COP29 climate talks enter final stretch: What happens next?
Here's a breakdown of the known sticking points and what happens next.
Wed Nov 20 2024
Bursa Malaysia turns higher at midmorning in tandem with regional peers
The FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI rose 2.50 points to 1,606.54 from yesterday's close of 1,604.04.
Tue Nov 19 2024
FBM KLCI rises in opening trade ahead of OPR, US election results
The FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI advanced 4.01 points to 1,624.71.
Wed Nov 06 2024
Bursa Malaysia starts lower, impacted by Wall Street's performance
At 9.15 am, the FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI fell 1.24 points to 1,640.29.
Thu Oct 24 2024
Bursa Malaysia's early gains erode as investors lock in profits
The benchmark index had initially opened 1.78 points firmer at 1,647.46.
Tue Oct 22 2024
Bursa Malaysia ends higher on Budget 2025 optimism
The benchmark index, which opened 1.85 points higher at 1,643.29, moved between 1,641.71 and 1,649.31 throughout the trading session.
Fri Oct 18 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
Pakistan seals off capital, blocks cellphones ahead of protest by Imran Khan's party
Shipping containers have been placed to block Islamabad's entry and exit points, guarded by large numbers of police and paramilitary troops.
Fri Oct 04 2024
Consider This: Youth Survey (Part 2) - Trust, Tensions, And Tomorrow
Merdeka Center’s recently released National Youth Survey points to some troubling undercurrents, particularly around ethnic relations. With regional and social divides deepening among young people, how might these trends shape our country’s future? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Aziff Azuddin, Research Associate at IMAN Research, where he is Principal Investigator for the think tank’s research project on Malay Youth and Politics.
Thu Sep 26 2024
Consider This: Youth Survey (Part 1) - Trust, Tensions, And Tomorrow
Merdeka Center’s recently released National Youth Survey points to some troubling undercurrents, particularly around ethnic relations. With regional and social divides deepening among young people, how might these trends shape our country’s future? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Ibrahim Ben Suffian, Co-founder & Programmes Director of Merdeka Center for Opinion Research.
Thu Sep 26 2024
World leaders to meet at UN amid threat of Gaza, Ukraine war spillovers
The wars in Gaza, Ukraine and Sudan are going to be the three main crisis-points in focus at the General Assembly, says UN.
Thu Sep 19 2024
Ringgit breaches 4.30 level against US dollar, hits 20-month high
The market appears to be expecting a Fed rate cut of between 25 and 50 basis points, says Dr Mohd Afzanizam Abdul Rashid.
Fri Sep 13 2024
FBM KLCI rises slightly at midmorning, lifted by bargain hunting
FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI gained 3.48 points to 1,643.28 from yesterday's close of 1,639.80.
Thu Sep 12 2024
Bursa rebounds higher as heavyweights recover from previous losses
FBM KLCI climbed 4.54 points to close at 1,682.73, up from 1,678.19 on Monday.
Tue Sep 03 2024
Bursa Malaysia edges higher in cautious trade mode ahead of US inflation print
At 5 pm, the FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI (FBM KLCI) rose by 0.17 per cent or 2.83 points compared with Tuesday's close of 1,609.52.
Wed Aug 14 2024
Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire takes effect, civilians head back to south Lebanon
Streams of cars began heading to southern Lebanon, which borders Israel, after the ceasefire.
Wed Nov 27 2024
IPIC case: Najib, Mohd Irwan granted DNAA for six CBT charges involving RM6.6 billion
The judge made the decision after allowing the DNAA application submitted by the lawyers representing Najib and Mohd Irwan, respectively.
Wed Nov 27 2024
Trump team signs transition agreement with Biden White House after delays
The move will allow Trump's team to coordinate directly with federal agencies and access documents.
Wed Nov 27 2024
Pakistani forces launch midnight raid on ex-PM Imran Khan's supporters, local media reports
At least six people, including four paramilitary soldiers, were killed before the Tuesday night raid was launched.
Wed Nov 27 2024
Australia moves closer to ban social media for children
Australian parliament's lower house passes the bill, even as Google and Meta press the government to delay the legislation
Wed Nov 27 2024
Prospect of Lebanon ceasefire leaves Gazans feeling abandoned
Months of US-backed Arab mediation have yet to secure a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas to end the war in Gaza.
Wed Nov 27 2024
Four bodies recovered from capsized tourist boat off Egypt's Red Sea coast
The boat, the Sea Story, capsized on Monday near the Sataya Reef while carrying 31 tourists and 13 crew on a multi-day diving trip.
Wed Nov 27 2024
UTP introduced a first-of-its-kind Bachelor of Integrated Engineering with Honours
UTP has proudly unveiled Malaysia's first multidisciplinary engineering programme.
Wed Nov 27 2024
Biden to push for Gaza ceasefire after Israel-Lebanon deal
The US "will make another push, with Turkey, Egypt, Qatar, Israel and others, to achieve a ceasefire in Gaza," says Joe Biden.
Wed Nov 27 2024
JPS issues flood warning, 30 villages in Pasir Puteh expected to be inundated
Flooding is expected near Sungai Semerak, Pasir Puteh, affecting low-lying villages within 5km of the river, according to PRABN.
Wed Nov 27 2024