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Bazaar celebrates women’s strength, drive
Developer partners NGOs to commemorate International Women's Day with entrepreneurship gathering in Seremban.
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Book swap boosts reading culture in Johor Baru
A COMMUNITY library tucked within Kampung Melayu Majidee, Johor Baru, has shown how one person's old book can be another person's new adventure.
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Tribunal rejects Senai contractor’s appeal for three-year period to refund claimant
Johor Consumer Claims Tribunal has rejected a contractor's appeal that he be allowed to refund RM17,695.07 to his client in monthly instalments over three years.
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Festive spirit fuels booming sales
HARI Raya Aidilfitri shopping frenzy is present as Klang Valley folk are busy making their last-minute preparations for the coming festival.
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More Raya purchases made using cashless methods
EVERY year, Nadia Harun, 26, looks forward to buying new baju kurung and headscarves for Hari Raya Aidilfitri.
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5,113 permits issued for sale of firecrackers, fireworks during Raya
THE police have issued 5,113 permits for the sale of fireworks and firecrackers in conjunction with the upcoming Hari Raya Aidilfitri celebration.
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Proposal for another night market in PJU1 under consideration
A PROPOSAL for a second night market in the PJU1 area of Petaling Jaya, Selangor, is not completely off the table.
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Homestay regulations needed in KL
SEVERAL residents in Taman Seputeh, Kuala Lumpur, are having sleepless nights ever since a landed property in their neighbourhood was turned into a homestay and event space.
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Penang Badminton Association offers RM3,000 for most smashing logo design in centennial logo competition
MALAYSIANS have been invited to put their creative minds to good use by taking part in a logo design competition by Penang Badminton Association (PBA) in conjunction with its 100th anniversary.
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Uniting communities through festive bazaars
IN celebration of Ramadan and the upcoming Hari Raya Aidilfitri, AmBank Group presents the "AmBank Fiesta Raya @ The Curve" and "AmBank Bazar Ramadan @ Foodpark, MaTiC".
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Spotlight on Selangor specialities
RAMADAN is a time for gathering, reflection and celebrating shared traditions with food playing a central role.
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Fresh perspectives on traditional dishes for buka puasa in KL
GRAND Millennium Kuala Lumpur is showcasing a rendition of local and international favourites for Ramadan at its all-day dining restaurant, The Mill Cafe.
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Bonding over break of fast
BREAKING fast picnic-style in open spaces with a scenic background offers a more relaxed buka puasa experience.
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Aidilfitri joy delivered
Penang's The Star office in Jalan Masjid Kapitan Keling, George Town, got merrier in the run-up to Hari Raya Aidilfitri with some festive treats. (Top, from left) Star Media Group junior advertising sales Shuhaida Shuid and executive client brand marketing Noorfarahana Zulkifle receiving a crate of dates from Penang DAP publicity secretary Joshua Woo and communications and research manager Hazizi Padzil. (Above, from left) Northern Heart Hospital Penang corporate communication and CSR head Adeline Goh presenting goodies to SMG photographer Zhafaran Nasib. — Photos: LIM BENG TATT/The Star
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Togetherness via bubur lambuk
The "Gerak Rahmah Jom Masak Bubur Lambuk Perpaduan" and "Lan Berambeh Sungkei" programme in Sibu, Sarawak, have again proven to be a meaningful platform for fostering unity, bringing together people of all races during the break of fast.
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Indian snack supply in Johor affected by cooking oil shortage
THE shortage of cooking oil, coupled with rising raw material costs, have impacted the sales of Indian snacks for Hari Raya Aidilfitri celebrations.
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Fallen trees, branches causing property damage, claim Kepong folk
FALLEN trees and branches are causing property damage for Taman Petaling Kepong residents.
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No change in rates at MBPJ crematorium
Petaling Jaya City Council (MBPJ) has assured that rates at its crematorium in Jalan 229, Section 51A will remain unchanged, even if the proposed privatisation of its operation goes through.
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Two-hour parking in KL gets motorists’ thumbs up
THE decision by Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) to implement two-hour parking at selected spots has garnered support.
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Selangor firms look to Taiwan for digital boost
IN an effort to help family-run traditional businesses stay competitive, Selangor government has given some of them a chance to learn about incorporating digital tools.