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Penalise or sanction firms that fail to honour awards, urge groups

1 month ago | thestar.com.my | Allison Lai |Martin Carvalho |Venesa Devi

PETALING JAYA: Many consumers who win awards in the Consumer Tribunal run into another problem – businesses do not honour the awards handed down by the tribunal. Consumer rights groups want stern action against those who refuse to honour awards. They should be blacklisted or have their licences suspended, said Federation of Malaysian Consumers Association’s chief executive officer Saravanan Thambirajah.
No sum too petty to consider

1 month ago | thestar.com.my | Allison Lai |Martin Carvalho |Venesa Devi

Disputes over amount as small as 95sen have reached Consumer Claims TribunalPETALING JAYA: From a 95sen train ticket to RM26.77 clothing, no amount is too small when filing a claim with the Consumer Claims Tribunal. Aimed at empowering and protecting consumers, the tribunal has seen many changes with amendments made to consumer laws throughout the years. “All the amendments were done to improve consumer experiences,” the tribunal said in a written reply to The Star.
More durian exports this year

1 month ago | thestar.com.my | Allison Lai |Junaid Ibrahim |Shyafiq Dzulkifli

Fama: Up to 25% increase with higher demand from ChinaPETALING JAYA: The Federal Agricultural Marketing Authority (Fama) projects a 20% to 25% increase in durian exports this year due to heightened demand from China. Also, growers say that China’s recent restrictions on fresh durian imports from Vietnam and Thailand will further boost demand for Malaysian durian. Cultivation is also being expanded to more states, which will allow for the fruit to be produced all year round.
Analysts say new US regulations on importing of advanced chips for data centres ‘unclear’

Jan 14, 2025 | thestar.com.my | Allison Lai

PETALING JAYA: Malaysian companies building data centres must adhere to strict US compliance standards. Otherwise, they risk being affected by proposed broad-brush US policies aimed at non-compliant entities, say interest groups. But more clarity from the United States is necessary on its latest three-tiered restrictions on advanced chip exports, they added.
So hard to do, say businessmen as many still struggle to understand self-billed e-invoices

Jan 14, 2025 | thestar.com.my | Allison Lai

PETALING JAYA: With the end of the e-invoicing relaxation period fast approaching, businesses are voicing concerns about the complexities of self-billed e-invoices. They said the requirement to issue these invoices for transactions involving foreign sellers and non-invoicing local parties has raised significant challenges, prompting calls to extend the relaxation deadline.
Tip the scales in consumers’ favour

Jan 12, 2025 | thestar.com.my | Allison Lai

PETALING JAYA: It’s a fairly common practice – you go to the supermarket and buy some chicken breast slices or salmon fillets, which are neatly packed on a plastic tray with cling wrap and an absorbent pad. The label would state the weight and price. Most buyers would not spare this much thought, but the weight of the fresh produce would likely include the packaging weight, which then impacts the final pricing.
Dance floor dynamo’s meteoric rise to the top

Jan 12, 2025 | thestar.com.my | Allison Lai

PETALING JAYA: Beneath the gentle exterior lies a fire waiting to ignite. For Cherry Yeo, that fire is unleashed on the dance floor, where she transforms into a whirlwind of movement and passion.
Here’s to longevity and luck

Jan 8, 2025 | thestar.com.my | Allison Lai

PETALING JAYA: Despite what people think, the snake zodiac sign has many positive traits.In addressing common misconceptions about the snake zodiac, Han Culture Centre Malaysia president Datuk Goh Hin San said in Chinese culture, snakes and turtles are symbols of longevity. Besides that, the snake also symbolises luck, fertility and wealth. “Hence, people often refer to snakes as ‘little dragons’ and a sign of respect,” he added.
‘Royal addendum - leave it to court’

Jan 7, 2025 | thestar.com.my | Allison Lai

KUALA LUMPUR: The government is leaving it to the court to decide on the royal addendum related to former prime minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak, says Fahmi Fadzil. The Communications Minister, who is also the government’s spokesman, said the government had followed the procedure in implementing the official order by the Pardons Board based on the documents received. “The details of the royal addendum, I believe, will be covered in court later.
Fahmi: Govt to discuss drug testing proposal

Jan 7, 2025 | thestar.com.my | Allison Lai

KUALA LUMPUR: The government is set to meet with the Arts, Live Festivals, and Events Association (Alife) to discuss a proposal mandating drug urine tests for concert-goers in Selangor, says Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil. Fahmi, who is also the government spokesperson, said the proposal is still in its preliminary stages and needs thorough consideration at the state level. “I have asked the association representing event organisers to submit their concerns in writing.