Local News
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0Local NewsSubsidy Reform or Needless Political Risk? Malaysia’s RON95 Puzzle Deepens
Malaysia’s planned move to scrap RON95 petrol subsidies may slash billions off the national deficit – yet the burden will fall hardest...
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0Local NewsKLIA Aerotrain: Did Malaysia Spend RM456 Million for a Train That Broke Down in a Day?
KLIA’s new aerotrain finally launched on July 1 – only to stall mid‑track within 31 hours. It’s an embarrassing return for a...
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0Current EventsBritish Traveller Goes Missing in Kuala Lumpur [updated]
British backpacker Jordan Johnson-Doyle vanished without a trace in KL, with no contact since May 27. His body was later found in...
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0Local NewsAre Rapid KL’s Women-Only Train Carriages Really a Good Idea?
As Malaysia’s women-only MRT coaches have now been in use for over a year, debates continue over enforcement, public transport comfort, and...
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0Local NewsPenang’s Troubled Undersea Tunnel Project May Be Scrapped Altogether
The tunnel project, dogged by controversy, scandal, and numerous delays since 2011, may at last be abandoned in favour of a third...
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0Local NewsFarewell to a Gentle Statesman: Tun Abdullah Ahmad Badawi Dies at 85
Malaysia mourns the loss of its fifth Prime Minister, Tun Abdullah Ahmad Badawi, who passed away on Monday night. Known for his...
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0Local NewsJohor-Singapore Special Economic Zone: Opportunities and Challenges
The Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ) promises to bolster economic ties and drive growth in both regions. However, its success hinges on...
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0Local NewsFaster, Faster! ETS to Johor Bahru Slated for August 2025 Launch
It’s not quite super high-speed rail, but the new electric train extension will still cut the railway travel time from KL to...
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0Local NewsFormer PM Ismail Sabri Found Unconscious at Home, Admitted to Hospital
Currently in stable condition, the 65-year-old politician continues to receive medical attention at Sunway Medical Centre in Kota Damansara. Former Malaysian Prime...
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0Local NewsReport: King’s Health Improves Significantly Following Treatment
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has reported a significant improvement in King Sultan Ibrahim’s health following medical treatment in Bahrain. Prime Minister Anwar...
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0Local NewsThaipusam Road Closures in KL Starting Sunday
Nearly two dozen roads in Kuala Lumpur will be closed or diverted in stages from February 9 for the Thaipusam chariot procession....
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0ASEAN NewsJohor-Singapore Agreement to be Signed Today
The Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone agreement promises to bolster Johor’s economy, enhance cross-border collaboration, and unlock new opportunities in key sectors. The...
