DAP leader says Fadhlina Sidek should not behave like a 'PAS education minister'.

Former Petaling Jaya MP accuses politicians who attack PAS for criticising beer companies sponsoring Chinese schools of double standards.

It says this is to ensure that Muslim customers can shop and dine without apprehension.

Deputy Finance Minister Steven Sim says the authorities will continue their efforts to combat the smuggling of cigarettes and alcohol to curb the leakage of tax revenue.

Questions will also be asked about the rise in child abuse cases at childcare centres, the large-scale smart padi field programme and the ringgit.

By default, British alcohol duties are designed to rise in line with inflation.

The Qatar World Cup is the first to be held in a Muslim country, presenting unique challenges for organisers of an event sponsored by a major beer brand and often associated with beer-drinking fans.

Britain is seeking to negotiate trade deals around the world after it left the European Union, but new trade minister Kemi Badenoch has also indicated that she wants to remove other barriers to trade.

The popularity of low- and non-alcoholic drinks has risen worldwide, accelerated by the pandemic, which led many people to be more health conscious.

The trend contributes to a pattern of affluent consumers spending big on luxury items following the Covid-19 pandemic.

Numerous reports say Tory MP Chris Pincher has been accused of groping two men in front of others at the private members Carlton Club in central London, prompting complaints to the Conservative party.

The drinks promotion at the 'Holywings' chain prompted a police investigation after complaints by religious groups.