The Mamak Corner is where Malaysians and Singaporeans gather to lepak, chat, discover local stories, and keep up with food, current events, sports, lifestyle, events, and deals—all with respectful discussions inspired by the spirit of the local mamak stall.

  • Former PM Ismail Sabri admitted to IJN ahead of expected court charge

    KUALA LUMPUR, 7 August 2026 — Former prime minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob was admitted to the National Heart Institute (IJN) on Friday, shortly before he was expected to appear in court in connection with an investigation by the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC). Ismail Sabri was scheduled to appear before the Kuala Lumpur Sessions… Read more

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  • MALAYSIA TIGHTENS ENFORCEMENT AFTER LARGE MOTORCYCLE GATHERING

    Malaysia’s Road Transport Department (JPJ) is stepping up enforcement following concerns over road safety and accidents linked to large-scale motorcycle gatherings in Terengganu. The authorities are also engaging with members of the motorcycle community following the recent incident. 📌 What’s happening? JPJ says enforcement will be strengthened to help prevent unsafe riding and reduce the… Read more

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  • NEGERI SEMBILAN ELECTION 2026: WHAT HAPPENED?

    Malaysia’s political scene has another big development. The Negeri Sembilan state election was held on 1 August 2026, with all 36 state assembly seats contested. And the result? 🔵 Barisan Nasional (BN): 18 seats🟢 Perikatan Nasional (PN): 7 seats🔴 Pakatan Harapan (PH): 11 seats That means BN and PN together secured 25 out of 36… Read more

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  • F1 IS COMING BACK TO SEPANG!

    This is BIG news. 👀🔥 Formula 1 and the FIA have confirmed that Malaysia will return to the F1 calendar in 2026, with the Sepang International Circuit set to host the Bahrain Grand Prix. After years without F1 action at Sepang, the roar of those engines is coming back. 🏁 And for Singaporeans… 🇸🇬 Singapore… Read more

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  • Singapore’s 61st Birthday is Coming — Here’s Your NDP Makan & Fireworks Guide!

    Singapore’s birthday is almost here! 🇸🇬 And you know what that means — red-and-white everywhere, flags flying, makan with family and friends, and of course… FIREWORKS! 🎆 Here’s a quick National Day guide from The Mamak Corner 👇 9 AUGUST 2026 — NDP 2026 The big celebration returns to the National Stadium this year! NDP… Read more

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  • Spain Lift the World Cup!

    The wait is over! Spain are the 2026 FIFA World Cup Champions, edging Argentina 1-0 in a thrilling final that kept football fans around the globe on the edge of their seats. Played in front of a packed stadium and millions of viewers worldwide, the final lived up to expectations. Both teams displayed incredible skill,… Read more

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  • Thunderstorm Alert Issued Across Multiple Malaysian States

    Heading out today? You might want to keep an umbrella handy. The Malaysian Meteorological Department (METMalaysia) has issued a Thunderstorm Warning for several states across the country, with heavy rain, thunderstorms, and strong winds expected until 5:00 PM today (20 July 2026). 📍 Areas Under the Warning The affected areas include parts of: Residents in… Read more

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  • Hello World!

    Welcome to The Mamak Corner—your new go-to spot for everything worth talking about. Just like conversations at your favourite mamak stall, this is where stories come to life. From the latest trending news and exciting events to delicious food recommendations, lifestyle tips, and sports highlights, we’ve got something for everyone. Here’s what you can expect:… Read more

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