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KUALA LUMPUR: RHB Banking Group (RHB) celebrates the continued success of its #JomBiz programme, a socio-economic empowerment initiative aimed at empowering B40 micro entrepreneurs.
In Melaka, a classical music festival quietly punches above its weight to keep the music playing
BENGALURU: Thousands of community health workers in the south Indian state of Kerala have been on strike for more than 110 days. Their demands? Better pay, reduced workload, social security and dignity.
KLANG: The Malaysian Society for Academic Psychiatry (MSAP) has developed a six-month training programme for general practitioners (GPs) to help patients with mental health issues.
JOHOR BARU: Custom-made Malayan tapir bookshelves are making their rounds in rural Johor schools in a charming effort to get children excited about reading.
Here's a look at the news highlights from Asean countries in the Star-AseanPlus section for Tuesday (May 27, 2025)
PETALING JAYA: The Raja Muda of Selangor Tengku Amir Shah Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah has completed a two-day working trip to London, UK, where he met with various leaders, youth-focused institutions and members of the Malaysian diaspora.
JOHOR's local councils and libraries are taking steps to promote reading by bringing books into community spaces.
JAKARTA: The government continues to work to prepare for the establishment of Sekolah Rakyat (community schools), President Prabowo Subianto's flagship programme aimed at low-income families, as authorities start to select potential students ahead of their nationwide opening slated for this year.
TAWAU: After joining the army, Muhammad Zamzuri Zulkefli's family would rely only on his salary as a staff sergeant at the Kabota Camp here.
THE annual Kiwanis Motor Treasure Hunt by Kiwanis Club of Kuala Lumpur (KCKL) is heading to the beach for its 42nd edition.
KOTA KINABALU: Two organisations have launched targeted Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) efforts to support less fortunate communities in Sabah, providing essential aid to those affected by poverty and natural disasters.
KOTA KINABALU: The Entrepreneur Development and Cooperatives Ministry will construct more "tamu desa" (rural traditional markets) in Sabah and Sarawak this year, to enhance rural market facilities and empower entrepreneurs in both states, says Datuk Ewon Benedick.
IN celebration of Earth Day 2025, e-waste collection hubs operated by 10 women entrepreneurs will be established across the Klang Valley and in Johor Baru under a newly launched MADCash x ERTH Mini Hub programme.
SINGAPORE: For seniors who have been incarcerated, reintegrating into society after their release can be a daunting task. Some are estranged from their families, while others struggle to find accommodation or jobs.
The Digital Equity Act was intended to fill gaps and cover unmet needs that surfaced during the massive broadband rollout.
KEPALA BATAS: Syarikat Perumahan Negara Berhad (SPNB) will rebuild and repair 17 houses affected by the April 1 gas pipeline explosion in Putra Heights, Selangor, starting next week.
The government is moving at full speed to prepare for the launch of President Prabowo Subianto's flagship education initiative, Sekolah Rakyat (community school), which aims to provide free boarding school education to underprivileged children from elementary to secondary levels.
Retail investors can get expert tips on real estate investment trusts (REITs) as the market for REITs in Singapore heats up with falling interest rates and fresh listings on the horizon.
SUBANG Jaya assemblyman Michelle Ng has initiated a senior citizens internship programme at her office to leverage the latter's valuable experience and knowledge.
