MRT3 projects construction may only commence in 2027 - MRT
The on-site construction of the Mass Rapid Transit 3 project may only commence in 2027 after Mass Rapid Transit Corporation Sdn Bhd (completes the land acquisition process, MRT Corp chief CEO said.
Mon Nov 18 2024
Malaysia experiences slower population growth Q3 2024 - DOSM
Chief Statistician Datuk Seri Dr Mohd Uzir Mahidin says the lower growth could be attributed to the decline of child births.
Thu Nov 14 2024
The late Daim, from ex-banker and realtor to nation's economic troubleshooter
Tun Daim Zainuddin is best known as former Prime Minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad's chief economic troubleshooter.
Wed Nov 13 2024
At UN, US warns Israel against forcible displacement, starvation in Gaza
Israeli authorities are blocking humanitarian assistance from entering North Gaza, where fighting continues, says acting UN aid chief.
Wed Nov 13 2024
COP29: Pay up or face climate-led disaster for humanity, warns UN chief
Antonio Guterres says time is running out to limit a destructive rise in global temperatures.
Tue Nov 12 2024
Trump picks Susie Wiles as his White House chief of staff
As gatekeeper to the president, Susie Wiles will also be the first woman to serve as White House chief of staff.
Fri Nov 08 2024
UNRWA chief says Israeli forces damaged agency's West Bank office; Israel disputes claim
The Israeli military issued a statement denying responsibility for any damage to the building.
Fri Nov 01 2024
Iran's nuclear facilities unaffected by Israeli attack, says IAEA chief
Director-General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), Rafael Grossi has confirmed that Iran's nuclear facilities were not affected in the latest Israeli attack.
Sun Oct 27 2024
Police hunt for Sibu shooting suspect
Police are actively tracking down the suspect who shot a man in Lorong Wong King Huo 21, here yesterday afternoon.
Fri Oct 25 2024
Putin does not deny reports about North Korea troops
The Kremlin chief specifically mentioned Article 4 of the Russian partnership deal with North Korea, which deals with mutual defence.
Fri Oct 25 2024
Cultural parade in Teluk Intan held without permit - Perak Police Chief
Police have confirmed that the parade at Dataran Menara Condong in Teluk Intan, which saw the participants waving China flags, was held without a permit.
Fri Oct 25 2024
IMF chief says world economy at risk of low-growth malaise, rising dissatisfaction
The IMF releases new economic forecasts showing that global GDP growth will decline slightly by 20.9 to 3.1 pct from 3.2 pct this year.
Fri Oct 25 2024
Malaysia's September inflation eases to 1.8 pct - DOSM
Chief statistician Datuk Seri Dr Mohd Uzir Mahidin noted that most states recorded inflation rates below the national level of 1.8 per cent.
Thu Oct 24 2024
US has not seen evidence of Hezbollah cash bunker under Beirut hospital, Pentagon chief says
Israel's military said Hezbollah has stashed hundreds of millions of dollars in cash and gold in a bunker built under a hospital in Beirut.
Thu Oct 24 2024
Consider This: Budget 2025 (Part 2) — The Right Dose for Healthcare?
The Health Ministry has been allocated RM45.3 billion in Budget 2025, which is the second highest after the education ministry. It’s an almost 10% increase from the previous budget. Will it be enough to address the many issues affecting Malaysia’s public healthcare system? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks with Azrul Mohd Khalib, Chief Executive of the Galen Centre for Health and Social Policy, a healthcare policy research and advocacy outfit.
Mon Oct 21 2024
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