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Lawyer: Malaysian accused of rape married the girl

Rights activists have long criticized Malaysian laws that allow very young Muslims to be wedded with the permission of Islamic courts.

New Malaysian Cabinet named to boost confidence

However, the lineup includes a record number of indigenous politicians from two largely rural Malaysian states on Borneo island, where support for the National Front remains steady.

Malaysian elections expose worrying social schisms

But in the 2008 elections, Anwar's opposition alliance changed the face of Malaysian politics to bring it in line with democracies elsewhere.

Malaysians vote in record numbers in tight race

The opposition is likely to retain control of at least two of Malaysia's 13 state legislatures and should perform well in urban constituencies where middle-class voters have clamored for change.

VOICES: Malaysian voters weigh risks of change

"It's a very literal interpretation of what spring is," Ng said in an interview at his office and gallery, which showcases his designs and works by Malaysian artists.

AP Interview: Malaysia's Anwar says can win polls

About 13.3 million Malaysians are eligible to cast ballots to fill 222 parliamentary seats and elect lawmakers for 12 state legislatures.

Philippines alarmed by alleged Malaysian abuses

About 200 Filipinos, dozens of them armed, barged into Sabah in Borneo around Feb. 9, sparking assaults by Malaysian troops after efforts to coax the intruders to leave peacefully were ignored.

Malaysia detains 79 suspects over Borneo invasion

Most of the Filipinos eluded capture in a coastal Sabah district filled with palm oil plantations and forested hills after Malaysian forces attacked them with airstrikes and mortar fire on Tuesday.

Malaysia rejects ceasefire effort by Filipino clan

"At least 28 people, including eight Malaysian policemen, have died mainly in shootouts between security forces and the Filipino group and their suspected allies.

Filipino sultan's quest sparks crisis in Malaysia

Malaysian officials contend the payments are part of an arrangement under which the sultanate has ceded the 74,000 square kilometers (28,000 square miles) of Sabah territory to their country.

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