Tag: Selangor
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Malaysia Hypermarket Beer Display Sparks Online Debate Over Muslim Sensitivity in Rawang
Rising Tensions Over Beer Display in Rawang Hypermarket A Malaysian woman sparked a fiery online debate after asking whether a beer display at a hypermarket in Rawang, Selangor, could be considered insensitive to Muslim shoppers. The incident occurred at a store that is widely frequented by families and commuters, and it quickly became a talking…
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Selangor’s Dengue Downturn: 61% Decline in Cases and Nearly Halved Deaths in 2025
Overview: A Promising Public Health Milestone for Selangor Selangor has reported a remarkable improvement in its battle against dengue fever, with a 61% decrease in reported cases in 2025 compared to 2024. The number of dengue-related deaths also dropped by nearly 50%, signaling the effectiveness of a coordinated public health strategy and sustained community engagement.…
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Selangor Achieves 61% Drop in Dengue Cases as Deaths Halve, State Exco Announces
Selangor Records Dramatic Fall in Dengue Incidence The Selangor state government announced a remarkable reduction in dengue fever cases for the past year, with a 61 percent decline compared with 2024. Public Health and Environment Exco member Jamaliah Jamaluddin credited a multi-pronged strategy for driving down both infections and fatalities. What Contributed to the Decline…
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Selangor Dengue Drop: 61% Fall in Cases, Deaths Halved
Significant Decline in Dengue Activity in Selangor Selangor has reported a dramatic reduction in dengue fever cases, with a 61% decrease in incidents last year compared to 2024. Public health officials said the declines also extended to fatalities, which were nearly halved, signaling a substantial improvement in the state’s battle against a long-standing mosquito-borne health…
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Living Echoes: Life of Kg Papan’s Elderly Residents
Introduction: A Quiet Village, A Distant Echo of the Past The streets of Kg Papan in Klang, Selangor, carry a slower rhythm. Beyond the rumble of distant traffic and the bustle of stalls, a small, tightly knit community of elderly residents lives in a cluster of compact rooms. These living spaces—just 8-by-8 feet each—are a…
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Life of Kg Papan’s Elderly Residents: Quiet Resilience in Klang
Introduction: A Quiet Village, A Hidden Story Kg Papan, a small settlement tucked on the outskirts of Klang in Selangor, is often overlooked in discussions about Malaysia’s urbanization. The village’s quiet streets and modest homes cradle a generation of elderly residents who have watched waves of change sweep through decades. Their lives tell a story…
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Life in Kg Papan: A Glimpse into the Elderly Residents’ Quiet Existence
Introduction: A Quiet Corner of Klang The streets of Kg Papan in Klang, Selangor, unfold at a gentle pace. Beyond the rumble of distant traffic and the bustle of informal stalls, life here moves in measured steps. Three compact blocks of 8-by-8-foot rooms sit on a lot off a dusty access road, nearby a pile…
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Landslide Fears in Ampang Jaya: Overdevelopment, Environment, and Community Action
Rising Concerns in Ampang Jaya In Ampang Jaya, Selangor, residents are increasingly alarmed by the pace of hillslope development and its potential to trigger landslides. The rapid transformation of the landscape, driven by housing projects, commercial sites, and infrastructure upgrades, has sparked a broader debate about environmental stewardship, safety, and sustainable urban growth. Community groups,…
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Ampang Jaya’s Landslide Fears intensify amid hillside projects and environmental concerns
Growing Concern Over Hillside Development in Ampang Jaya Residents of Ampang Jaya, Selangor, are increasingly worried about the safety and sustainability of hillside development. As urban growth accelerates, concerns about landslides, soil stability, and the long-term environmental impact of new projects have taken center stage. Local communities, environmental groups, and some stakeholders are demanding stricter…
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Landslide Fears Shake Ampang Jaya Amid Overdevelopment
Growing Unease in Ampang Jaya as Hillslope Projects Proliferate In Ampang Jaya, Selangor, concerns over landslides and environmental degradation have moved from the periphery of public discourse to the center of community action. Residents and local stakeholders say that rapid development, particularly on hillsides, is heightening vulnerability to soil movement, flooding, and long-term ecological damage.…