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Guan Eng Announces 10% SST For Sales, 6% For Services

Jacie Tan

- 16th July 2018

The Finance Minister has announced that the bill setting the SST rate at 10% for sales and 6% for services is expected to be passed next month.

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0% GST, But Some Mamak Restaurants Are Still Increasing Their Prices

Jacie Tan

- 16th July 2018

GST has been zero-rated, so why are there mamak outlets who are raising their prices instead?

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(Updated) Tealive Still Has To Close Down As Stay Of Execution Is Dismissed

Jacie Tan

- 16th July 2018

After the Court of Appeal dismissed Tealive’s application for a stay of execution, the Federal Court granted it on 16 July.

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Leveling the Playing Field: Government Announces Regulations To E-Hailing Services, Just Like Taxis

Jacie Tan

- 13th July 2018

Grab and other e-hailing services will now have to play an even game with rival taxi companies as the Ministry of Transport rolls out new regulations.

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Can The New Samsung Yearly Upgrade Program Save You Money?

Pang Tun Yau

- 13th July 2018

Samsung has announced a new device upgrade program for its flagship smartphone. But does the Samsung Yearly Upgrade Program actually save you money?

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Unifi Basic, Unifi Turbo Boost, 2x Streamyx Speeds, And More: What TM Announced To Boost Malaysian Internet

Pang Tun Yau

- 12th July 2018

TM has finally answered the Government's call for faster and cheaper internet access, offering massive speed upgrades for Unifi and Streamyx customers.

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How to Build Good Credit With or Without a Credit Card

RinggitPlus

- 12th July 2018

It's important to have good credit if you want to be able to take out big loans. Here is our quick guide to building good credit with or without a credit card!

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Some Malaysians Are Using Taxis Again Because Grab Prices Are Too High

Brian Chung

- 11th July 2018

Passengers complained that the prices for the services provided by Grab are more expensive than that of the taxis. Read on to see how this article will affect your budget.

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Mr DIY Opens Online Store, Offers Special Promotions and Discounts

Jacie Tan

- 10th July 2018

MR DIY has launched its online store, along with promotions and shop-and-win contests. Could this be a good thing or a bad thing for your wallet?

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All Government Agencies To Have Childcare Centres By 2019

Brian Chung

- 10th July 2018

After the shocking discovery of a five month old baby's body in a babysitter's freezer, the Government has announced that all government agencies will be equipped with childcare facilities by Jan 2019.