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Malaysia Airlines’ new Airbus A330neo is escorted by a Royal Malaysian Air Force Sukhoi Su-30MKM fighter jet as it performs a flypast. — Picture courtesy of Malaysia Aviation Group Berhad
Malaysia  / 15 h ago

New planes, old problems: Malaysia Airlines says A330neos have engine issues

An undated file photograph shows the logo of the Islamic Development Department of Malaysia (Jakim). — Picture by Shafwan Zaidon
Malaysia  / 17 h ago

Jakim spells out when Muslims may wish Christians ‘Merry Christmas’

Images circulating online showed a cat’s carcass with a large gash on its body and all four paws missing.
Malaysia  / 18 h ago

CCTV footage reveals stray dogs behind cat deaths at UM, says KL police chief

Barat Daya district police chief ACP Sazalee Adam said efforts were being made by the Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency (MMEA) to bring home the two fishermen, Muhammad Ikmal Hakimi Ismail (left), 22, and Nor Hasrul Abdullah, 25. — Bernama pics
Malaysia  / 19 h ago

Safe return: Missing fishermen found in Aceh waters, one week after drifting off Kuala Sungai Pinang in Penang

BN chairman Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi (front row, second from left), flanked by Umno deputy president Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan (left), and MCA president Datuk Seri Wee Ka Siong (second from right), wave mini BN flags during the Negeri Sembilan BN convention in Seremban on December 22, 2024. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 13 h ago

Zahid tells BN members to keep disputes internal, avoid scoring ‘own goal’

Hiroshi Tai was born in Hong Kong to a Singaporean father and Japanese mother. — Picture from Instagram/Singapore Golf Association
Singapore  / 19 h ago

Hiroshi Tai becomes first Singaporean to qualify for US Masters alongside golfing idols Matsuyama, Scheffler

France’s President Emmanuel Macron faced accusations of racism over an alleged comment on problems in hospitals, which his office strongly denied he made, adding to controversy over an angry remark during a visit to an Indian Ocean territory ravaged by a cyclone. — AFP pic
World  / 12 h ago

Macron in hot water: Racism, sexism, and homophobia accusations rock president as office denies remarks

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim (centre) attends the “Mantap Malaysia Bersama AI, A Google For Malaysia Event” in Kuala Lumpur on October 1, 2024. — Picture by Firdaus Latif
Malaysia  / 16 h ago

Malaysia’s come a long way: PM Anwar recounts 2024’s economic high points

A man sells alcohol through a small window at a shop in Baghdad on December 5, 2024. — AFP pic
Life  / 12 h ago

Iraq’s alcohol ban sparks struggle in Baghdad’s vibrant nightlife scene

It took 17 years for Vietnam’s commercial capital to reach this point. — AFP pic
World  / 15 h ago

All aboard! Ho Chi Minh City celebrates first metro

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has conveyed his condolences to the family of Muslim Brotherhood activist Youssef Nada, who died today. — Picture via Facebook/Anwar Ibrahim
Malaysia  / 14 h ago

PM Anwar offers condolences to family of Muslim Brotherhood activist Youssef Nada

Japanese public teachers in their 20s accounted for the largest number of sexual offenders at 105, according to a 2023 survey by the country’s Education Ministry released on December 20, 2024. — Reuters pic
World  / 13 h ago

Sexual misconduct by teachers hits record high in Japan, over 300 punished 

This handout video grab released by the Italian National Alpine and Speleological Rescue Corps (CNSAS) “Corpo Nazionale Soccorso Alpino e Speleologico” on December 18, 2024 shows the rescue operation of Italian Ottavia Piana, a caver who was injured and trapped inside the Bueno Fonteno cave near Bergamo for few days. — AFP pic/Corpo Nazionale Soccorso Alpino e Speleologico (CNSAS)
Life  / 14 h ago

We meet again: Italian woman rescued from cave... again, 18 months later

Demonstrators hold up signs against sexual harassment at Universiti Malaya in Kuala Lumpur on Dec 20, 2024. — Picture by Firdaus Latif
Malaysia  / 2 h ago

UM sex harassment controversy: What do Malaysia’s laws say about obscenity and unsolicited nudes?

