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Screengrab of the congestion along the Causeway from the Woodlands Checkpoint in Singapore to the Bangunan Sultan Iskandar Customs, Immigration, and Quarantine (BSI) complex in Johor Baru. — Image via trafficiti.com
Malaysia  / 5 h ago

Causeway gridlock: Hours-long jam stretches from Woodlands into Johor Baru, expected to last till midnight

Rescue workers take part in a salvage operation at the site where an aircraft crashed after it went off the runway at Muan International Airport, in Muan, South Korea, December 29, 2024. — Reuters pic
World  / 11 h ago

Jeju Air says it ‘sincerely apologises’ after fatal S. Korea plane crash at Muan airport

The tail section of a Jeju Air Boeing 737-800 series aircraft is seen beside rescue personnel after the plane crashed and burst into flames at Muan International Airport in South Jeolla Province, some 288km southwest of Seoul on December 29, 2024. — AFP pic
World  / 12 h ago

Fatalities rising in Jeju Air plane crash in South Korea airport runway; officials suspect landing gear failure due to bird strike (VIDEO)

PAS secretary-general, Datuk Seri Takiyuddin Hassan, today announced the party’s intention to take legal action against Housing and Local Government Minister Nga Kor Ming, for spreading baseless accusations and malicious defamation. — Picture by Shafwan Zaidon
Malaysia  / 8 h ago

PAS vows legal action over Christmas remarks, demands accountability from Nga Kor Ming for ‘spreading falsehoods’

A life jacket hangs on fencing next to the wreckage of an aircraft that crashed after it went off the runway at Muan International Airport, in Muan, South Korea, December 29, 2024. — Reuters pic
World  / 9 h ago

Yonhap: 179 aboard Jeju Air plane feared dead after crash at South Korean airport, two survive

Express buses are seen at the Terminal Bandar Tasik Selatan (TBS) in Kuala Lumpur. Malaysia is facing a severe labour supply to meet the two-driver policy for long-haul buses. — File picture by Hari Anggara
Malaysia  / 16 h ago

Bus driver shortage: Malaysia isn’t the only country in a pickle — here’s how others tackle the issue

The actress, known as Che Ta, was previously targeted in a raid by MARA officers, lawyers, and court representatives on December 10, following claims of a failure to repay a loan close to RM1 million. — Picture via Instagram/Rozita Che Wan
Malaysia  / 5 h ago

Actress Rozita Che Wan settles RM550,000 of MARA debt, buys time until March

Housing and Local Government Minister Nga Kor Ming has reaffirmed his commitment to fostering racial and religious harmony following criticism of his ministry’s Christmas celebration and the announcement of legal action by PAS over his remarks. — Picture via X/Nga Kor Ming
Malaysia  / 8 h ago

‘I am a minister for all Malaysians’: Nga Kor Ming vows to protect diversity, calls for unity as PAS announces legal action over Christmas remarks

Malaysia’s gig economy has continued its upward trajectory in 2024, with the number of own-account workers, including gig workers, surpassing three million as of September. — Picture by Firdaus Latif
Malaysia  / 12 h ago

Malaysia’s gig economy surpasses three million workers in 2024, spurring calls for better worker safeguards, protections

Fish head curry at Restoran Ah Lyes Curry Fish Head with stingray, an unusual but delicious choice of fish — Picture by Ethan Lau
Eat-drink  / 12 h ago

Stingray curry anyone? Find old-school comfort at Restoran Ah Lyes Curry Fish Head in SS19 Subang Jaya 

Relatives of passengers of the aircraft that crashed after it went off the runway, react at Muan International Airport, in Muan, South Korea, December 29, 2024. — Reuters pic
World  / 4 h ago

‘Should I leave a will?’: Final message from doomed Jeju Air flight reveals passenger’s final moments 

The new policy is part of Thailand’s efforts to update its tax system and meet the requirements to join the Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD). — AFP pic
Money  / 16 h ago

Thailand to impose 15pc corporate tax for MNCs from Jan 1; affects those with annual revenue over US$782m

