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Malaysia concert economy

Malaysia’s concert economy – Dr Helmy Haja Mydin

Malaysia is rapidly emerging as Asia’s concert powerhouse, where world-class venues, regional demand, and cultural pluralism converge but unlocking its full potential will depend on cutting bureaucracy, strengthening industry coordination, and turning live events into a deliberate national growth strategy

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Worrying number of youth spending 18 hours on social media daily: MCMC 

The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission has drawn attention to the substantial number of young individuals who spend extended periods online, expressing concerns about harmful aspects of specific social media platforms. 

Penang’s shores in peril: a deadly mix of climate change and coastal development”

Rising sea levels, erratic weather, and unchecked development are driving coastal erosion to alarming new heights in Penang, threatening both nature and livelihoods.

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