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Nok Air’s Bangkok–KL direct route to boost Malaysia–Thailand connectivity from July, says tourism minister
KUALA LUMPUR, April 11 — Thailand-based carrier Nok Air is set to launch a direct flight service between Bangkok and Kuala Lumpur in July, marking a strategic move to strengthen regional aviation connectivity. Tourism, Arts and Culture Minister, Tiong King
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Women’s Ministry to review Batu Caves child sexual assault ruling before referring matter to AGC, says Nancy Shukri
KUCHING, April 11 — The Ministry of Women, Family and Community Development (KPWKM) will study the judgment in the child sexual assault case at a Batu Caves welfare home before raising the matter with the Attorney General’s Chambers (AGC). Minister
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War in the Middle East: Where things stand ahead of Pakistan peace talks
PARIS, April 11 — The latest developments in the Middle East war: Iran delegation meets Pakistan PM An Iranian delegation met Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif in Islamabad ahead of talks with the US aimed at ending the war. Confirming
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Thailand increases social benefits payments to ease cost pressures from Mideast conflict
BANGKOK, April 11 — Thailand will increase its allowance for essential goods starting Monday to help mitigate the economic impacts of the Mideast war, which are particularly affecting farmers, small business owners and “vulnerable” people. More than 13 million Thais
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MOHE: UPUOnline application deadline extended to April 13
SINTOK, April 11 — The closing date for UPUOnline applications for Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) holders has been extended to April 13, at noon. Higher Education director-general Datuk Prof Azlinda Azman said candidates who have yet to apply can do
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Teachers’ Day theme ‘Guru Bitara, Nadi Negara’ highlights role of educators in shaping future generation, says deputy minister
SEREMBAN, April 11 — This year’s Teachers’ Day theme, Guru Bitara, Nadi Negara (Teacher Champions, the Nation’s Pulse), reflects the government’s ongoing commitment to strengthening the profession as a cornerstone of national development while nurturing a competitive and competent future generation. Deputy
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UPNM rolls out RM1m upgrade, outreach projects in Melaka’s Kampung Alai under Madani village programme
MELAKA, April 11 — Universiti Pertahanan Nasional Malaysia (UPNM) has spent RM1 million to implement a total of eight projects and social activities in Kampung Alai here under the Madani Adopted Village Programme. Its vice-chancellor, Lt Gen Datuk Arman Rumaizi
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Weather alert: Heavy rain, strong winds expected across Kedah, Perak, Pahang, Sabah and Sarawak until 6pm
KUALA LUMPUR, April 11 — The Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) has issued a warning of thunderstorms, heavy rain and strong winds in five states until 6pm today. In a statement, MetMalaysia said the adverse weather is expected to affect Kedah
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Govt mulls targeted aid to support paddy farmers facing higher costs, says Mat Sabu
KUALA LUMPUR, April 11 — The government is reviewing several proposals to help paddy farmers affected by rising agricultural costs following the global surge in fuel prices, said Agriculture and Food Security (KPKM) Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Sabu. In a
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Malaysia condemns Israel’s approval of 34 new settlements in Palestinian territory
PUTRAJAYA, April 11 — Malaysia strongly condemns the decision by Israel to approve the construction of 34 new illegal settlements in the Occupied Palestinian Territory. In a statement on Saturday, the ministry also known as Wisma Putra said Malaysia stresses
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