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Bookings for budget hotels typically began to rise about two weeks before Hari Raya, with a noticeable surge occurring a week before the celebration. Photo for illustrative purposes only - Canva

As the last lights of Hari Raya Aidilfitri twinkle out and kitchens cool from the festive rush, many Malaysians are left facing a sobering reality: emptying wallets and depleted savings. Photo: Edited via Canva

Garments are priced between RM60 and RM280, depending on the fabric and design, using materials such as cotton poplin, Maserati, viscose, satin and tencel satin. - Bernama photo

Malaysians look for authentic flavours, meaningful stories and a connection to Malaysia’s culinary heritage during Ramadan hotel buffet. Photo illustrated via Canva.

Mohamad Zainul Hilmi, who was born and raised in Kuala Lumpur, also manages his own breeding programme, hatching eggs on-site. - Bernama photo

Bahraini police cordon off the area outside the damaged Crown Plaza hotel, following an Iranian military strike, in Manama on March 1, 2026. - (Photo by FADHEL MADAN / AFP)

A person holds placards and chants slogans as they rally during a protest against US military action in Iran in New York City, on March 2, 2026. - (Photo by RYAN MURPHY / AFP)

The Tourism, Arts and Culture Ministry is urging hotels to offer tourists a minimum 23-hour stay to boost the appeal of Visit Malaysia 2026, the Dewan Rakyat was told. Photo for illustrative purposes only - Canva

Tourists gather by the eagle statue at Dataran Lang, in Malaysia's resort island of Langkawi on January 18, 2025. (Photo by MOHD RASFAN / AFP)

Rachel Fournier, who has requested medical assistance in dying due to a brain tumor, gazes at framed family photos at a palliative care center in Boucherville, Quebec Province, Canada. Photo by Sebastien ST-Jean/AFP