Chief Secretary Mohd Zuki Ali also urges civil servants to stay longer to attend the prime minister's speech and the Merdeka celebration tomorrow.

Tailor Helmaliza Md Isa finds her hands full during the month of August as she transforms the Jalur Gemilang into patriotic ensembles for children who will be taking part in National Day parades and Merdeka-themed activities at school.

The communications and digital minister, however, says the situation was not unique to Awesome TV, as several other companies were also eliminated from the parade.

The deputy prime minister says the agenda and theme of this year's celebration should be accepted and supported by all.

As the years go by and Malaysia continues to evolve, it is essential to remember the double standards and deviations that have marked the nation's history.

There is currently no mention of indigenous Australians in the constitution, adopted in 1901.

The Ipoh mayor says the compounds will be issued in accordance with the general conditions written at the back of business premise licences under Section 107(2) of the Local Government Act.