Chinese women economists called 'traitors' online for meeting with Yellen
The women have been lambasted by some netizens who accused them of treason for meeting Janet Yellen and being "radical feminists".
Mon Jul 10 2023
Yellen's China visit aims at 'new normal' with Beijing
U.S. officials say they expect "candid" discussions during Yellen's July 6-9 trip.
Wed Jul 05 2023
Trump pick Malpass surprises with early exit from World Bank
Malpass will depart the multilateral development bank by the end of June.
Thu Feb 16 2023
Ukraine and Russia: What you need to know right now
The European Commission is set to adopt its seventh package of sanctions against Russia, which will add a ban to the import of Russian gold.
Fri Jul 15 2022
'Hell' in Ukraine's Donbas as Russia piles on pressure, warns Zelenskiy
Donbas region is completely destroyed, Zelenskiy said.
Fri May 20 2022
Biden's $1.9 trillion COVID-19 bill wins final approval in House
Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen said in a statement that passage of the legislation was a pivotal day for the U.S. economy and would speed its recovery.
Thu Mar 11 2021
Biden, citing 'economic imperative,' orders faster relief checks, more food aid
Biden's stimulus package addresses the economic effects of the pandemic has support from business, labor, Wall Street and Main Street.
Sat Jan 23 2021
Wall Street set to open near record high as Biden takes office; Netflix soars
Bets on a bigger pandemic relief plan and higher infrastructure spending under the Biden administration is driving major U.S. stock indexes to all-time peaks.
Wed Jan 20 2021
Asian shares hit a record high after Yellen calls for big spending
Yellen said the benefits of a big stimulus package are greater than the expenses of a higher debt burden.
Wed Jan 20 2021
Biden to name Yellen to Treasury to lead US from sharp economic downturn
Investors see Yellen as a force for more fiscal action to combat the economic crisis unleashed by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Tue Nov 24 2020
U.S. Fed raises interest rates
An interest rate increase signals The Fed's confidence towards the strength of US economic growth.
Thu Dec 14 2017
Ringgit to trade softer against US dollar next week
The US Federal Reserve chair, Janet Yellen, had already hinted of further interest rate increases following a strong employment and inflation data released last Wednesday.
Sat Jan 21 2017
Ringgit falls to touch 4.4 mark against US dollar
The ringgit went lower, touching the 4.4030 mark against the US dollar as investors responded to the US Federal Reserve System's (Fed) Chair Janet Yellen's remark yesterday signalling that the US inte
Fri Nov 18 2016
Stocks extend post-Fed bounce in Asia as Dollar finds strength
Gradual approach to rates will follow 25 basis-point hike. Oil back below $36 a barrel after tumble on U.S. supplies.
Thu Dec 17 2015
Fed raises interest rates, citing ongoing U.S. recovery
"The economic recovery has clearly come a long way."
Thu Dec 17 2015
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