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Employers planning to extend business closures beyond the gazetted public holidays for Chinese New Year are reminded not to compel their workers to take annual or unpaid leave. — Picture via Facebook/Kementerian Sumber Manusia
Malaysia  / 19 h ago

Human Resources Ministry reminds employers not to force workers to take annual or unpaid leave during extended CNY closures

Mixue apologised for the misunderstanding and expressed gratitude for the public’s continued support and trust. — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa
Malaysia  / 19 h ago

Mixue Malaysia apologises over halal compliance concerns after garbage bag incident

Umno Youth Chief Datuk Dr Muhamad Akmal Salleh criticised the post, saying it appeared to belittle federal assistance for Muslims and demanded an apology within 24 hours. — Picture by Raymond Manuel
Malaysia  / 19 h ago

Johor MCA apologises after Umno youth chief demands retraction over Facebook post on Islamic-related allocations

The statements accused Datin Seri Rosmah Mansor of engaging in sinful practices, participating in rituals involving the devil and ‘bomohs’ (shamans), and practising polytheism. — Picture by Firdaus Latif
Malaysia  / 15 h ago

Rosmah seeks RM1m in damages over TikToker’s black magic claims

Warmer and drier weather is expected to begin by early February. — Picture by Raymond Manuel
Malaysia  / 17 h ago

Northern states to brace for heatwave as April predicted to be Malaysia’s hottest month

Chief executive officer of Harimau Malaya, Rob Friend, said in a statement today that they hope the process will be completed before the 2027 Asian Cup Qualifiers kicks off this March. — Picture from Facebook/Harimau Malaya
Sports  / 17 h ago

Harimau Malaya set to welcome Dutch-Malaysian star as passport process nears completion

Selangor police chief Datuk Hussein Omar Khan explained the investigation found that the shots were fired in self-defence after the MMEA boat was rammed four times by another boat, and two suspects were believed to have attempted to attack MMEA personnel with machetes.— Bernama pic  
Malaysia  / 14 h ago

Indonesia secures consular access to four injured citizens after MMEA shooting; diplomatic note calls for transparent probe

Based on the latest Badminton World Federation world ranking list, Man Wei Chong-Tee Kai Wun moved up one place from 13th spot to 12th with 65,490 points. — Bernama pic
Sports  / 17 h ago

Career-high world ranking: Indonesia Masters win propel Wei Chong-Kai Wun to 12th spot

In a statement today, BNM said the AMP amounts, imposed on July 22, 2024, have been paid by the institutions involved, namely Malayan Banking Bhd (Maybank), RHB Bank Bhd, Maybank Islamic Bhd and AmInvestment Bank Bhd. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin
Money  / 17 h ago

Bank Negara penalises four financial institutions RM1.66m for non-compliance

Chinese New Year is celebrated annually by people of Chinese ancestry around the world. It is one of the most significant in Chinese culture, symbolising family unity, renewal, and prosperity. — Picture by Choo Choy May
Malaysia  / 4 h ago

Vibrant and unique: Chinese nationals reflect on Malaysia’s Chinese New Year festivities

President Donald Trump ordered the name changes as part of a flurry of executive actions hours after taking office on Jan. 20, making good on a campaign promise. — File pic via Reuters
World  / 14 h ago

Google Maps to rename Gulf of Mexico to Gulf of America in US after Trump’s directive

Trump has also held talks in recent days with Jordan’s King Abdullah II and Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi, who have historically opposed displacing Palestinians. — File pic via Reuters
World  / 14 h ago

Trump floats plan to 'clean out' Gaza, proposes relocating Palestinians to Egypt or Jordan

Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto speaks during a press conference in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia January 27, 2025. — Reuters pic
World  / 14 h ago

Indonesia’s Prabowo expands military role in government, sparking concerns of democratic backslide

Nordin Ibrohim (rpt: Ibrohim), 77, allegedly received bribes from Sung Chang Asia Pte Ltd director Kim Jong Kwa as gratification to help the company be appointed as the fertiliser supplier to rice farmers by Nafas. — Picture by Shafwan Zaidon
Malaysia  / 18 h ago

