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A road when it's dry, a river when it pours: How KL's SMART Tunnel switches from highway to flood channel

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct. 29 -- To most motorists, the SMART Tunnel is a way to bypass traffic congestion on the southern approach to Kuala Lumpur's city centre. Its primary purpose, however, goes beyond mov... Read More


Inside KL's SMART Tunnel: The hidden work behind its flood-fighting operation

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct. 29 -- On a daily basis, motorists driving through the motorway section of Kuala Lumpur's SMART Tunnel may pass through without giving much thought to the two gates that remain shut ... Read More


Malaysia's latest haze cost RM8b in welfare losses, may have led to 1,700 deaths, report finds

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct. 29 -- Malaysia's recent haze episode carried an estimated RM8 billion in welfare losses, while short-term exposure to fine particles from fires may have contributed to about 1,700 d... Read More


FMM report: Haze cost some Malaysian firms about RM280,000 in masks, medical expenses

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct. 29 -- The recent haze has cost some Malaysian businesses additional haze-related expenses of at least RM280,000, according to a report commissioned by the Federation of Malaysian Ma... Read More


Menara Tun Perak, formerly Menara Maybank, on offer for full or partial sale

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct. 29 -- Menara Tun Perak, the iconic Kuala Lumpur skyscraper formerly known as Menara Maybank, has reportedly been put up for sale after serving as the banking giant's headquarters fo... Read More


Transport minister takes first AirBorneo flight, stresses need for reliable air links to remote communities

MIRI, Oct. 29 -- Transport Minister Anthony Loke took his first flight with AirBorneo on a trip from Miri to Limbang, highlighting the importance of rural air connectivity for communities in Sarawak a... Read More


Siti Nurhaliza says she narrowly escaped broken teeth after rehearsal fall left her face bruised

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct. 29 -- Datuk Seri Siti Nurhaliza has revealed she narrowly escaped broken teeth and a split lip after a nasty rehearsal fall left her face bruised and injured. The 47-year-old singe... Read More


Bersatu signs confidence and supply pact with Madani govt, says MPs to get same allocations as govt backbenchers

Kuala Lampur, Oct. 29 -- KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 29 - Bersatu has signed a confidence and supply agreement (CSA) with the Madani government, pledging its support for the Supply Bill 2027, or Budget 2027, Th... Read More


South China Sea territorial contest a test of Asean's unity and credibility, says Mohamed Khaled

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct. 29 -- Asean member states should not allow overlapping maritime claims in the South China Sea to fracture the peace and solidarity in the region, Defence Minister Datuk Seri Mohamed... Read More


Putting people at the centre with homes that protect, connect and enable - Srinivasa Popuri

Kuala Lampur, Oct. 29 -- Having a decent roof over your head isn't just about comfort, it is about survival and opportunity. It determines whether a family loses their entire life savings when the mo... Read More