Simple habits that bring lasting benefits


PETALING JAYA: From bringing their own bags on grocery runs to opting for reusable food containers for takeaways, many Malaysians are doing their bit to help save the environment.

They are also driven by another big reason – keeping expenditure down, as they are charged an extra fee if they ask for plastic bags.

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