KLIA tops list of low-cost Megahubs
Globally, KLIA has moved up to the second place in the Top 50 Megahubs list this year, and is the most connected airport in Asia Pacific.
Wed Sep 11 2024
M'sia, Spain forge ahead in science, technology and innovation through MYSIP collaboration
This innovative, ecological and low-cost solution has significant potential in waste management and recycling technology markets.
Mon Nov 27 2023
India's palm oil imports hit 27-month low, buyers pick cheaper soft oils - dealers
Price-sensitive Asian buyers typically rely on palm oil because of the low cost and quick shipping times.
Tue Jun 06 2023
Sultan Ibrahim hits out against poor state of cleanliness of low-cost flats in Johor
Sultan Ibrahim said he is also not satisfied with the cleaning services provided by SWM Environment Sdn Bhd in Johor.
Mon May 15 2023
AirAsia bags world's best low-cost airline for 13th straight year
AirAsia has been crowned the World's Best Low-Cost Airline at the Skytrax World Airline Awards 2022 for the 13th consecutive year.
Sat Sep 24 2022
Corporate figure Mustapha Kamal dies
Tan Sri Mustapha Kamal was responsible for developing more than 12,000 low-cost houses in Selangor and Perak.
Mon Jul 25 2022
Japan's low-cost soul food noodles may become casualty of Ukraine war
Russian buckwheat can still be imported, but instability and shipping disruptions have hampered and delayed procurement.
Mon May 02 2022
Border reopening a boost for AirAsia as airline targets 95 per cent load factor
Low-cost carrier AirAsia expects the border reopening to be a boost as it targets to record 95 per cent load factor by the end of this year.
Fri Apr 01 2022
Airasia, Singapore Tourism Board ink MOU to promote travels to Singapore
Airasia and the Singapore Tourism Board (STB) have signed a MOU to promote travels to Singapore, which the Malaysian multinational low-cost airline has identified as a key market.
Wed Feb 16 2022
India: The land of low-cost smartphones
With some 150 mln smartphones sold in 2020, India is the world's second-biggest market for the devices, behind China, but ahead of the US.
Wed Nov 10 2021
Malaysia's AirAsia to buy Gojek's Thailand business for $50 million
Under the deal, Gojek would take a stake in AirAsia's digital arm, while the low-cost carrier would acquire Gojek's business in Thailand.
Wed Jul 07 2021
AirAsia shares fall 2.66 pct in early trade
As at 11.40 am, the low-cost carrier shed three sen to RM1.10, with 35.63 million shares changing hands.
Tue Mar 30 2021
Unemployment among KL urban poor doubles since September - UNICEF
Unemployment among heads of low-income urban families in Kuala Lumpur low-cost flat has doubled during the last year's Conditional Movement Control Order (CMCO).
Mon Feb 08 2021
Hong Kong budget carrier joins 'flights to nowhere' trend
A preview flight carrying around 110 passengers took off on Thursday afternoon, circled Hong Kong and returned 90 minutes later.
Fri Oct 16 2020
Khazanah says Firefly could become Malaysia's new national airline - report
Khazanah, the sole shareholder in MAG, will discuss next steps when the outcome of restructuring talks becomes clearer.
Wed Oct 14 2020
Japanese manicurist takes on plastic pollution, one nail at a time
Before global leaders address plastic pollution, a Japanese manicurist highlights the issue by incorporating it into her nail designs.
Sat Nov 23 2024
What to watch for ahead of US presidential inauguration
Here's a timeline of events between now and inauguration day.
Sat Nov 23 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