Thailand rolls out cash stimulus package to boost economy
Thailand has launched the first phase of its cash stimulus package, worth over 145.55 billion baht (100 Baht = RM12.62), aimed at boosting economic activity
Thu Sep 26 2024
Thailand kicks off first phase of $14 bln "digital wallet" stimulus scheme
The initial phase will see 10,000 baht distributed in cash to 14.5 million welfare card holders and disabled people.
Wed Sep 25 2024
Malaysia to acquire trains through $2.4 billion leasing deal with China
In the plan's first phase from 2024 to 2027, the government aims to acquire 62 new passenger train units.
Wed Aug 14 2024
Biden details Gaza truce proposal, Hamas responds positively
The first phase involves a six-week ceasefire when Israeli forces would withdraw from "all populated areas" of Gaza
Sat Jun 01 2024
Eyeing China, Biden and allies unveil nuclear-powered submarine plan for Australia
First phase to see Australia buying US subs in early 2030s.
Tue Mar 14 2023
Penang, Langkawi, Kedah, KL part of pioneer phase of DE Rantau
Penang, Langkawi, Kedah and Kuala Lumpur have been chosen as pioneer locations for the first phase of the DE Rantau programme in an effort to turn Malaysia into a digital nomad hub of choice.
Tue Sep 13 2022
PerantiSiswa: 60 pct of applications under phase one programme approved - Annuar
Sixty per cent of the nearly 100,000 applications received for the first phase of the PerantiSiswa programme was approved through initial screening.
Sun Sep 11 2022
School locker installation to roll out by end of Sept - Radzi
The first phase of lockers in primary schools with two sessions will be installed at the end of this month, according to Senior Education Minister Datuk Dr Radzi Jidin.
Mon Sep 05 2022
PerantiSiswa Keluarga Malaysia programme receives encouraging response - K-KOMM
The response to the PerantiSiswa Keluarga Malaysia programme for B40 students is encouraging with 90,000 applications in the first phase.
Fri Sep 02 2022
YTL Data Centers and Sea break ground with RM1.5bil first phase of 500MW YTL Green Data Center Park in Johor
The YTL Green Data Center Park will be the largest of its kind regionally, spearheading Johor's position as a world-class data hub.
Thu Aug 25 2022
Saudi Arabia announces success of first phase of 2022 haj season's operational plan
The General Presidency for the Affairs of the Grand Mosque and the Prophet's Mosque announced the success of the first phase of the operational plan for the 1443H Haj season with no 'incidents'.
Sat Jul 09 2022
JPJ says licences must be renewed before June 30
The extension was granted following the implementation of the first phase of the MCO 3.0 from June 1, 2021, Zailani Hashim said.
Fri Jun 24 2022
First phase of BMTKM programme to start mid-May - Mustapa
The implementation of the first phase of the BMTKM programme involving 5,000 heads of households (KIR) in 80 localities nationwide is expected to begin in the middle of this month.
Sun May 01 2022
MIT explores a central bank digital currency model for the US
It is the first phase of what the group has dubbed the "Hamilton Project," intended only for research and not for public deployment.
Wed Feb 23 2022
Post-flood clean-up at 98.17 pct overall - NADMA
Clean-up works of post-flood waste at six states have reached an overall 98.17 per cent under the first phase and 100 per cent for the second phase.
Sun Jan 16 2022
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
Findings by dark energy researchers back Einstein's conception of gravity
The findings announced are part of a years-long study of the history of the cosmos focusing upon dark energy.
Fri Nov 22 2024
NRES responds to Rimbawatch press release on COP29
The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability (NRES) wishes to offer the following clarifications to the issues raised.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Online Safety Bill and Anti-Cyberbullying Laws must carefully balance rights and protections
The Online Safety Advocacy Group (OSAG) stands united with people in Malaysia in the fight against serious online harms.
Fri Nov 22 2024