Why Johor is Malaysia’s 2026 investment apex
https://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2026/03/29/why-johor-is-malaysias-2026-investment-apex
For decades, the narrative surrounding Johor's property market was one of potential, a sleeping giant in the shadow of Singapore's skyline. But as of March 2026, that narrative has shifted from speculation to a high-velocity reality. Read full story (https://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2026/03/29/why-johor-is-malaysias-2026-investment-apex)
https://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2026/03/29/why-johor-is-malaysias-2026-investment-apex
For decades, the narrative surrounding Johor's property market was one of potential, a sleeping giant in the shadow of Singapore's skyline. But as of March 2026, that narrative has shifted from speculation to a high-velocity reality. Read full story (https://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2026/03/29/why-johor-is-malaysias-2026-investment-apex)
Hoteliers ramping up for health tourism invasion
https://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2026/03/29/hoteliers-ramping-up-for-health-tourism-invasion
The Malaysian hospitality sector has entered 2026 not just with momentum but with a fundamental shift in its DNA. Read full story (https://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2026/03/29/hoteliers-ramping-up-for-health-tourism-invasion)
https://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2026/03/29/hoteliers-ramping-up-for-health-tourism-invasion
The Malaysian hospitality sector has entered 2026 not just with momentum but with a fundamental shift in its DNA. Read full story (https://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2026/03/29/hoteliers-ramping-up-for-health-tourism-invasion)
PETRONAS denies involvement in reported Philippine fuel supply deal
https://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2026/03/29/petronas-denies-involvement-in-reported-philippine-fuel-supply-deal
KUALA LUMPUR: Petroliam Nasional Bhd (PETRONAS) has denied any involvement in a reported fuel supply deal involving a local government unit in the Philippines. Read full story (https://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2026/03/29/petronas-denies-involvement-in-reported-philippine-fuel-supply-deal)
https://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2026/03/29/petronas-denies-involvement-in-reported-philippine-fuel-supply-deal
KUALA LUMPUR: Petroliam Nasional Bhd (PETRONAS) has denied any involvement in a reported fuel supply deal involving a local government unit in the Philippines. Read full story (https://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2026/03/29/petronas-denies-involvement-in-reported-philippine-fuel-supply-deal)
Hawkish Fed bets, oil shock set to keep ringgit around 4.00 against US dollar next week
https://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2026/03/29/hawkish-fed-bets-oil-shock-set-to-keep-ringgit-around-400-against-us-dollar-next-week
KUALA LUMPUR: The ringgit is expected to trade around the 4.00 level against the US dollar next week, as expectations of a prolonged West Asia conflict weigh on the currency. Read full story (https://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2026/03/29/hawkish-fed-bets-oil-shock-set-to-keep-ringgit-around-400-against-us-dollar-next-week)
https://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2026/03/29/hawkish-fed-bets-oil-shock-set-to-keep-ringgit-around-400-against-us-dollar-next-week
KUALA LUMPUR: The ringgit is expected to trade around the 4.00 level against the US dollar next week, as expectations of a prolonged West Asia conflict weigh on the currency. Read full story (https://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2026/03/29/hawkish-fed-bets-oil-shock-set-to-keep-ringgit-around-400-against-us-dollar-next-week)
Govt will strengthen food system to ensure stable supply during Middle East conflict, says Mat Sabu
https://www.thestar.com.my/news/nation/2026/03/29/govt-will-strengthen-food-system-to-ensure-stable-supply-during-middle-east-conflict-says-mat-sabu
https://www.thestar.com.my/news/nation/2026/03/29/govt-will-strengthen-food-system-to-ensure-stable-supply-during-middle-east-conflict-says-mat-sabu
Youth leaders welcome HR Ministry initiatives, support commuter scheme, maternity protection
https://www.thestar.com.my/news/nation/2026/03/29/youth-leaders-welcome-hr-ministry-initiatives-support-commuter-scheme-maternity-protection
https://www.thestar.com.my/news/nation/2026/03/29/youth-leaders-welcome-hr-ministry-initiatives-support-commuter-scheme-maternity-protection
Govt maintains fuel subsidies to cushion impact of rising global oil prices
https://www.thestar.com.my/news/nation/2026/03/29/govt-maintains-fuel-subsidies-to-cushion-impact-of-rising-global-oil-prices
https://www.thestar.com.my/news/nation/2026/03/29/govt-maintains-fuel-subsidies-to-cushion-impact-of-rising-global-oil-prices
78 people in six states complete community service for littering
https://www.thestar.com.my/news/nation/2026/03/29/78-people-in-six-states-complete-community-service-for-littering
