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From Europe to Asia, governments move to shield households from soaring energy costs as Malaysia boosts petrol subsidies to RM2b
KUALA LUMPUR, March 20 — Governments worldwide are trying to shield consumers from soaring energy costs resulting from the US-Israeli war on Iran. Here’s how different countries are responding: India India, the world’s fourth-largest refiner, will review its fuel exports
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Raya rush eases: Traffic smooth on major highways this evening with only slight congestion near Seremban R&R
KUALA LUMPUR, March 20 — Traffic flow on all major highways nationwide remained smooth and under control as of this evening, with the majority of those returning to their hometowns having already reached their destinations ahead of the Hari Raya
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DPM Fadillah urges prudent electricity, water use during Aidilfitri
PUTRAJAYA, March 20 — The public is urged to use electricity and water prudently and efficiently, especially during the Hari Raya Aidilfitri season, which typically sees increased consumption of both resources. Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof said that
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Lorry overturns, causing oil spill on Pan Borneo Highway near Bukit Song; no injuries reported
MIRI, March 20 — No injuries were reported following a road incident involving an oil spill after a cargo lorry overturned while descending Bukit Song along the Pan Borneo Highway here on Thursday evening. The Fire and Rescue Department Malaysia
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Resolve minor disputes early to protect unity, stability and national security, says PM Anwar
BUKIT MERTAJAM, March 20 — Any minor disputes in the country must be addressed promptly to prevent them from escalating into crises that could undermine peace, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. He stressed that unity among the people,
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Indonesia shifts from raw exports to high-value industry with EV push under Prabowo
JAKARTA, March 20 — Indonesia is accelerating its downstream industrialisation drive to maximise the value of its natural resources, bolster domestic manufacturing and create high-quality jobs, President Prabowo Subianto said. He said Indonesia must move away from exporting raw materials
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Worshippers blocked from Al-Aqsa mosque hold Eid prayers outside gates in Jerusalem
JERUSALEM, March 20 — Hundreds of Muslim worshippers held Eid prayers at the gates of Jerusalem’s Old City today, with Israel closing access to the Al-Aqsa mosque and other holy sites over the war with Iran. “Today, Al-Aqsa has been taken
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India set to roll out cheap weight-loss jabs as demand rises amid obesity surge
MUMBAI, March 20 — A deluge of weight-loss drugs is set to transform the global fight against obesity as India prepares to unleash low-cost generic versions of injections like Ozempic after a key patent expired today. The move will dramatically
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‘Celebrate, but be prudent’: Anwar urges moderation this Aidilfitri as global conflicts strain prices
BUKIT MERTAJAM, March 20 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has urged Malaysians to celebrate Aidilfitri in a moderate and prudent manner, taking into account current economic challenges and global uncertainties. He said that while Hari Raya was an
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‘This is not the time for division,’ Anwar says as Malaysia grapples with oil price shock
SEBERANG PERAI, March 20 — Malaysia’s economy has remained stable despite a sharp global surge in oil prices, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said today, assuring the public that the government is taking measures to cushion the impact on
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