Ringgit extends positive momentum to open higher against US dollar
The ringgit traded higher against the US Dollar in today's early session, driven by continued buying interest towards the local currency.
Mon Oct 21 2024
[OPINION] Building momentum towards inclusivity, equity, and rights for Malaysia’s women and girls
UNFPA Malaysia celebrates the nations progress with respect to the protection and wellbeing of its people, especially its women.
Fri Aug 30 2024
Ringgit sustains positive momentum versus US dollar ahead of US rate decision
A boost in global market sentiment and strong domestic economic prospects have bolstered the local currency.
Wed Jul 31 2024
Paris Olympics 2024: Badminton squad continues positive momentum in Paris
Malaysia's mix doubles pair Tang Jie-Toh Ee Wei defied all odds to defeat China's world number two pair Feng Yan Zhe-Huang Dong Ping.
Tue Jul 30 2024
Ringgit continues its upward momentum to open higher against US dollar
The ringgit was mostly higher against its ASEAN peers but depreciated vis-a-vis the Singapore dollar.
Wed Jun 05 2024
Malaysia set to hit 2023 GDP target based on positive economic momentum - DOSM
It is during 4Q that consumers tend to spend more than usual, including for back-to-school, new year and festive spending.
Thu Jan 04 2024
Construction sector expands 9.6% to RM33.4 bil in Q3 - DOSM
The momentum was driven by a double-digit growth in the civil engineering sub-sector and a surge in the special trade activities.
Thu Nov 09 2023
Sound fiscal policy to support sustainable growth - PM
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said domestic spending continues to drive the momentum, underpinned by strong economic fundamentals.
Fri Oct 13 2023
MADANI Economy to drive positive change in Malaysia
The theme "Empowering the People" maintains the government's momentum towards human capital development in Malaysia.
Fri Jul 28 2023
Double blow for Thailand's Pita as legal cases mount on eve of PM vote
Two separate complaints against Pita Limjaroenrat gained momentum, threatening to derail his leadership bid for the premiership vote.
Wed Jul 12 2023
India's stalled monsoon to gain momentum in 3-4 days-weather officials
The monsoon delivers nearly 70pct of the rain needed to water its farms and recharge reservoirs and aquifers.
Tue Jun 20 2023
Asia's factories struggle for momentum amid patchy recovery
Vietnam, Malaysia and Taiwan also saw factory activity shrink in May, while that of the Philippines expanded, the surveys showed.
Thu Jun 01 2023
India Open: Aaron-Wooi Yik fall to China pair in final
Aaron Chia-Soh Wooi Yik got off to a great start but could not keep up the momentum en route to losing in the men's doubles final of the India Open badminton championships in New Delhi today.
Sun Jan 22 2023
Ringgit extends gains against greenback on expectation of slower US interest rate hike pace
The ringgit continued its positive momentum this morning to open slightly higher against the greenback on the expectation of a US Federal Reserve downshift to a 25 basis points interest rate hike.
Mon Jan 16 2023
Petition pushes to replace Eva Peron's image with Lionel Messi in Buenos Aires
An online petition is gaining momentum to change one of Argentina's iconic images of Maria Eva Duarte de Peron, to World Cup winner, Lionel Messi.
Sat Dec 24 2022
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
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