Anwar Ibrahim was sworn in as Malaysia's 10th prime minister on November 24, 2022, after the king resolved a hung parliament situation following the general election. Anwar, the leader of the Pakatan Harapan bloc, now leads a coalition government that includes UMNO, despite having campaigned against it. The king's decision was based on the need for a stable government to stimulate Malaysia's economy. Anwar's appointment was contested by Muhyiddin Yassin of Perikatan Nasional, who claimed to have majority support. The Barisan Nasional coalition, which had been in power for six decades, won only 30 seats. UMNO agreed to support the king's decision for a unity government. Anwar's political journey has been marked by legal challenges and comebacks, including a sodomy conviction that was later overturned and a corruption conviction. Analysts view Anwar's appointment positively, emphasizing the need for an inclusive government and economic stability.

Malaysians are preparing for a general election that could result in a hung parliament due to a divided opposition and a ruling coalition seeking legitimacy after being ousted in the previous election over corruption allegations. Surveys by YouGov and Merdeka indicate a tight race with no clear majority. The electorate has expanded by 42 percent, including many first-time voters. The election features a record number of candidates, including the 97-year-old former Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad. The ruling coalition, Barisan Nasional, seeks to regain power, while the opposition, led by Anwar Ibrahim's Pakatan Harapan and Muhyiddin Yassin's Perikatan Nasional, aims to capitalize on Barisan's declining popularity and internal issues. Key voter concerns include inflation, the potential recession, and clean governance. The election's outcome will significantly impact Malaysia's political stability and economic policies.

Bojan Hodak, coach of Kuala Lumpur City FC, feels fortunate to have Irfan Zakaria in the team, praising his versatility. Despite new players like Declan Lambert and Nabil Hakim Bokhari, the team struggled to find a suitable replacement for Daniel Ting at left defense until Hodak positioned Irfan there. Irfan sees this change as a positive development in his career. KL City is currently ninth in the Super League with 13 points from four wins and a draw. Hodak acknowledges the challenges ahead in improving the team's defense.

The Malaysian government has expressed unwavering support for Australia and the Netherlands in their legal proceedings against Russia for the downing of Malaysia Airlines flight MH17 in 2014. Defense Minister Datuk Seri Hishammuddin Hussein stated that the support is based on the principle of justice and is not related to the current geopolitical crisis between Russia and Ukraine. Malaysia will continue to seek justice for the tragedy of MH17 but will not succumb to unilateral sanctions.

Police in Ampang recorded a statement from an individual regarding a viral video alleging that members of the Malaysian Civil Defence Force (APM) disobeyed landslide operation orders in Taman Bukit Permai. The main suspect, a 38-year-old senior private secretary in a ministry and APM member, was allowed to leave after his statement was recorded. Additionally, five APM officers from Hulu Langat are expected to give statements. A man believed to be the video's distributor was detained for testing positive for methamphetamine and possessing an online gambling app on his phone. The case is being investigated under the Dangerous Drugs Act 1952 and the Open Gambling House Act 1953.

The identities of all victims from the landslide at Taman Bukit Permai 2 in Ampang have been identified by the police. The deceased are Chong Siew Kim, E. Ramasamy, A. Mahendran, and Mohd. Saiful Ridzuan Ishak. The injured victim, Cheng Kim Cheng, is receiving treatment at Ampang Hospital. Autopsies are underway, and the cases have been classified as sudden death.

Three of the four victims of a landslide in Taman Bukit Permai 2, Ampang, were buried over one meter deep. The third, fourth, and fifth victims were found by rescue teams during a search and rescue operation that concluded at 1:55 am. The first two victims were discovered earlier at house number two at the incident site, with one deceased and one rescued. A total of 127 firefighters, with assistance from the Ampang Jaya Municipal Council (MPAJ), Rela members, and the Malaysian Civil Defence Force (APM), were deployed for the rescue operations. Rescue personnel will remain in the area to prepare for any eventualities.

A local man, 54, died in a road accident at a gas station on Jalan Gasing, Petaling Jaya, when he was crushed between a Hino truck and a building wall. The incident occurred around 7 am, and the victim was pronounced dead at the scene. Petaling Jaya Police Chief ACP Mohamad Fakhrudin Abdul Hamid stated that the body was sent to the University Malaya Medical Centre for autopsy. The police are continuing their investigation to determine the cause of death and are seeking witnesses, asking them to contact Traffic Investigation Officer Inspector Mohamad Khairil Helmi Mohamad Isa.