In KL, former Nafas officer charged with accepting RM1.3m bribe from fertiliser supplier, pleads not guilty

The court was told that Abdul Hamid Rizan, 27, and his brother, Faizal Rizan, 23, committed the crime in desperation to settle RM30,000 in debts owed to loan sharks. — Reuters pic
Malaysia  / 18 h ago

Brothers get six months’ jail for stealing hearse in Port Klang amid pressure from loan sharks to pay off RM30,000 debt

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Chuah Choo Chiang
Chuah Choo Chiang
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It was here at the Genesis Scottish Open exactly a year ago that Tom Kim, who was then 20, broke out in a big way following a top-3 finish at the Renaissance Golf Club in North Berwick. — AFP file pic
13 Jul 2023

Kim relishes a return to Scotland where his life changed a year ago

Hideki Matsuyama looks on at the practice range during a practice round of the US Open golf tournament at the Los Angeles Country Club July 12, 2023. — Picture by Kiyoshi Mio-USA TODAY Sports via Reuters
14 Jun 2023

Hideki Matsuyama displays lighter side of his personality with new look

KH Lee hits his tee shot on six during the second round of the Wells Fargo Championship golf tournament. ― Jim Dedmon-USA TODAY Sports via Reuters
10 May 2023

Korea’s Lee embracing the pressure as he chases historic three-peat

The Masters is not one for the faint-hearted and the Korean star, who is a two-time PGA TOUR winner, knows that his proven track record at the fabled venue will make him a worthy contender. — Reuters pic
03 Apr 2023

Im Sung-jae all set to launch another title assault at Masters

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Si Woo Kim with his father Du Ryu Kim after his 2017 PLAYERS Championship win. — Picture courtesy of Getty Images
06 Mar 2023

Humble Kim eyes PLAYERS crowning glory once more

Kiradech Aphibarnrat, who was once ranked as high as 29th in the world, plans to maintain Bangkok as his home base as he seeks to regain his best form. — Kevin Liles-USA TODAY Sports via Reuters
07 Feb 2023

Asian Swing poised to deliver boost for region’s best in Far East

Aoki’s place in golf’s annals is eternally cemented when he became the first Asian and Japanese male golfer to taste victory on the PGA TOUR. —
11 Jan 2023

Remembering Isao Aoki’s historic milestone for Asian golf some 40 years ago

Koreans KH Lee, Tom Kim, Si Woo Kim and Sungjae Im at the Presidents Cup. — Picture via Getty Images
19 Dec 2022

Tis the season to be jolly

Tom Kim celebrating his winning putt against Patrick Cantlay-Xander Schauffele during the Presidents Cup. — Getty Images pic
03 Nov 2022

Tom Kim’s rise may spark Asian wave as Se-ri Pak once did for women golf

Im grew up playing golf on Jeju island, thanks to his parents’ encouragement, and his rise in the professional ranks has no doubt been meteoric. — Reuters pic
19 Sep 2022

Ironman Im capable of putting in the steel in International quest for victory

Joohyung Kim with the International Team flag and Presidents Cup. — Picture via PGA Tour
25 Aug 2022

With all the buzz, Tom Kim poised to go places with Presidents Cup the next stop

Rory McIlroy plays a shot from the fairway of the seventh hole during the second round of the Travelers Championship golf tournament. — Vincent Carchietta-USA TODAY Sports
27 Jun 2022

Asia’s golf history seekers set to benefit from PGA Tour’s enhancements

Lee Kyoung-Hoon looks over the green on 8 during the first round of the Wells Fargo Championship golf tournament May 6, 2021. u00e2u20acu201d Reuters pic
10 May 2022

Lee remembers parents’ sacrifice ahead of Byron Nelson defence

Hideki Matsuyama of Japan looks on from the practice area prior to the Masters at Augusta National Golf Club in Augusta, Georgia April 3, 2022. u00e2u20acu201d Getty Images via AFP
04 Apr 2022

