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Chipping in to boost tech growth

SWEDEN and Malaysia, two innovation-driven economies committed to shaping the future of the global semiconductor landscape, will work together for growth.

Sabah & Sarawak

Sarawak MP sets example of kindness

A TOTAL of 45 people have received welfare assistance from Dewan Rakyat Deputy Speaker and Lanang MP Alice Lau.

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Mixed reactions to MBSJ flyover plan

While some SS14 residents oppose project near homes, others welcome move to ease congestion.

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Pet owners renew calls to save Central Park dog run

PET owners frequenting the off-leash dog park in Bandar Utama, Petaling Jaya, have petitioned the city council to protect it.

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Shelter sets up PJ fundraising sale series to help dogs in palliative care

MANAGING a shelter for rescued street animals is already a big challenge; extending palliative and end-of-life care for dying and sick canines is a test of strength and resilience.

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RM1mil boost to power Johor’s low-carbon, smart vision

JOHOR government is allocating RM1mil to carry out the Iskandar Puteri Low-Carbon Carnival next year.

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Cultivating new crop of eco-innovators

Johor schools encourage students to create sustainable solutions that benefit society beyond the classroom.

Nation

RM1.7bil NPE 2 project to ease KL congestion by 2029, says Nanta

KUALA LUMPUR: The RM1.7bil New Pantai Expressway Extension (NPE 2) project, which covers 6.4km along the main route – or 15km in total, including directional ramps – connecting Pantai Dalam Toll Plaza to Jalan Istana, is expected to be completed and operational by 2029.

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Volunteers pack 5,500 aid boxes for flood relief

AS THE year-end monsoon season approaches, a food and beverage company is proactively supporting communities facing risk of floods.

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KL power meet connects young entrepreneurs from Asean

WHAT began 10 years ago as a platform for youth innovation has evolved into one of Asean's most anticipated gatherings promoting thriving entrepreneurial spirit.

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Support for SMEs in Buy Malaysian campaign

A HYPERMARKET chain spotlighted products by local small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in its eighth "Buy Malaysian Products" campaign.

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Aid for knee surgeries

Mawar Medical Centre in Seremban, Negri Sembilan, has set aside RM300,000 to support 30 patients in need of robotic- assisted total knee replacement surgery or angioplasty procedures.

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Charity dinner raises RM2.28mil for Pahang dialysis centre

Pahang Buddhist Association (PBA) raised RM2.28mil during a charity dinner in aid of disadvantaged renal failure patients.

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Digesting the green message on greywater

A MAJOR mall group has reaffirmed its commitment to sustainability and responsible business practices, in conjunction with United Nations Day.

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Sibu offers refuge for domestic violence victims

VICTIMS of domestic violence can seek temporary refuge at the newly established Community Social Support Centre (CSSC) in Sibu, Sarawak.

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‘Scale up airport upgrade to avoid bottleneck at takeoff’

WHEN plans to expand Penang International Airport (PIA) were first unveiled in 2017, the goal was to double the airport's handling capacity to 12 million passengers a year.

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Census will cover 300,000 S’gor firms

THE 2026 Economic Census, scheduled to run nationwide from February to October, will collect data from 300,000 establishments in Selangor, according to the Statistics Department (DOSM).

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MPHS targets metal processing operator, heavy vehicles in joint ops

Heavy vehicle owners and an unauthorised industrial operator came under scrutiny as Hulu Selangor Municipal Council (MPHS) carried out two joint enforcement operations to curb illegal activities and address public safety risks.

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Solar-powered CCTV system for safety, sustainability in Shah Alam

Shah Alam City Council (MBSA) has introduced a new solar-powered closed-circuit TV (CCTV) system called Iris to enhance safety, sustainability and efficiency in the city.

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New hospital on trial run, eases JB load via referrals

Johor government is in active talks with Health Ministry (MOH) to expedite filling of vacancies at Hospital Pasir Gudang (HPG) to ensure it will be fully operational early next year.