Ringgit extends positive momentum to open higher against US dollar
The ringgit traded higher against the US Dollar in today's early session, driven by continued buying interest towards the local currency.
Mon Oct 21 2024
Consider This: Middle East Crisis (Part 2) - Is Regional War Imminent?
The Israeli military has continued to carry out air raids across Lebanon, while also intensifying its strikes across Gaza over the past 48 hours. This after Iran launched a missile attack at Israel in response to Israeli assassinations of top Hamas and Hezbollah leaders. Amid the soaring violence and escalating tensions, how close are we to a regional war in the middle east? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Muath Seyam, Senior Fellow at the Asia Middle East Centre for Research and Dialogue.
Fri Oct 04 2024
Consider This: Middle East Crisis (Part 1) - Is Regional War Imminent?
The Israeli military has continued to carry out air raids across Lebanon, while also intensifying its strikes across Gaza over the past 48 hours. This after Iran launched a missile attack at Israel in response to Israeli assassinations of top Hamas and Hezbollah leaders. Amid the soaring violence and escalating tensions, how close are we to a regional war in the middle east? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Dr Ferooze Ali, Senior Lecturer at the Faculty of Law and International Relations at Universiti Sultan Zainal Abidin in Terengganu.
Fri Oct 04 2024
More countries urge their citizens to leave Lebanon
More countries around the world are urging their citizens to evacuate Lebanon as tensions in the region intensify, following continued Israeli airstrikes on the country.
Thu Sep 26 2024
Ringgit rises to near 11-month high against US dollar
The ringgit continued its uptrend today, closing at a near 11-month high of RM4.58 against the US dollar.
Wed Jul 31 2024
Bank Negara Malaysia keeps OPR unchanged at 3.00 pct
Bank Negara Malaysia said the global economy continues to expand amid resilient labour markets and continued recovery in global trade.
Thu Jul 11 2024
Bursa Malaysia opens higher, echoing Wall Street's record-breaking rally
Bursa Malaysia continued its uptrend on Thursday amidst bullish global risk appetite after the Wall Street hit another record high.
Thu Jul 11 2024
Foreign investors became net buyers of RM394.5 mln equities last week - MIDF
MIDF said local institutions continued to play their role in supporting the local bourse with a net buying of RM32.2 million last week.
Tue Jul 09 2024
No answer from AGC on Rosmah's third representation to drop charges - Lawyer
Datin Seri Rosmah Mansor's money laundering and tax evasion trial continued, despite no response from the AGC to her dismissal request.
Thu Jul 04 2024
Olympics - Athletes face heat risks at Paris Games, report says
Continued increases in global temperatures could jeopardise future editions of the Games.
Fri Jun 21 2024
Harvard pro-Palestinian students end encampment but vow continued protest
The university agreed to discuss its endowment with the protesters and begin reconsidering involuntary leaves it imposed on some.
Wed May 15 2024
PM scheduled to have an online meeting with Google today
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said Malaysia has continued to receive interests from foreign investors.
Mon May 06 2024
Thai military step up patrols along Myanmar border as clashes continue
Anti-junta rebels continued to clash with a weakened military that has suffered a string of defeats in frontier areas.
Wed Apr 10 2024
Ringgit weakens at opening as economic data continue to prop up US dollar
The ringgit slipped further against the US dollar when the market opened today, as positive US economic data points continued to support the greenback.
Tue Apr 02 2024
Ringgit opens lower vs US dollar, stronger against other major currencies
The ringgit continued to open lower against the U.S. dollar amid higher-than-expected U.S. inflation data which suggested the Federal Reserve (Fed) might keep the interest rate steady.
Wed Feb 14 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
Former New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern receives UN leadership award
Former New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern was given a global leadership award by the United Nations Foundation.
Fri Nov 22 2024
ICC'S arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant an apt decision - PM
The decision of the ICC to issue arrest warrants against Benjamin Netanyahu and Yoav Gallant is apt, said Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Fri Nov 22 2024
KTMB provides two additional ETS trains for Christmas, school holidays
KTMB will provide two additional ETS trains for the KL Sentral-Padang Besar route and return trips in conjunction with the holidays.
Fri Nov 22 2024
BNM'S international reserves rise to USD118 bil as at Nov 15, 2024
Malaysia's international reserves rose to US$118.0 billion as at Nov 15, 2024, up from US$117.6 billion on Oct 30, 2024.
Fri Nov 22 2024