ASEAN members should focus on sustainable development as a group - Economist
Jeffrey D Sachs, a world-renowned economics professor at Columbia University, says the new economy aims to be environmentally sustainable.
Tue Jan 14 2025
Ringgit opens lower against US dollar in early trade
Dr Mohd Afzanizam Abdul Rashid says the US labour market remains resilient, with the latest non-farm payroll data exceeding expectations.
Mon Jan 13 2025
Meta knew it used pirated books to train AI, authors say
The case is one of several alleging that copyrighted works by authors, artists and others used to develop AI products without permission.
Sat Jan 11 2025
Syria's new leaders face economy decimated by war, sanctions
Syria's economy has been decimated by more than a decade of civil war and sanctions that have severed it from the global financial system.
Fri Jan 10 2025
[OPINION] Circular Economy: A transformative path toward Malaysia’s sustainable future
Amid environmental and economic challenges, the nation must ask: How can growth stay resilient, inclusive, and sustainable?
Fri Jan 10 2025
Global decoupling offers significant opportunities for ASEAN - Nazir Razak
Decoupling refers to the process of reducing interdependence between two nations or groups of nations.
Thu Jan 09 2025
JS-SEZ: 3 Game-changing facts for Malaysia and Singapore
Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ) is one of the ways to strengthen Malaysia and Singapore economy and collaboration.
Tue Jan 07 2025
Apple's China troubles mount as foreign phone sales sink for 4th month
Apple, the dominant foreign smartphone maker in China, faces a slowing economy and competition from domestic rivals, such as Huawei.
Sat Jan 04 2025
12MP initiatives must be reviewed to identify service shortcomings - Ahmad Zahid
Initiatives under the 12th Malaysia Plan (12MP) must undergo a comprehensive review to evaluate achievements, address shortcomings, and enhance services for rural communities,
Thu Jan 02 2025
APEC returns to South Korea after 20 years, to zero in on innovation, digitalisation, sustainability
South Korea, which will be hosting the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) this year for the first time in 20 years, will focus on innovation, digitalisation and sustainability.
Thu Jan 02 2025
Heralding 2025: New Year, New You, New Me
Step into 2025 with bold aspirations and transformative ideas. Join Founder of Richard Ker Digital, Richard Ker, as we explore strategies for personal growth, digital innovation, and making the most of new beginnings. It’s time to embrace the "New Year, New You, New Me" mindset for a brighter, better future.
Thu Jan 02 2025
MACC to focus on eradicating grand corruption, returning misappropriated national assets, money in 2025
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) aims to focus on eradicating corruption in procurement, enforcement and grand corruption to help the country's economy.
Thu Dec 26 2024
Ringgit opens slightly higher vs greenback
The ringgit opened slightly higher against the US dollar on Thursday, supported by the yuan's stabilisation after the People's Bank of China decided against cutting rates earlier this week
Thu Dec 26 2024
Malaysia's economy expands 5.2 pct in first three quarters of 2024 - DOSM
The growth signifies a notable improvement from the 3.8 per cent growth recorded during the same period in 2023.
Tue Dec 24 2024
How Donald Trump could reshape US policies and politics in 2025
The economy was the number one issue facing Americans during Trump's presidential campaign, specifically inflation and high prices at the grocery store.
Mon Dec 23 2024
EU reassesses tech probes into Apple, Google and Meta, FT reports
The tech giants have urged US President-elect Donald Trump to challenge European Union's regulatory scrutiny against them.
Tue Jan 14 2025
Women's restrooms and new tiles at Batu Caves to be ready for Thaipusam
Tan Sri R. Nadarajah says, about RM6 million has been spent to date to carry out repair and maintenance works at the place of worship.
Tue Jan 14 2025
Federal Court sets March 13-14 for hearing of final appeals in Kevin Morais' murder case
Six men are appealing against the Court of Appeal's decision to uphold their conviction for murder and the death sentences.
Tue Jan 14 2025
UK man fined RM700 for entering protected area at KLIA
Polak Kendon is charged with entering a protected area at Gate C, level five of KLIA T1, without a valid pass.
Tue Jan 14 2025
Indonesia plans minimum age for social media use
The move aims at protecting children, its communications minister says.
Tue Jan 14 2025
Level Up: The Superman guide to the future of work
By 2030, tasks performed solely by humans are expected to shrink from 47% to 33%.
Tue Jan 14 2025
Future-proof your career: Master these 5 core skills to thrive by 2025
As automation takes over routine tasks, creativity will become a defining trait for employees.
Tue Jan 14 2025
Why the labour market is evolving and how employers are adapting
As AI and technology advance, skills like cognitive abilities, ethics, and technology-related expertise will either gain or lose importance.
Tue Jan 14 2025
US Justice Dept releases report on Trump attempt to overturn 2020 election
Investigations found Trump spread false 2020 voter fraud claims, pressured lawmakers, and pushed fake electors to overturn 2020 election.
Tue Jan 14 2025
Sydney closes nine beaches due to mysterious ball-shaped debris
Most of the samples of the ball-shaped debris were the size of marbles, with some larger, says Northern Beaches Council.
Tue Jan 14 2025