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Do it gradually: Barisan leaders express concern over abrupt diesel subsidy withdrawal

They emphasise need for careful, phased approach to avoid economic, public distress

‘Who will be held responsible for Vern’s losses?’

MCA vice-president Datuk Seri Wee Jeck Seng has questioned whether those who posted about local fashion company Vern’s shoe sole design will face legal action. 

Padu and data leak fears: have law that holds govt liable, suggests MP

With the push for more Malaysians to register in the Central Database Hub (Padu), the government should consider drafting a law allowing the public to sue it over data leakages, a Barisan Nasional (BN) lawmaker proposed.

MCA takes aim at Education Ministry amid cabinet reshuffle

MCA has trained its guns on the Education Ministry following today’s cabinet reshuffle, suggesting that the existing minister, Fadhlina Sidek, and new deputy, DAP’s Wong Kah Woh, resolve issues surrounding vernacular education.

No word on MCA cabinet appointment yet: Wee Jeck Seng

Newly minted MCA vice-president, Datuk Seri Wee Jeck Seng, said that he is not aware of the possibility of a party representative being appointed as a minister in the anticipated cabinet reshuffle.

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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

Apad confirms inDrive licence revoked effective July 24, but company can appeal

Russian-based company can file appeal through the agency for the Transport Ministry's consideration

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