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Urban folk gear up to face trial by fire
Heritage site community gets hands-on training as first responders in George Town.
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A thought on end-of-life care
A three-day hospice care awareness and fundraising campaign is being organised by students of Tunku Abdul Rahman University of Management and Technology (TAR UMT).
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Sabah & Sarawak
MP lauds move to accelerate repair of Sarawak schools, clinics
SARAWAK’s move to fast-track the repairs of dilapidated schools and clinics using state funds before being reimbursed by the Federal Government is a good idea, says Igan MP Ahmad Johnie Zawawi.
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Rising calls for answers over KL Bohol pond plan
MORE community leaders are questioning the government’s move to depart from its decision to protect the Bohol Flood Retention Pond land in Kuala Lumpur.
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Psychologist: Future of children with autism weighs heavily on parents’ minds
THE future of a child with autism is the main concern of parents or guardians, says a Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris (Upsi) psychology and counselling expert.
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Planning ahead for kids with autism to carry on
Preparing for eventualities a vital step to steer people with special needs in the right direction after caregivers die, says Nasom.
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Tribunal rules dirty tablecloths, late photographer don’t justify full refund
A COOK who wanted to claim all expenses incurred for a wedding ceremony had his claims dismissed by the consumer tribunal, on lack of merit.
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Some 245 families in Bestari Jaya to receive PPR homes, says Nga
A TWENTY-SIX year wait comes to an end for 245 families in Bestari Jaya, as each will receive a unit under the Bestari Jaya People’s Housing Project (PPR).
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Nostalgic ride for 70 Convent Light Street ex-classmates at Big60 reunion in Penang
IN A heartwarming reunion, former students of Convent Light Street revisited their alma mater and reminisced about their school days.
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Art promoting peaceful co-existence
THE upcoming Wesak Day celebration in Penang to be held from May 18 to May 22 will focus on co-existing with others and caring for the environment.
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Test drive for QR code system at Johor checkpoints
A PILOT project to test the implementation of a QR code immigration clearance system in Johor will be carried out in June, says state Immigration director Baharuddin Tahir.
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Media group volunteers for soup kitchen initiative
Staff of Star Media Group (SMG) organised a volunteer programme in collaboration with Pertubuhan Tindakan Wanita Islam Malaysia (Pertiwi) Soup Kitchen to distribute food packs.
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Leading credit reporting agency lends Ampang primary school helping hand
IN an effort to give back to the community, Malaysia’s leading credit reporting agency CTOS Digital Bhd has donated RM30,000 to a primary school in Ampang, Selangor.
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MBSJ debuts automated WhatsApp for enquiries
RESIDENTS may now contact Subang Jaya City Council (MBSJ) via Whatsapp to enquire about its services.
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Auxiliary firemen yearn to be absorbed into service
CATCHING animals − especially snakes − has become a norm for auxiliary firefighter Muhammad Haziq Noradzarrudin, as the fire station in Batu Pahat, Johor, responds to at least a dozen such cases each week.
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Minister emphasises importance of early childhood education
University of Cyberjaya welcomed Deputy Women, Family and Community Development Minister Datuk Seri Dr Noraini Ahmad to open its Welcome Centre and attend a Hari Raya Aidilfitri celebration on campus.
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Kepong businesses bracing for floods
HEAVY rain in Kepong has sparked concerns of flash floods in Jinjang Utara industrial area, a crucial hub for manufacturing.
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Klang residents demand action after years of inundation
WITH extreme weather and heavy rainfall becoming more common, residents of Taman Petaling Indah in Klang, Selangor, are calling for increased cleaning frequency for monsoon drains, particularly along Jalan Bagor.
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Dead fish stinking up KL pond
THOUSANDS of dead fish at Sungai Midah flood retention pond in Bandar Tun Razak, Kuala Lumpur, have triggered widespread concern among the surrounding community.
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Broken promises: Heritage buildings in KL left to decay
TWO heritage buildings within the historic enclave of Jalan Raja in Kuala Lumpur, near Merdeka Square, have been virtually abandoned even as the nation’s capital city prepares for Visit Malaysia Year 2026.