Political context
Government, elections, public policy, courts, diplomacy, and civic institutions.
News Websites in Malaysia
AsiaMalay
Country facts
Malaysia at a glance
Capital
Kuala Lumpur
Population
Approximately 34.2 million
Official languages
English, Malay
Currency
Malaysian ringgit
Region
Asia
Time zone
UTC+08:00
Internet domain
.my
Calling code
+60
Why this country matters
Why Malaysia matters in the news
Malaysia, with Kuala Lumpur as a key national reference point, is part of the Asia news region, where coverage often connects to trade, technology, security, infrastructure, climate pressure, demographic change, diplomacy, and regional economic integration. Its population is listed as approximately 34.2 million, and news in Malaysia is commonly read through English, Malay sources. Local reporting can reveal how national decisions affect communities. The current directory includes 24 listed sources across TV News, Newspaper, News Agency, Digital Media.
AsiaEnglish, MalayCurrency: Malaysian ringgit
Country overview
Malaysia news and media context
Asia. 24 listed outlets across TV News, Newspaper, News Agency, Digital Media.
Economic context
Markets, trade, employment, public budgets, and household costs in Malaysian ringgit.
Geographic context
Regional links with Afghanistan, Armenia, Azerbaijan shape cross-border coverage.
News consumption trends
Public broadcasters, TV, radio, newspapers, online outlets, and social video.
Languages used in news
English, Malay.
Search and discovery
Outlet name, city, region, language, category, and coverage type.
Current directory mix
Digital Media: 8Newspaper: 8TV News: 3Business: 2Local News: 2
Malaysia Source Guide
Best for breaking news
Astro Awani
24-hour TV and digital news
Best public broadcaster
RTM / Berita RTM
Public broadcaster
Best business source
The Edge Malaysia
Business, markets, and finance
Best local source
The Borneo Post
Sarawak and Sabah regional news
Business: 19National: 18Local: 8Independent: 1Investigative: 1Government: 1Public Broadcaster: 1
Media landscape
How news is organized in Malaysia
Malaysia's media landscape includes national outlets, broadcasters, private publishers, local reporting, and digital-first sources where available.
News languages
- Malay
Regional and local notes
Regional and city-level coverage can be important for public services, courts, weather, infrastructure, elections, and community reporting.
Editorial notes
How to use this Malaysia page
Directory purpose
This page is a source-finding guide. It helps readers reach publisher websites, compare source types, and understand available language and coverage signals.
Inclusion limits
Inclusion does not endorse an outlet's accuracy, ownership, editorial position, or reporting quality. Check the publisher's own disclosures before relying on important information.
Review status
This page remains available for discovery while additional editorial review, source notes, and country-specific context are prepared.
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Astro Awani
www.astroawani.com
Malaysia television and digital news network covering breaking news, politics, business, world affairs, video, and live programming.
MalaysiaTV NewsMalay / English24-hour TV and digital newsVerified URLRSS availableChecked 2026-05-28
Berita Harian
www.bharian.com.my
Malay-language national newspaper and digital newsroom covering Malaysian news, politics, business, sports, entertainment, and lifestyle.
MalaysiaNewspaperMalayMalay-language national newspaperVerified URLChecked 2026-05-28
Bernama
www.bernama.com/en
Malaysia's national news agency covering national affairs, politics, business, world news, sports, and multimedia updates.
MalaysiaNews AgencyMalay / English / Chinese / TamilNational news agency and broadcasterVerified URLChecked 2026-05-28
Buletin TV3
www.buletintv3.my
TV3 news brand covering national news, politics, crime, economy, entertainment, sports, and video reports.
MalaysiaTV NewsMalayCommercial TV newsVerified URLChecked 2026-05-28
China Press
www.chinapress.com.my
Chinese-language Malaysian newspaper and digital source covering local and national news, crime, politics, business, and community stories.
