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PM Anwar expected to unveil national oil supply continuity plan by mid-May: Economy Minister

Plan aims to secure domestic oil availability amid global supply uncertainties, says Economic Minister Akmal Nasrullah

Malaysia should seek compensation from US over West Asia conflicts: Selangor PKR leader

Dr Sathia Prakash urges Putrajaya to press claims via US Embassy over spillover economic damage

Hauliers raise rates as fuel surge tightens pressure on logistics sector

Cost pass-through hits refrigerated and specialised cargo hardest amid record diesel prices

Diesel price hike squeezes hauliers, adds pressure to supply chain

Credit limits tighten and costs rise despite subsidies, with ripple effects expected on prices

Iran to miss Nilai UCI Track Cycling World Cup amid ongoing war

Travel disruptions and damaged infrastructure force withdrawal as organisers still welcome record 46 nations to Nilai meet

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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

Malaysia sees 11.1% increase in crime rate, with property offences and assaults leading the rise

The latest report reveals a spike in property crimes and assaults, while homicides and kidnapping cases show signs of improvement