The iconic cat statue in Padungan here has sparked controversy after being dressed up for the upcoming Chinese New Year 2025 celebrations shortly after Christmas. — The Borneo Post pic
Malaysia  / 14 h ago

Controversy erupts over early CNY makeover of Kuching’s iconic cat statue right after Christmas

Burnley FC captain Josh Brownhill has clarified he is English and not Malaysian as speculated. — Picture from Instagram/joshbrownhill_
Sports  / 13 h ago

Burnley captain Josh Brownhill shuts down Malaysian nationality rumours

Johor Unity Ambassador Lim San Shien has been named the latest National Malay Language Icon by Dewan Bahasa dan Pustaka. — Bernama pic
Life  / 12 h ago

Lim San Shien recognised as National Malay Language Icon for commitment to language and heritage

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At 6pm, the local currency slid to 4.4475/4525 against the greenback, compared to yesterday’s close of 4.4350/4395. — Picture by Hari Anggara
Money / 13 Dec 2024

Ringgit slides for fifth day amid pre-FOMC jitters, mixed performances against major currencies

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Money / 13 Dec 2024

Mainland China’s Luxury Market Poised for Growth: Insights from MDRi’s 2025 Consumer Forecast

A view of the Canary Wharf financial district in London August 1, 2023. — Reuters pic
Money / 13 Dec 2024

UK economy contracts for second consecutive month in October as services stagnate, manufacturing dips, first since 2020

Robots weld bodyshells on the assembly line at the Proton manufacturing plant in Tanjung Malim on December 16, 2019. — Reuters pic
Money / 13 Dec 2024

November steers Malaysia’s auto sales into slow lane with 8pc drop

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Money / 13 Dec 2024

Wuxi’s Flower Festival Blooms in Hong Kong

Police in India’s financial capital Mumbai said today that they were investigating a bomb threat to the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) after it received an email in Russian warning of an explosive attack. — Reuters pic
Money / 13 Dec 2024

Indian cops police probe Russian-language bomb threat to central bank in Mumbai

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Money / 13 Dec 2024

FBS Partners With Dignity for Children Foundation to Spread Holiday Cheer With Christmas Gift-A-Meal Campaign

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Money / 13 Dec 2024

ONYX Hospitality Group Launches 'Stay 3, Pay 2' Promotion for Mastercard Cardholders with Exclusive Privileges Matching ONYX Rewards Membership

The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) this week has reopened an investigation into Elon Musk’s brain-chip startup Neuralink, according to a letter shared by Musk yesterday on social media platform X. — Reuters pic
Money / 13 Dec 2024

US SEC ‘reopens’ Neuralink probe, issues settlement demand to Musk, lawyer says

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Money / 13 Dec 2024

Mafia: The Old Country Delivers Thrilling First Look at The Game Awards

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Money / 13 Dec 2024

Borderlands® 4 Reveals Mayhem-Fueled First Look at The Game Awards

Asian markets fell today as China’s latest vows to boost the beleaguered economy failed to stir much excitement, while traders looked ahead to a key Federal Reserve policy meeting next week. — Reuters pic
Money / 13 Dec 2024

Asian markets slide as traders eye Fed meeting next week, China stimulus pledges fail to impress

Spanish infrastructure group Ferrovial said yesterday it had sold a 20-per cent stake in Britain’s Heathrow airport to French and Saudi investors for over US$2 billion (RM8.9 billion). — Reuters pic
Money / 13 Dec 2024

Spain’s Ferrovial sells US$2.1b stake in London’s Heathrow airport to French and Saudi investors, ending major ownership

Cars at BYD's first electric vehicle (EV) factory in Southeast Asia, in Rayong July 4, 2024. — Reuters pic
Money / 13 Dec 2024

Global EV market continues upward trend with record sales growth in November

At 9.10 am, the FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI (FBM KLCI) rose 3.54 points to 1,605.62 from yesterday’s close of 1,602.08. — Picture by Razak Ghazali
Money / 13 Dec 2024

Bursa Malaysia climbs amid weaker Wall Street and US inflation fears

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Money / 13 Dec 2024

SIBUR Unveils Proprietary Catalyst