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ASEAN members should focus on sustainable development as a group - Economist

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

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

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 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

[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

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

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'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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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