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The lithium-ion battery powering your sleek new electric vehicles (EV) and hybrid cars may last eight to 10 years, but what happens after that? — Shutterstock pic/Sergii Chernov
Malaysia  / 3 h ago

By 2050, 870,000 EV batteries will need recycling: How is Malaysia tackling the challenge?

The state government may implement new regulations to enhance the safety of Mount Kinabalu climbers. — The Borneo Post pic
Malaysia  / 15 h ago

Climbing Kinabalu? Age could be a factor now, says state govt after latest tragic incident

Sudan produces around 80 per cent of the world’s gum arabic, a natural substance harvested from acacia trees. — Reuters pic
Money  / 13 h ago

Here’s a look at how one key ingredient in Coca-Cola, M&M’s is smuggled from war-torn Sudan

Police have recorded statements from 21 individuals, including two policemen suspected of stealing RM300,000 in Bukit Jalil recently. — Picture by Choo Choy May
Malaysia  / 16 h ago

Two police officers involved in RM300,000 theft in Bukit Jalil reassigned

The United States has provided US$65.9 billion in military support to Ukraine since Russia’s February 2022 invasion but further contributions hang in the balance after Donald Trump ordered a pause Monday on aid to Kyiv. — AFP pic
World  / 13 h ago

US aid to Ukraine: How US$65.9b was spent and what comes next

Former Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob will be at the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) headquarters tomorrow to assist in an investigation into a corruption and money laundering case. — Picture by Firdaus Latif
Malaysia  / 14 h ago

Ismail Sabri to give statement at MACC tomorrow for corruption investigation, says Azam Baki

Jakim reminded all parties to be mindful of religious sensitivities in their actions and speech. — Picture by Malay Mail
Malaysia  / 18 h ago

Mocking other religions is against Islam, Jakim warns as Era FM hosts taken off-air over Thaipusam clip

Accused Mohamad Haidar Abdullah (left, in green parka) and N. Klement Raj being escorted by policemen in the Johor Baru courthouse. Both later claimed trial to joint and separate charges for gang robbery, possession of firearms and imitation weapons at the Sessions Court today. — Picture by Ben Tan
Malaysia  / 18 h ago

Datuk’s son among three charged with gang robbery, firearms offences in Johor

IGP Tan Sri Razarudin Husain said iinvestigation are under Section 298 of the Penal Code for acts that cause disharmony, disunity, or feelings of enmity, hatred, or ill-will on religious grounds, as well as Section 233 of the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998 for the improper use of network facilities or services. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 14 h ago

IGP confirms radio hosts under criminal investigation for allegedly mocking Hinduism, six complaints filed

Selangor police chief Datuk Hussein Omar Khan (right) said investigations has not discounted criminal elements even though the case has been classified as sudden death for now. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 15 h ago

Selangor police say Japanese in fatal fall at Subang Jaya condo is wife of local influencer Ridzokumura, investigation ongoing

Judge Datin M. Kunasundary handed down the sentence on the 36-year-old woman, who has two children, after finding that the defence had failed to raise reasonable doubts at the end of the defence case. — Reuters pic
Malaysia  / 19 h ago

Single mother sentenced to 10 years for sexually assaulting neighbour’s 13-year-old daughter

A Thai court on Tuesday accepted a class-action lawsuit filed by hundreds of fishermen seeking US$73 million in damages from an agribusiness giant over invasive blackchin tilapia, a representative of the Thai lawyers’ council said. — AFP
World  / 17 h ago

Thai court takes on US$73m lawsuit against conglomerate CP, owned by Thailand’s second richest family, over invasive fish crisis

In Malaysia, the Tamil community has the opportunity to learn the language from preschool through postgraduate levels. — Picture by Farhan Najib
What You Think  / 13 h ago

Making Tamil language mandatory entry requirement for Indian students — Velan Kunjuraman 

A Malaysiakini reporter was brought to the Magistrate's Court in Putrajaya for remand over an alleged bribery case. March 1, 2025. — Picture courtesy of MACC
Malaysia  / 18 h ago

Malaysiakini journalist freed after four-day remand by MACC over bribery allegation

The word ‘Vel” in Tamil, refers to the spear of the Hindu deity Lord Murugan (pictured above), and devotees often chant it to express their devotion and prayers. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 16 h ago

PM calls for tact on religious matters after Astro suspends staff over Thaipusam remarks

The lithium-ion battery powering your sleek new electric vehicles (EV) and hybrid cars may last eight to 10 years, but what happens after that? — Shutterstock pic/Sergii Chernov
Malaysia  / 3 h ago

By 2050, 870,000 EV batteries will need recycling: How is Malaysia tackling the challenge?

The state government may implement new regulations to enhance the safety of Mount Kinabalu climbers. — The Borneo Post pic
Malaysia  / 15 h ago

Climbing Kinabalu? Age could be a factor now, says state govt after latest tragic incident

Sudan produces around 80 per cent of the world’s gum arabic, a natural substance harvested from acacia trees. — Reuters pic
Money  / 13 h ago

Here’s a look at how one key ingredient in Coca-Cola, M&M’s is smuggled from war-torn Sudan

Police have recorded statements from 21 individuals, including two policemen suspected of stealing RM300,000 in Bukit Jalil recently. — Picture by Choo Choy May
Malaysia  / 16 h ago

Two police officers involved in RM300,000 theft in Bukit Jalil reassigned

The United States has provided US$65.9 billion in military support to Ukraine since Russia’s February 2022 invasion but further contributions hang in the balance after Donald Trump ordered a pause Monday on aid to Kyiv. — AFP pic
World  / 13 h ago

