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Bangsar bars warn of 20% price hike as new alcohol tax looms

Bar owners say the upcoming 10% excise duty under Budget 2026 could squeeze margins, drive drinkers to cheaper alternatives, and push small operators to the brink

Budget 2025: use sin tax to fund innovative medication, say experts

They said public hospitals' annual budgets struggle to support innovative therapies

[WATCH] Higher sin tax on cigarettes long overdue, timely move for Budget 2025: Bersatu MP

Benefits are a healthier nation and more revenue for government to improve people’s welfare, said Tasek Gelugor MP Datuk Wan Saiful Wan Jan

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InDrive faces termination for flouting guidelines

It is the second Russian e-hailing app after Maxim to face ban by Land Public Transport Agency

Of Chinese gangs, a M’sian ex-deputy minister, and Burmese rebels: KL event ensnared in Myanmar scam centre?

Human rights group reveals event at JW Marriott for controversial Dongmei Zone, which allegedly sourced billions of ringgit in investments from prominent individuals, and reported by Chinese human trafficking victim to be rife with crime, drugs, brothels

Government to roll out targeted RON95 subsidy using IC-based verification

Tech-driven mechanism aims to curb misuse and ensure only deserving Malaysians benefit from subsidised fuel

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