![Malaysia becomes first country to complete all E-Haj system contracts Malaysia becomes first country to complete all E-Haj system contracts](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-05/81715657716_Nusuk.jpg)
Malaysia becomes first country to complete all E-Haj system contracts
The E-Haj encompasses services and facilities such as accommodation tents, air conditioning, food and drink, transportation of pilgrims.
Tue May 14 2024
![Thai buses allowed to enter Malaysia, but must obtain permits - Loke Thai buses allowed to enter Malaysia, but must obtain permits - Loke](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-05/71715583364_tbAnthonyLoke.jpg)
Thai buses allowed to enter Malaysia, but must obtain permits - Loke
Tour bus operators must furnish complete information, including details of tour package, number of passengers and location of accommodation.
Mon May 13 2024
![Negligence among reasons for employers' failure to provide proper workers' accommodation - JTKNS Negligence among reasons for employers' failure to provide proper workers' accommodation - JTKNS](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-02/71709179803_AngryEmployer.jpg)
Negligence among reasons for employers' failure to provide proper workers' accommodation - JTKNS
Employers' negligence and profit-driven mindset are cited as reasons why they fail to provide conducive living space for their workers, according to the Negeri Sembilan Labour Department (JTKNS).
Thu Feb 29 2024
![PM approves RM25 mln for additional blocks of UPSI student accommodation PM approves RM25 mln for additional blocks of UPSI student accommodation](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-12/61703142669_TBUPSIjpg.jpg)
PM approves RM25 mln for additional blocks of UPSI student accommodation
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said he had instructed the finance ministry to ensure the allocation is approved before the end of the year.
Thu Dec 21 2023
![Singapore tops list of costliest cities for goods, services aimed at the wealthy Singapore tops list of costliest cities for goods, services aimed at the wealthy](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2020-06/51592272109_TBSingapore.jpg)
Singapore tops list of costliest cities for goods, services aimed at the wealthy
Demand for accommodation is high, school places are at a premium, and the general cost of living for everyone is high in Singapore.
Tue Jun 20 2023
![Polemics of Anwar's Saudi Arabia visit does not reflect true picture - Wisma Putra Polemics of Anwar's Saudi Arabia visit does not reflect true picture - Wisma Putra](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-02/71676646440_wismaputra.jpg)
Polemics of Anwar's Saudi Arabia visit does not reflect true picture - Wisma Putra
The Malaysian delegation was accorded full national guest status, including the provision of vehicles, accommodation and security coverage.
Tue Mar 28 2023
![Turkish families shelter on a train after earthquake brought life to a standstill Turkish families shelter on a train after earthquake brought life to a standstill](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-03/81677753117_TURKEY.jpg)
Turkish families shelter on a train after earthquake brought life to a standstill
Authorities have been racing to find accommodation for the more than 1.5 million people left homeless after February's huge earthquakes.
Thu Mar 02 2023
![Qatar donates World Cup accommodation to quake survivors Qatar donates World Cup accommodation to quake survivors](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-02/71676292153_cabins.jpg)
Qatar donates World Cup accommodation to quake survivors
The caravans, originally used for soccer fans during the 2022 World Cup, will be used to house those left homeless by the quake.
Tue Feb 14 2023
![Foreign workers' accomodation must be comfortable, employers told Foreign workers' accomodation must be comfortable, employers told](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-01/61674633307_MenteriSumberManus.jpg)
Foreign workers' accomodation must be comfortable, employers told
KSM has issued a warning to employers nationwide to ensure that the accommodation of foreign workers is always comfortable, and not like a buffalo or cattle pen.
Wed Jan 25 2023
![Kedah govt to continue paying rental fee for Baling flood victims Kedah govt to continue paying rental fee for Baling flood victims](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-01/71672904949_TNMBKEDAH.jpg)
Kedah govt to continue paying rental fee for Baling flood victims
The Kedah government will continue paying the rental fee for temporary accommodations of flood and water surge victims in Baling last July.
Thu Jan 05 2023
![850 convicts employed in Kelantan under CSI programme 850 convicts employed in Kelantan under CSI programme](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-05/71622182686_rogolbfot.jpg)
850 convicts employed in Kelantan under CSI programme
Mat Yaacob said the prisoners involved are paid minimum wage along with Manpower Department approved accommodations.
Wed Dec 07 2022
![BNM lifts overnight policy rate by 25 basis points to 2.75 pct as expected BNM lifts overnight policy rate by 25 basis points to 2.75 pct as expected](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-09/71664526658_bajet.jpg)
BNM lifts overnight policy rate by 25 basis points to 2.75 pct as expected
BNM has raised the OPR by 25 basis points to 2.75 pct, the fourth consecutive hike since May this year as the central bank's MPC decided to further adjust the degree of monetary accommodation.
Thu Nov 03 2022
![Hong Kong will scrap COVID hotel quarantine from Sept. 26 Hong Kong will scrap COVID hotel quarantine from Sept. 26](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-09/81663926223_HongKong.jpg)
Hong Kong will scrap COVID hotel quarantine from Sept. 26
All international arrivals will be able to return home or to accommodation of their choice but will have to self-monitor for three days.
Fri Sep 23 2022
![Kedah floods: Temporary homes for victims who have lost their houses Kedah floods: Temporary homes for victims who have lost their houses](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-07/81657023281_banjir.jpg)
Kedah floods: Temporary homes for victims who have lost their houses
The Kedah state government will provide temporary accommodation to the victims of nine houses that were destroyed by floods in Kupang near Baling, yesterday.
Tue Jul 05 2022
![Dozens of flights cancelled cause chaos at Lisbon Airport Dozens of flights cancelled cause chaos at Lisbon Airport](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-07/71656818075_HumbertoDelgadoAir.jpg)
Dozens of flights cancelled cause chaos at Lisbon Airport
Sixty-five flights were cancelled on Saturday at Lisbon airport, causing long queues and thousands of passengers without accommodation and alternative solutions.
Sun Jul 03 2022