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Inconsistent Public Transport Drives Passengers Away

Jan 05, 2026

Inconsistent arrival times and unclear information during service disruptions have been identified as the main reasons why people don’t use public buses.

These were among the findings of the Khazanah Research Institute’s study of public transport usage in the greater Klang Valley area.

It also found that many who opt to drive, do so because of the certainty in travel time compared to disruption-prone public transport services.

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The Defense Ministry has ordered an immediate internal investigation into viral allegations involving several military camps.

It says it must first determine whether the accusations are true, adding that stern action will be taken if there is any wrongdoing.

This comes after claims started circulating on social media about the entry of unauthorized individuals and immoral activities within military facilities.

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Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim says the US military action on Venezuela and the capture of president Nicolas Maduro is a clear violation of international law and the unlawful use of force against a sovereign state.

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The Education Ministry says the implementation of a new pre-school curriculum and the launch of an Education Development Plan, are among its key priorities for 2026.

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Temple officials in Penang say they’re expecting over a million devotees and tourists at this year’s Thaipusam celebration in the state, with detailed preparations being made to cater to the influx of visitors.