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High-cost Iftar buffets raise concerns over spending and waste

An expert urges moderation, mindful spending, and a return to Ramadan's true spirit as lavish iftar spreads gain popularity

The great flip-flop: Seed oils go from dietary heroes to villains – Ahmad Ibrahim

Once praised as heart-healthy, seed oils are now blamed for inflammation and chronic diseases, sparking a shift in consumer habits and threatening the multi-billion dollar industry behind them

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RMAF walks away from costly, outdated aircraft amid rising concerns over integration, support, and long-term value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

Will MIDA be the endgame for Malaysia’s Indian community? – Ravindran Raman Kutty

Writer dissects landmark report exposing deep-rooted structural exclusion facing the community, urging urgent reforms not just for upliftment but for national progress

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