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Chery Tiggo Cross CKD production starts in Malaysia – first 1.5 Turbo, Hybrid units roll out of Inokom plant

LRT3 on track for September 30 start, 99.21% complete

Gateless MLFF toll fare collection could start by 2027, highway concessionaires free to choose own partners

Lorry blocking bomba truck in viral video gets saman – PDRM reminds to be alert to siren, lights and give way

992 of 1,009 abandoned vehicle complaints resolved

JPJ eBid: VPP and JYG number plates up for bidding

New perimeter fence boosts safety at SK Agama Bintulu, says rep

A new perimeter fence has been completed at Sekolah Kebangsaan Agama Bintulu, enhancing safety for students during outdoor activities. Tanjong Batu assemblyman Johnny Pang visited the school to inspect the fence and discuss further improvements. The fence prevents balls from leaving the field and addresses safety concerns. Pang committed to supporting further upgrades like paving the central courtyard, installing anti-slip tiles, and constructing covered walkways through the Rural Transformation Programme.

Lagi kes mati dalam rumah berkunci di Pulau Pinang

A 53-year-old man was found dead inside his locked apartment in Gedung Height Apartment, Changkat Mayang Pasir, Bayan Lepas, Penang. Firefighters received a call at 4:36 pm and opened the door using special equipment. The man was found lying on his back in a room of the five-story apartment. Health officials confirmed his death, and the case has been handed over to the police for further investigation.

KTM adds two extra ETS KL Sentral-Padang Besar services for upcoming PH and school holiday season

Malaysian fuel prices August 2025 week one – RON97 petrol down 4 sen to RM3.17/litre; diesel unchanged

NPE, Besraya closures for IJM Allianz Duo Highway Challenge Run 2025 – Sunday August 3, 1am to 11am

Puspakom starts seven-day week operations trial – Glenmarie, Batu Caves outlets now open on Sunday

Bandar Kuching MP calls for temporary halt to ART works in Taman Stutong Indah

Kuching MP Dr Kelvin Yii urged Sarawak Metro to temporarily suspend Autonomous Rapid Transit (ART) construction in Taman Stutong Indah until a stakeholder dialogue addresses residents' concerns. Yii's office will formally request a meeting with Sarawak Metro and the project's consultant to review the ART track's alignment and design. Mediation led to agreements for installing hoardings to contain dust, improving traffic management, issuing prior notices for road closures, proper waste disposal, and preventing worker parking in front of homes. Yii emphasized the project's implementation shouldn't compromise residents' well-being.

Sarawak Water addresses low pressure in RPR Kidurong

Sarawak Water Sdn Bhd is addressing low water pressure issues in RPR Kidurong, Bintulu. They've repaired two burst pipes and are flushing the system to remove airlocks and sediment. Water tankers are providing relief to areas with complete outages. Residents are encouraged to report any remaining problems to the hotline at 086-318160.

50 km of highways in Malaysia identified as lacking telecommunications coverage, incl PLUS, WCE, LPT2

PLUS Kulai-Sedenak highway widening project to be opened in phases, starting with 4-km stretch in 2026

Penang Mutiara Line LRT construction starts, to cost under RM16 billion including 5 km link bridge

Government will not proceed with implementation of High Value Goods Tax (HVGT), says ministry of finance

JPJ eBid: SMT and NEH number plates up for bidding

Elderly man found dead in Kuching home after 10 days

A 66-year-old man was found dead in his Kuching home after neighbors reported not seeing him for over a week. Kuching police responded to the report and discovered the decomposed body in the living room. The man, believed to be a local resident living alone, was last seen 10 days prior. The body was sent to Sarawak General Hospital for a post-mortem, and the next of kin has been notified. Police have classified the case as sudden death and urge the public to avoid speculation.