These are the new heads of diplomatic missions in the UK, Indonesia and the Holy See.

'His thoughts and prayers are with the victims' families, the people of Lombok and all Indonesians.'

Sultan Abdullah also has a message for social media users – 'Act within the confines of the law'.

UPDATED | The total number of awards is slashed from 370 to 200.

At the same ceremony, Perak ruler Sultan Nazrin Shah takes the oath of office as deputy Agong.

The Perak ruler will take his oath of office as Deputy Yang di-Pertuan Agong during the same ceremony.

COMMENT | Inspiring love and respect for the monarchs can only be achieved by the good deeds of the monarchs themselves.

Pahang might find itself being put at the end of the election list, says constitutional law expert.

This was confirmed by the Pahang royal household at Istana Abu Bakar in Pekan.

A former chief justice claimed that the PM had done so to safeguard his position in Parliament.

They say they fear this based on social media rumours.

Members of the public are advised to use social media platforms judiciously, says IGP.

LETTER | Unless you are an obsolete robot you will engage in speculation about why the Agong stepped down.

History expert says 'acting king' can perform the duties of the Yang di-Pertuan Agong.

The swearing-in ceremony for the 16th Yang di-pertuan Agong will take place on Jan 31.

PM also vows not to interfere in the election of the new Yang di-Pertuan Agong.

The Kelantan deputy menteri besar says it is the state ruler's right to resign as Agong.

UPDATED 2.18PM | The special meeting is believed to have discussed the date for the election of the new Yang di-Pertuan Agong.

Sources say the Conference of Rulers will convene a meeting tomorrow to discuss the matter.

Sultan Nazrin has served as the acting Yang Di-Pertuan Agong for two months.

COMMENT | A free or full pardon is an occasion when someone who has committed a crime is officially forgiven.

This upon instructions from the King that the allocation for the do be channelled to Tabung Harapan instead.

The entry had published the amount spent by the government on the Agong.

The Agong's 'Jangan Lari' remark takes top position in the Malaysian comedian's books.

PARLIAMENT | Unity and harmony must be preserved and improved, His Majesty says in his address.

His Majesty also reminds that courtesy and morality should carefully appreciated by all.

'His Majesty’s consent boosts my spirit as well as that of all Malaysians,' says the finance minister.

The banners also warn non-Malays not to question Malay rights and or go overboard.

UPDATED 6.40PM | The king also cancels the Aidilfitri open house so that the funds can be used for the poor.

The Constitution stipulates that the attorney-general be appointed on the advice of the PM, Bar president points out.