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Pay RM350, travel for 10 years: Govt introduces new passport validity

Senior citizens and persons with disabilities will enjoy lower fees or exemptions under the revised structure

Time running out: Urgent call for government action on elderly care – Jepry Jaws

With Malaysia’s senior population set to rise, experts and citizens urge stronger support for healthcare, financial relief, and social services for the elderly, ahead of the 2027 Budget

Simple demand from the senior – Jepry Jaws

Elderly citizens seek basic support—free healthcare, tax relief for caregivers, and more time with family—highlighting the struggles of the sandwich generation

Govt to scrap diagnostic test plan for six-year-olds entering primary school: Anwar

The decision to withdraw the screening aims to prevent potential discrimination and ease the transition for young students

E-hailing companies must ensure drivers don’t renegotiate fares: APAD

Agency clarifies that e-hailing pricing is determined by supply and demand, while the Transport Ministry reviews potential regulation through a strategic study

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The Formula for F1’s return to Sepang – Dr Helmy Haja Mydin

The biggest race turnout at the SIC to date is enough cause to consider a resurrection of the Malaysian GP

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

Shadow AI in public sector raises questions over governance and data security – KV Soon

Concerns emerge over the use of AI agents linked to an official work email, highlighting the need for stronger oversight, accountability and safeguards