Households in Kuala Lumpur earn more than twice as much than those in Kelantan, according to the latest state-level data released by the Department of Statistics Malaysia (DOSM). The figures also show that half of Malaysia’s states and federal territories still have a median household income of below RM6,000 a month. Klang Valley households earn over RM10,000 According to DOSM’s Laporan Sosioekonomi Negeri 2025, Kuala Lumpur recorded the highest median monthly gross household income at…
For years, travellers flying from Australia or New Zealand to Europe often looked to airports like Singapore, Bangkok or Middle Eastern hubs for their layovers. But Kuala Lumpur appears to be getting a bigger slice of that traffic, with Malaysia Aviation Group saying more passengers are now choosing to transit through KL on their way to Europe. This comes as Malaysia Airlines’ Kuala Lumpur to London route records a load factor of more than 95%,…
A woman’s breakdown of her family’s monthly expenses has reignited debate online over whether T20 households are actually living comfortably despite being labelled “high income”. The discussion comes amid the government’s ongoing review of the proposed targeted RON95 fuel subsidy rationalisation, which could potentially affect higher-income groups such as the T5, T10, T15 or T20. ‘Most T20 households are two salaries combined’ In a viral Threads post, the woman shared her perspective on the reality…
A Chinese tourist recently sparked a discussion online after expressing confusion over the currency abbreviation used at a food stall in Kuala Lumpur. In a post now viral online, the tourist uploaded a photo of a menu board from a local eatery, where the prices were displayed using “RM”. However, the tourist questioned why the menu did not use “MYR”, which is Malaysia’s official currency code. Thought ‘RM’ meant Renminbi (RMB) In the post, the…
Selangor and Kuala Lumpur recorded the highest number of job losses in Malaysia in March, even as the country’s overall unemployment rate remained unchanged. According to the The Star, a research note by Hong Leong Investment Bank (HLIB) revealed that Selangor accounted for 29.3% of total loss of employment (LOE) cases, followed by Kuala Lumpur at 25.6%. The figures, based on data from the Social Security Organisation, highlight how the nation’s key economic hubs continue…
Moving to a bigger city often comes with the expectation of higher living costs. However, one Malaysian woman recently discovered the opposite after relocating from Johor Bahru (JB) to Kuala Lumpur. Her experience quickly caught the attention of many netizens online. Surprised by KL’s cheaper food prices In a post shared on Threads, the woman said she moved from Johor Bahru to Kuala Lumpur about four months ago and is currently living in the Melawati area. After spending…
Ireland’s women’s backstroke record holder Lottie Cullen continued her impressive run by claiming victory in the women’s 200m backstroke at a swimming meet in Kuala Lumpur this week. Cullen won the 19-and-above open category event at the Malaysian Invitational Age Group Swimming Championships held at the National Aquatic Centre in Bukit Jalil, clocking 2:14.47. The time would have been sufficient to secure gold at the Southeast Asian Games, highlighting her competitive standard at the regional…
Employees in Kuala Lumpur, Putrajaya and Labuan could be looking at up to two days off in February 2026 as the Federal Government has declared Thaipusam and Federal Territory Day as public holidays falling on Feb 1, 2026. With the public holidays falling on a Sunday, employees will receive replacement leave on Feb 2 and possibly Feb 3 as well. However, whether workers actually get two days off depends on two key conditions. Federal Territory…
Malaysia is known worldwide as a must visit destination for international tourists, especially for its iconic Petronas Twin Towers and countless cultural and natural attractions. While many foreigners who travel here often share glowing experiences and say they never want to leave, not everyone feels the same. One Russian tourist recently voiced a very different opinion about Malaysia. ‘I am not sure what to do here’ A Russian traveller, posting on Threads, expressed his disappointment…
A Malaysian man has drawn widespread attention after revealing that he spends 10 hours every day commuting between Perlis and Kuala Lumpur for work — all to earn a living. The man, who goes by the handle @bayhaki.sd on Threads, shared his grueling daily routine and asked netizens if such an arrangement was “normal.” Is it normal to commute from Perlis to Kuala Lumpur daily for work? I’m riding a modified Honda EX5 Dream. Just…
A 59-year-old man who had been secretly ferrying passengers at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) for the past three years finally ran out of luck. On Oct 4, he was arrested by Road Transport Department (JPJ) officers at KLIA Terminal 2 after allegedly trying to convince six Belgian tourists to ride in his Toyota Vellfire. The trip to their hotel in Kuala Lumpur city centre would have cost them RM225 — far above the usual…
As we all know, the internet’s favorite thing to do is jumping on trends and turning innocent posts into hilarious threads of comments Recently, a question posted by a netizen from China, who is preparing to study in Malaysia, on Xiaohongshu caught the attention of many Malaysians and sparked a wave of humorous reactions. Concerned about her return trip Do I need to bring my down jacket when studying in Malaysia?” The post asked. At…
What was supposed to be a quiet night along Jalan Tuanku Abdul Rahman (Jalan TAR) in KL turned chaotic when a group of unlicensed hawkers clashed with enforcement officers from Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) on Friday night (28 Mar). Tension escalates over balloon confiscation The incident, which has since gone viral on social media, reportedly began when DBKL officers launched a large-scale operation to crack down on unlicensed vendors operating in the area ahead…
Finding a city that offers both affordability and a great quality of life isn’t always easy, but Kuala Lumpur (KL) makes it possible. With a population of nearly 9.4 million, Malaysia’s capital is drawing more expatriates and digital nomads who want modern conveniences without sky-high costs. A study by HR and financial consulting firm Mercer ranks KL among the best cities for balancing low living costs with a comfortable lifestyle, making it an attractive option…
The government is considering implementing congestion charges in George Town, Kuala Lumpur, and Johor Bahru as part of efforts to ease traffic congestion, Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Federal Territories) Dr Zaliha Mustafa said yesterday(Feb 27). The proposal is still under study by the Malaysian Institute of Road Safety Research (MIROS) and the Malaysian Green Technology and Climate Change Corporation. READ ALSO: The study is evaluating factors such as the mechanism for implementing the…