World's biggest nuclear plant in Japan to resume path towards restart
Tepco has been eager to bring the world's largest atomic power plant back online to slash operating costs, but a resumption still needs local consent in Niigata prefecture.
Wed Dec 27 2023
[COLUMNIST] The case for e-voting in a multi-channel system
On-site electronic ballots and internet voting can increase voter turnout, reduce operating costs and promote inclusiveness.
Thu Oct 20 2022
Govt allocates RM1 billion to assist stage bus operation - Wee
Wee said ISBSF acts as a temporary measure to help bus operators who are affected by the increase in operating costs.
Fri Sep 02 2022
Rising cost of ingredients and operating costs - a concerning issue among coffee shop owners
Hopefully, the current administration would also address the critical issue of the price disparity between East and West Malaysia.
Tue Dec 21 2021
Rural air service operations in Sabah, Sarawak to continue - Wee
In line with this effort, the government channelled subsidy to MASwings as the service provider annually to cover operating costs.
Tue Nov 16 2021
Malaysia's AirAsia X reports record quarterly loss of $5.9 billion
It was the ninth loss in succession for the airline, an affiliate of AirAsia Group Bhd.
Mon Sep 27 2021
Childcare centre fees should be increased to cover operating costs - PPBM
Many childcare centres could not afford to cover some of the costs such as salaries, rental fees, electricity and water bills, food and beverages as well as teaching aids.
Tue Jun 09 2020
CMCO: The price for a haircut may go up by RM3 to RM10
The price of a haircut across the country is expected to increase between RM3 and RM10 as barber shops and hairdressers have to cover operating costs as soon as they start operating on June 10.
Sat Jun 06 2020
Lufthansa seen offering to pay 200 million euros for Air Berlin assets: source
A Lufthansa bid price of 200 million euros ($239 million) to buy assets from insolvent Air Berlin plus 100 million euros to meet operating costs is roughly correct.
Sun Sep 24 2017
Land public transport fares not dictated by world oil prices - SPAD
Petrol and diesel contribute only 10 percent towards the operating costs of companies providing public transport services.
Thu Mar 10 2016
Govt urged to review AP payment imposed on car importers
Kumpulan Rahman Brothers says the payment is quite a burden particularly in view of the depreciation of the ringgit which leads to higher operating costs for companies.
Thu Oct 29 2015
High operating cost possible for non-registered GST persons, says PIAM
All general insurance policies will be subject to GST and there may be an increase in the cost of insurance for a non-registered GST person, PIAM says.
Thu Mar 26 2015
GST: Private healthcare operating cost to rise up to 4 per cent
Private healthcare operating cost will likely increase from two to four per cent after the implementation of GST, Pantai Holdings Bhd CEO Ahmad Shahizam Mohd Shariff said.
Fri Mar 20 2015
No hike in express bus fares, additional 10 per cent charge extended - SPAD
The decision was taken after scrutinizing the operating costs such as fuel, wages and maintenance costs that will increase due to rise in fuel prices.
Sat Sep 07 2013
Very few complaints on price hikes - Hasan Malek
Reduction in subsidies did not have a big impact on the operating cost of businesses.
Sat Sep 07 2013
Iran's supreme leader says Hamas leader's death will not halt 'Axis of Resistance'
The "Axis of Resistance", built up with years of Iranian support, includes Hamas, the Lebanese Hezbollah group, the Houthi movement in Yemen, and various Shi'ite groups in Iraq and Syria.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Putin says Russia willing to seek compromises between Iran and Israel
Russia is ready to help seek compromises between arch-foes Israel and Iran, President Vladimir Putin said on Friday, saying these would be difficult but possible.
Sat Oct 19 2024
What proposals will Russia push at the BRICS summit?
The proposal is also to establish a BRICS reinsurance company to allow uninterrupted shipment of goods and key commodities between members.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Indonesia's free meals plan in the spotlight as Prabowo readies for office
Prabowo calls the programme one of the main drivers of economic growth, eventually set to add an estimated 2.5 million jobs.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Astro AWANI's revamped English news website, AWANI International, launches on Oct 21
Astro AWANI's revamped English platform delivers in-depth global news and expert analysis to keep you informed on key developments.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Israeli strikes kill 33 people in Jabalia refugee camp in Gaza, medics say
Residents of Jabalia said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp after pushing through suburbs and residential districts.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Liam Payne's ex-partner calls for media restraint after 'painful' death
Cheryl Tweedy used her statement to urge the media to remember they had a seven-year-old son, Bear, who could read the reports.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Analysts: Indonesia's strong MoF leadership team to boost investor confidence
Sri Mulyani Indrawati as head of Indonesia's Ministry of Finance is expected to instil confidence among investors.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Biden offers both a carrot and a stick to Israel as his term nears an end
Israel has frequently resisted US advice and has caused political difficulties for the Biden administration.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Putin says BRICS will generate most of global economic growth
Russian President Vladimir Putin will host a summit of the group in the city of Kazan on Oct. 22-24.
Sat Oct 19 2024