The subsidy policy of RON95 gasoline has always been a controversial issue in Malaysia and it has recently turned into a more critical juncture. The new policy has just been implemented by the federal government, which considerably decreases the monthly quota for fuel subsidy of eligible citizens. The initial amount of the quota is 300 litres, which will be reduced to 200 litres from April 2026. The subsidised retail price of the fuel is still the same at RM1.99/litre, but th

Walking into any popular shopping district in Malaysia, it is easy to spot groups of young people lingering in front of blind box vending machines and specialty stores. Many students spend minutes shaking, tilting and comparing boxes, determined to pick the “lucky one.” Even on school days, young buyers return repeatedly, chasing the thrill hidden inside each sealed package. While blind boxes are marketed as casual collectible toys, the trend has slowly turned into an addic

The Malaysian government recently announced that it would gradually abolish diesel subsidies, which is expected to push up transportation and operating costs, causing widespread concern among small businesses about rising operating pressure. As the policy enters the implementation stage, its impact on grass-roots economic entities is gradually emerging. "In the past, the cost of one-time goods could be controlled, but now that the oil price has risen, even the number of purch

As the competition in the various fields becomes higher, many university students are having trouble finding internships. This picture conveys that student internships are a challenge. resource: https://technologyengineeringblog.mystrikingly.com/blog/common-challeng es-during-internships-read-more-arya-college Internships are not only a requirement for the final year students, but also an important step towards their professional life. But many students complain tha

Hong Kong — On November 26, a massive fire broke out at the Wang Fuk Court housing complex in Tai Po, engulfing seven residential buildings. As of 10th December, authorities have confirmed at least 160 deaths with victims ranging in age from 1 to 97 years old. Some remain missing, and the death toll may rise further. This stands as Hong Kong’s most devastating fire in more than 60 years, triggering citywide mourning and an ongoing storm of accountability. Firefighters spray w