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JOHOR BARU: The test-and-release method can be applied when reopening the border between Malaysia-Singapore, suggests Liew Chin Tong. The Johor DAP chief said that the reopening of the border between the two countries has been the main concern for businesses, especially SMEs in the state which were looking forward to recovering.“ Our suggestion is very simple, open the border and conduct the test-and-release method; if those who are passing through are negative for Covid-19, let them through wit

PETALING JAYA: Single mother Loh Siew Hong, who was reunited with her three children last week, is planning to start a food business in Klang as a way to save up for their education. Currently on unpaid leave as an assistant chef at a hotel in Genting Highlands, she said she is looking for a food truck or a place to set up a stall to kickstart her venture.“ I’ve always been passionate about cooking.... I studied culinary arts at a community college, ” said Loh, 35, who added that she had long w

Giant panda cub Le Le has been introduced to snow in China and seems to be having a “ beary ” good time after arriving there on Jan 16.... The Singapore-born cub is being quarantined in Huaying in Sichuan province and is under the care of the China Conservation and Research Centre for the Giant Panda, which will determine where his next home will be.... Le Le, who turns three years old in August, is expected to be quarantined for 30 days....

GEORGE TOWN: Durian fever is set to hit the nation with the king of fruits already in season in Malaysia. The country’s durian season unfolds in stages each year according to state, typically starting with Penang in May. Johor follows in June or July before it extends to Perak and Pahang in early July or in early August. Kelantan, Terengganu and Sabah follow by the end of July or in August, and the season ends in Sarawak at the end of August or in September. Vote for your favourite durian!... P