Those who had visited Royal Selangor Golf Club on December 20 are advised to get tested. — Picture via Facebook KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 26 —The Royal Selangor Golf Club (RSGC) has had its ninth case of Covid-19 reported today. A club notice sighted by Malay Mail indicated a member who …
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