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May 4, 2026

Hajj 2026: Malaysian Mother Gifts Son Hajj After Years of Savings

Eusoff Azman from Cheras, Kuala Lumpur, has expressed deep gratitude after being chosen to perform Hajj for the 2026 season, crediting his mother’s long-term planning and sacrifice for making the journey possible.

byMaisah

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May 3, 2026

Hajj 2026: Malaysian Hajj Pilgrim Dies in Makkah

A 65-year-old from Pahang collapsed at Masjid al-Haram (Grand Mosque) during Friday prayers (1 May) and died from heart complications.

byMaisah

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February 18, 2026

Malaysia Offers 30% ETS Fare Discount for All Routes During Ramadan 2026

Passengers can enjoy reduced fares by using promo codes NURRAMADAN or RAMADANTIBA starting February 18.

byWarda Shahid

Tengku Tengah Zaharah Mosque, also known as the Floating Mosque, located in Kuala Terengganu Malaysia

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August 19, 2025

Malaysia To Jail or Fine Men For Skipping Friday Prayers in Terengganu

Malaysian state Terengganu enforces strict Shariah penalties under new Takzir law.

byWarda Shahid

Travel

August 7, 2025

Top 10 Largest Mosques by Capacity in 2026

Saudi Arabia’s holy sites dominate global rankings while modern Asian mosques break records in scale and architectural innovation.

byHaniya Hassan

Imam and Khateeb of Masjid Al Nabawi Sheikh Salah Al Budair in Malaysia

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August 6, 2025

Sheikh Budair Arrives in Malaysia for Quran Symposium 2025

Saudi Arabia’s top imam arrives for global Islamic summit. Event targets Quranic scholarship and international unity.

byMaisah

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June 13, 2025

Malaysia Named 2025’s Top Muslim‑Friendly Destination

Malaysia has once again secured the ‘Top Muslim‑Friendly Destination of the Year’ award in GMTI 2025, marking a decade of leadership in halal tourism.

byMaisah

Malaysian Pilgrims Died During Hajj 2025

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June 9, 2025

10 Malaysian Pilgrims Died During Hajj 2025

Most succumbed to heart-related complications in Makkah hospitals; authorities coordinate funeral arrangements and family support.

bySamira Yusuf

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May 30, 2025

Blind for 38 Years Malaysian Woman Performing Hajj 2025

After nearly four decades without sight, 62-year-old retired Malaysian teacher Zawiah Mohamad is fulfilling her dream of performing Hajj 2025.

byMaisah

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April 25, 2025

Malaysian 10-Year-Old Autistic Boy Memorizes Entire Quran in 4 Months

Ahmad Ziyyad’s extraordinary achievement defies expectations.

byWarda Shahid

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March 15, 2025

Rae Lil Black (Kae Asakura) Converts to Islam

Japanese former film star Kae Asakura (Rae Lil Black) converted to Islam after experiencing Muslim hospitality in Malaysia.

byWarda Shahid

malaysia Mohammad Farhan Khadid and Shamsul Azrin Man

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February 4, 2025

Two Malaysians Start Walking to Mecca for Umrah

Two Malaysian men have begun a grueling 10,000km journey entirely on foot, aiming to reach Saudi Arabia to fulfill their lifelong dream of performing Umrah.

byMaisah

Sultan Johor Crown Royal Arc in Laman Ledang Tangkak

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November 27, 2024

Malaysia: Muslim Business Owners In Johor Will Pause Business During Friday Prayers

Exemptions are given to non-Muslims and Muslim women.

byWarda Shahid

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November 21, 2024

Malaysia’s Halal Industry Set to Exceed $50 Billion in Five Years

To support local producers and attract international businesses seeking swift and credible Halal certification.

byWarda Shahid

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November 12, 2024

Malaysian Influencer Shares Disturbing Encounter With Man Following Him to Hotel Room in Mecca

“He followed me all the way to the hotel. That’s when I started feeling unsafe,” Malaysian personality Zhiddin Aziz recounted of his recent experience in Mecca.

byWarda Shahid