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Services sector foreign worker intake on hold

KUALA LUMPUR: Applications for hiring foreign workers in the services sector under the purview of the Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Ministry (KPDN) are nearing the government-­approved quota for this year, according to the Home Ministry.

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Tax refund backlog cleared

PUTRAJAYA: The Inland Revenue Board (LHDN) has processed overdue tax refunds totalling RM18bil involving 3.54 million cases as of Dec 22, following the implementation of additional allocations announced by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim recently.

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Remains are of missing woman

SEREMBAN: The highly decomposed human remains found stuffed in a bag and buried behind in Rembau have been identified as Suri Narudin, who was reported missing in Ampang, Selangor, on Dec 15.

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Real-time workforce dashboard for Health Ministry by next year

PETALING JAYA: A comprehensive dashboard that provides an overview on the Health Ministry's manpower status in real time will be rolled out next year.

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Negri JPJ seizes 106 luxury cars worth RM21mil

SEREMBAN: A total of 106 luxury vehicles worth around RM21mil were seized in Ops Luxury across the state this year, says the Negri Sembilan Road Transport Department (JPJ).

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A pleasant last-minute rush for gifts

KUALA LUMPUR: From teenagers scrambling for gifts to tourists soaking up the festive cheer, last-minute Christmas Eve crowds reflected a lively mix of shoppers from all walks of life.

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Traffic snarls nationwide as Christmas Eve travel peaks

PETALING JAYA: Traffic began building up across major highways nationwide from noon on Christmas Eve, with PLUS Malaysia Bhd reporting multiple disruptions caused by vehicle breakdowns, accidents and ongoing diversion works.

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Churches focus on what matters most

KUALA LUMPUR: Christmas celebrations are scaled down this year, focusing on giving back to communities rather than on lavish displays.

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Message of respect, unity and love for Christmas

PETALING JAYA: Rulers and leaders conveyed their message of unity and love as they extended their Christmas greetings to Christians celebrating the festival today.

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Putting every state on the map

PETALING JAYA: More major tourism events will be held beyond Kuala Lumpur to stimulate tourism and boost economic growth in other states, says Tourism, Arts and Culture Minister Datuk Seri Tiong King Sing (pic).

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Raising the roof on tradition

KUALA LUMPUR: As the number of traditional roof makers dwindles and the craft steadily fades into obscurity, a young entrepreneur from Sungai Rambai, Melaka, is working to revive the production of roofing made from nipah and rumbia palm leaves.

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Penang clogged with people and cars

BUTTERWORTH: It is not just roads – even the railway station and the ferry terminal are clogged with thousands of people.

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Tiong: We must address safety and outdated facilities

PETALING JAYA: Traveller safety and outdated facilities remain pressing issues that could undermine Malaysia's tourism ambitions if left unaddressed, says Tourism, Arts and Culture Minister Datuk Seri Tiong King Sing.

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King returns home after UAE visit

JOHOR BARU: His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia, has returned home after completing a two-day special visit to the United Arab Emirates (UAE).

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It’s going to be a rainy Christmas

PETALING JAYA: Umbrellas may come in handy for Christmas Day celebrations, as rain and thunderstorms are expected across much of the country later today. Strong winds and rough seas are also set to affect several maritime areas in the days ahead.

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Sarawak and Sabah families return home for Christmas

KUALA LUMPUR: Families continue to gather in their hometowns across Sarawak and Sabah, with many making final preparations on Christmas Eve to ensure that they can enjoy the festivities in a comfortably.

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PAS sacks three Perlis assemblymen

KANGAR: Three PAS assemblymen in Perlis have been sacked by the party in the latest political development in the state.

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Ku Li: Umno must step up fight for Najib

KUALA LUMPUR: Umno veteran Tan Sri Tengku Razaleigh Hamzah is calling on the party to take a stronger and more united stand in pursuing relief for former prime minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak.

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Crucial day in court for Najib

PETALING JAYA: It will be another crucial day in court tomorrow for Datuk Seri Najib Razak, as the High Court is set to deliver its verdict in the 1Malaysia Dev­elopment Bhd (1MDB) case.

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Where the sea meets the season

JOHOR BARU: It was a grand Christmas celebration with cultural performances, food and prizes during an open-air event held in an Orang Asli village next to the Straits of Johor here.