Drive Worry-Free This Raya - 10 things to check before you 'balik kampung'
Get your car Raya-ready with these easy tips!
Thu Apr 20 2023
Raya exodus: PLUS anticipates two million vehicles a day on highway network
According to PLUS, the peak days are from April 20 to 21, 24 to 25, April 29 to May 1, and from May 4 to 7.
Tue Apr 11 2023
Aidiladha "balik kampung" rush in full swing Saturday morning
The "balik kampung" rush out of the heavily-populated Klang Valley ahead of the Aidiladha celebration tomorrow was in full swing this morning.
Sat Jul 09 2022
'Balik kampung' to Kota Kinabalu an act of hope, respect and affection - Australia's FM Penny Wong
Wong said her story is a Malaysian story as well as an Australian story, the experience of migration so many Australians shared.
Thu Jun 30 2022
KTMB urged to continue with festive season special train service
KTMB has been urged to continue the special express train service offered during the festive season to reduce traffic congestion in Kelantan during the "balik kampung" exodus.
Sun May 08 2022
Sweet, meaningful Aidilfitri celebrations after two years apart
This year's Aidilfitri celebration is very meaningful for 'perantau' (those working away from their hometowns) who have been unable to 'balik kampung' for the past two years.
Mon May 02 2022
Slow-moving traffic on several major highways this morning
Traffic is reported to have picked up on several highways and main roads to the north, south and east coast of the peninsula this morning as more people return to their hometowns.
Sun May 01 2022
Increasingly heavier traffic reported on highways and major roads
Heavy traffic has continued to build up on highways and major roads to the north, south and east coast of the peninsula, as the Hari Raya ''balik kampung'' exodus picks up pace.
Sat Apr 30 2022
Public transport a popular choice to 'balik kampung' for raya
After two years of celebrating Hari Raya Aidilfitri during the MCO period, this year's celebration is indeed highly anticipated by Malaysians looking to return to their respective hometowns.
Sat Apr 30 2022
90,000 train tickets still on sale for 'balik kampung' raya
A total of 89,976 train tickets are still available at Keretapi Tanah Melayu Berhad (KTMB) to meet the demand of Malaysians returning to their hometowns for the Raya holidays.
Fri Apr 29 2022
PLUS advises users to enter highway before 10 am, adhere to travel schedule
PLUS has advised motorists from Klang Valley returning to their hometowns far away from April 29 to May 2 for the Aidilfitri celebration to enter the highway before 10 am.
Sun Apr 24 2022
Balik kampung express bus tickets selling fast
Express bus tickets to all destinations in Peninsular Malaysia are selling fast as Muslims prepare to celebrate Aidilfitri in less than two weeks.
Wed Apr 20 2022
Malaysians can 'balik kampung' to celebrate Aidilfitri - Ismail Sabri
The government is sticking to its stand to allow Malaysians to 'balik kampung' to celebrate Aidilfitri, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob.
Sat Apr 16 2022
Aidilfitri exodus: Homestays in big demand
Homestays have become a popular choice for KLites who will be joining the balik kampung exodus to celebrate Aidilfiri with their families and loved ones in their hometowns.
Sat Apr 16 2022
Aidilfitri: PLUS anticipates two million vehicles during peak days
PLUS advises motorists to plan their 'balik kampung' travel times during Aidilfitri as two million vehicles are expected to ply the highways between April 29 and May 9.
Thu Apr 14 2022
Google, Meta urge Australia to delay bill on social media ban for children
Google and Meta says the government should wait for the results of an age-verification trial before going ahead.
Tue Nov 26 2024
Judge tosses Trump 2020 election case after prosecutors' request
It represents a big legal victory for Donald Trump, who won the Nov. 5 US election and is set to return to office on Jan. 20.
Tue Nov 26 2024
DHL plane crash in Lithuania leaves authorities searching for answers
Rescue services said the plane hit the ground, split into pieces and slid over 100 metres (110 yards).
Tue Nov 26 2024
National squad to hold friendly matches for 2025 Indoor Hockey World Cup
The warm-up matches will involve matches against better ranked teams in the world, namely Austria (first) and Belgium (third).
Tue Nov 26 2024
G7 seeks unity on ICC arrest warrant for Netanyahu
The United States, part of the G7, has rejected the ICC decision, with President Joe Biden describing it as outrageous.
Tue Nov 26 2024
Francissca Peter remembers Tan Sri Ahmad Nawab: A tribute to a musical legend
A legend who has influenced our music for decades, was one of the highlights of my career, says Francissca Peter.
Tue Nov 26 2024
TikTok decision coming soon as Jan. 19 divestment deadline looms
Judges are reviewing TikTok's challenge to a law requiring ByteDance to sell its US assets by Jan. 19 or face a ban.
Tue Nov 26 2024
Lebanese sources: Biden, Macron set to announce Israel-Hezbollah truce
In Washington, White House national security spokesperson John Kirby said, "We're close" but "nothing is done until everything is done".
Tue Nov 26 2024
PM meets chaebol tycoon to attract more FDI to Malaysia
Chaebols are prominent figures from South Korea's family-owned conglomerates.
Tue Nov 26 2024
Govt won't allow non-citizen vehicles to enjoy RON95 subsidy - Economy Ministry
The implementation of the RON95 subsidy in 2025 is expected to provide savings of RM3.6 billion to government expenditure.
Tue Nov 26 2024