An elderly woman died after her vehicle crashed into a parked car on Jalan SS 3/39 in Petaling Jaya. The incident occurred at 1:30 PM, and the woman, aged 65, lost control of her vehicle, a Peugeot 208, and collided with a Toyota Corolla. She was confirmed dead while receiving treatment at a private hospital. Petaling Jaya Police District Chief, Assistant Commissioner Mohamad Fakhrudin Abdul Hamid, stated that investigations are ongoing to determine the exact cause of the accident and the cause of death. Witnesses are urged to contact Investigating Officer Inspector R Navalan. The victim's body has been sent to the University Malaya Medical Center for an autopsy, and the police are awaiting results for further action.

The Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) has issued a thunderstorm warning with heavy rain expected until 9 pm tonight in the states of Perak, Pahang, Selangor, Kuala Lumpur, Putrajaya, Negeri Sembilan, Melaka, Sarawak, and Sabah. Residents in these areas are advised to be cautious and take precautionary measures. The warning is based on signs of thunderstorms with rain intensity exceeding 20 mm/hour, expected to last for more than an hour. The thunderstorm warning is a short-term alert valid for no more than six hours per issuance.

The Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) has issued a thunderstorm and heavy rain warning for Sabah and Sarawak, expected to last until 5 pm. Areas affected in Sarawak include Sarikei, Meradong, Sibu, Selangau, and Mukah. In Sabah, adverse weather is expected in the Interior (Keningau and Tambunan), West Coast, and Kudat regions.

Residents in ten Malaysian states are advised to be cautious due to warnings of heavy rain and thunderstorms expected to last until late this evening. The Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) has issued alerts for Perlis, Kedah, Perak, Pahang, Selangor, Kuala Lumpur, Putrajaya, and Negeri Sembilan until 6 pm, and for certain areas in Sarawak and Sabah until 5 pm. The warnings are issued when signs indicate thunderstorms with rain intensity exceeding 20 mm/hour, expected to last for more than an hour, and are valid for no more than six hours from issuance.

A 22-year-old man riding a Honda Wave motorcycle against traffic on Jalan Lingkaran Tengah 2, Kampung Pandan towards Gombak was severely injured early this morning after being hit by a Proton Saga. A Perodua Bezza, unable to brake in time, collided with the rear of the Proton Saga. The motorcycle rider suffered facial and leg injuries and is being treated at Ampang Hospital. Ampang Jaya Police District Chief, Assistant Commissioner Mohamad Farouk Eshak, stated that the case is being investigated under Section 43 of the Road Transport Act 1987.

Batalion 7 Pasukan Gerakan Am (PGA) seized 975 cartons of cigarettes and 749 cartons of various brands of liquor, as well as 374 bottles of subsidized cooking oil, after detaining two Bangladeshi men in a contraband operation in Seri Kembangan. The raid was conducted in a residential area at Taman Bukit Serdang, with the total estimated value of the seized goods amounting to RM1,006,844.60. The operation successfully dismantled a syndicate distributing untaxed liquor and cigarettes in the Seri Kembangan area of Selangor, which used a residential premise as a storage facility. The case is being investigated under Section 135 (1) of the Customs Act 1967 and Section 6 (1)(C) of the Immigration Act.

Six South Korean women suspected of working as customer service attendants (GROs) were detained in a raid at an exclusive karaoke center in Solaris Mont Kiara, Kuala Lumpur. The raid, led by the Immigration Department of the Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur and its director Syamsul Badrin Mohshin, also resulted in the detention of two South Korean men and one Pakistani man. The immoral activities at the premises involved offering GRO services to customers from room to room for a fee of RM500, with room charges reaching up to RM2000. During the raid, several GROs were unable to flee as the location had been surrounded in advance. A total of 35 Kuala Lumpur immigration officers were involved in the operation, and all suspects were detained for abusing expatriate passes under Regulation 39(b) of the Immigration Regulations 1963.

Malaysia's recent election did not produce a decisive winner, with the coalitions led by Anwar Ibrahim and former Prime Minister Muhyiddin Yassin nearly tied, and the historically dominant Barisan Nasional facing a significant loss. Both Anwar and Muhyiddin claimed they had enough support to form a government, though neither secured the 111 seats needed for a majority. The Election Commission's results showed Pakatan Harapan leading with 82 seats, closely followed by Muhyiddin's Perikatan Nasional with 79 seats. The election saw high voter turnout, with over 15 million votes cast out of 21 million eligible voters. The king of Malaysia will ultimately decide which coalition can form the government. The election was held for 220 out of 222 parliamentary seats due to one candidate's death and a weather-related suspension.