Johor Bahru

Grab rides to JB can now be booked 6 hours ahead; 30% discount during school holidays

Cross-border taxis have clearly identifiable livery on both sides of the vehicle identifying them as such.

Systems restored after major tech glitch strands thousands at Malaysia’s borders on May 28

An official said long queues were reported at both land checkpoints in Johor as it was “peak time” for Malaysians rushing to Singapore for work.

Korban with a ‘kampung’ feel: More Muslim Singaporeans head to Johor for Hari Raya Haji ritual

Singaporean korban participant Mdm Rozana Abdul Rahman (centre) and her two children checking out goats at Osman Goat Farm, in Johor Bahru, on May 27.

Singaporean motorcyclist dies after being flung off overpass in Causeway accident

The accident happened in Jalan Tambak, or the Causeway, at about 3.20am on May 27, the Johor Bahru Police South District said.

RTS set to start in 2027, but JB residents are bracing themselves for ‘years’ of congestion

The rail link between JB and Singapore is expected to carry up to 10,000 passengers an hour during peak periods.

From digital vouchers to shopping complex revamp, Johor looks across Causeway for inspiration

Shops selling groceries and vegetables are located in the dry market area of the Medan Niaga Kampung Melayu Majidee complex.

JB motorists upset over costly pothole damage

The authorities say an average of 47 pothole-related complaints are recorded each month.

Malaysian Cabinet approves $3.2b Elevated Autonomous Rapid Transit project to ease JB traffic

Malaysian Transport Minister Anthony Loke said that while waiting for the project to be implemented, plans are in place to prepare for expected traffic congestion.

Field Notes from Johor Bahru

What a plate of chee cheong fun reveals about migration in Malaysia

A plate of Chee Cheong Fun dipped in light soy sauce, served with curry sambal cockles and meat toppings in curry sauce. Photo taken at Ming Jii Restaurant, Johor Bahru, on April 1.

JB drivers kept their cabs running for years. Now they must let old ones go to cross the Causeway

Around 30 taxis based at Larkin Sentral in Johor Bahru are nearing their age limit.

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