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F1 CEO Stefano Domenicali hailed Max Verstappen's Red Bull contract extension as the 'cherry on the cake' of the final Dutch Grand Prix weekend, while reaffirming the 2026 season will end in Abu Dhabi despite regional tensions. The Dutch GP at Zandvoort marks its last appearance on the calendar after six years.
Pakistan's army chief Asim Munir is set to visit Tehran on Monday to continue mediation efforts between the US and Iran, as announced by Iran's foreign ministry. The visit comes amid stalled peace negotiations and looming US sanctions, with Pakistani sources confirming the trip.
A 17-year-old Indonesian named Rudiyansha has become known as a 'forest hero' for his volunteer firefighting work in Borneo, where he wears a Superman costume. His story, told by his father and covered by multiple news sources, highlights the region's fire crisis as why he feels 'really happy' to help despite the exhausting and hazardous conditions.
The International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM) has announced the termination of academic Solehah Yaacob's service, effective April 27, following her controversial theories on Malay history. The university stated she is barred from using any official affiliation with IIUM. The move follows advice from the Higher Education Minister for academics to stay within their expertise.
Germany defeated Australia 4-2 to reach the semi-finals, ending the Kookaburras' title hopes. The same day features four second-round matches in Wavre, Belgium, including Malaysia vs South Africa and Spain vs Belgium.
Treesa Jolly and Gayatri Gopichand won India's first women's doubles medal at the BWF World Championships since 2011, securing bronze after a semifinal loss to the world No. 1 Chinese pair in New Delhi. The unseeded duo's spirited run ended a 15-year wait, with both players reflecting on the achievement and looking ahead to the Asian Games.
Kuala Lumpur and Selangor have agreed on a five-point action plan to reduce flood risk across the Klang Valley, including reviewing major dams, building new retention ponds, and coordinating river dredging. A technical task force will meet within two weeks to finalise details, with proposals expected before Budget 2027.
Thailand's Fourth Army Region has advised the public to stay vigilant following multiple arson and bomb attacks in Narathiwat, Yala, and Pattani, with a curfew imposed in Narathiwat. Malaysian police have also advised citizens to defer non-essential trips to the region, though no Malaysians were reported hurt.
Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil announced that Budget 2027 will focus on comprehensively addressing cost-of-living issues while considering geopolitical instability and crude oil price movements. The budget will prioritise quick-impact projects, attract domestic and international investment, and support the 13th Malaysia Plan. Fahmi also outlined his ministry's priorities, including expanding internet access and promoting media sustainability through incentives.
Pakistan and Malaysia have agreed to establish a joint working group between their interior ministries, focusing on counter-terrorism, counter-narcotics, cybercrime and illegal immigration. The agreement came during talks between Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi and Malaysian Home Affairs Minister Saifuddin Nasution Ismail in Islamabad, who also met President Asif Ali Zardari to discuss security cooperation and trade.
Seven areas across Malaysia recorded unhealthy Air Pollutant Index (API) readings as of 10am on Sunday, with Sarawak bearing the brunt. The Asean Specialised Meteorological Centre attributed the haze to hotspots in Kalimantan and Sumatra, advising affected residents to limit outdoor activities.
Southern Thailand's Narathiwat, Yala, a curfew and Malaysia responded with a travel advisory; casualty figures and the exact curfew end time remain unconfirmed in official statements as of Sunday.
Malaysia's Aaron Chia-Soh Wooi Yik beat defending champions and world No. 1 pair Kim Won-ho-Seo Seung-jae 21-17, 21-18 in the World Badminton Championships semi-finals in New Delhi, setting up a second shot at the world title. They will face either China's Liang Weikeng-Wang Chang or Taiwan's Lee Jhe-huei-Yang Po-hsuan in the final on Sunday.
At VIT's 41st convocation, Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta called on graduates to make India a creator of AI rather than a consumer, citing the India AI Mission and Delhi's partnerships with IITs. Chancellor G. Viswanathan highlighted India's low higher-education enrolment ratio and appealed to the new education minister.
Alex Lanier defeated Japan's Kodai Naraoka 21-11, 21-11 in the men's singles final at the BWF World Championships in New Delhi, becoming the first French player to win the title. The French pair of Thom Gicquel and Delphine Delrue also won gold in mixed doubles, making it a historic day for French badminton.
Lando Norris secured pole position for the Dutch Grand Prix, beating George Russell and Kimi Antonelli in a qualifying session affected by rain threats. Max Verstappen will start seventh in his final home race, while Liam Lawson impressed in eighth. The race, which was won by Norris, saw Verstappen crash out early, leading to a red flag.
Indonesia is sending 1,500 more soldiers to Borneo to combat wildfires that have burned over 200,000 hectares since January. President Prabowo Subianto visited the region and ordered increased deployment, while smoke has drifted into Malaysian Borneo, prompting air quality alerts.
Tourism Malaysia's 2026 Sales Mission to the Philippines, held from August 16 to 23, aimed to boost Filipino visitor arrivals ahead of Visit Malaysia 2026-2027. Events in Manila, Davao, and Cebu featured B2B meetings, destination seminars, and updates on visa programs.
As India gears up for the BRICS Summit in New Delhi, the BrahMos supersonic cruise missile is emerging as a key export item in bilateral talks, with a range of countries from the Gulf to Southeast Asia expressing interest. Recent combat use in Operation Sindoor has bolstered its appeal, and several agreements are already in place.
A new study from the University of Queensland and the University of Newcastle finds that allowing tropical forests to regenerate naturally can be up to 96% cheaper than traditional tree-planting programs, while still delivering substantial carbon and biodiversity benefits. The research, published in Nature Ecology & Evolution, provides an interactive global map to help identify priority areas for cost-effective restoration.