US aid to Ukraine: How US$65.9b was spent and what comes next

Former Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob will be at the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) headquarters tomorrow to assist in an investigation into a corruption and money laundering case. — Picture by Firdaus Latif
Malaysia  / 14 h ago

Ismail Sabri to give statement at MACC tomorrow for corruption investigation, says Azam Baki

Jakim reminded all parties to be mindful of religious sensitivities in their actions and speech. — Picture by Malay Mail
Malaysia  / 18 h ago

Mocking other religions is against Islam, Jakim warns as Era FM hosts taken off-air over Thaipusam clip

Accused Mohamad Haidar Abdullah (left, in green parka) and N. Klement Raj being escorted by policemen in the Johor Baru courthouse. Both later claimed trial to joint and separate charges for gang robbery, possession of firearms and imitation weapons at the Sessions Court today. — Picture by Ben Tan
Malaysia  / 18 h ago

Datuk’s son among three charged with gang robbery, firearms offences in Johor

IGP Tan Sri Razarudin Husain said iinvestigation are under Section 298 of the Penal Code for acts that cause disharmony, disunity, or feelings of enmity, hatred, or ill-will on religious grounds, as well as Section 233 of the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998 for the improper use of network facilities or services. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 14 h ago

IGP confirms radio hosts under criminal investigation for allegedly mocking Hinduism, six complaints filed

Selangor police chief Datuk Hussein Omar Khan (right) said investigations has not discounted criminal elements even though the case has been classified as sudden death for now. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 15 h ago

Selangor police say Japanese in fatal fall at Subang Jaya condo is wife of local influencer Ridzokumura, investigation ongoing

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Money / 03 Feb 2025

STLLR Gold Provides its 2025 and Long-Term Plans and Introduces the Hollinger Tailings Project

The ringgit weakened against the US dollar on Monday, primarily due to the latest tariff imposition by the United States on Canada, Mexico, and China, according to analysts. — Reuters pic
Money / 03 Feb 2025

Ringgit weakens against US dollar amid tariff concerns, market eyes potential diplomatic shift

Bursa Malaysia finished easier on the first trading day of February as heightened risk aversion gripped the market following the United States (US) President Donald Trump’s administration’s announcement of new tariffs. — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa
Money / 03 Feb 2025

Market slips as US tariff uncertainty heightens risk aversion: Bursa Malaysia ends lower

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Money / 03 Feb 2025

Successful Completion: The Yunlin Offshore Wind Farm Project in Taiwan is now fully operational

Samsung Electronics Chairman Jay Y. Lee arrived at the Seoul appeals court earlier today. — Reuters pic
Money / 03 Feb 2025

Seoul court finds Samsung boss Jay Y Lee not guilty of fraud, stock manipulation

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Money / 03 Feb 2025

VEGA Strengthens Global Leadership with New Headquarters and Appointment of Max Davies as Country Manager for Australia

Shipping containers are seen stacked at the Westport Holdings Bhd port in Port Klang on July 14, 2024. — AFP pic
Money / 03 Feb 2025

Low demand forces Malaysia’s manufacturers into steepest price cuts in decade ahead of global trade war

The ringgit opened higher against the euro, pound sterling, Singapore dollar and Thai baht but weaker against the yen, rupiah, and Philippine peso on February 3, 2025. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin
Money / 03 Feb 2025

Ringgit opens weaker against US dollar as Trump tariffs rise, but mixed against Euro and Asian currencies

US President Donald Trump speaks to reporters after stepping from Air Force One upon his return to Washington, at Joint Base Andrews in Maryland, US, February 2, 2025. — Reuters pic
Money / 03 Feb 2025

Why Trump’s unprovoked tariff war is bad news for the entire world economy

US stock futures slumped in early Asian hours, with Nasdaq futures down 2.35 per cent and S&P 500 futures 1.8 per cent lower. — Reuters pic
Money / 03 Feb 2025

Wall Street girds for market impact of Trump tariffs

Labourers wait for customers at a wholesale market in New Delhi February 1, 2025. Without a strategy to regain high growth rates and assure jobs for its young population, India’s annual budget disappointed analysts and markets, alarmed in recent months by weak earnings growth and an exodus of foreign investors. — Reuters pic
Money / 02 Feb 2025

Experts: India’s growth hopes diminish as budget sidesteps bold reforms

A worker checks rolls of glass fibre at a factory that produces fibreglass in Chongqing January 31, 2025. — AFP pic
Money / 02 Feb 2025

How things stand in China-US trade tensions with Trump 2.0

In the biggest ever import tax demand, India in September slapped a US$1.4 billion tax notice on Volkswagen for using a strategy to break down imports of some VW, Skoda and Audi cars into many individual parts to pay a lower duty. — Reuters
Money / 02 Feb 2025

Volkswagen sues India to quash ‘enormous’ US$1.4b tax demand, legal filing shows

Bell Peppers labelled as a product of Mexico at a grocery store, as US President Donald Trump is set to impose tariffs on Mexico, Canada, and China, in Bethesda, Maryland, February 1, 2025. — Reuters pic
Money / 02 Feb 2025

Trump’s executive order risks market turmoil and inflation surge, say analysts

Trump’s new tariffs will probably not have a major impact on China’s economy but may herald the opening salvo of another bruising trade war with Beijing. — Pic by AFP
Money / 02 Feb 2025

China shrugs off new Trump tariffs but bruising trade war looms

Donald Trump implemented 25% tariffs on Mexico and Canada as well as a 10% duty on China which began today. — Pic by AFP
Money / 02 Feb 2025

Autos, electronics: What will Trump’s tariffs impact?

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