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KFC Malaysia mulls legal action over controversial video featuring racial stereotypes

Fast-food chain says video was produced without its knowledge or approval, as backlash grows over its use of racial and cultural stereotypes

Indian stereotypes in advertisements must stop: MIC Youth, Pusat KOMAS after KFC backlash

Party wing says businesses and online users share responsibility for content that affects communities, while rights group calls for greater adherence to advertising guidelines

‘Old stereotypes are no longer welcome’: former MAA chief pans KFC ad over Indian portrayal

Claudian Navin Stanislaus says brands must better understand Malaysia’s multicultural sensitivities before using ethnic differences as humour

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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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