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Food safety amendments passed, MPs question if stronger enforcement can keep pace with 'viral' sales

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PARLIAMENT | Lawmakers debating the Food (Amendment) Bill 2026 have questioned whether the proposed changes will address potential health risks from “viral” foo … Read at Malaysiakini

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Ex-deputy minister accuses Khaled of misleading Dewan over LCS project

KUALA LUMPUR: An opposition MP has accused defence minister Khaled Nordin of misleading the Dewan Rakyat over the cost of the littoral combat ship (LCS) project. Ikmal Hisham Abdul Aziz (PN-Tanah Merah) said Khaled had blamed the previous administration for the project's cost ballooning from the … Read at Free Malaysia Today

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Schools to close if API exceeds 180, or remains above 150 for 3 days: Education Ministry

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The Education Ministry has lowered the threshold for closing educational institutions under its jurisdiction following worsening haze conditions in several area … Read at Malaysiakini

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Cyberjaya Education buys Sepang land for RM15m to support university growth

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KUALA LUMPUR (Oct 8): Cyberjaya Education Group Bhd (KL:CYBERE) is acquiring 24,777 square metres of vacant freehold commercial land in Sepang for RM15 million in cash to support its university’s expansion and future student facilities. Its wholly-owned subsidiary Ilmu Living Sdn Bhd is buying the … Read at The Edge Malaysia

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Infantino promises further Fifa support for African football

CAPE VERDE: Fifa president Gianni Infantino promised further resources for Africa as he addressed football association presidents at a conference in Cape Verde on Thursday, a rare public speech since his bid to sell a stake in Fifa tournaments collapsed in July. Infantino had to shelve his plan, … Read at Free Malaysia Today

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Lim Hui Ying: Women and Family Ministry outlines four approaches to tackle domestic violence

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 8 — The Ministry of Women, Family and Community Development (KPWKM) emphasises four key approaches in addressing the issue of domestic violence: prevention, protection, intervention, and rehabilitation. Deputy Minister of Women, Family and Community Development Lim Hui Ying said … Read at Malay Mail

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Exsim Hospitality secures RM15.6m building works contract from Nestcon unit

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KUALA LUMPUR (Oct 8): Exsim Hospitality Bhd (KL:EXSIMHB) has secured a RM15.6 million subcontract from a unit of Nestcon Bhd (KL:NESTCON) for the supply and installation of building services and general building works. Its wholly-owned subsidiary Exsim Concepto Sdn Bhd was awarded the contract by … Read at The Edge Malaysia

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No new gambling licences, only regulating existing ones - MOF tells Kedah MP

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The Finance Ministry said it only regulates existing licensed gambling activities and has not issued any new licences.In a written parliamentary reply to Abd Gh … Read at Malaysiakini

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FWTA needs tighter agency coordination to manage Sarawak’s foreign workers

By DayakDaily Team KUCHING, Oct 8: The Foreign Workers Transformation Approach (FWTA) needs stronger coordination among government agencies, industry associations and employers to address issues involving non-resident employees in Sarawak, says Deputy Minister for Public Health, Housing and Local … Read at DayakDaily

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UWC drops debt repayment plan in proposed RM384 mil placement to focus on expansion, operations

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KUALA LUMPUR (Oct 8): UWC Bhd (KL:UWC) has dropped its plan to use part of the proceeds of its newly proposed RM384.13 million private placement to pay off borrowings, choosing instead to redirect the amount towards factory expansion and working capital. In a bourse filing Thursday, Maybank … Read at The Edge Malaysia

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GDB buys two construction firms for RM82 mil, expands into property development

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KUALA LUMPUR (Oct 8): GDB Holdings Bhd (KL:GDB) is expanding its construction business through the proposed acquisition of two companies, while diversifying into property development to broaden its earnings base. In a bourse filing on Thursday, GDB said it plans to acquire a 51% stake each in Bina … Read at The Edge Malaysia

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No planning permission for KL projects near retention ponds until technical requirements met — Yeoh

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KUALA LUMPUR (Oct 8): No planning permission for developments around flood retention ponds in the capital will be approved until all technical requirements have been met, Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Federal Territories) Hannah Yeoh said on Thursday. The move aims to strengthen … Read at The Edge Malaysia

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MOH guarantees 30pct quota for doctors serving in East M'sia to pursue further studies

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PARLIAMENT | The Health Ministry has reaffirmed its commitment to a 30 percent quota for further studies or specialisation being provided for medical officers ( … Read at Malaysiakini

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Yayasan Akalbudi: Apex court grants Zahid, AG leave to appeal Bar's judicial review bid

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The Federal Court has granted leave to Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi and the attorney-general (AG) to appeal against the Court of Appeal’s decision i … Read at Malaysiakini

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Abu Bekir gets court nod to inspect Cahya Mata financial records in long-running case

By Shikin Louis KUCHING, Oct 8: The High Court has partially allowed Dato Sri Mahmud Abu Bekir Taib’s application to inspect the accounting and other records of Cahya Mata Sarawak (Cahya Mata), while dismissing his application against five of the company’s subsidiaries. Abu Bekir’s lawyer, Satinder … Read at DayakDaily

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Auditor flags uncertainty on Lion Industries' ability to continue as going concern

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KUALA LUMPUR (Oct 8): Lion Industries Corp Bhd (KL:LIONIND) said on Thursday its independent auditor has issued an unqualified audit opinion with a material uncertainty related to the group’s ability as a going concern. Forvis Mazars PLT, which audited the steel and building materials group’s … Read at The Edge Malaysia

