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Finally open for business: Transport minister confirms LRT3 line starts June 29, PM to officiate launch on Sunday
KUALA LUMPUR, June 23 — The long-awaited Light Rail Transit 3 (LRT3) line linking Shah Alam and surrounding areas is set to begin operations next Monday June 29, Transport Minister […]
Operators complain of high fees, Selangor studies ‘edu‑entertainment’ category for children’s playgrounds
SHAH ALAM, June 22 — The Selangor state government is studying a proposal to reclassify indoor children’s playgrounds as ‘edu-entertainment’ to allow for a reduction in the entertainment duty imposed […]
Selangor rolls out RM30m voucher scheme, 50,000 families to get RM100 monthly aid
SHAH ALAM, June 22 — A total of 50,000 families in Selangor are eligible to apply for assistance through the ‘Kita Selangor Voucher’ initiative starting from noon tomorrow. Menteri Besar […]
Lorry driver in FRU crash cleared of stolen cow case but still faces trial over deadly accident
TELUK INTAN, June 22 — The lorry driver facing a charge of dangerous driving that caused the deaths of nine Federal Reserve Unit (FRU) members was acquitted and discharged by […]
Starmer out: UK PM quits less than two years after landslide victory
LONDON, June 22 — Prime ​Minister Keir Starmersaid on Monday he would resign, with a new leader to be in place by the time parliament returns in September. Less than […]
Switzerland hails progress in Iran-US talks, want ‘technical discussions’ to start next week
BURGENSTOCK, June 22 — Following a first round of talks in Switzerland between Tehran and Washington towards ending the Middle East war, Bern said Monday that conditions were set for […]
Two couples plead not guilty in Johor Bahru to charges of abusing and intimidating maids
JOHOR BAHRU, June 22 — Two married couples claimed trial in the Magistrates’ Court here today to charges of causing injury to a female domestic helper at a home here […]
Dennis Lim takes charge as Penang’s new police chief, vows peace, order and stronger community ties
GEORGE TOWN, June 22 — Datuk Dennis Lim Kwang Keng, who was appointed new Penang police chief effective last Saturday, assumed his official duties at a handover ceremony today. He […]
Growing awareness sees Selangor children break silence, reporting abuse through Talian Kasih hotline
KUALA LUMPUR, June 22 — Growing awareness among children to report cases of abuse, bullying and neglect through the Talian Kasih 15999 hotline has contributed to the increase in reports […]
Nothing comes free: Study finds only 34pc of Malaysian content creators file income tax, many don’t think to declare gifts
KUALA LUMPUR, June 22 — Almost 45 per cent of nearly 500 content creators surveyed were unaware that free products, gifts, hotel stays and vouchers received to produce content are […]