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Cap rice purchase at 20,000 tonnes or last nine Bumiputera mills will face closure

Out of 250 Bumputera-owned rice mills in Malaysia, only nine are still operational due to monopolisation by large-scale millers

Differing views not a barrier to strengthening state-federal govt cooperation: Anwar

PM touched on morals and etiquette in dealing with differing views during a visit to Kedah

Unprecedented effects: El Niño wreaks havoc on Malaysia’s agriculture, economy

Malaysia has been grappling with the 'unusual' effects of an atypical El Niño phenomenon in recent years, including heatwaves, haze, altered rainfall patterns, and significant repercussions on local agriculture, according to agronomists.

Sarawak to set aside 1,500ha of land for rice planting to boost food security

The Sarawak government will provide 1,500ha of land for rice production to ensure food security in Malaysia, said Premier Tan Sri Abang Johari Openg.

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38% of AirAsia flights delayed in 2024: Loke

Minister outlines measures to improve on-time performance, including incentives, penalties, and full refunds for major delays

Influencer who recited Quran at Batu Caves accused of sexual misconduct in Netherlands

Abdellatif Ouisa has targeted recently converted, underage Muslim women, alleges Dutch publication

MACC probes IJM over alleged RM2.5bil money laundering scheme, Sunway takeover at risk

The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission is probing IJM Corporation over alleged money laundering and possible share price manipulation involving RM2.5bil, a probe that could jeopardise Sunway Group’s proposed RM11.5bil takeover of the construction giant

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