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Budget 2027 must secure retirement safety net for national athletes

Analysts call for EPF and SOCSO coverage, structured pensions and healthcare support to protect national athletes after their competitive careers end

‘The first few days were hell’: Sarjit Singh fights back from hospital bed

Former national hockey captain says prayers and support helped him through a difficult period as he recovers from serious illness

18 athletes to sit for SPM after Bangkok Sea Games

The Youth and Sports Ministry has confirmed that 18 national athletes will complete their Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia examinations once the 2025 Bangkok SEA Games conclude in December, with special arrangements made for both school and private candidates

KBS vows to settle decades-old unpaid cash prizes for sports award winners

Ministry steps in to resolve the long-running issue, as former champions await overdue RM5,000 incentives from as far back as 1966

Podium athletes to receive monthly salaries, ensuring financial security

National athletes participating in the Podium Programme will begin receiving a monthly minimum salary of RM1,500 next week, the Youth and Sports Ministry announced today.

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Selangor to host Sukma 2026 from Aug 15-24, Para Sukma in September

Over 10,000 athletes expected as Selangor aims to reclaim overall crown; official logo and mascot to be unveiled next month

Harimau Malaya likely to lose seven players permanently despite CAS ruling: AFC

It says eligibility falsification case may trigger further disciplinary review after CAS upholds 12-month ban

Subsidised RON95: how cheap is Malaysia’s fuel compared to neighbours?

There has been a spate of viral videos showing vehicles from neighbouring countries such as Thailand and Singapore being filled with Malaysia's heavily subsidised RON95 petrol, indicating a blatant disregard for local laws.

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