MalaysiaNewspaperChineseChinese-language national newspaperVerified URLChecked 2026-05-28
Cilisos
cilisos.my
Malaysian online publication known for explainers, current affairs features, social issues, politics, and culture.
MalaysiaDigital MediaEnglishExplainers and public-interest featuresVerified URLChecked 2026-05-28
Daily Express Sabah
www.dailyexpress.com.my
Sabah-focused newspaper and digital outlet covering state politics, local communities, business, courts, sport, and Borneo affairs.
MalaysiaLocal NewsEnglishSabah regional newspaperVerified URLChecked 2026-05-28
Free Malaysia Today
www.freemalaysiatoday.com
Digital news outlet covering Malaysian politics, national affairs, business, lifestyle, sports, opinion, and regional stories.
MalaysiaDigital MediaEnglish / MalayNational digital news portalVerified URLRSS availableChecked 2026-05-28
Harian Metro
www.hmetro.com.my
Malay-language newspaper and digital source covering breaking news, crime, entertainment, lifestyle, sports, and local Malaysian stories.
MalaysiaNewspaperMalayMalay-language tabloid and digital newsVerified URLChecked 2026-05-28
Malay Mail
www.malaymail.com
Malaysian digital news site covering national news, politics, lifestyle, business, world news, sport, entertainment, and opinion.
MalaysiaDigital MediaEnglishNational digital newsVerified URLRSS availableChecked 2026-05-28
Malaysia Gazette
malaysiagazette.com
Malay-language Malaysian digital news outlet covering politics, national affairs, crime, business, entertainment, and sport.
MalaysiaDigital MediaMalayMalay-language digital newsVerified URLChecked 2026-05-28
Malaysiakini
www.malaysiakini.com
Independent Malaysian online news portal covering politics, governance, investigations, society, opinion, and current affairs.
MalaysiaDigital MediaEnglish / Malay / Chinese / TamilIndependent national digital newsVerified URLRSS availableChecked 2026-05-28
MalaysiaNow
www.malaysianow.com
Bilingual Malaysian digital newsroom covering politics, national issues, business, world news, opinion, lifestyle, and analysis.
MalaysiaDigital MediaEnglish / MalayBilingual digital newsVerified URLRSS availableChecked 2026-05-28
New Straits Times
www.nst.com.my
English-language Malaysian newspaper and digital outlet covering national news, business, politics, sport, lifestyle, and opinion.
MalaysiaNewspaperEnglishNational newspaper and digitalVerified URLChecked 2026-05-28
Oriental Daily
www.orientaldaily.com.my
Chinese-language Malaysian newspaper and digital outlet covering national news, society, business, world, entertainment, and opinion.
MalaysiaNewspaperChineseChinese-language national newspaperVerified URLChecked 2026-05-28
RTM / Berita RTM
berita.rtm.gov.my
Malaysia public broadcaster news service covering national, state, world, public affairs, culture, and official updates.
MalaysiaTV NewsMalay / English / Chinese / TamilPublic broadcasterVerified URLChecked 2026-05-28
SAYS
says.com/my
Malaysian digital media brand covering news explainers, lifestyle, culture, social stories, food, travel, and community topics.
MalaysiaDigital MediaEnglish / MalayYouth, lifestyle, and explainersVerified URLChecked 2026-05-28
Sin Chew Daily
www.sinchew.com.my
Major Chinese-language Malaysian newspaper and digital source covering national affairs, business, community, world news, and culture.
MalaysiaNewspaperChineseChinese-language national newspaperVerified URLChecked 2026-05-28
Sinar Harian
www.sinarharian.com.my
Malay-language news outlet covering national politics, state news, community issues, current affairs, business, and opinion.
MalaysiaNewspaperMalayMalay-language national and state newsVerified URLChecked 2026-05-28
The Borneo Post
www.theborneopost.com
Borneo-based newspaper and digital outlet covering Sarawak, Sabah, national news, community affairs, business, and sport.
MalaysiaLocal NewsEnglishSarawak and Sabah regional newsVerified URLChecked 2026-05-28