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BAM cracks down: up to RM500,000 exit penalty for contract breaches

The Badminton Association of Malaysia is set to enforce strict compensation rules on players who leave before completing their contracts, signalling the end of past leniency and a stronger push to protect its investment in national shuttlers

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‘Live well without overspending’: Malaysia 7th best country to retire for expats

Affordable and quality private healthcare, visa and housing options favour Malaysia in International Living’s index

Malaysia sees 11.1% increase in crime rate, with property offences and assaults leading the rise

The latest report reveals a spike in property crimes and assaults, while homicides and kidnapping cases show signs of improvement

End of an era: Ex-Malaysia Airlines A380 faces dismantling in French scrapyard

Once a long-haul icon, the superjumbo is being dismantled for prized components as the airline modernises its fleet with fuel-efficient jets