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FAM election: New president, same old system? – Sandru Narayanan

A new president will mean little if FAM fails to confront the financial, governance and structural problems that have plagued Malaysian football for years

Afiq Fazail crowned as Most Valuable Player at 2025-2026 m-league awards night

Afiq previously proved his consistency by being recognised as the Best Midfielder in the 2022 and 2023 editions, making the 2025-2026 season his third major success, edging out other nominees, Danial Amier Norhisham (Kuching City FC) and Nooa Laine (Selangor FC)

Malaysian football’s unpaid wage crisis needs to be addressed immediately: Kim Swee

The death of former Kedah Darul Aman coach Rosle Md Derus has reignited concerns over unpaid salaries in Malaysian football, with FCAM president Datuk Ong Kim Swee urging FAM, the Malaysian Football League and clubs to tighten enforcement and hold errant teams accountable before more lives are affected

‘You don’t know my struggles’: Arif Aiman fires back at ‘comfort zone’ claims

JDT star Arif Aiman Hanapi dismisses social media criticism suggesting he has avoided overseas moves for comfort, insisting his rise to the top has been shaped by sacrifice, pressure and hard work

AFC welcomes discussion between M‑League clubs to address domestic football challenges

Football governing body backs inclusive talks to pinpoint root causes as top clubs unite over mounting withdrawals, salary delays and unsustainable cost pressures

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Over 23.6 million to benefit as new electricity tariff kicks in July 1

The Energy Commission has set a new average base tariff of 45.40 sen/kWh for RP4, slightly lower than before, bringing overall electricity costs down by up to 19% compared to the previous regulatory period

Short-lived La Niña expected in early 2026, but stable weather to follow

MetMalaysia forecasts cool conditions and brief shifts in rainfall patterns before returning to normal

Is it costly for small businesses to obtain halal certification?

A restaurant owners’ group agrees it can be, while application guidelines show fee is not high but added costs lie in the process to achieve compliance