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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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UOB, which is also Southeast Asia’s third-largest bank by assets, expected its 2025 cost-to-income ratio to be around 42 per cent, the top end of the 41 per cent to 42 per cent range it had projected in November. — Reuters pic

Singapore / 19 Feb 2025

Singapore bank UOB’s Q4 profit beats forecasts, unveils US$2.2b capital return

South-east Asia’s largest telecom firm said its underlying net profit for the quarter ended December 31 was S$680 million, compared with S$559 million a year earlier. — Reuters pic

Singapore / 19 Feb 2025

SingTel profits climb 22pc on strong Optus, Airtel gains

A family walks past the rain vortex at Jewel Changi Airport in Singapore on June 23, 2021. Singapore will pour an additional US$3.7 billion into upgrades at Changi airport, including a long-awaited fifth terminal, as the nation seeks to maintain its position as a top global aviation hub, its prime minister Lawrence Wong said yesterday. — AFP pic

Singapore / 19 Feb 2025

Budget 2025: Singapore’s airport ambitions grow with US$3.7b to power Changi’s growth

A cleaner on a tricycle rides along the promenade at Marina Bay in Singapore on February 18, 2025. — AFP pic

Singapore / 18 Feb 2025

Budget 2025: Singapore offers 50pc corporate tax rebate to ease burden of rising rent, labour costs

Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong, who is also finance minister, said the United States and China were locked in a contest for supremacy, and were prepared to take more assertive actions to advance their interests.

Singapore / 18 Feb 2025

Singapore will feel impact of rising global tensions, PM Wong says

While acknowledging ongoing challenges, including US-China tensions, Singapore Prime Minister and Finance Minister Lawrence Wong expressed confidence in Singapore’s future, saying the country is in a stronger position than it was 60 years ago.

Singapore / 18 Feb 2025

PM Wong presents Singapore’s 2025 Budget: Focusing on cost relief, economic growth, and inclusivity

According to the report jointly released by the Singapore Police Force, Cyber Security Agency of Singapore, and Monetary Authority of Singapore, at least 502 of the 656 reported cases involved cards linked to Apple Pay. — AFP pic

Singapore / 18 Feb 2025

Singapore warns of rising credit card phishing scams in online purchases, 656 cases linked to mobile wallets

This will be Lawrence Wong’s first Budget as prime minister, where he is expected to address key concerns such as the cost of living and job security. — Picture from Facebook/Lawrence Wong

Singapore / 18 Feb 2025

PM Wong to deliver 2025 Budget today, pledging support ‘for all Singaporeans’

French President Emmanuel Macron, European Council President Antonio Costa and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen pose for a picture at the Elysee Palace in Paris, France, February 17, 2025. — Reuters piccc

Singapore / 18 Feb 2025

Asia shouldn’t have to choose between US and China, says French ambassador to Singapore

Headquartered in Singapore, the property technology company — which also has operations in Malaysia, Vietnam and Thailand — made the announcement on February 13, detailing the closure of its home service platform Sendhelper, mortgage broker service PropertyGuru Finance, and its data and software solutions department.

Singapore / 18 Feb 2025

In Singapore, PropertyGuru lays off 174 employees, shutters key business units in restructuring effort

On January 11, Singapore's Immigration and Checkpoints Authority (ICA) confirmed that scammers had exploited a vulnerability in its online service, allowing them to change residential addresses. — Picture from Facebook/ICA

Singapore / 18 Feb 2025

Singaporean’s address changed illegally by scammers, triggering banking issues and investigation

Pritam Singh, secretary-general of the opposition Workers’ Party, speaks to reporters after the verdict in his trial at the State court in Singapore on February 17, 2025. — AFP pic

Singapore / 18 Feb 2025

Pritam Singh eligible to contest Singapore 2025 election as sentences for offences don’t meet disqualification threshold, says Elections Dept

Voyeurism cases, including upskirt offences, saw a 9 per cent increase, reaching 519 cases in 2024. — Pexels.com pic

Singapore / 17 Feb 2025

Shoplifting, voyeurism cases see uptick in Singapore in 2024; molestation cases decline

Singapore’s Workers’ Party Chief Pritam Singh walks outside the State Courts in Singapore February 17, 2025. — Reuters pic

Singapore / 17 Feb 2025

Singapore’s Workers’ Party chief Pritam Singh fined maximum S$7,000 per charge for lying to parliament, expert says he won’t be disqualified

Electronics exports remained strong, growing by 9.6 per cent year-on-year, following an 18.6 per cent expansion in the previous month. Integrated circuits, PCs, and disk media products were the primary drivers, increasing by 14.6 per cent, 66.7 per cent, and 31.5 per cent, respectively. — AFP pic

Singapore / 17 Feb 2025

Singapore’s exports drop 2.1pc in Jan, ending two-month growth streak

Pritam Singh, secretary-general of the opposition Workers’ Party, arrives at the State Court to face the verdict in his trial for allegedly lying to the Committee of Privileges (COP) in Singapore on February 17, 2025. — AFP pic

Singapore / 17 Feb 2025

Singapore opposition leader Pritam Singh found guilty of lying to parliament on two counts