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Targeting Mat Rempit, illegal racers via revoked subsidies may backfire: observers

Samirul Ariff Othman, Charles Santiago stress traffic law and fiscal measures are fairer tools

Selangor reviewing policies on out-of-wedlock pregnancies and children’s welfare

Roundtable gathers NGOs, academics and agencies to refine procedures and strengthen support systems

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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

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