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Russia looks to expand scholarships, student exchanges with Sarawak

By DayakDaily Team KUCHING, Oct 7: Russia is looking to expand youth and student exchanges with Sarawak, including scholarship and study opportunities, with its Ambassador to Malaysia Naiyl M. Latypov expected to visit the State later this month. According to a TVS report, Latypov said more than … Read at DayakDaily

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DNeX settles with partner Tethystronics over SilTerra dispute

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KUALA LUMPUR (Oct 8): Dagang Nexchange Bhd (KL:DNEX) said it has entered into a global settlement with Tethystronics Technologies Co Ltd (TTCL) in relation with a dispute regarding their semiconductor foundry joint venture SilTerra Malaysia Sdn Bhd. Among the terms of the settlement are for TTCL, … Read at The Edge Malaysia

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Wall Street futures slide as rising oil, yields dampen mood

NEW YORK: US stock index futures fell on Thursday, pressured by inflation concerns as oil jumped nearly 4% and Treasury yields rose, while chipmakers faced renewed scrutiny despite a strong forecast from Samsung. South Korea's Samsung Electronics forecast a record quarterly profit of US$80.2 … Read at Free Malaysia Today

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SD Guthrie obtains additional RM68.01m in land acquisition settlement with PDC

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KUALA LUMPUR (Oct 8): SD Guthrie Bhd (formerly Sime Darby Plantation Bhd) has resolved its five-year legal dispute with the Penang Development Corporation (PDC) involving the compulsory acquisition of the group's lands in Byram Estate, Seberang Perai Selatan, following a settlement between the … Read at The Edge Malaysia

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Printing firm MTAG proposes RM13.8 mil cash acquisition of two label makers

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KUALA LUMPUR (Oct 8): Printing and labelling firm MTAG Group Bhd (KL:MTAG) is proposing to acquire two label manufacturers for an indicative RM13.8 million in cash to expand its product offerings and customer base. The group has signed a letter of intent (LOI) with Khor Chun Chuan to acquire the … Read at The Edge Malaysia

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MBKS shares child-friendly city experience with Pakistan delegation

By DayakDaily Team KUCHING, Oct 8: Kuching South City Council (MBKS) has shared its experience in implementing UNICEF’s Child Friendly Cities Initiative (CFCI) with an 11-member delegation from Pakistan during a study visit aimed at strengthening child-centred urban planning and governance. The … Read at DayakDaily

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Hi Mobility gets letter of intent to run JB bus network  

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KUALA LUMPUR (Oct 8): Johor-based bus operator Hi Mobility Bhd (KL:HI) has received a letter of intent (LOI) from the Land Public Transport Agency (APAD) to operate the Stage Bus Service Transformation (SBST) programme in Johor Bahru for about four years. Its wholly owned subsidiary Handal Indah … Read at The Edge Malaysia

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Night market wholesaler freed after drug convictions overturned

PUTRAJAYA: A night market wholesaler walked free today after the Court of Appeal overturned his convictions for two drug trafficking offences, each carrying a 30-year prison sentence. Lum Man Liong, 59, had been in custody since his arrest in February 2021 and had been serving his sentence after … Read at Free Malaysia Today

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Bagan Serai MP wants healthier food sold in hospitals

PETALING JAYA: An MP has called for hospitals to promote healthy eating by imposing stricter requirements on the types of food and beverages sold on their premises. Idris Ahmad (PN-Bagan Serai) said businesses operating in hospitals, including mini-markets, should ensure the products they sell do … Read at Free Malaysia Today

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Don’t punish eateries over poor public infrastructure, says MP

KUALA LUMPUR: Eatery operators should not always be the ones bearing full responsibility for hygiene violations, especially if they are partly caused by poor public infrastructure, says a backbencher. Debating the Food (Amendment) Bill 2026, Manndzri Nasib (BN-Tenggara) said problems such as rat … Read at Free Malaysia Today

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Sandakan port users demand urgent solution to equipment breakdown

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SANDAKAN: Port users are demanding an immediate, concrete solution to the prolonged breakdown of port equipment, warning that continued disruption could cause serious financial losses and further weaken Sandakan’s economy. The Sandakan Forwarders Association (SFA), Sabah Shipping Agents Association … Read at Borneo News

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MBKS bags six Green and Geopark Excellence Awards for sustainable city efforts

By DayakDaily Team KUCHING, Oct 8: Kuching South City Council (MBKS) emerged as the biggest award winner at the Green and Geopark Excellence Awards 2026, taking home six awards recognising its efforts in sustainable city leadership, environmental education, recycling, community participation, food … Read at DayakDaily

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We were attacked. We are back. And we will not be silenced

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EARLIER this morning, The Vibes and our sister Malay news portal, Getaran, came under attack, taking our websites offline for several hours. But we are back. And if anything, this attack has only strengthened our resolve. Because when people go to such lengths to silence independent news, it tells … Read at The Vibes

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59,275 hotspots turn South Sumatra into haze hotspot as respiratory cases surge

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ABOUT 59,275 hotspots were detected across 17 districts and cities in South Sumatra from Sept 1 to yesterday, turning the province into a major source of haze while thousands of residents in Palembang suffered respiratory infections. The figure, recorded by the Forestry Ministry’s Forest and Land … Read at The Vibes

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