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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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‘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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Anwar: Malaysia increasing border surveillance amid Middle East turmoil
SEBERANG PERAI, March 20 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said today that Malaysia will heighten its border surveillance in response to growing turmoil and conflict in the Middle East. He said the decision was made during a recent
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PM observes last day of Ramadan with Penang community ahead of Aidilfitri tomorrow
BUKIT MERTAJAM, March 20 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim began his one-day working visit to Penang today by performing Friday prayers at Masjid Jamek As-Syakirin in Kampung Pelet here. He arrived at the mosque at 1.12 pm and
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M40 yet to feel full benefits of economic growth, says BNM governor
KUALA LUMPUR, March 20 — Malaysia’s middle-income (M40) group has yet to fully benefit from economic growth, with many still facing cost of living pressures, Bank Negara Malaysia governor Datuk Seri Abdul Rasheed Ghaffour said. According to a report by Berita
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JB Southkey murder: Five suspects arrested, four nabbed in Singapore with SPF’s help
JOHOR BAHRU, March 20 — Five foreign men have been arrested for their alleged involvement in the murder of a man in the Southkey commercial area here last week. Johor police chief Datuk Ab Rahaman Arsad said that following the
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