United Nations warily awaits Donald Trump's return to power
Top UN concerns include potential US funding cuts and withdrawal from key global agreements and institutions.
Sat Nov 09 2024
Soccer - Former Manchester United manager Ferguson to leave ambassador role
There have been job cuts virtually across the board at United as part of cost-saving measures at the club.
Wed Oct 16 2024
ByteDance cuts over 700 jobs in Malaysia in shift towards AI moderation, sources say
Most employees in content moderation were notified of their dismissal via email late Wednesday, according to sources.
Fri Oct 11 2024
Ringgit opens stronger vs greenback amid hopes of US rate cuts
At the opening, the ringgit traded mostly lower against a basket of major currencies.
Tue Sep 17 2024
Kamala Harris picks Minnesota's Tim Walz for vice president
Tim Walz has pushed a progressive agenda that includes free school meals, goals for tackling climate change, tax cuts for the middle class.
Wed Aug 07 2024
Tesla Malaysia cuts prices for two models by RM8,000 in Malaysia
The electric carmaker said the price "decrement" has made Tesla EV more affordable and accessible to a border range of audiences.
Fri Apr 26 2024
Tesla cuts prices in China, Germany and around globe after US cuts
Tesla CEO Elon Musk reported that its global vehicle deliveries in the first quarter fell for the first time in nearly four years.
Mon Apr 22 2024
10-day water cuts in parts of Kota Kinabalu, Penampang
JANS said treated water production would be reduced from 189 million litres daily to 187 million litres following replacement works.
Thu Mar 07 2024
Sarawak's free Tertiary Education policy won't lead to tax increase
Sarawak's free tertiary education, which is expected to be implemented by 2026, will not lead to an increase in taxes or cuts in other areas of development.
Fri Dec 29 2023
Drastic Emissions Cuts, Transition to Renewable Energy Crucial as ‘Humanity’s Fate Hangs in the Balance’
Transcript of UN Secretary-General Antnio Guterres remarks to the World Climate Action Summit at COP28, Dubai
Sat Dec 02 2023
Terengganu Veterinary Dept seizes 9,120 kg pig carcasses
Dr Anun Man said that the seizure involved 228 pig carcass cuts and 29 boxes of pig organs, with a total value estimated at RM246,240.
Tue Nov 14 2023
Sistem i-Lesen cuts approval for six licenses to 24 hours
Nga Kor Ming the time period taken by JPSPN to approve a licence application is 24 hours after payment is made via Sistem i-Lesen.
Thu Nov 09 2023
U.S. House to press forward with spending cuts despite shutdown risk
The Republican-controlled House of Representatives is due to try to advance steep spending cuts this week that could force a partial shutdown of the U.S. government by next week.
Mon Sep 25 2023
YouTube cuts off Russell Brand's ad revenues after sexual assault allegations
YouTube said it had suspended monetisation on Russell Brand's channel after he violated its creator responsibility policy.
Tue Sep 19 2023
Bhutan cuts daily tourist fee by half to lure more visitors
The new rate of US$100 per night would come into effect from September and last for four years, the government said in a statement late on Friday (Aug 25).
Sun Aug 27 2023
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
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