Metro News

‘Explain PJ draft local plan’

SOME residents are calling on Petaling Jaya City Council (MBPJ) to organise a comprehensive town hall session to clarify the recently launched Petaling Jaya Draft Local Plan 2035 (Replacement)

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Chingay flags soar for heritage bid

GIANT flags on tall poles bobbing and fluttering halted traffic and drew crowds to watch performers balance them on their torsos and heads in the Penang Chingay Parade 2025.

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‘Johor can bring in 15 million visitors’

JOHOR has the potential to attract some 15 million visitors in conjunction with Visit Johor 2026 (VJ2026) next year, says state unity, heritage and culture committee chairman K. Raven Kumar.

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MBSA introduces guideline on small-scale business renovations

SHAH Alam City Council (MBSA) has introduced a guideline on the use of temporary support structures and small-scale interior renovations for commercial and shopping centres.

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Ipoh apartment dwellers fear dry taps over RM88,000 water debt

RESIDENTS of Block A and B of Cherry Apartment in Ipoh, Perak, are shocked to learn that they have accrued up to nearly RM88,000 in water bill arrears.

Sabah & Sarawak

MP: Sibu needs own cancer hub

The proposed RM1bil Sarawak Cancer Centre should be built in Sibu instead of Kuching, says Sibu MP Oscar Ling.

Community Sports

Villa target statement win

Chelsea dogged by battles of inconsistency, injury and discipline

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Rapid KL extends rail service hours for New Year's Eve

Rapid KL will extend its rail service operating hours on New Year's Eve this Wednesday (Dec 31) until 2am on Thursday (Jan 1).

Southern Reflections

Answers needed on Johor water

TAPS ran dry for more than 1.2 million people in four major districts in Johor after a bund silt pond collapse affected Sungai Johor on Oct 30.

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‘Elderly care centres need proper guidelines, licence’

Lack of proper regulatory guidelines for elderly care centres is a "ticking time bomb" that can lead to a rise in unlicensed operators and compromise safety.

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Property developer wants to see ‘lives positively impacted’

A MAJOR property developer in Malaysia believes that "progress is measured not only by what is built, but by lives positively impacted".

Food News

KL hotel offers memories beyond the buffet for holiday season

Amari Kuala Lumpur unveiled its festive promotion "Beyond Memories" with an inspiring line-up of Christmas and New Year celebrations designed to create meaningful moments and unforgettable holiday experiences.

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S’gor to resolve temple land issues

Selangor government will allocate RM20,000 to support operations at Kuan Tien Keng temple in Klang, while continuing efforts to resolve land issues involving houses of worship.

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Selangor disability policy to be tabled next month

THE Selangor Disability Policy is being fine-tuned and is expected to be tabled at State Executive Council level as early as January.

Food News

Festive fare meets Malaysian flair

THE festive season is often a wonderful time to savour holiday flavours.

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Seremban pupils receive corrective eyewear through pilot programme

FOLLOWING eye screenings in November, 39 primary school pupils in Seremban, Negri Sembilan were identified for corrective eyewear.

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Kuala Langat free-roam animal shelter ready in January

An animal shelter that will allow cats and dogs to roam within large spaces is expected to be completed in Kuala Langat, Selangor, next month.

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Families, students enjoy quality time celebrating across borders

WHETHER it is returning home, celebrating away from family or crossing borders, many are welcoming Christmas in their own meaningful ways this year.

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Slow and steady wins RM424K for senior home

AT AN age when most people slow down, 82-year-old Kang Joo Lye is choosing to lace up his shoes and join a race.

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Kind souls brighten season

FROM warm meals to well-loved Christmas carols, volunteers from all walks of life are finding simple ways to spread cheer and make the season a little brighter for the less fortunate.