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Another day off for Selangor: Oct 26 declared public holiday

Replacement holiday announced as state prepares to celebrate Sultan Sharafuddin’s 25 years on the throne

Sukma success could see Selangor declare public holiday

Hosts on track for overall title but warned against complacency in final stretch

Malaysians to enjoy extra Raya holiday this year: Anwar

Malaysians will receive an additional day off to celebrate with family, with the date depending on the official start of Raya

Long Malaysia Day 2025 weekend: PM announces Sept 15 as public holiday

He said this is intended to honour national unity and significance of Malaysia’s formation

No replacement on Sept 17 for double holiday on Sept 16: Sabah CM

Business as usual for public sector despite Malaysia Day, Maulidur Rasul taking place simultaneously, but private sector may opt to take it

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79 candidates to fight for 28 seats in Melaka polls

Besides notable incumbents defending their seats such as Melaka CM Datuk Seri Ab Rauf Yusoh and Melaka Pakatan chief Adly Zahari, the Prime Minister’s political secretary Datuk Azman Abidin will contest his maiden election in Paya Rumput

MCA gets four seats in Melaka polls, predicts tough fight in DAP strongholds

Initially given two seats, last-minute negotiations within Barisan Nasional now lands MCA with the staunchly DAP seats of Kota Laksamana and Bandar Hilir

Red Bull’s Acosta wins MotoGP Sprint, Ducati Lenovo’s Marquez second

Third on the podium is Italian rider Marco Bezzecchi of Aprilia Racing