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Malaysians are the worst when it comes to carpooling

Nov 04, 2019

Malaysians are the worst when it comes to carpooling.

A survey by the Centre for Governance and Political Studies has found that almost 90 percent of Msians in the Klang Valley are alone in their vehicles, when travelling to work.

This means that we have one of the highest single-driver commuter rates in the world.

Many respondents say they prefer to drive alone to gather their thoughts, listen to their favourite podcasts or even favourite music.

They are also more comfortable driving alone.

Free school bus service in Kuching

Image: M Star

Sarawak is introducing a free school bus service in Kuching next year.

Its Chief Minister says the service will use the hop-on, hop-off concept, in which students can hop on the bus at any point along the route and get off at their respective schools.

The service will be expanded to other cities like Bintulu, Miri and Sibu, when the need arises.

Taj Mahal gets air purifier 

Image: India Times

Air quality in many areas of New Delhi, India has deteriorated to hazardous levels, with the potential to cause respiratory illnesses.

Local authorities add, that poor visibility had also caused more than 30 flights to be diverted yesterday.

Meanwhile, an air purifier has been deployed at the famed Taj Mahal, to save the iconic monument.