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Held in Pasir Puteh from July 1-4, the Kelantan Arts Festival 2026 brought together traditional performers, interactive activities and community gatherings to celebrate the state's arts heritage whilst promoting Malaysia MADANI values of unity and inclusivity.
Malaysia will mark its first National Mosque Open Day at Tuminah Hamidi Mosque in Bagan Datuk from August 13 to 15, showcasing mosques as community spaces open to all faiths and backgrounds.
Malaysia executed 35 cloud seeding operations between February and June to mitigate El Nino's impact on water supplies. The Progressive Wage Policy lifted entry-level worker median wages by 15.79 per cent to RM2,200, while the government explores recognising Malaysian Tamil music as national heritage.
Zendaya's choice to wear ancient Iranian gold earrings on the red carpet has triggered fierce debate among archaeologists and cultural heritage advocates over provenance, looting, and the ethics of wearing historically significant artifacts as fashion accessories.
The government will examine ways to strengthen the Nordin Ahmad Gallery in Penang, which honours the legendary Malay film star. Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil pledged support to preserve this important cultural legacy for future generations.
Kelantan's wayang kulit tradition faces existential threats from mounting permit difficulties and a severe shortage of trained practitioners, with only three senior masters remaining active.
The president of Pertubuhan Rungus Bersatu Sabah has entered a not guilty plea to Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission charges involving alleged misappropriation of RM2 million allocated for a cultural hall project.
The FBI has returned several illegally smuggled Indonesian cultural artefacts to Jakarta, with Indonesia's Culture Minister expressing hope for expanded cooperation on repatriation efforts and cultural sovereignty restoration.
North Borneo's historic stamps from 1883-1963 are disappearing as stamp collecting fades. Preservationists urge action to protect Sabah's postal heritage for future generations.
Mexican police have arrested a suspect in connection with the theft of valuable bronze sculptures, including works by surrealist artist Leonora Carrington, taken from a church courtyard in Mexico City's historic centre.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has publicly celebrated the 87th birthday of veteran actor Datuk Rahim Razali, acknowledging his significant legacy and cultural impact on Malaysia's film industry.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has extended birthday wishes to legendary filmmaker and cultural figure Datuk Rahim Razali, celebrating his 87th birthday and six decades of contributions to Malaysia's arts sector.
A Chinese court has ordered Molly Tea to pay 10.3 million yuan (US$1.5 million) to Louis Vuitton for trademark infringement over a similar four-petal flower logo, sparking debate about IP rights and traditional cultural elements in commerce.
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Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has paid tribute to Abu Bakar, a prominent Malay literary figure and former lecturer, acknowledging his significant contributions to the nation's cultural and intellectual landscape.
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Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has congratulated Dewan Bahasa dan Pustaka on reaching its 70th anniversary, praising the institution's role in safeguarding Malaysia's linguistic and cultural heritage through generations.