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Don’t flip-flop: Presma says smoking ban at eateries better than designated area

President Datuk Jawahar Ali Taib Khan, who labelled the proposal as a U-turn, said the restaurant operators prefer a ban as it would be better to maintain cleanliness at the premises.

Health Ministry considers smoking zone for eateries in tight spaces

Health Minister Datuk Seri Dzulkefly Ahmad said this is because, for these types of eateries, it was difficult to adhere to the 3m distance currently enforced. 

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Malaysia Airlines tops domestic flight punctuality rankings of 85.3%

National carrier led on-time performance up to May 2025, as government enforces stricter rules on delays and passenger compensation

Inside the Bandar Utama school tragedy: a timeline of the shocking fatal stabbing

A look at the events surrounding the stabbing of a 16-year-old student, with ongoing investigations into the suspect's motives and the role of online violence

Cleared for layoffs? AirAsia to retrench 20% of workforce in major cost-cutting move

This allegedly involves cabin services, cargo and logistics, engineering and maintenance, as well as the commercial division, according to Scoop’s source