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KUALA LUMPUR, July 18 — The ringgit opened firmer against the United States (US) dollar on Friday as traders shied away from the greenback amid growing anticipation of an interest rate cut by the US Federal Reserve (US Fed).

KUALA LUMPUR, July 18 — Rapid KL’s On-Demand van service will enter a new phase starting today, with its coverage expanding to 12 additional zones across Shah Alam and Klang in Selangor.

By Yasmin Ramlan SHAH ALAM, July 18 — Selangor is pushing to fast-track the placement of permanent medical officers in government hospitals and clinics across the state, as concerns mount over the national shortage of doctors and specialists. State executive councillor for public health and...

KUALA LUMPUR, July 18 — On July 28, Court of Appeal Judge Datuk Wan Ahmad Farid Wan Salleh will be sworn in as the country’s 17th Chief Justice, succeeding Tun Tengku Maimun Tuan Mat, who retired on July 2.

KUALA LUMPUR, July 18 — On July 28, Court of Appeal Judge Datuk Wan Ahmad Farid Wan Salleh will be sworn in as the country’s 17th Chief Justice, succeeding Tun Tengku Maimun Tuan Mat, who retired on July 2.

LONDON, July 17 — Across the United Kingdom, 16- and 17-year-olds today celebrated their newly granted right to vote in all Britain elections, but said proper education is vital to boost turnout and protect young voters from political misinformation on social media.

SHAH ALAM, July 17 — The state government has expressed its appreciation for Selangor police chief Datuk Hussein Omar Khan, whose term as top cop will end soon, Menteri Besar Dato’ Seri Amirudin Shari wished Hussein the best in his new role as Bukit Aman Narcotics Crime Investigation Department...

KUALA LUMPUR, July 17 — Selangor’s tourism sector is expected to receive a new boost when the Piano Land cruise ship from China will dock permanently (home port) at the Port Klang Cruise Terminal (PKCT) starting the fourth quarter of this year.

KUALA LUMPUR, July 17 — MRT Corporation Sdn Bhd (MRT Corp) today announced the Final Railway Scheme for the MRT3 Circle Line was formally approved and signed by Transport Minister Anthony Loke.

WELLINGTON, July 17 — New Zealand has expressed a strong interest in forging closer cooperation with Malaysia in the halal industry and has chosen Malaysia as a key strategic partner, especially in trade across the Southeast Asian region.

BANGI, July 17 — The Road Transport Department (JPJ) will launch a pilot rehabilitation course this November for holders of Public Service Vehicle (PSV) and Goods Driving Licence (GDL) whose licences have been suspended.

PETALING JAYA, July 17 — The federal government remains firm in its decision to lower the youth age limit to 30, effective January 1, 2026, in line with amendments passed by Parliament in 2019, said Youth and Sports Minister Hannah Yeoh.

KUALA LUMPUR, July 17 — Malaysia will host the inaugural Asean Future of Maritime Conference this week, a high-level gathering aimed at charting a greener, safer, and more inclusive maritime future for Southeast Asia.

ALOR SETAR, July 17 — Electricity theft linked to illegal bitcoin mining activities has caused RM4.8 billion in losses from 2018 to June this year, said Deputy Energy Transition and Water Transformation Minister Akmal Nasir.

DAMASCUS, July 17 — Syria’s interim President Ahmed al-Sharaa promised to protect the rights of Druze citizens today as a ceasefire appeared to be holding in the country’s south following the United States’ intervention to end fighting between government forces and Druze fighters.

By Danial Dzulkifly AMPANG, July 17 — The state government is thinking of extending promotions under Visit Selangor Year (VSY) 2025 beyond this year, in light of overwhelming public interest. The move could align Selangor’s goals with Visit Malaysia 2026. State executive councillor for...

By Danial Dzulkifly AMPANG, July 17 — Tourism Selangor expects to draw 30,000 visitors to its flagship Selangor Travel Fair, to be held at Central Market in Kuala Lumpur on July 26 and 27. Tourism Selangor chief executive officer Chua Yee Ling said the event, which will feature over 30...

REMBAU, July 17 — The Federal Agricultural Marketing Authority (Fama) encouraged government agencies to serve local fruits at official events to support and promote the country’s agro-based products.

ISKANDAR PUTERI, July 17 — The wreckage of the Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) helicopter that crashed in Sungai Pulai, Gelang Patah, last week has been recovered and will be transported to the Air Operations Force base in Subang for investigation.

KUCHING, July 17 — Asean needs to establish a regional mechanism to tackle the high cost of antiretroviral (ARV) drugs for HIV treatment, said Deputy Health Minister Datuk Lukanisman Awang Sauni.