No plans to peg the ringgit at this time - Amir Hamzah
Looking at the pegging of the ringgit around 1998, the economic condition at that time was different compared to the current condition.
Tue Mar 19 2024
Chlorine gas leak: Six foreign workers rushed to hospital
A labourer fainted while five others suffered breathing difficulties after they were exposed to a gas leak, believed to be chlorine.
Thu Nov 30 2023
Govt not planning to peg the ringgit - Steven Sim
The national economy and financial system were now on a stronger footing to face global financial market volatility and forex movements.
Wed Nov 01 2023
[COLUMNIST] A simulated or guided peg - neither soft nor hard
Simulated pegging should be explored in a timely, targeted and temporary manner in tandem with further liberalisation of capital controls.
Fri Aug 04 2023
Govt rules out pegging the ringgit - Ahmad Maslan
Datuk Seri Ahmad Maslan said Malaysia would need high international reserves to maintain the pegging at the set value.
Tue Jun 20 2023
Private astronaut crew, including first Arab woman in orbit, returns from space station
The Crew splashed down safely off Florida, capping an eight-day research mission aboard the International Space Station.
Wed May 31 2023
Tengku Zafrul says no need to peg ringgit to US dollar, strong economic fundamentals will support currency's value
The government has no plans to peg the ringgit to the US dollar as such a move is fraught with high risks and a large trade-off, said Finance Minister Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Tengku Abdul Aziz.
Thu Aug 11 2022
Thailand admits to using phone spyware, cites national security
Minister Chaiwut Thanakamanusorn said that he is aware of Thai authorities using spyware in "limited" cases.
Wed Jul 20 2022
Move by Bank Negara not to peg the ringgit pragmatic
Bank Negara Malaysia's move not to peg the ringgit despite the Malaysian currency's present weakness is bold and pragmatic given the well-capitalised banking system.
Sun May 15 2022
Pegging the ringgit not in Malaysia's best interest - BNM Governor
Pegging the ringgit will not be in the best interest of Malaysia as it will have substantial risks.
Fri May 13 2022
You've been hacked: How Dubai rulers eavesdropping was uncovered
A reconstruction of how the hacking was uncovered, offers a rare account of an operation which would normally be shrouded in secrecy.
Thu Oct 07 2021
Saudi official denies the kingdom used spyware to track communications - State TV
"These claims are baseless. The kingdom does not approve such practices," state TV quoted the official, without naming him.
Thu Jul 22 2021
Israeli firm's spyware used to target journalists' cell phones - Reports
The targeted phone numbers were on a list provided by Forbidden Stories and Amnesty International to the 17 media organisations.
Mon Jul 19 2021
Addressing our Education Crisis: Square Pegs in Round Holes?
We urge the Minister of Education to reveal the Ministrys plans as clarity will improve confidence amongst the public.
Sat Apr 24 2021
COVID : Nestle sets up quarantine transit station for close contacts
Amiruddin said this is the first time the government is collaborating with the private sector to open a COVID-19 quarantine transit centre.
Thu Mar 04 2021
The scamdemic targeting the young and vulnerable
Teenagers and young adults are becoming prime targets for a new wave of cyber scams, a trend raising alarm bells across Southeast Asia.
Sat Nov 23 2024
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