DAP’s Skudai incumbent says he is victim of infighting
Tan Hong Ming changes tune about being willing sacrifice for party.
Malaysians in Singapore caught in CNY rush for tickets home
Some choose to stay put because they fear getting their family infected.
Lower speed limit won’t prevent accidents, say experts
It is reckless drivers who cause crashes, they say.
Perak cave temple crisis could be blessing in disguise
Houses of worship should take opportunity to get official recognition from state govt, temple manager says.
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PKR rep calls for 'real policy' on Perak cave temples
Simpang Pulai assemblyman says eviction will only mean new temples built in more remote areas.
It doesn’t pay to be an athlete in Malaysia, sports veterans say
Without medal allowances and an official salary, sports stars are expected to perform.
Survey finds nearly half of teens are depressed
Lack of physical interaction with others, hormonal changes, contribute to this.
Temples scale down CNY activities, move events online amid Omicron fears
Some are employing aerial photography, virtual reality technology to create atmosphere of celebration.
Lion dance troupes gear up for CNY
Excitement over performing again tempered by fears of snap changes to Covid-19 SOP.
Big demand for furniture after floods, retailers warn of slow delivery
Manufacturers struggling to ramp up production due to labour shortage.
Restaurateurs sweat over few bookings for CNY reunion dinners
Only 20% of slots filled so far with celebration less than a month away.
Students turn to porn for relief during epidemic, say experts
Prolonged hours of home confinement and easy access to internet the cause.
Stationery prices up 40%
Raw material shortage, logistics issues have producers passing higher costs to customers.
Omicron makes for cautious 2022 economic outlook
Economists say problems with global supply chain, higher freight charges and labour shortages among challenges.
Selangor hopes to clear all flood waste by mid-January
Kinrara rep asks for help in co-ordinating disposal of vast piles of ruined possessions.
