Malaysians’ easy access to porn a major problem, say experts
When adolescents are exposed to porn without proper education, they often absorb harmful ideas about power, control and entitlement, research has shown.
Malaysia all set for domestic tourism boom: industry players
They believe it will also benefit food and beverage outlets and small businesses, creating a wider economic spin-off as Malaysians explore more of the country, rediscovering the…
Be cautious, students told as influenza wave hits schools and kindies in Malaysia
Health experts want special emphasis given to children as most cases have been detected in schools.
Malaysian schools serving healthier meals
School canteen operators have been complying for several years with the prohibition on 12 categories of food and drinks in schools as part of efforts to promote healthier eating…
Inequality shadows Malaysia’s growth story
The country's economic mobility remains elusive – with over half of the poorest 20% of the population still trapped at the bottom, exposing the structural inequality shadowing…
Malaysia’s Budget 2026: Tighter tax enforcement needed
While new or broad-based taxes appear unlikely, analysts believe greater enforcement and improved collection efficiency will be key to sustaining revenue momentum and narrowing…
Illegal extensions plague strata management in Malaysia’s Johor
From enclosed balconies to makeshift kitchens and storage spaces built over air wells, many of the flats residents are reshaping their units in a way that raises concerns of…
Rising cost of living in Malaysia dampens income gains: experts
Although the data suggests households are now better able to meet essential spending needs, experts note that rising living costs continue to blunt real gains.
Footballers in FAM-FIFA issue met Constitutional citizenship criteria, says Home Minister
The Home Minister said the criteria, under Article 19 of the Constitution which covers citizenship by naturalisation, comprised three pillars: that the applicant must have resided…
Higher voluntary employee fund contributions with tax exemptions is what most Malaysians want in Budget 2026 poll
The Star's week-long survey, which drew 703 responses, asked participants five questions on various topics related to Budget 2026. The topics are retirement savings, education,…