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Home for the holidays: toll-free Christmas travels from Dec 23-24

Works minister says this applies to Class 1 vehicles from 12.01am Monday until 11.59pm Tuesday, applies to all toll plazas except those at borders

Aidiladha ‘balik kampung’: LLM expects 2.52 mil vehicles on major highways

Statement says all construction, maintenance work involving lane closures halted until June 19 to improve flow, with extra temporary toll lanes in operation

Stay safe: WHO shares vital Aidilfitri travel tips for Malaysians

The World Health Organisation in Malaysia has released important travel tips and advisories to ensure traveller safety during the Aidilfitri festive season.

Stay alert, share everything with loved ones: women on solo ‘balik kampung’ travels

Scoop spoke to several solo women travellers who shared their experiences and some tips to help others feel safer during their journey.  

Photo of the day: Behind the scenes of a smooth ‘balik kampung’ journey

A PLUS employee is monitoring closed-circuit camera footage along every PLUS Expressway route at its traffic control centre.

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Over 23.6 million to benefit as new electricity tariff kicks in July 1

The Energy Commission has set a new average base tariff of 45.40 sen/kWh for RP4, slightly lower than before, bringing overall electricity costs down by up to 19% compared to the previous regulatory period

Malaysia pulls the plug on Kuwaiti Hornet deal after years of turbulence

RMAF walks away from costly, outdated aircraft amid rising concerns over integration, support, and long-term value

Govt to raise alcohol excise duty by 10% from November 2025, tobacco taxes also up: Anwar

Prime Minister says the move, announced under Budget 2026, aims to promote healthier lifestyles and reduce access to alcohol and tobacco, with additional revenue channelled to the Health Ministry