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Malaysian hockey development

Carolan eyes defensive revamp as Speedy Tigers build momentum after Nations Cup campaign

Malaysia head coach Brendon Carolan has identified defence, ball retention and circle control as the key areas for improvement after the Speedy Tigers secured fifth place at the FIH Nations Cup, with the national side now turning its focus towards a crucial South African tour and the next phase of its development

C.R. Kumar to inject ‘Indian edge’ into Malaysia women’s hockey with revolutionary 1RM training

Malaysia’s women’s hockey team is set for a major physical overhaul as new head coach C.R. Kumar introduces science-backed 1RM strength training to boost power, speed, and competitiveness ahead of major regional and continental tournaments

Nor Saiful seeks multiracial revival to restore Malaysia’s junior hockey edge

Malaysia’s junior hockey coach Nor Saiful Zaini Nasiruddin calls for a return to the sport’s once-strong multicultural roots, stressing that blending Indian, Punjabi, Chinese, and Malay talents is key to rebuilding a competitive team capable of matching top international standards

MHC slashes foreign player quota to boost local talent in league

The Malaysian Hockey Confederation has reduced the number of foreign players allowed in the domestic league from eight to three, aiming to prioritise local talent development while maintaining competitive standards

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Worrying number of youth spending 18 hours on social media daily: MCMC 

The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission has drawn attention to the substantial number of young individuals who spend extended periods online, expressing concerns about harmful aspects of specific social media platforms. 

Penang’s shores in peril: a deadly mix of climate change and coastal development”

Rising sea levels, erratic weather, and unchecked development are driving coastal erosion to alarming new heights in Penang, threatening both nature and livelihoods.

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