
MOE bans sale of vape-like candies in schools - Fadhlina
The Education Ministry would take strict action against any party found selling food that could endanger students' safety.
Mon Mar 10 2025

Using gender lens in drug decriminalisation efforts
Decriminalising drugs would help all, especially women, who are among the worst impacted despite being less likely to use drugs.
Sun Mar 09 2025
MWC 2025: TM leading Malaysia’s digital leap with AI, 5G
As Malaysia accelerates its digital transformation, investments in AI, 5G, and cloud infrastructure are becoming critical to shaping the nation’s future. The digital economy is expected to contribute more than 25% to Malaysia’s GDP by 2025, with key players like Telekom Malaysia (TM) at the forefront of this evolution. From Private 5G solutions to AI-driven enterprise services, TM is laying the foundation for Malaysia to emerge as a regional technology hub.
Thu Mar 06 2025

Obesity rates soaring globally in 'monumental social failure', study says
Obesity is associated with an increased risk of serious health problems like diabetes, some cancers, and heart disease.
Wed Mar 05 2025

Sudanese army plane crashes in residential area, 46 killed
Military sources said that the plane crash was most likely due to technical reasons.
Wed Feb 26 2025
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[COLUMNIST] Can Malaysia replicate South Korea’s economic miracle? Lessons from wage-led growth
Policymakers must take bolder measures to avoid missing a transformative opportunity like South Korea's, says EMIR Research.
Wed Feb 26 2025
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[OPINION] Exploring the environmental impact of hybrid working
For a country like Malaysia, the widespread shift to remote work carries unforeseen consequences.
Tue Feb 25 2025

Likely next German chancellor Merz questions NATO's future in 'current form'
Friedrich Merz says Europe must quickly establish an independent defence capability.
Tue Feb 25 2025

Arab states scramble to counter Trump's Gaza 'Riviera' plan
Arab states trying to devise an alternative plan have yet to tackle critical issues like who will foot the bill for Gaza's reconstruction.
Sat Feb 22 2025

White House says Musk is not DOGE employee, has no authority to make decisions
Like other senior White House advisors, Mr Musk has no actual or formal authority to make govt decisions himself, according to court filing.
Tue Feb 18 2025

Like dictators before him, Trump threatens international peace and security
Trump's threats are no way to treat an ally, but unfortunately for him, international law is on Canada's side.
Sun Feb 16 2025

Six dead at resort construction site fire in South Korea's Busan
The fire agency says the blaze likely started in insulation material near an indoor pool on the first floor.
Fri Feb 14 2025

Israel seen as likely to attack Iran by midyear, Washington Post reports
US intelligence warns that Israel is likely to launch a preemptive attack on Iran's nuclear program by midyear.
Thu Feb 13 2025

Trump says US might lose patience with ceasefire deal over Israeli hostages' appearance
Trump says the Israeli hostages released over the weekend looked like Holocaust survivors.
Mon Feb 10 2025

AI could replace 70 per cent of tasks in computer-based jobs, study says
According to experts, artificial intelligence is likely to have a "seismic impact" on the economy and society.
Sun Feb 09 2025

AI Revolution: Will Malaysia’s workforce sink or swim?
AI is no longer a distant concept, it is actively transforming industries, reshaping job markets, and redefining the skills needed.
Tue Mar 11 2025

Dalai Lama says his successor to be born outside China
Beijing insists it will choose his successor, but the Dalai Lama says any successor named by China would not be respected.
Tue Mar 11 2025

Philippines' ex-President Duterte arrested at ICC's request over 'drugs war', government says
Rodrigo Duterte was arrested upon his arrival at a Manila airport and the ex-leader is now in custody, the office of the president said.
Tue Mar 11 2025

US judge says Musk's DOGE must release records on operations run in 'secrecy'
The ruling, the first of its kind, marks an early victory for advocates pushing DOGE to be more transparent about its role in mass firings.
Tue Mar 11 2025

How to Get to Merdeka 118: Your Complete Guide
Heres everything you need to know about getting there efficiently.
Tue Mar 11 2025

Trump's renewed interest in Greenland lacks respect, says prime minister
Greenland, whose population is only 57,000, belongs to its people and that it should decide on its own future, says it's PM.
Tue Mar 11 2025

Why Canada is jailing more Indigenous people despite Trudeau's promises
Sentencing rules, supervisory orders and parole denials drive higher incarceration rates.
Tue Mar 11 2025

BRICS' climate leadership aims hang on healing deep divides
So far the middle-income BRICS have resisted demands from cash-strapped developed countries that they should share financial liability.
Tue Mar 11 2025

As US restores some aid, humanitarian groups ask: where is the money?
The United Nations has started evaluating "choices we are making on which lives not to save" due to cuts.
Tue Mar 11 2025

Social media platform X down again for thousands of users, Downdetector shows
Elon Musk's social media platform X was down again for thousands of users in the United States, according to Downdetector.com.
Mon Mar 10 2025