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TNB powers 36 data centres, plans for 33.5 GW peak demand by 2035
Tenaga Nasional Bhd has supplied electricity to 36 operating data centres with a planned supply capacity of around 4.5 GW through the first quarter of 2026, says PETRA.
Malaysia
Study underway to strengthen cybercrime victim protection
Malaysia studies stricter penalties and victim compensation for cybercrime, including Singapore-style caning and UK refund systems.
Malaysia
Education Ministry targets 300 new preschool classes by 2027 to boost early education access
The Education Ministry plans to establish 300 additional preschool classes by 2027 as part of efforts to expand access to quality early childhood education nationwide.
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Onn Hafiz urged to explain alleged campaigning at TVET event
Johor DAP chairman Teo Nie Ching calls on MB Onn Hafiz to clarify claims that TVET students were compelled to attend a programme used for BN campaigning.
Malaysia
PM to discuss petrol station losses with oil firms
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Malaysia
Govt introduces e-invoice voluntary declaration programme
The government is introducing the e-Invoice Voluntary Declaration Programme until Dec 31, 2027, to reduce business compliance costs for MSMEs, says PM Anwar.
Malaysia
Over 68,000 PwDs secured private sector jobs since 2023: Ramanan
More than 68,000 persons with disabilities have been placed in private sector jobs since 2023, says Minister Ramanan.
Football
Paraguay condemns senator for racist Mbappe remarks
Paraguay's government condemns a senator's racist remarks against France's Kylian Mbappe, saying they do not represent the nation.
Malaysia
Graduate underemployment rises to 1.6 million, government targets reduction to 30% by 2030
The skill-related underemployment rate among graduates stood at 36.1% in 2024, with the government aiming to reduce the figure to 30% by 2030.
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MGBF Golden Quill Media Awards honours 17 media representatives
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Ewan outsmarts Bennett to win Tour stage three as Alaphilippe retains lead
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OP Ambang Merdeka: Five nabbed for gambling
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Police arrest Camry driver in hit-and-run viral video
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Hong Kong starts mass virus testing as China distrust swirls
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