Lack of funds not stopping Maszlee from helping poor pupils
Fomer minister emphasises importance of saving those left behind during pandemic learning to safeguard country’s future.
By Diyana Ibrahim · 3 years ago
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Untuk Malaysia gives B40 pupils big boost
Initiative by Maszlee Malik aims to help those left behind in online learning amid Covid-19 pandemic.
By Diyana Ibrahim · 3 years ago
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Rehda requests more help for B40 home buyers
They need a special financing scheme to own homes, says housing association.
By Ragananthini Vethasalam, Hailey Chung Wee Kye · 3 years ago
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More focus to be given to B40’s lowest category, says Mustapa
Households earning less than RM2,500 classified as B1.
· 3 years ago
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Make sure banks don’t charge interest when loan extended, urges MTUC
Automatic moratorium ends in September, 3-month extension only for selected applicants.
· 3 years ago
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Universal basic income worth a shot
Commentary by Kenneth Cheng Chee Kin · 3 years ago
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RM4.8 billion Prihatin aid in B40 hands
Those yet to get cash assistance can collect it at BSN branches up till December 31.
· 4 years ago
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Muhibah spirit comes to the fore as Covid-19 rages on
Neighbours reaching out to needy with food banks, help to buy groceries during MCO.
By Ravin Palanisamy, Diyana Ibrahim · 4 years ago
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Folk need cash now, say analysts
Plan to allow people to dip into EPF savings just deferring problem, not helping poor.
By Bede Hong · 4 years ago
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Social distancing ‘impossible’ for families in low-cost flats
3 generations living under one roof common, straining finances and adding to stress under movement-control order.
By Zaim Ibrahim · 4 years ago · 2 comments
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Pakatan risks losing M40 vote over new fuel subsidy
Middle-income earners agree that B40 should get aid, but it shouldn't be at their expense.
By Diyana Ibrahim · 4 years ago · 1 comment
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PM says some B40 folk own six cars
New fuel subsidy scheme, to take effect next January, is only for one vehicle per individual, says Dr Mahathir Mohamad.
By Mohd Farhan Darwis, Chan Kok Leong · 4 years ago · 2 comments
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Cheaper basic goods B40 folk’s top wish for Budget 2020
Most families don't want more cash aid, but for govt to either intervene in the market or reduce fuel prices.
By Sheridan Mahavera, Zaim Ibrahim, Desmond Davidson · 4 years ago · 1 comment
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