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Batik Malaysia: Luxury in malls, missing on the streets – Ravindran Raman Kutty

High prices and limited accessibility keep Malaysia’s batik out of everyday wardrobes, while Indonesia’s more affordable ecosystem lets everyone wear the culture

Is Malaysia’s tourism ready for the next frontier? – Ahmad Ibrahim

As Visit Malaysia Year 2026 unfolds, a new white paper warns that the future of travel is shaped by choices today, from tech-driven efficiency to sustainable, slower-paced journeys or the risk of a global price war.

From Langkawi to Rain Rave: Teresa Kok slams PAS for underperforming in tourism, stifling in resort island’s growth

DAP leader highlights missed opportunities and urges state government to think globally and progressively

Rain Rave 2026: Umno wants review of festival to protect societal values

Federal authorities warn organisers to consider Malaysia’s diverse religious and cultural sensitivities

Lenggong earns Unesco Global Geopark status, joining World Heritage ranks

The Perak site becomes the first in Peninsular Malaysia to hold dual international recognition, boosting tourism and research opportunities

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Petronas staff to be shown the door to make up losses from Petros deal?

Source claims national O&G firm is expected to see 30% revenue loss once agreed formula for natural gas distribution in Sarawak is implemented

InDrive faces termination for flouting guidelines

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

National shuttlers demand RM2 million salaries: can BAM keep up financially?

Several top athletes aim for salaries that could outpace even the highest-earning footballers, raising questions about the sustainability of funding within Malaysian sports