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MOF sec-gen: Here's why Malaysia chose Budi95 instead of floating RON95 petrol prices and giving cash to Malaysians

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct. 13 -- The Malaysian government had opted to use the Budi95 programme to plug leakages where Malaysia's RON95 petrol was being smuggled since it was relatively cheaper, rather than f... Read More


Sabah for Sabahans: The pain and pride behind the state's call for rights and respect

KOTA KINABALU, Oct. 13 -- There's a local Sabahan saying going around lately that is both humourous and painful. "Kana picit balabak" means to have your testicles or groin pinched, much like the chil... Read More


Budi95 subsidy now expanded to Sarawak boat users, e-hailing drivers get bigger fuel quota

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct. 13 -- The Ministry of Finance (MoF) has announced an expansion of the Budi Madani RON95 (Budi95) subsidy programme, adding eligibility for registered boat users in Sarawak and incre... Read More


Chinese Consulate in Kota Kinabalu denies issuing 'strong warning' over Sabah's water supply crisis

KOTA KINABALU, Oct. 13 -- The Consulate General of China in Kota Kinabalu has refuted claims circulating on social media that they had issued a "strong warning" to the Sabah government over the state'... Read More


CapitaLand Investment launches CapitaPlus, a digital multi-rewards hub to redefine shopping in Malaysia

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct. 13 -- CapitaLand Investment (CLI) has launched CapitaPlus, a digital multi-rewards and engagement platform that aims to redefine the shopping experience across its Malaysian mall po... Read More


Genting Malaysia set for delisting as Genting Bhd launches RM6.7b takeover, offering RM2.35/share to minority shareholders

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct. 13 -- Genting Bhd has announced plans to privatise Genting Malaysia Bhd (GENM) through a RM6.74 billion buyout, offering RM2.35 per share to minority shareholders. The proposed acq... Read More


Hamzah Zainudin questions RM50.8b from GLICs and statutory bodies in RM470b Budget, flags transparency concerns

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct. 13 -- Opposition Leader Datuk Seri Hamzah Zainudin has raised concerns over the government's RM470 billion budget, questioning whether parts of it truly constitute public spending. ... Read More


Zara Qairina locked herself in dorm bathroom after being scolded by seniors on night of confrontation, witness tells inquest

KOTA KINABALU, Oct. 13 -- A student witness told the inquest that 13-year-old Zara Qairina Mahathir was alone in the dormitory toilet after being confronted and scolded by senior students, some hours ... Read More


Influenza: 6,000 students infected across Malaysia, prompting temporary school closures

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct. 13 -- Around 6,000 school students across the country have been infected with the influenza virus, prompting several schools to close temporarily on the advice of their respective D... Read More


Bandai Namco Music eyes Southeast Asia in global push, names Malaysia key market

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct. 13 -- Bandai is more than just a name - it's a legacy that has shaped generations through its video games, action figures and more. From genre-defining titles like Pac-Man, Tekken ... Read More