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FAM apologises to Malaysian fans over seven players’ document controversy

New president Ab Ghani Hassan vows tighter verification and governance procedures to prevent a repeat of the controversy that led to FIFA sanctions against FAM and seven players

FIFA penalty sends Malaysia tumbling down rankings, FAM calls it unavoidable

FIFA sanctions result in a five-place drop for Harimau Malaya, with FAM focusing on next steps amid potential further AFC points deductions

FAM explains sudden removal of IIC report amid CAS proceedings

The Football Association of Malaysia explained the sudden removal of the Independent Investigation Committee (IIC) report from its website, citing concerns that its timing could influence ongoing Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) proceedings related to sanctions over falsified documents involving seven heritage players

Bank Islam on the brink? FAM partnership in peril amid heritage player fallout

Bank Islam Berhad’s long-running partnership with the Football Association of Malaysia (FAM) is reportedly under review, as the Shariah-compliant bank weighs reputational risks from the ongoing “heritage player” controversy

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Cleared for layoffs? AirAsia to retrench 20% of workforce in major cost-cutting move

This allegedly involves cabin services, cargo and logistics, engineering and maintenance, as well as the commercial division, according to Scoop’s source

InDrive faces termination for flouting guidelines

It is the second Russian e-hailing app after Maxim to face ban by Land Public Transport Agency

Schools may close if air quality worsens, five areas hit unhealthy levels: DOE

The department said the areas recorded unhealthy API readings, warns of RM1mil fine for open burning offenders