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A striking new mural in Kota Kinabalu honours the enduring friendship between Sabah and Australia, unveiled on the eve of Sandakan Day. The artwork celebrates people-to-people connections spanning generations.
Pahang's Sultan and Tengku Ampuan have pledged stronger support for the Orang Asli community, emphasising education, economic development, and cultural preservation as key priorities for improving indigenous welfare.
The Ethnic Huaji Handwoven Cooperative in Tibet's Shannan region preserves the ancient art of Pulu weaving, employing more than 100 locals while ensuring a centuries-old tradition survives for future generations.
Malaysia's Education Ministry will apply for UNESCO recognition of Gendang 24 Perayaan, a traditional percussion art form, as part of efforts to preserve and promote the cultural heritage among younger generations across the nation.
The late writer Dr Abdul Rahman Napiah, known by pen name Mana Sikana, has been awarded Malaysia's 16th National Laureate in recognition of his profound influence on Malaysian literature and generations of writers.
Kamarool Yusoff, the veteran Malaysian actor affectionately known as Cik Man for his iconic role in 'Gila-gila Remaja', has died at age 68 from a heart condition at Tanah Merah Hospital.
Malaysia has conducted 35 cloud seeding operations between February and June to address El Niño impacts, while the Progressive Wage Policy has lifted entry-level worker median wages by 15.79 per cent. Parliamentary updates also cover heritage recognition for Tamil music and reviews of merchant charges under the SARA assistance scheme.
Kalpana Dance Theatre marks three decades of artistic innovation by weaving climate narratives into a bharatanatyam performance inspired by India's sacred rivers, while its dancers engage in hands-on river rehabilitation with a Malaysian environmental charity.
Changsha, capital of Hunan Province, offers Malaysian visitors direct flight connections and a compelling blend of archaeological treasures, natural beauty and cultural heritage worth exploring beyond China's major tourist hubs.
Zendaya's recent red carpet appearance wearing ancient Iranian gold earrings has ignited a fierce debate among archaeologists and cultural commentators about whether fashion should incorporate historical artifacts and what the ethics of such choices reveal about looting and colonialism.
UNESCO has inscribed Japan's Asuka-Fujiwara archaeological sites—19 locations spanning the sixth to eighth centuries—as World Heritage, becoming Japan's 27th designated site and demonstrating the nation's ancient state-building process.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim opened Citrawarna 2026 at Dataran Merdeka, a major cultural showcase attracting over 700 international tourists. The three-day event features 3,500 dancers, traditional performances and cultural displays supporting Malaysia's tourism drive.
The United States has returned two eighth-century bronze Buddhist statues to Indonesia, recovered during investigations into the illicit antiquities trafficking network of dealer Douglas Latchford, marking a significant victory for cultural heritage recovery in Southeast Asia.
Mexican police have arrested a man suspected of stealing bronze sculptures, including works by renowned surrealist artist Leonora Carrington, from a church courtyard in Mexico City's historic district.
The Kelantan Arts Festival 2026, held in Pasir Puteh from July 1-4, brought together diverse performers and communities to celebrate the state's rich cultural heritage while strengthening national unity through interactive programmes and traditional arts.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has honoured veteran actor Datuk Rahim Razali on his 87th birthday, recognising the screen legend's significant contributions to Malaysian entertainment and his lasting cultural impact.