Leaders stand for a group photo during the 27th Asean-China Summit at the National Convention Centre in Vientiane October 10, 2024. — Reuters pic
What You Think  / 16 h ago

Malaysia’s Asean chairmanship 2025: A turning point for Asean-China relations — Teh Choon Jin

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Amazon chief sustainability officer Kara Hurst speaks during the ‘Delivering the Future’ conference in Mt. Juliet, Tennessee October 9, 2024. Amazon is bolstering its e-commerce empire while continuing a march deeper into people’s lives, from robots to healthcare and entertainment. — AFP pic
Money / 13 Oct 2024

From Prime to prescriptions: Amazon expands its grip on everyday life with new tech

The former president has vowed a 10 per cent to 20 per cent across-the-board tariff on imports and a 60 per cent rate on Chinese goods. — AFP pic
Money / 13 Oct 2024

Unpacking Trump’s economic strategy: Tariffs, tax cuts and energy deregulation

Chinese authorities have stepped up stimulus efforts in recent weeks to spur demand and help meet an around 5.0 per cent economic growth target for this year. — Reuters pic
Money / 13 Oct 2024

China’s inflation dips unexpectedly in September, Beijing promises more stimulus measures

Employees work on an electric vehicle (EV) production line during an organised media tour to a factory under Jiangling Group Electric Vehicle (JMEV), in Nanchang, Jiangxi province May 22, 2024. — Reuters pic
Money / 12 Oct 2024

China and Brussels butt heads over looming EV tariffs, but still hope for deal

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Money / 12 Oct 2024

Vietnam agricultural products’ quality to meet Chinese high standards

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Money / 12 Oct 2024

VSPO, the largest esports company in Asia, announces new CEO and international brand alignment to Hero Esports

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Money / 12 Oct 2024

Vingroup Charges Towards Sustainability with VinFast and Green Initiatives

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Money / 12 Oct 2024

Roadside concerts become a hit in China’s Guiyang

An atrium is seen at the World Bank headquarters building in Washington October 14, 2017. The US Treasury’s top economic diplomat yesterday called on the International Monetary Fund and multilateral development banks to work on new ways to provide short-term liquidity support to low- and middle-income countries to head off debt crises. — Reuters pic
Money / 12 Oct 2024

US Treasury calls for IMF, World Bank action to address liquidity pressures to prevent debt crises in developing nations

A Boeing 737 MAX 8 sits outside the hangar during a media tour of the Boeing 737 MAX at the Boeing plant in Renton, Washington December 8, 2015. — Reuters pic
Money / 12 Oct 2024

Boeing to slash 17,000 jobs globally as CEO says ‘decisive actions’ needed amid projected Q3 loss, announces 777X delivery delay

Without providing details on the size of the fiscal stimulus being prepared, Finance Minister Lan Foan told a news conference there will be more 'counter-cyclical measures' this year. — Reuters pic
Money / 12 Oct 2024

China says will ‘significantly increase’ debt to revive economic growth

Noel Tata, the half-brother of former chairman of Tata Group Ratan Tata, arrives to attend the final viewing of Tata, in Mumbai October 10, 2024. — Reuters pic
Money / 12 Oct 2024

Half-brother Noel succeeds Ratan Tata as chairman of philanthropic Tata Trusts

The ringgit is projected to trade sideways against the US dollar next week amid worries over China’s economy and rising geopolitical risks, ahead of Malaysia’s Budget 2025. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin
Money / 12 Oct 2024

Ringgit faces cautious trade against US dollar next week with Budget 2025 and geopolitical risks in focus

Bursa Malaysia is expected to trade with caution within the 1,630-1,650 range next week with the tabling of Budget 2025 on October 18, said an analyst.  — Picture by Hari Anggara
Money / 12 Oct 2024

Bursa Malaysia to remain cautious next week ahead of Budget 2025 tabling

Tesla CEO and X owner Elon Musk speaks during an unveiling event for Tesla products in Los Angeles, California, US on October 10, 2024. — Reuters pic
Money / 12 Oct 2024

Phony Stark: Tesla shares plunge near 10pc as investors see through Musk’s robotaxi circus

Wuliangye products are displayed at an event in Kuala Lumpur on September 10, 2024. — Picture courtesy of Luen Heng F&B
Money / 11 Oct 2024

Wuliangye names Luen Heng as Malaysia distributor for its Chinese liquor