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Transportation realities in Malaysia shape not only how families move but also how many children they decide to have. Photo illustrated by Sinar Daily

With vehicle prices remained high and public transport struggled to meet daily demands, more families were postponing or reconsidering parenthood to maintain financial stability. Photo: Canva

Transportation may not be the first topic couples consider when planning for children. Still, the rising costs of car ownership, from monthly repayments to upgrading to a family-sized vehicle, were becoming an essential factor.

A woman walks carrying a package atop her head as she and other displaced Palestinians receive food packages from a US-backed foundation pledging to distribute humanitarian aid in western Rafah in the southern Gaza Strip on May 27, 2025. - (Photo by AFP)

Economists say the targeted subsidy will benefit low and middle-income groups.

Malaysia University of Science and Technology (MUST) economics expert Professor Emeritus Dr Barjoyai Bardai stated that implementing targeted subsidies in the near term would be impossible.

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Amir, 47, is a member of the Sungai Petani Response Team volunteer squad that assisted authorities in relocating the grieving elephant. Photo: Mohd Amir Faizal's Facebook

Masks, hand hygiene, and physical distancing remain essential tools in avoiding infection, especially in crowded indoor settings where bacterial infections and airborne viruses may run rampant. Photo illustrated by Sinar Daily.

At ASN 2024, the world record holder in the men’s 72kg category was named National Paralympic Sportsman of the Year for the third time, following his wins in 2021 and 2023, thanks to his stellar performance in securing a second consecutive gold at the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games. - Bernama photo