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Malaysians happier despite global gloom, but Singapore bucks the trend, says survey
JOHOR BARU: Despite ongoing global uncertainties, Malaysians continue to report strong levels of happiness, according to global market research company Ipsos. Read full story Date: 19 March, 2026 3:09 pm […]
86% of ETS tickets sold ahead of Hari Raya
JOHOR BAHRU: A total of 217,000 Electric Train Service (ETS) tickets for the Hari Raya Aidilfitri travel period have been sold as of 9am on Thursday (March 19), out of […]
Attempts to smuggle 2,000 litres of petrol at Bukit Kayu Hitam foiled
JITRA: Police foiled attempts to smuggle about 2,000 litres of petrol after intercepting five pickup trucks at Bukit Kayu Hitam Immigration, Customs, Quarantine and Security (ICQS) Complex, yesterday. Read full […]
Hindu groups slam meeting on temple related issues for lacking mandate
JOHOR BARU: Two major Indian groups have rejected a recent meeting involving a select group of individuals purportedly representing Hindu interests in discussions on temple related issues. Read full story […]
Task force proactive measures ensure smooth traffic at Labuan ferry terminal
LABUAN: With proactive measures in place, in line with the Vehicle Ferry Operations Task Force formation, the Labuan Ro-Ro Ferry Terminal has seen smoother traffic and reduced congestion ahead of […]
JPJ to monitor 33 accident ‘blackspots’ in Johor during festive period
JOHOR BARU: About 33 accident-prone blackspots statewide will be monitored under Ops Khas in conjunction with the Hari Raya Aidilfitri festive period. Read full story Date: 19 March, 2026 2:00 […]
Lack of land titles prevents Sarawak smallholders from accessing federal funds, says oil palm planters group
PETALING JAYA: Thousands of independent oil palm smallholders in Sarawak are missing out on crucial federal allocations for replanting simply because they do not possess formal land titles. Read full […]
Steering committee proposed to protect Likas Green Belt and wetlands
KOTA KINABALU: The formation of a multi-agency steering committee has been suggested to drive coordinated action on the proposed Likas Green Belt and address environmental concerns affecting the Kota Kinabalu […]
MCMC: Telcos to monitor network performance during Hari Raya Aidilfitri
Since early March 2026, MCMC said telcos nationwide have performed 866 temporary network enhancement initiatives to support increased usage during the festive season. Read full story Date: 19 March, 2026 […]
Man gets nine months’ jail for insulting Islam
ALOR GAJAH: A 41-year-old unemployed man has been sentenced to nine months’ jail by the Magistrate’s Court here after pleading guilty to insulting Islam by desecrating a Quran. Read full […]