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AirAsia unveils direct Kuala Lumpur and Kuching-Pontianak routes from Sept 12

The new routes strengthen regional connectivity, supporting both Malaysia’s and Indonesia’s tourism and economic targets

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Schools may close if air quality worsens, five areas hit unhealthy levels: DOE

The department said the areas recorded unhealthy API readings, warns of RM1mil fine for open burning offenders

No, Malays could not fly: Scholars call out pseudohistory

UPSI and DBP academics urge discipline in handling history after Prof Solehah’s claims of Malays teaching China ‘flying kung fu’

Axelsen confirms split from wife, just over a week after World Championships withdrawal

The Dane revealed the news on social media on Tuesday evening, saying the decision to part ways was made on amicable terms