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VEP still not fully enforced, Singapore drivers have ‘nothing to worry’ about for now: Malaysia’s transport minister
Automotive expert Muhd Raden Anwar – who is also chief executive officer for one of Malaysia’s biggest car rental players…
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Private orphanage in Johor ordered to close following rape, abuse allegations involving chairman
KULAI: A private orphanage in Kulai, Johor has been ordered to close temporarily after its chairman was arrested for alleged…
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Malaysia, Johor say no to reviewing raw water rates with Singapore for now
SINGAPORE: Malaysia and its southern Johor state will not be renegotiating raw water rates with Singapore yet, according to a…
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‘Flying off the shelves’: Vapes flourishing in Johor, even as more Malaysian states emulate its 2016 ban
He claimed to be unaware that vapes were banned in Johor. “I am just the manager of this store, but…
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Malaysia to expand QR code clearance to cars and lorries at Johor land checkpoints next year
SINGAPORE: Malaysian drivers and commuters will be able to cross between Johor and Singapore using QR codes instead of passports…
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More than just malls: Outdoor activities around JB to enjoy including hiking trails, nature parks, campsites and more
The funny thing about Singaporeans in Johor Bahru is how they tend to stick to the big malls and hover…
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2 foreign men fined for ‘indecent’ behaviour at unsanctioned fun run in Johor that drew thousands
JOHOR BAHRU: Two foreigners were sentenced to a fine of RM5,000 (US$1,168) each after they pleaded guilty to dressing inappropriately…
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Johor reverting to Saturday and Sunday weekends from Jan 1, 2025
SINGAPORE: Johor’s weekend days off will be changed to Saturday and Sunday from Jan 1 next year, Johor regent Tunku…
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Cheaper energy and water, abundant land make Johor a magnet for data centre operators
BOOM IN DATA CENTRES More than a dozen data centre facilities are currently in operation in Johor. Singapore-based Princeton Digital Group…
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Malaysia delays enforcement of VEP; Singapore vehicles without tag can still enter from Oct 1 but will get reminder
JOHOR BAHRU: Foreign-registered vehicles yet to install Vehicle Entry Permit (VEP) tags by the Oct 1 deadline will still be…
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