Malaysia set to gain over US$100 billion in trade boost from BRI
Malaysia ranks among the top three trade partners in China's Belt and Road Initiative.
Thu Jul 25 2024
Trump picks onetime critic J.D. Vance, now a fierce defender, as his running mate
The selection of James David Vance could boost Donald Trump's turnout in the "Rust Belt" states where the election will likely be decided
Tue Jul 16 2024
[COLUMNIST] From transit to transformation: Unlocking the KL-SG HSR’s potential
There is an urgent need to devote more thought to how the HSR can unlock its immense potential for the benefit of the MANY Malaysians.
Tue Jun 18 2024
China's changing fortunes
Rumours of China's demise come and go, but how it responds to the current crisis will have far-ranging consequences.
Sat Jun 08 2024
Singapore Air tweaks seatbelt sign policy, alters route after turbulence incident
The airline is adopting a more cautious approach to turbulence, including not serving hot drinks or meals when the seat belt sign is on.
Fri May 24 2024
Malaysia open to extending China-led rail project to Thai border
The RM50.27 billion railway is on track to connect the east and west coasts of peninsular Malaysia by the end of 2026.
Thu Mar 28 2024
Earth’s early evolution: Fresh insights from rocks formed 3.5 billion years ago
These rocks are found in the oldest parts of what are today the continents, called cratons.
Sat Feb 24 2024
TVET institutions set to send 500 young talent to China for enhanced skills training
The selected young talents have passed Levels 2 and 3 of the M'sian Skills Certificate certified by the Skills Development Department.
Wed Feb 07 2024
Attacks in Nigeria's Plateau state leave at least 30 dead
There's been series of attacks around Mangu town, despite a curfew imposed by the state government.
Fri Jan 26 2024
Child falling out of moving car: Police tracking down vehicle owner
Police said the child was believed to have been thrown out of the car because the rear left passenger side door was not closed properly.
Wed Oct 18 2023
Putin praises 'dear friend' Xi, pitches Russia's Northern Sea route
Vladimir Putin called Xi Jinping his "dear friend" and heaped praise on the Belt and Road Initiative for bringing the world together.
Wed Oct 18 2023
Putin visits 'dear friend' Xi in show of no-limits partnership
Xi Jinping invited Vladimir Putin to attend the third Belt and Road forum in Beijing.
Tue Oct 17 2023
Over 60 Jamaican school kids hospitalized after eating cannabis rainbow candy
The packet of "full throttle rainbow sour belts" each containing 100 milligrams of THC is considered a strong dose for experienced adults.
Wed Oct 04 2023
Puma gives birth to rare albino cub in Nicaragua
The tiny, pink-nosed puma at Thomas Belt Zoo in Juigalpa marks the Central American country's first albino puma to be born in captivity.
Sat Sep 02 2023
UFC: Sean O'Malley KOs Aljamain Sterling to secure bantamweight belt
Sean O'Malley became the new bantamweight champion on Saturday night by knocking out Aljamain Sterling during the main event at UFC 292 in Boston.
Sun Aug 20 2023
Japanese manicurist takes on plastic pollution, one nail at a time
Before global leaders address plastic pollution, a Japanese manicurist highlights the issue by incorporating it into her nail designs.
Sat Nov 23 2024
What to watch for ahead of US presidential inauguration
Here's a timeline of events between now and inauguration day.
Sat Nov 23 2024
The battle to reduce road deaths
In Malaysia, over half a million road accidents have been recorded so far this year.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Pro-Palestinian NGOs seek court order to stop Dutch arms exports to Israel
The Dutch state, as a signatory to the 1948 Genocide Convention, has a duty to take all reasonable measures at its disposal to prevent genocide.
Sat Nov 23 2024
How quickly can Trump's Musk-led efficiency panel slash US regulations?
Moves by Trump and his appointees to eliminate existing rules will be met with legal challenges, as many progressive groups and Democratic officials have made clear.
Sat Nov 23 2024
2TM: Consultations on PTPTN loans, admission to IPTA at MOHE booth
Consultations on PTPTN loans and admission to IPTA are among services provided at the Higher Education Ministry booth.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Kampung Tanjung Kala residents affected by flooded bridge every time it rains heavily
Almost 200 residents from 60 homes in Kampung Tanjung Kala have ended up stuck when their 200-metre (m) long concrete bridge flooded.
Sat Nov 23 2024
COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year
The draft finance deal criticised by both developed and developing nations.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Bomb squad sent to London's Gatwick Airport after terminal evacuation
This was following the discovery of a suspected prohibited item in luggage.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Kelantan urges caution amidst northeast monsoon rains
Kelantan has reminded the public in the state to refrain from outdoor activities with the arrival of the Northeast Monsoon season.
Fri Nov 22 2024