News@9: Today's top headlines - July 25, 2025 [WATCH]
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has told the Health Ministry to speed up the hiring of 4,325 doctors, including contract roles.
Putrajaya is calling on Thailand and Cambodia to exercise restraint and de-escalate tensions after a clash along their shared border.
Sixteen roads in downtown Kuala Lumpur will be closed for the Turun Anwar rally. Police said motorists should plan alternate routes.
The Malaysian duo are set to climb to world No. 2 after reaching the China Open semi-finals in Changzhou on Friday.
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- The Star
Malaysian singer Dino, 50, suffers stroke after eating 7 durians in one day
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Daily Express
9 hours ago
- Daily Express
Government mulls raising tobacco tax: Anwar
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The Sun
10 hours ago
- The Sun
First dental specialist centre in Negeri Sembilan opens for public
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