https://www.thestar.com.my/news/nation/2026/03/29/78-people-in-six-states-complete-community-service-for-littering
11 saved from house fire in Batang Kali
https://www.thestar.com.my/news/nation/2026/03/29/11-saved-from-house-fire-in-batang-kali
https://www.thestar.com.my/news/nation/2026/03/29/11-saved-from-house-fire-in-batang-kali
While Asia is vulnerable, China, Malaysia are buffered from oil shocks - JP Morgan analyst
https://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2026/03/29/china-malaysia-have-buffer-from-oil-shocks----jp-morgan-analyst
KUALA LUMPUR: A senior JP Morgan analyst says China and Malaysia stand out in Asia as markets that have some buffer from oil shocks due to their relative low reliance on oil imports. Read full story (https://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2026/03/29/china-malaysia-have-buffer-from-oil-shocks----jp-morgan-analyst)
https://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2026/03/29/china-malaysia-have-buffer-from-oil-shocks----jp-morgan-analyst
KUALA LUMPUR: A senior JP Morgan analyst says China and Malaysia stand out in Asia as markets that have some buffer from oil shocks due to their relative low reliance on oil imports. Read full story (https://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2026/03/29/china-malaysia-have-buffer-from-oil-shocks----jp-morgan-analyst)
Bushfires in central Sarawak under control, says Bomba
https://www.thestar.com.my/news/nation/2026/03/29/bushfires-in-central-sarawak-under-control-says-bomba
https://www.thestar.com.my/news/nation/2026/03/29/bushfires-in-central-sarawak-under-control-says-bomba
Thunderstorm, heavy rain warning issued for several states until 9pm (March 29)
https://www.thestar.com.my/news/nation/2026/03/29/thunderstorm-heavy-rain-warning-issued-for-several-states-until-9pm-march-29
https://www.thestar.com.my/news/nation/2026/03/29/thunderstorm-heavy-rain-warning-issued-for-several-states-until-9pm-march-29
The Star
Thunderstorm, heavy rain warning issued for several states until 9pm (March 29)
KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) has issued a warning of thunderstorms, heavy rain and strong winds in several areas in the Peninsula, Sarawak and Sabah until 9pm on Monday (March 30).
Kerian padi farmers concerned as planting season delayed due to deferred irrigation
https://www.thestar.com.my/news/nation/2026/03/29/kerian-padi-farmers-concerned-as-planting-season-delayed-due-to-deferred-irrigation
https://www.thestar.com.my/news/nation/2026/03/29/kerian-padi-farmers-concerned-as-planting-season-delayed-due-to-deferred-irrigation
The Star
Kerian padi farmers concerned as planting season delayed due to deferred irrigation
IPOH: Padi farmers in Kerian are expressing concern about the current hot weather, which is causing critical levels at the Bukit Merah Dam.
Man driving while intoxicated kills motorcyclist in Klang crash
https://www.thestar.com.my/news/nation/2026/03/29/man-driving-while-intoxicated-kills-motorcyclist-in-klang-crash
https://www.thestar.com.my/news/nation/2026/03/29/man-driving-while-intoxicated-kills-motorcyclist-in-klang-crash
The Star
Man driving while intoxicated kills motorcyclist in Klang crash
KLANG: A motorcyclist has been killed after a car driven by a man allegedly high on drugs and alcohol rammed into at high speed here.
Rompin air quality at unhealthy levels due to plantation fire
https://www.thestar.com.my/news/nation/2026/03/29/rompin-air-quality-at-unhealthy-levels-due-to-plantation-fire
https://www.thestar.com.my/news/nation/2026/03/29/rompin-air-quality-at-unhealthy-levels-due-to-plantation-fire
The Star
Rompin air quality at unhealthy levels due to plantation fire
KUANTAN: Air quality in Rompin remained at an unhealthy level on Sunday (March 29), with the Air Pollutant Index (API) recorded at 152 due to a fire at an oil palm plantation.
The tagal way to save nature
https://www.thestar.com.my/news/nation/2026/03/30/the-tagal-way-to-save-nature
https://www.thestar.com.my/news/nation/2026/03/30/the-tagal-way-to-save-nature
Chief Justice Wan Ahmad leads Sabah Governor’s honours list
https://www.thestar.com.my/news/nation/2026/03/30/chief-justice-wan-ahmad-leads-sabah-governors-honours-list
https://www.thestar.com.my/news/nation/2026/03/30/chief-justice-wan-ahmad-leads-sabah-governors-honours-list
UM accredited as Dental Education Centre by RCS England
https://www.thestar.com.my/news/nation/2026/03/30/um-accredited-asdental-education-centre-byrcs-england
https://www.thestar.com.my/news/nation/2026/03/30/um-accredited-asdental-education-centre-byrcs-england
Second round of cloud seeding to fill dams in Kedah
https://www.thestar.com.my/news/nation/2026/03/30/second-round-of-cloud-seeding-to-fill-dams-in-kedah
https://www.thestar.com.my/news/nation/2026/03/30/second-round-of-cloud-seeding-to-fill-dams-in-kedah
The Star
Second round of cloud seeding to fill dams in Kedah
PETALING JAYA: With the possibility of no rain in sight until April, a second round of cloud seeding may be carried out to fill dams in Kedah, which are running low due to the prolonged dry and hot spell affecting several northern states.
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