Homelessness in Kuala Lumpur rising despite reopened economy
MP’s office reports surge in middle-aged unemployed people living on the streets.
Chip shortage fuelling demand for used cars, say industry experts
Second-hand vehicle dealers however have another struggle; they don’t have enough units to sell.
Malacca shop offers RM1 breakfast despite inflation
Owner relies on small-profit-but-high-turnover principle to cover overheads.
Singaporeans helping to drive Penang tourism recovery, says sector
Tourists from Indonesia and Thailand are also coming back.
__full__thumbnail.jpg)
Experts fear another Covid spike as vaccine efficacy wanes
Doctors say government needs to weigh up options, consider at-risk groups for 4th jab.
Kindergartens mull raising fees to supplement teachers’ salaries
Some preschools hiking admission prices to be able to afford paying minimum wage.
Mental stress still prevalent after transition to Covid endemic phase, say experts
Both children and adults still face pressure in school, at work.
F&B sector braces for sugar rush as price rises
Associations expect sweet commodity to follow chicken in driving costs up across the board.
Opposition must win youth votes, say analysts
Political observers say BN has small advantage, nothing absolute.
Struggling contractors say govt needs to act on price of raw materials
Industry players warn of dire consequences that could devastate Malaysia’s construction industry.
Indonesian maids cost more due to demand, scarcity, say agents
Industry players hope fees will come down with new minimum wage.
Kindergartens on high alert as HFMD cases spike
Hand, foot and mouth disease outbreak causes concern among parents of young children.
Nightclubs roar back to life
With operations in full swing, proprietors hopeful for return of pre-pandemic level crowds.
