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Former footballer back in action with ‘air balang’ business

PONTIAN: Last year, former national football player Mohammad Gopi Rizqi Rama Chandra made headlines after revealing he had faced financial difficulties after not receiving his wages for eight months.

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Mosques, surau in Kuantan receive Ramadan aid

KUANTAN: A total of 45 mosques and surau in the Indera Mahkota parliamentary constituency, along with another 29 in the Kuantan parliamentary constituency, received Ihya Ramadan contributions.

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2.9 million vehicles expected on highways this weekend

PETALING JAYA: Around 2.9 million vehicles are expected to use major highways nationwide this weekend as the Chinese New Year holidays wind down and holidaymakers return to the Klang Valley, according to the Malaysian Highway Authority (LLM).

Nation

‘Chartered flight’ experience for tourist on Sichuan Airlines

A TOURIST paid just 200 yuan (RM113) and unexpectedly received "chartered flight" treatment, flying alone from Jiuzhaigou county to Chengdu city in China.

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RM200mil treatment plant set to boost Seremban water supply 

SEREMBAN: The new Ngoi-Ngoi Phase Two Water Treatment Plant (LRA), costing over RM200mil will strengthen water supply in this district and ensure adequate treated water for future growth, says Datuk Seri Aminuddin Harun.

Sabah & Sarawak

Paitan hit hardest by floods 

KOTA KINABALU: Houses, buildings and vehicles were damaged while livestock as well as pets were killed following floods in the interior Paitan district.

Nation

History the basis of unity

KUALA LUMPUR: Feb 20, 1956, according to National Unity Minister Datuk Aaron Ago Dagang (pic), is more than just a date in the nation's history.

Nation

MMEA assures transparent probe into personnel misconduct

PUTRAJAYA: Thorough and transparent investigations will be carried out into any violations of rules or laws by officers or personnel, says the Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency (MMEA).

Nation

Dr Wee extends best wishes to Muslims as fasting month begins

PETALING JAYA: May the blessed month of Ramadan bring peace and further strengthen the spirit of harmony among Malaysians, says MCA president Datuk Seri Dr Wee Ka Siong.

Nation

116 Bazaar Ramadan Rahmah held nationwide

JOHOR BARU: A total of 116 Bazaar Ramadan Rahmah will be held nationwide this year, up from just 41 when the initiative was first introduced in 2023 in a move to ensure affordable breaking-of-fast meals to the people.

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M’sia eyes stronger ties with new PM

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia is looking forward to close cooperation with the new leadership of Bangladesh in strengthening and elevating bilateral relations to a higher level, says Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.

Metro News

City look to keep pace as Newcastle bring real threat

MANCHESTER City's tilt at a seventh league title in nine seasons faces what should be a stern test when Newcastle United visit the Etihad today.

Metro News

Perfect score in PL challenge

IN a sport defined by its capacity for chaos, where a single deflection or a late video assistant referee (VAR) intervention can rewrite the script, predicting exact Premier League scorelines remains one of football's most unforgiving pursuits.

Nation

Permanent houses for Orang Asli fire victims

JOHOR BARU: Some 143 victims from 40 families affected by a fire at Kampung Orang Asli Teluk Jawa will be temporarily moved to the People's Housing Programme (PPR) at Taman Cendana in Pasir Gudang.

Metro News

No to foreign traders at festive bazaars

AUTHORITIES in Johor are keeping close tabs on Ramadan and Hari Raya Aidilfitri bazaar traders and will crack down on any foreigners running stalls, says Datuk Mohd Jafni Md Shukor.

Nation

Kedah octogenarian keeps his passion for woodwork alive

AGE is no barrier for Md Isa Said who continues to produce and sell woodwork even at the age of 84, Harian Metro reported.

Nation

Keeping the flames alive

GEORGE TOWN: Frying char koay teow over charcoal has long been a hallmark of authenticity, just as wood-fired ovens give pizza its distinctive kick.

Short Position

Smart city can’t beat the traffic

Klang Valley's traffic was the talk of Chinese New Year reunions, and it is not hard to see why.

Short Position

Powering a new reinvestment cycle as demand surges

Even as the government accelerates the rollout of renewable energy, the gas-fired power sector is entering what could be its most significant reinvestment cycle in over a decade, driven by rising electricity demand, ageing generation assets and tightening reserve margins.

Nation

Anwar meets with Singapore PM

KUALA LUMPUR: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim met with his Singapore counterpart Lawrence Wong in conjunction with Wong's special visit to Malaysia.