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The Ministry of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living (KPDN) has urged the public to be the eyes and ears of the ministry and report shortages of bottled cooking oil in their areas.

For years, families in these villages relied on diesel generators, but the high cost of fuel and maintenance meant electricity was a luxury.

Kuala Lumpur’s worsening traffic congestion is costing Malaysia RM20 billion annually, according to a 2020 Prasarana study. Now, the government is considering a congestion charge—a fee imposed on vehicles using certain roads at peak hours—it’s expected to reduce traffic by an estimated 20%. But will it work? How will it be implemented? And will it place an unfair burden on road users? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks with Associate Professor Dr Law Teik Hua, Head of the Road Safety Research Centre under Universiti Putra Malaysia.

Kuala Lumpur’s worsening traffic congestion is costing Malaysia RM20 billion annually, according to a 2020 Prasarana study. Now, the government is considering a congestion charge—a fee imposed on vehicles using certain roads at peak hours—it’s expected to reduce traffic by an estimated 20%. But will it work? How will it be implemented? And will it place an unfair burden on road users? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks with Dr Hizal Hanis Hashim, Head of Corporate Communications and Knowledge Management at the Malaysian Institute for Road Safety Research (MIROS).

1MDB withdraws its suit against Riza Shahriz for the alleged misappropriation of USD 248 million to finance movies and real estate.

Elon Musk says he is operating transparently in his cost-cutting effort.

Hawkers have long been an essential part of Malaysia’s street food culture and informal economy. But they’re facing mounting challenges—from rising costs, to a lack of successors. A new discussion paper by Khazanah Research Institute examines the historical evolution of these small-scale traders, and the policy gaps that leave them vulnerable. How can Malaysia better support its hawker economy? What can we learn from Singapore’s policy efforts and government support that led to hawker culture being officially recognised on UNESCO’s Intangible Cultural Heritage list? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks with Professor Lily Kong, President of Singapore Management University and author of ‘Singapore Hawker Centres: People, Places, Food’.

Hawkers have long been an essential part of Malaysia’s street food culture and informal economy. But they’re facing mounting challenges—from rising costs, to a lack of successors. A new discussion paper by Khazanah Research Institute examines the historical evolution of these small-scale traders, and the policy gaps that leave them vulnerable. How can Malaysia better support its hawker economy? Should the government take a more active role in preserving and formalising this industry? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks with Dr Mohd Amirul Rafiq Abu Rahim, Senior Research Associate at Khazanah Research Institute and lead author of ‘Hawkers and Hawking Space in Malaysia: A Case Study’.

Halinda Haron says the rising cost of coconuts is the main challenge in dodol production.

Join us on Niaga Spotlight as we explore the financial challenges faced by low-income Muslim women in Malaysia under Sharia law. With high divorce rates and rising living costs, how can legal frameworks better protect women's rights to alimony, marital property, and post-divorce financial entitlements? We feature insights from a new report by Sisters In Islam & Merdeka Centre, with expert guests Ameena Siddiqi and Dara Waheda discussing policy solutions and enforcement strategies. Don't miss this crucial conversation on gender, law, and financial justice.

Malaysia’s medical cost inflation surged to 15% in 2024. Mun Kiat Ho from Mercer Marsh Benefits Malaysia shares insights on how employers can prioritise staff wellbeing amid escalating healthcare costs.

Lim Hui Ying says in some cases, treatment costs are higher for patients using guarantee letters than those who pay upfront before claiming.

The study measures damage to buildings, impact on lives, and the cost to "build back better," according to a joint statement.

The study measures damage to buildings, impact on lives, and the cost to "build back better," according to a joint statement.

Here is an explanation of some of the effects on human health caused by space travel.