Former Malaysian PM Najib’s RM27mil case to proceed
Former PM Najib’s lead counsel Muhammad Shafee Abdullah, in his reply, urged the court to grant a discharge not amounting to an acquittal (DNAA) due to the prolonged delay in…
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188 illegals nabbed during raid at Kuala Lumpur nightclub
The immigration department said it detained 185 Indonesians - 106 men and 79 women - along with two Cambodians and two Nepalese aged between 21 and 35 for various offences.
‘Put on hold’: Stakeholders want Malaysian government to review expanded Sales and Service Tax
They said concerns have been raised over the SST’s cascading nature, lack of clarity and potential to erode household spending while squeezing business margins.
Penang’s call for mindful tourism
While tourists are welcome to explore the beauty of the city, state tourism and creative economy committee chairman Wong Hon Wai reminds everyone about responsible travel…
Industry concerns over Malaysia’s expanded Sales and Service Tax
The expanded SST will also put a dent in the thinning profits of building contractors who are struggling with higher operating costs, and could also affect the smooth flow of…
Taiwanese star Jiro Wang slams scalpers over soaring Labubu prices: ‘Wicked people’
The 43-year-old recently took to his account to lament how the toy’s price has become increasingly exorbitant, thanks to scalpers.
Tragic accident claims 15 lives, mostly students, in bus crash on Malaysia’s East-West Highway
A total of 48 people were involved, including 42 students, a bus driver, an attendant, and four occupants from the other vehicle, Perak Fire and Rescue Department director Sayani…
Malaysia’s expanded Sales and Service Tax comes into effect July 1
In a statement on Monday, June 9, the Finance Ministry said this measure is to strengthen the country's fiscal position by increasing revenue and broadening the tax base.
Spike-tacular search for Penang’s best durian
So many factors must be weighed before a durian can be declared “king”, and about 50 durian orchard owners and sellers brought their best fruits to pit against one another in…
Social pension, co-housing arrangements to provide boost to Malaysia’s growing elderly population
In the republic, seniors may consider co-living facilities on short-term leases, differing from assisted living or community care apartments. This type of accommodation provides…