Irrespective of Masters outcome, Matsuyama’s place in golf history is sealed

People are seen playing golf at the Seri Selangor Golf Club in Petaling Jaya February 13, 2021. u00e2u20acu2022 Picture by Ahmad Zamzahuri
08 Mar 2022

Players Championship showcases legacy that is known as the PGA Tour

YE Yang plays his shot from the 17th tee during the first round of the PGA Championship golf tournament at Bethpage State Park, New York May 16, 2019. u00e2u20acu201d Reuters picnn
15 Feb 2022

Tiger-tamer Yang excited at second chapter of his golf career

Hideki Matsuyama hoists the trophy during the final round of the Sony Open at the Waialae Country Club, Honolulu January 16, 2022. u00e2u20acu201d Reuters pic
24 Jan 2022

Golden age on the horizon for Asian golfers?

Tiger Woods tees off on the 4th during the first round of the 2020 PGA Championship golf tournament at TPC Harding Park. u00e2u20acu2022 Kelvin Kuo-USA TODAY Sports pic via Reuters
15 Dec 2021

Turning 46, Tiger Woods says he is now at peace with himself

Sungjae Im tees off on the second during the first round of the CJ Cup golf tournament in Las Vegas October 14, 2021. u00e2u20acu201d Reuters picnn
02 Nov 2021

Matsuyama and Im race to become first Asian to scale golf’s summit

Lee Kyoung-Hoon looks over the green on 8 during the first round of the Wells Fargo Championship golf tournament May 6, 2021. u00e2u20acu201d Reuters pic
14 Oct 2021

Jovial Lee looks for more joy on PGA Tour

PGA Tour commissioner Jay Monahan (right) addresses the media about the coronavirus pandemic during the first round of the 2020 edition of The Players Championship golf tournament in Florida March 13, 2020. u00e2u20acu201dReuters pic
13 Sep 2021

The power of two as golf looks into the future

Japanu00e2u20acu2122s Hideki Matsuyama chips onto the 14th green during the third round at the Augusta National Golf Club, Georgia April 10, 2021. u00e2u20acu201d Reuters pic
23 Jul 2021

The lighter side of Hideki Matsuyama

Justin Rose (GBR) of Britain celebrates his gold medal win in the men's Olympic golf compeititon. u00e2u20acu201d Reuters pic
02 Jul 2021

Playing at the Olympics: It's bigger than your individual sport

Phil Mickelson raises the Wanamaker Trophy after winning the PGA Championship golf tournament in South Carolina May 23, 2021. u00e2u20acu201d Reuters picnn
04 Jun 2021

Winning, dreaming and giving make golf a beautiful game

Im Sung-jae lines up a putt on the 3rd green during the third round of The Honda Classic golf tournament at the Palm Beach Gardens in Florida March 20, 2021. u00e2u20acu201d Picture by Jasen Vinlove-USA TODAY Sports via Reuters
01 Apr 2021

Asia pin hopes on Im and Pan to see green in spring

Kim Si-woo watches his drive on the 15th hole during the second round of the Valero Texas Open golf tournament in San Antonio April 5, 2019. u00e2u20acu201d Picture by Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports via Reuters
02 Mar 2021

Asia dreams of defining moment at Players Championship

Brandon Wu smiles after making birdie on the 15th hole as he make his way to the 16th during the final round of the Korn Ferry Tour Championship at the Victoria National Golf Course August 30, 2020. u00e2u20acu201d Reuters pic
02 Feb 2021

Brandon Who? Wu poised to be next household name

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06 Jan 2021

Why distance and power matter in golf today

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02 Dec 2020

Slow and steady, Ironman Im delivers high point for Asia in 2020

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07 Oct 2020

Asian swing heads West with best in tow

PGA Tour commissioner Jay Monahan (right) addresses the media about the coronavirus pandemic during the first round of the 2020 edition of The Players Championship golf tournament in Florida March 13, 2020. u00e2u20acu201dReuters pic
04 Sep 2020

The battle to win PGA Tour’s ultimate prize

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