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Malaysia vows diplomatic push to free citizens kidnapped and detained in Gaza flotilla raid
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 2 — Malaysia will pursue diplomatic efforts to secure the swift release and return of its citizens detained by Israeli forces after the interception of the Global Sumud Flotilla off Gaza, Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil said
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With Malaysians each facing 140 scam bids a year, experts call for urgent and concerted response
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 2 — Fraud syndicates or scams, including cyber scams, are not only targeted at rural communities who may be less technologically literate – many professionals have also fallen victim. Regardless of age, occupation, status, or place of
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Several roads in Masjid India, Brickfields closed from Sept 29–Oct 19 for Deepavali Bazaar
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 2 — Parts of several selected roads in the capital will be temporarily closed in conjunction with the Deepavali Bazaar 2025 from September 29 to October 19. In a statement today, Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) said
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Raja Muda Selangor Tengku Amir to wed Afzaa Fadini in private ceremony at Royal Mosque in Klang at 10am
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 2 — The Raja Muda of Selangor, Tengku Amir Shah Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah, arrived at the grounds of the Sultan Abdul Aziz Royal Gallery at about 8.52am today to begin the ceremonial royal procession marking his
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Experts highlight benefits for economy, green transition and B40 relief
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 2 — The implementation of the Budi Madani RON95 (Budi95) initiative is a multi-pronged move that not only helps ease the people’s burden but also addresses the issue of subsidy leakage, say academics. Senior Lecturer at the
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Army truck skids after Menora Tunnel, killing one and injuring six
IPOH, Oct 2 — A soldier was killed while six others were injured when an army truck skidded at KM257 of the North-South Expressway (northbound) after the Menora Tunnel, here yesterday. Perak Fire and Rescue Department (JBPM) director Sayani Saidon
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Interception of Global Sumud Flotilla shows Israel’s contempt for global conscience
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 2 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has denounced ed Israel’s interception of the Global Sumud Flotilla (GSF), describing the action as a blatant assault on a peaceful humanitarian mission bound for Gaza. He said the
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E-hailing drivers and boat owners to get Budi95 petrol subsidy from Oct 15
PUTRAJAYA, Oct 2 — The government has agreed to grant full-time e-hailing drivers additional eligibility for the Budi Madani RON95 (Budi95) petrol subsidy, starting this October 15, according to the Ministry of Finance (MOF). In a statement today, the MOF
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Israeli forces intercept 13 Malaysians on Gaza aid flotilla, eight confirmed detained
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 2 — Thirteen Malaysians on board five Global Sumud Flotilla (GSF) ships have lost contact with the Sumud Nusantara Command Centre (SNCC), after being intercepted by Israeli forces in Gaza waters tonight (Gaza time). As of 6
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Strict enforcement to stop Singapore cars buying Malaysia’s RON95 petrol
JOHOR BAHRU, Sept 30 — The Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Ministry (KPDN) will increase monitoring at petrol stations near the Malaysia-Singapore border to prevent foreign vehicles from misusing the new RON95 targeted subsidy system. Johor KPDN director Lilis
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