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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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‘Live well without overspending’: Malaysia 7th best country to retire for expats

Affordable and quality private healthcare, visa and housing options favour Malaysia in International Living’s index

Malaysia sees 11.1% increase in crime rate, with property offences and assaults leading the rise

The latest report reveals a spike in property crimes and assaults, while homicides and kidnapping cases show signs of improvement

End of an era: Ex-Malaysia Airlines A380 faces dismantling in French scrapyard

Once a long-haul icon, the superjumbo is being dismantled for prized components as the airline modernises its fleet with fuel-efficient jets

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