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Perikatan welcomes government’s decision to extend allocations to Opposition reps
KUALA LUMPUR, April 18 ― Perikatan Nasional (PN) has welcomed the government’s decision to allocate funds to elected representatives from the Opposition. Opposition Leader Datuk Seri Hamzah Zainudin, in a statement today, however, said that PN will decide on the
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Malaysian Bar tells court it has statutory obligation to uphold cause of justice in bid to challenge AG over Ahmad Zahid’s DNAA in Yayasan Akalbudi case
KUALA LUMPUR, April 18 — The Malaysian Bar today argued it has a statutory obligation to uphold the cause of justice in challenging the Attorney General Chambers’ (AGC) decision to apply for a discharge not amounting to an acquittal (DNAA)
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Why flights in Malaysia are getting cancelled
KUALA LUMPUR, April 18 — This morning, Malaysia Airlines and AirAsia announced flight cancellations to East Malaysia due to the Mount Ruang eruption. If you look at Google Maps, the volcano eruption is about 800km from Malaysia. Some might ask,
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Don’t increase your room rates indiscriminately, Sarawak tourism minister urges hoteliers
KUCHING, April 18 — Sarawak Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts Minister Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah today urged operators of budget and business hotels not to raise their room rates indiscriminately as it will affect both tourist arrivals
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Consumer group says recycled plastic pellets from Malaysia contain toxic chemicals
GEORGE TOWN, April 18 — Penang Consumers Association (CAP) today revealed that 500 toxic chemicals, including pesticides and industrial chemicals, were detected in recycled plastic pellets from 13 countries including Malaysia. CAP president Mohideen Abdul Kader said recently published studies
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Sports Industry Plan in final phase of development
PUTRAJAYA, April 18 ― The Youth and Sports Ministry (KBS) is in the final stage of developing the Sports Industry Plan which outlines strategies and initiatives to benefit the sports industry sector and, thus, provide returns to the country’s economy.
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State authorities must aggressively increase Sabah’s revenue, improve people’s well-being
KOTA KINABALU, April 18 — Sabah Head of State Tun Juhar Mahiruddin has called on all ministries, departments, and revenue collection agencies to play their respective roles more effectively by implementing initiatives to increase the state’s coffers, especially in exploring
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Envision Energy India Earned “Great Place to Work” certification™ in 2024
BANGALORE, India, April 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Envision Energy India has been certified as the “Great Place to Work” by Great Place to Work® Institute, in recognition of its unique challenger spirit, diverse workplace culture and significant contribution to the
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TECNO Launches CAMON 30 Premier 5G – A Video Master with Flagship Dual-Chip Imaging
The flagship model delivers an incredible imaging upgrade with dual chips, four 50MP lenses and AI-enhanced functions plus a stylish rangefinder-inspired design and powerful performance. HONG KONG, April 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Innovative technology brand TECNO today launched CAMON 30
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Thousands evacuated as Indonesia volcano erupts, authorities warn of tsunami threat
MANADO, April 18 — Indonesian rescuers raced to evacuate thousands of people today after a volcano erupted five times, forcing authorities to close a nearby airport and issue a warning about falling debris that could cause a tsunami. The crater
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