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Now, everyone can get 5pc discount on Penang's overhang properties, says chief minister

GEORGE TOWN, June 18 -- The Penang government is now giving a 5 per cent discount to anyone who takes up completed but long unsold homes in the state. Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow said the decision w... Read More


VMY 2026 an opportune time for hotels to showcase ESG readiness - Dalilawati Zainal

Kuala Lampur, June 17 -- As Malaysia gears up for Visit Malaysia 2026, attention is turning to the hotel industry, being one of the tourism sector's key pillars. Experts are calling for strategic ref... Read More


Govt to prioritise RON95 subsidy reform before carbon tax rollout in 2026, says second finance minister

KUALA LUMPUR, June 17 -- The government will prioritise the rationalisation of RON95 petrol subsidy this year before introducing a carbon tax in 2026, said Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah A... Read More


Why 'Turun Anwar'? - Hafiz Hassan

Kuala Lampur, June 17 -- At the Minister's Question Time on February 25, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim told the Dewan Rakyat that urban renewal is not a new initiative under the government, ... Read More


Malaysia must adapt industrial, digital, and green growth policies to become high-income economy, says Anwar

KUALA LUMPUR, June 17 -- Malaysia must be adaptive in its policies, have strong institutions, and maintain a clear vision of its chosen direction to achieve its goal of becoming a high-income economy,... Read More


Three-year-old girl found drowned in irrigation canal near grandmother's house in Besut

BESUT, June 17 -- A three-year-old girl was found drowned in an irrigation canal near her grandmother's home in Kampung Bukit Kenak Tok Kundur, Jerteh, on Monday evening, according to Sinar Harian. B... Read More


Singapore driver dies after car crashes into tree in Paya Lebar Road accident

SINGAPORE, June 17 -- A 53-year-old man died after the car he was driving skidded and crashed into a tree along Paya Lebar Road on Monday. The Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) and police said the... Read More


Business groups urge delay of SST expansion, warn 8pc rental tax from July 1 could derail Malaysia's recovery

KUALA LUMPUR, June 17 -- Six major business associations have jointly called on the government to defer the upcoming expansion of the Sales and Service Tax (SST), warning that the move could severely ... Read More


KLIA turnaround now visible but plenty of runway for improvements - Lokman Abdul Salam

Kuala Lampur, June 17 -- Kuala Lumpur International Airport's (KLIA) long-awaited Aerotrain is finally nearing its return to service. According to news reports, Transport Minister Anthony Loke also r... Read More


How this couple turned a craving for cheesy steamed potatoes into a comforting favourite at weekend markets

KUALA LUMPUR, June 17 -- I first stumbled upon the Botato stall at a weekend market a few months ago. Amidst the usual bazaar fare such as kombucha and ice cream, burgers and yakitori, something abou... Read More