Tesla promises paid robotaxis next year, but significant hurdles remain
Elon Musk said the electric vehicle maker will roll out driverless ride-hailing services to the public in California and Texas next year.
Thu Oct 24 2024
Indonesia hails Chinese firm as first foreign investor in troubled new capital
Chinese property firm Delonix Group is "the pioneering foreign company investing in the new capital," said President Jokowi.
Wed Sep 25 2024
AWANI Tonight: Gig industry: Consequences of unregulated algorithmic management on workers
Dr Rachel Gong from Khazanah Research Institute discusses some negative impacts algorithmic management may have in the gig industry and calls for more regulations surrounding new technologies.
Thu Sep 05 2024
New Zealand PM hails Malaysia's potential, strengthen NZ-Malaysia relations
Christopher Luxon emphasised Southeast Asia, especially Malaysia, as a key region for New Zealand's economic and strategic interests.
Wed Sep 04 2024
Biden hails Harris as DNC's future in emotional farewell speech
Joe Biden urges Democrats to unite behind a candidate who could become the first woman elected US president if victorious on Nov. 5.
Tue Aug 20 2024
China's drivers fret as robotaxis pick up pace - and passengers
Ride-hailing and taxi drivers face job loss threats from AI as thousands of robotaxis begin operating on Chinese streets.
Fri Aug 09 2024
Consider This: River of Life Project (Part 2) - Afloat in Troubled Waters?
Launched with the vision of transforming the polluted rivers of Sungai Gombak and Sungai Klang into a vibrant city waterfront, KL’s River of Life project was hailed as a beacon of urban renewal. However, according to the latest Auditor-General’s Report, the River of Life project is neither likely to meet its deadline to be completed this year, nor has it met any of its objectives—despite close to RM4 billion already spent on the project. On this episode of episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Ch'ng Gaik Bee @ Dalilah Bee Abdullah, Former Director of DBKL’s Building Control Department.
Wed Jul 17 2024
Consider This: River of Life Project (Part 1) - Afloat in Troubled Waters?
Launched with the vision of transforming the polluted rivers of Sungai Gombak and Sungai Klang into a vibrant city waterfront, KL’s River of Life project was hailed as a beacon of urban renewal. However, according to the latest Auditor-General’s Report, the River of Life project is neither likely to meet its deadline to be completed this year, nor has it met any of its objectives—despite close to RM4 billion already spent on the project. On this episode of episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Dr Shuhana Shamsuddin, founder & first President of The Malaysian Urban Design Association PEREKABANDAR, which is a registered NGO championing good urban design practices, with aspirations to reclaim the character of Malaysian cities.
Wed Jul 17 2024
Parliament: OKU with D/DA driving license, not prohibited from having PSV E-Hailing License
Deputy Transport Minister said they can apply for a license with health verification from a registered medical practitioner.
Wed Jul 10 2024
Johor Regent wants justice for alleged assault on e-hailing driver
Tunku Ismail also said the act of associating external security personnel with himself and the entire Royal Institution was deemed inappropriate.
Fri May 31 2024
King Charles hails Commonwealth but misses annual celebrations
King Charles was forced to postpone public appearances while he undergoes treatment for an unspecified form of cancer.
Mon Mar 11 2024
Taxi, school bus drivers to enjoy Socso contributions from next month - Loke
Anthony Loke said, the move was to provide social protection to taxi and school bus drivers in the event of an accident.
Fri Feb 23 2024
US achieves first moon landing in half century with private spacecraft
NASA hailed the landing as major achievement of sending commercially flown spacecraft on scientific scouting missions to the moon.
Fri Feb 23 2024
P-hailing drivers, riders can enjoy internet package from as low as RM33 from today - Fahmi
The data plan of at least 40GB offered from today until April 23, is most likely to be extended later, according to Fahmi Fadzil
Tue Jan 23 2024
There were traces of blood inside and outside Myvi car - Witness
Six policemen and a civilian is charged with killing e-hailing driver Nurman Bakaratu, along with Mat Zaki Md Zain accused of abetting.
Mon Jan 22 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
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