News@9: Today's top headlines - November 5, 2026 [WATCH]

The Malaysian government has maintained the Overnight Policy Rate (OPR) at 2.75 percent, according to Bank Negara Malaysia. This decision was based on continued global growth resilience, driven by strong investment in technology and stable labor markets. Meanwhile, the families of 54 Malaysians still missing after the Nepal-Tibet floods have expressed frustration over the government's lack of communication and answers regarding the missing persons.

Additionally, preliminary analysis of 43 RON95 petrol samples found water content below 0.05 percent, according to the Chemistry Department's report. Lastly, an estimated 3.28 million vehicles are expected to use major highways daily during peak Deepavali travel periods, with increased traffic along routes heading north, south, and to the East Coast.

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