Mbappé's standout World Cup performance and injury: Kylian Mbappé scored his 8th World Cup goal in the France vs Morocco match before a minor ankle injury.
Regional Pulse in Malaysia
Country pulse digest
Friday, July 10, 2026
Regional Pulse in Malaysia
Malaysia's trending searches show strong sports enthusiasm focused on the FIFA World Cup matches with notable plays by Kylian Mbappé and leading preparations for upcoming games.
Active topics
14
Search volume
87K
Leading topic
Sports
Attention mix
What the country is searching
14
Sports36% (5)
Entertainment21% (3)
Culture14% (2)
Life7% (1)
Politics7% (1)
Money7% (1)
Technology7% (1)
Why people are curious
People are curious about these topics primarily to follow major sporting events they care about, such as the World Cup matches involving France, Morocco, Spain, Belgium, England, and Norway, as well as to keep up with key players like Kylian Mbappé and Erling Haaland. The intent is also to plan how to watch upcoming games. In entertainment and culture, the public is remembering influential figures like Bonnie Tyler and following the unfolding personal and legal situations of local celebrities like Rita Rudaini. Politically, the milestone birthday of former Prime Minister Tun Mahathir encourages reflection and acknowledgement of his contributions.
What to know now
The pulse, explained
Surge in penalty kick queries during France-Morocco World Cup match: Interest surged around penalty kicks following key moments in France vs Morocco game.
Growing anticipation for Spain vs Belgium quarterfinal: Fans seek previews and how to watch the Spain vs Belgium World Cup quarterfinal.
Remembering Bonnie Tyler, music icon: Widespread tributes after Bonnie Tyler's death at 75.
Rita Rudaini in the spotlight over legal and family matters: Legal issues and controversies involving actress Rita Rudaini and her family attract attention.
Ranked searches
What people are curious about in Malaysia
The leading searches, their context, and the related questions forming around them.
01
SportsNew
france morocco
Kylian Mbappé had a notable performance in the France vs. Morocco World Cup match, scoring his 8th goal before a minor ankle injury.
50K+ searches · 1,000% growthFirst recent appearance
world cup 2026kylian mbappémbappe
02
SportsSurging
perancis lwn maghribi
There is increased interest in the topic of penalty kicks, especially in relation to the France vs. Morocco match.
10K+ searches · 1,000% growthSearch volume up 100%
sepakan penalti
03
SportsSurging
spain vs belgium
Fans are looking for previews, predictions, and viewing information about the Spain vs. Belgium World Cup quarterfinal match.
5K+ searches · 1,000% growthSearch volume up 900%
spain vs belgium predictionbelgium vs spain
04
EntertainmentSurging
bonnie tyler
Bonnie Tyler, famous for her hit song 'Total Eclipse of the Heart,' has passed away at 75 years old, leading to widespread tributes.
5K+ searches · 1,000% growthSearch volume up 400%
05
CultureSurging
rita rudaini
Rita Rudaini is currently in the spotlight due to legal issues related to unpaid child support and personal controversies involving her son.
5K+ searches · 1,000% growthSearch volume up 150%
06
SportsSurging
england vs norway
The England vs Norway World Cup quarter-final is drawing attention, with a focus on Norway's Erling Haaland and his rising global popularity.
5K+ searches · 300% growthSearch volume up 150%
erling haalandworld cup 2022fifa world cup 2022
07
LifeNew
pelajar
People are searching about pelajar to understand student achievements and related concerns in Malaysia and beyond.
2K+ searches · 1,000% growthFirst recent appearance
08
EntertainmentNew
yasin sulaiman
Searches about Yasin Sulaiman focus on updates about his health, legal status, and potential musical projects.
2K+ searches · 1,000% growthFirst recent appearance
09
PoliticsNew
tun mahathir
People are searching for information related to Tun Mahathir to celebrate and acknowledge his 101st birthday.
1K+ searches · 500% growthFirst recent appearance
mahathir
10
MoneyNew
kumpulan wang simpanan pekerja
People are exploring the Employees Provident Fund (EPF) in Malaysia, discussing reforms, family considerations, and proper fund distribution.
1K+ searches · 1,000% growthFirst recent appearance
11
SportsNew
iu
People are following updates related to Indiana University (IU) sports teams and other IU-related news.
500+ searches · 1,000% growthFirst recent appearance
12
CultureNew
solat jumaat
There is significant public discussion about Friday prayers practices and related cultural-religious issues in Malaysia.
200+ searches · 1,000% growthFirst recent appearance
Why it matters
NewThis topic has only just appeared in the recent pulse, backed by 1K+ recent searches and 500% growth. People are searching to revisit a person, event, or shared memory.
First recent appearance
Reporting and context
Source coverage helping explain why this topic is moving.
Malaysia’s longest-serving PM, Dr M, turns 101 - Free Malaysia Today
PM Anwar extends warm 101st birthday wishes to Dr Mahathir - Malay Mail
Former Malaysian PM Mahathir relaunches official website ‘Chedet’ to mark 101st birthday - The Straits Times
Anwar extends 101st birthday greetings to Dr M - The Star
Malaysia's longest-serving PM Mahathir Mohamad turns 101, Malaysia News - AsiaOne
The wider weekly pattern
Curiosity trail
Related searches that led here, appeared alongside it, or followed.