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King gives nod to Anti-Bullying act 2026

His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim has signed the Anti‑Bullying Act 2026, establishing a tribunal and empowering ministries to tackle bullying cases nationwide

New law needed to address 3R-related issues: experts

This time, the run-up to polling day on August 12 is expected to be an even more heated affair as political parties and coalitions vie for voters’ attention.

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Over 23.6 million to benefit as new electricity tariff kicks in July 1

The Energy Commission has set a new average base tariff of 45.40 sen/kWh for RP4, slightly lower than before, bringing overall electricity costs down by up to 19% compared to the previous regulatory period

Short-lived La Niña expected in early 2026, but stable weather to follow

MetMalaysia forecasts cool conditions and brief shifts in rainfall patterns before returning to normal

Is it costly for small businesses to obtain halal certification?

A restaurant owners’ group agrees it can be, while application guidelines show fee is not high but added costs lie in the process to achieve compliance