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Malaysians turn to domestic travel as Matta Fair draws record crowds

Preliminary figures suggest that between 140,000 and 150,000 visitors attended the fair, strong local demand offsets cautious outlook for international tourism

Sarawak targets 5 million visitors in 2026 with domestic push amid global headwinds

Tourism board banks on discounts, festivals, and local travel demand as geopolitical and economic pressures weigh on spending

VSF Travels launches in Seremban, targeting niche and personalised tourism

New agency positions Negeri Sembilan as a hub for curated travel experiences, backed by veteran industry expert

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National shuttlers demand RM2 million salaries: can BAM keep up financially?

Several top athletes aim for salaries that could outpace even the highest-earning footballers, raising questions about the sustainability of funding within Malaysian sports

RM200m World Cup rights fee puts Malaysia’s 2026 viewing at risk

Malaysia could miss live coverage of the 2026 FIFA World Cup as a steep RM200 million broadcasting fee strains Astro and RTM, raising doubts over whether fans will be able to watch football’s biggest tournament

Education Ministry scraps teacher training system to lighten workload

Minister Fadhlina Sidek vows to help teachers focus on what matters most – teaching – as new curriculum changes approach

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