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Poultry processing plant in Kedah fined RM30,000 for pollution

ALOR SETAR: A chicken slaughtering company in Bukit Pinang has been fined RM30,000 by the Sessions Court here for failing to comply with industrial effluent discharge standards.

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11 saved from house fire in Batang Kali

PETALING JAYA: Eleven people, including a girl with disabilities, were evacuated from a burning house on Saturday (March 28) night.

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78 people in six states complete community service for littering

PUTRAJAYA: A total of 78 people underwent Community Service Orders (CSOs) for minor littering offences in six states and territories on Saturday (March 28), says of Housing and Local Government Minister Nga Kor Ming.

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Govt maintains fuel subsidies to cushion impact of rising global oil prices

KUALA LUMPUR: The government has reaffirmed its commitment to safeguarding the people and ensuring the stability of commodity prices despite rising global oil prices following the conflict in Middle East.

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Govt will strengthen food system to ensure stable supply during Middle East conflict, says Mat Sabu

KUALA LUMPUR: The government will continue to strengthen the country's food system to ensure sufficient supply and access to the people during the conflict in the Middle East, says Datuk Seri Mohamad Sabu.

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Youth leaders welcome HR Ministry initiatives, support commuter scheme, maternity protection

KUALA LUMPUR: Youth leaders have welcomed the approach by the Human Resources Ministry, which emphasises high-impact policies and long-term solutions, particularly within the first 100 days under its minister Datuk Seri R. Ramanan.

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Egypt gives assurance to facilitate Malaysian humanitarian aid to Gaza, says Anwar

KUALA LUMPUR: Egypt has given a clear guarantee and commitment to facilitate the distribution of 374 tonnes of humanitarian aid from Malaysia to the Palestinian population in Gaza through the Rafah border crossing starting this April, says Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.

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Grow your own veggies to soften the blow of pricey produce, urges CAP

PETALING JAYA: Malaysians should start growing their own vegetables to cushion the impact of rising food prices, says the Consumers Association of Penang (CAP).

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Approve Chinese school projects swiftly to avoid increased costs, says Dr Wee

JOHOR BARU: Delays in approving Chinese school projects have led to rising construction costs, says MCA president Datuk Seri Dr Wee Ka Siong.

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Kedah Education Dept to decide on PdPR based on MetMalaysia readings

ALOR SETAR: The Kedah State Education Department (JPN) will continue to monitor temperature readings issued by the Malaysian Meteorological Department (METMalaysia) before deciding whether the implementation of Home-Based Teaching and Learning (PdPR) in the state will be continued.

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Retiree loses RM337,000 to investment scam

KUANTAN: A pensioner lost more than RM337,000 after being duped into a nonexistent investment scheme offering high returns earlier this year.

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Penang JPJ issues 2,724 summonses over 13-day Raya op

GEORGE TOWN: The Road Transport Department (JPJ) in Penang issued 2,724 summonses for various offences over the 13-day Ops Khas Hari Raya Aidilfitri 2026, which began on March 13.

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60ha of Rompin oil palm plantation fire brought under control, says Bomba

KUANTAN: Nearly 60ha of a fire spanning 300ha of an oil palm plantation in Rompin has been put out as of 5pm Saturday (March 28).

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Hot weather: T'ganu schools ordered to ensure students have enough drinking water

KUALA NERUS: The Terengganu Education Department has instructed all schools in the state to ensure that sufficient drinking water is provided to students to cope with the current hot weather.

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Strong quake hits Banda Sea, no tsunami threat to Malaysia

KUALA LUMPUR: There is no tsunami threat to Malaysia following a strong earthquake that struck Banda Sea, Indonesia, early Sunday (March 29) morning.

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Heatwave recorded in four Kedah districts as of 6am

KUALA LUMPUR: Four districts in Kedah, namely Kota Setar, Pokok Sena, Pendang and Baling, recorded a Level Two heat wave as of 6am Sunday (March 29).

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Low workplace safety compliance among SMEs a serious concern, says Lee

KUALA LUMPUR: Low compliance with Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) standards across industries, particularly among small and medium enterprises (SMEs), remains a serious concern that demands urgent action, said Alliance for a Safe Community chairman Tan Sri Lee Lam Thye.

Sabah & Sarawak

Pilot waste disposal programme shows Sabah water villages can be active partners in conservation

KOTA KINABALU: For years, water villages in Semporna have struggled with solid waste, often making headlines for marine pollution and environmental degradation.

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Raising the bar for other guys: Syed Saddiq praised for 'forward-thinking' engagement gifts

PETALING JAYA: The engagement ceremony between Muar MP Syed Saddiq Syed Abdul Rahman and actress-singer Bella Astillah has captured public attention, particularly for its unique and meaningful choice of hantaran (engagement gifts) centred on planning for the future and family wellbeing.

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Unusual cases part of the job

PETALING JAYA: Putting out flames. Battling infernos. It's all in a day's work for firefighters. And then there's the unexpected.