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Selangor To Decide On Vape Ban Soon

May 27, 2025

The Selangor government is set to make a decision soon, on the proposal to ban the sale of vapes and e-cigarettes in the state.

The MB says an announcement could be made in the coming weeks after further discussions.

If the move is approved, Selangor will join Terengganu, Perlis, Kedah, Johor and Kelantan in banning vape sales in the respective states.

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The rationalization of RON95 fuel subsidies will likely be implemented in the second half of the year.

The Finance Ministry says it’s currently focused on identifying the groups that will be eligible to receive the subsidies.

The government is also considering the use of the MyKad as a mechanism for implementing the move.

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The WhatsApp account of Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail was hacked yesterday.

The Ministry confirmed the breach, adding that the matter has been reported to authorities.

It also warned the public to be careful if they receive messages or calls from anyone impersonating the minister, especially in cases involving financial matters.

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Southeast Asian leaders at the ASEAN Summit haves signed the KL Declaration on the Asean Community Vision 2045, a roadmap that’ll focus on the bloc’s advancement over the next two decades.

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The Health Ministry is conducting constant monitoring of the recent rise in Covid-19 and hand foot and mouth disease cases nationwide, with staff on alert and prepared for any eventuality.

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And dozens of people have been hurt, including some who suffered serious injuries, after a man drove a car into a crowd of Liverpool supporters, during the club's Premier League title celebrations.

The 53-year-old driver has been arrested, with police saying the incident is not terror[1]related.