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Singapore updates Integrated Shield Plan riders with new deductible and co-payment rules from April 2026
Singapore's Ministry of Health introduced new medical insurance rules on April 1, 2026, changing coverage and costs for Integrated Shield Plan riders.
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Singapore modifies some bus stops for three-door buses
Singapore’s Land Transport Authority is modifying some bus stops to help more than 500 three-door buses board and alight more smoothly.
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HDB Lowers Rents as Northshore Plaza Faces Vacancies and Falling Footfall
HDB reduced rents by 10-30% for about 40 tenants at Northshore Plaza amid 12 vacant shops and lower customer traffic.
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Singapore warns on Pulau Ubin crocodile sightings as residents shrug off risk
Singapore warned visitors about crocodile sightings near Pulau Ubin after reports emerged in early April.
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Tuberculosis screening at Heartbeat@Bedok extended to May 8 after strong public response
Singapore's Communicable Diseases Agency extends TB screening at Heartbeat@Bedok by one day after 708 people screened so far.
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Malaysia saves RM1.9 million in petrol subsidies through work-from-home policy
Malaysia's government reported RM1.9 million saved in RON95 petrol subsidies within 10 days of its WFH policy starting April 15.
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Three men detained over fatal machete attack in Bukit Kangkar
Police detained 3 men over a fatal machete attack in Bukit Kangkar, Tangkak, and said 2 more suspects are still at large.
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Jawi objects to Kuala Lumpur water music festival over morality, resource concerns
Malaysia's Jawi objected to the Rain Rave Water Music Festival 2026 in Kuala Lumpur, citing moral concerns and social norms.
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Police urge calm over Negeri Sembilan Adat Perpatih dispute
Malaysia's police urged calm over a dispute involving Negeri Sembilan's Adat Perpatih system and said they will investigate reports tied to sensitive 3R issues.
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14 Negeri Sembilan assemblymen stay in state Unity Government, Zahid says
14 Negeri Sembilan assemblymen who withdrew support for Menteri Besar Aminuddin Harun will remain in the state Unity Government, Umno president Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said.
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Penang exempts hawkers and wet market traders from plastic bag ban for now
Penang exempts hawkers and wet market traders from its single-use plastics ban until alternatives are found, officials said today.
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Penang to subsidise diesel costs for contractors on major projects
Penang will subsidise diesel costs for contractors on major development projects as it seeks to ease rising expenses.
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Ebit Lew ordered to enter defence on 11 sexual harassment charges
A Malaysian magistrate ordered preacher Ebit Lew to enter his defence on 11 sexual harassment charges.
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PM Anwar condemns Israeli interception of Global Sumud Flotilla and calls for safe return of Malaysians
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim condemned Israel’s interception of 22 Global Sumud Flotilla vessels and called for the safe return of 10 detained Malaysians.
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Malaysia leaders praise workers on Labour Day 2026
Malaysia’s senior leaders marked Labour Day 2026 on May 1 with messages praising workers’ role in resilience and growth.
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Malaysia seeks Malaysians after Israeli interception of Gaza flotilla
Malaysia said it is urgently verifying the safety of Malaysians aboard a Gaza aid flotilla intercepted by Israeli forces.
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Malaysia's Deputy PM stresses trust and security in digital transformation at MyDigital ID event
Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi urged stronger trust and security in Malaysia's digital ecosystem on May 4 at the MyDigital ID MoU event.
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Malaysian military truck crashes into Bukit Teratai Toll Plaza, injuring 15 personnel
A military truck crashed into Bukit Teratai Toll Plaza in Kuala Lumpur on May 1, injuring 15 personnel, police said.
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Penang Chief Minister says state remains on track for economic growth in 2026
Penang Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow said the state is on track to grow economically despite global challenges.
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AirBorneo launches 20% discount fare promotion for Gawai and Kaamatan festivals
AirBorneo offers 20% off fares on all 21 Rural Air Services routes to ease travel for Gawai and Kaamatan celebrations.
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Malaysia to Introduce Post-Maternity Leave Allowance and Extend Social Security to Cross-Border Workers
Malaysia’s government will offer a new Post-Maternity Leave Allowance and extend social security protection to workers crossing borders, announced on May 1.
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Malaysia's JPJ denies claims of free vehicle licences, warns of online scams
Malaysia's Road Transport Department (JPJ) denied viral claims of free vehicle licences and cautioned the public against online scams.
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Malaysia to adopt policies as oil spikes deepen global volatility
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said Malaysia will adopt needed policies as oil prices surge and global economic instability worsens.
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Santiago criticizes Malaysia cuts on Labour Day as billionaire wealth rises
Former MP Charles Santiago blasted Malaysia's Labour Day austerity while the finance ministry imposed spending cuts on April 29.