently held a wedding banquet in Ipoh, Malaysia, for her mother, who missed her wedding with Ferrari CEO Jean Todt in Geneva, Switzerland, in July. About the ceremony: About 100 close…
Malaysian man, 79, earns PhD despite struggle with cataracts, commute
Muharam Awang, a 79-year-old Malaysian man, graduated and received his Ph.D. in Malay literature from the National University of Malaysia (UKM) last week. The finish line: Muharam, a father of seven…
Elephant herd tramples car after it hits calf along a highway in Malaysia
A herd of wild elephants trampled a car after it struck a baby elephant along a major highway in Malaysia. What happened: According to local authorities, the incident occurred on the East-West…
Singaporean woman loses $81,000 in life savings after answering fake durian tour ad
“This was my money saved over three decades. I deleted all the banking apps on my phone because I’m so scared”
Ms. Puiyi returns to OnlyFans months after leaving it to pursue DJing
Her recent return to the platform has fueled speculation about her motivations
Malaysian mom discovers daughter running a gambling operation at school during recess
The daughter, who attends an international school, eventually revealed that she had been engaging in gambling activities during school recess, acting as a banker in games of chance
Viral video shows cat in Malaysia ‘fixing’ a light bulb
A cat in Malaysia has gone viral for fiddling with a loose light bulb and “fixing” it. Key details: A TikTok video of the cat, which has garnered over 1.1 million views, was posted by user @annezack6…
Video: Gas station workers in Malaysia rescue dog trapped in drain for a week
“God forgives the sins of people who help animals that are thirsty for water,” the caption for the post read
Watch: Man braves narrow street drain to save kittens during heavy rain in Malaysia
A Malaysian man is being called a hero for submerging his entire body in dirty rainwater to save a couple of trapped kittens. What happened: The brave act was filmed and later shared by Noreenrizan,…
Malaysian teacher creates giant ‘Barbie’ boxes to improve students’ learning
“If you guys [sic] tired with all negative and demotivating news in the social media… I hope this can give you guys a break”
Video: Malaysian girl, 6, tells father why she stole $300 from him
A video of a Malaysian man confronting his 6-year-old daughter for stealing from him to help her friends has gone viral on TikTok. What happened: The father, identified only as Erwan, was baffled…
Owning an LGBT-themed Swatch watch in Malaysia could land you in jail for up to 3 years
Malaysia has banned LGBT-themed Swatch watches, warning violators of jail time of up to three years. The government’s decision: On Thursday, the Malaysian government banned Swatch Group’s watches and…
Video: Lawyer recounts heart-wrenching story of Malaysian mom who stole $4 pencil box for son
‘My mother saw you in the news on TV over a case you had handled and told me who you are,’ the man said. ‘I searched for you and am so glad to meet you’
The 1975’s Indonesia, Taiwan concerts canceled after same-sex kiss controversy in Malaysia
The 1975’s scheduled concerts in Taiwan and Indonesia have reportedly been canceled following a controversial show in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, last week. What happened: The incident occurred at the…
