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Targeted Toll Exemption Under Review

Jan 23, 2025

The targeted toll exemption for festive seasons is currently under review by the government.

The PM says authorities are working out the best mechanism to carry this out, adding that what’s important is ensuring that only the B40 and M40 groups get to enjoy free tolls.

Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim also reiterated that the government cannot continue subsidizing things like tolls, fuel and electricity for those who are wealthy and can afford to pay full prices.

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80 out of the 500-plus kids rescued from GISB welfare homes last year have yet to return to their parents.

The Women, Family and Community Development Ministry says that while its satisfied that most of the children are back with their families, its hoping that the remaining kids will be claimed soon.

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The Customs Department will review its internal procedures and processes at the KLIA Free Commercial Zone.

This, following the arrest of six of its personnel by the MACC for allegedly accepting bribes to work with a vape smuggling syndicate.

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The Met Department has forecast a monsoon surge from this coming Sunday to next Thursday, potentially causing continuous heavy rain in Sabah and Sarawak.

This, as the number of flood evacuees in Sarawak dropped slightly to 90, with the victims seeking shelter at an evacuation center in Betong.

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The Communications Ministry says an Online Safety Campaign will be conducted this year, including at primary and secondary schools to ensure safer internet usage for all segments of society.

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Elsewhere, South Korean investigators are recommending that impeached president Yoon Suk Yeol be charged with insurrection and abuse of power over his attempt to declare martial law last month.

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And, US president Donald Trump has threatened to impose high tariffs and further sanctions on Russia, if Vladimir Putin does not end the war in Ukraine.