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95,000 tickets sold and counting: F1’s Sepang return heads towards 100,000

SIC says international fans make up half of ticket buyers as Bahrain-hosted Grand Prix brings Formula 1 back to Malaysia after nine years

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

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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

Apad confirms inDrive licence revoked effective July 24, but company can appeal

Russian-based company can file appeal through the agency for the Transport Ministry's consideration

Ex-national basketball player arrested for alleged sexual harassment against students

Cheras top cop confirms source's claims, says 36-year-old suspect also has multiple simillar reports lodged against him before; source questions why MoE allowed him to teach