Bursa Malaysia opens higher, tracking Wall Street performance
Turnover stood at 119.77 million units, valued at RM42.94 million.
Thu Oct 10 2024
Ringgit strengthens 14.4 pct vs USD in 3Q 2024; One of the best performing currencies globally
The local currency's performance was primarily driven by the US Federal Reserves' 50 basis points policy rate cut.
Wed Oct 09 2024
[COLUMNIST] Ringgit’s resurgence: Beyond the dollar’s decline
The ringgit's remarkably strong performance in Q3 2024 suggests that factors beyond the dollar's depreciation influence its rise.
Mon Oct 07 2024
Cable car worker in Langkawi falls about 50 metres during maintenance work
The man fell to the ground while performing cable car maintenance work in Langkawi today.
Thu Oct 03 2024
Astro affirms leadership as Malaysia’s home of sports, yielding solid Q2FY25 performance
Astro delivers an unparalleled experience, rallying millions of Malaysians around some of the worlds biggest sporting events.
Mon Sep 30 2024
Govt steps up efforts to eradicate hardcore poverty in line with economic growth - Rafizi
So far, economic indicators show promising data with positive economic growth, controlled inflation, best-performing stock market.
Mon Sep 30 2024
Blackpink's 'How You Like That' choreography video surpasses 1.7 bln views
The dance performance video for "How You Like That," by K-pop girl group BLACKPINK, has surpassed 1.7 billion views on YouTube.
Tue Sep 24 2024
Don't be afraid or ashamed to undergo HPV DNA testing, women told
LPPKN is actively conducting awareness programmes to educate M'sian women on how to perform the self-administered test, says Dr Alina Ali.
Wed Sep 18 2024
Elvis Presley jewelry up for sale at celebrity artifacts auction
Among the top lots are several items that belonged to Elvis Presley, including a microphone from the performer's Las Vegas residency.
Wed Aug 28 2024
17-year-old charged with murder of Orang Asli girl
The court set Oct 28 to re-mention the case for chemical, pathology, DNA reports of the victim and accused's academic performance report.
Tue Aug 27 2024
Taylor Swift expresses fear and guilt when she canceled Vienna shows
Taylor Swift praises authorities for stopping a mass harm plot at Ernst Happel Stadium, where she was scheduled to perform.
Thu Aug 22 2024
Taylor Swift ends European leg of Eras tour with surprise-packed show
Taylor Swift brought out Florence Welch for the first live performance of "Florida!!!" at her final European Eras tour date.
Wed Aug 21 2024
SSPA not merely to increase income, also performance-based - PM
The SSPA will replace the Malaysian Remuneration System (SSM) effective this Dec 1.
Fri Aug 16 2024
Ringgit resumes uptrend to open higher against US dollar
Dr Mohd Afzanizam Abdul Rashid said ringgit's performance has been quite sanguine amidst the anticipation of a better GDP data for 2Q 2024.
Wed Aug 14 2024
New framework to boost sports performance - PM
PM Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said this was part of efforts by the government and athletes to raise the achievements of Malaysian sports.
Mon Aug 12 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
ISIS Malaysia's perspective of Budget 2025
An excellent rakyat-centric budget under the overarching principle of a caring and humane economy.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Record increase in STR, SARA aid initiatives
The government will provide a significant boost to the Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah (STR) and Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA) initiatives next year.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: EPF contributions to be made mandatory for foreign workers – PM Anwar
The government plans to make it compulsory for all non-citizen workers to contribute to the Employees Provident Fund (EPF).
Fri Oct 18 2024
What policies to expect from Indonesia's new President Prabowo
Prabowo will be open to foreign investment, his aide has said, such as by offering investors management of airports and sea ports.
Fri Oct 18 2024