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F1 surge in hotel demand sees Sepang accommodation searches spike 1,600-fold ahead of 2026 race, Chuah Chee Hwai says
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F1 surge in hotel demand sees Sepang accommodation searches spike 1,600-fold ahead of 2026 race, Chuah Chee Hwai says

Kuala Lumpur – Searches for accommodation in Sepang surged 1,600‑fold as the Formula 1 Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix approaches, prompting the state government to set up five vehicle‑screening points for traffic bound for…

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  1. 34m agoF1 surge in hotel demand sees Sepang accommodation searches spike 1,600-fold ahead of 2026 race, Chuah Chee Hwai says
  2. 4h agoTourism Selangor to host diverse activities to celebrate F1 at Sepang on October 1, 2026
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  6. 17h agoBrazilian photographer Rafael Pavarotti discusses fashion, his debut major museum show, and Harry Styles
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  8. Sep 30Blue Laser Therapy for Enlarged Prostate: How It Works, Benefits, and Recovery Explained

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  • Sepang hotel searches surged 1,600x ahead of 2026 F1 Grand Prix, prompting Selangor to deploy 5 vehicle-screening checkpoints to manage traffic congestion.
  • Selangor’s 2027 budget will prioritize cost-of-living relief amid rising prices, balancing social welfare with logistical preparations for major events.
  • Bukhari Zulkifeli received the King’s Trust International Sustainability Award, highlighting Selangor’s focus on youth development and rehabilitation.

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