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Criminal networks in Southeast Asia flourish in Telegram's 'underground markets', UN says

Criminal networks in Southeast Asia flourish in Telegram's 'underground markets', UN says

Southeast Asia has emerged as a major hub for a multibillion-dollar industry that targets victims across the world with fraudulent schemes.
Mon Oct 07 2024
Consider This: Are We All Financialised? How Modern Finance Shapes Our World

Consider This: Are We All Financialised? How Modern Finance Shapes Our World

A recent report by Khazanah Research Institute (KRI), ‘The Financialisation of Our Lives: Values and Trade-offs,’ helps to shed light on how financial systems, which were initially designed to fuel economic growth, are now fuelling household debt. With the proliferation of financial schemes like Buy Now Pay Later, how do modern financial practices affect our daily lives and long-term financial health? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Dr Suraya Ismail, Director of Research at Khazanah Research Institute, and Shereen Hazirah Hishamudin Senior Research Associate at KRI.
Tue Jul 02 2024
UK trader heads to trial on charges of defrauding Danish state in 'cum-ex' case

UK trader heads to trial on charges of defrauding Danish state in 'cum-ex' case

The case is expected to be significant for the Danish welfare state and tax authorities around the world.
Mon Mar 11 2024
Malaysia's aged population to grow at 4.5 pct CAGR from 2022-2030 - RHB Research

Malaysia's aged population to grow at 4.5 pct CAGR from 2022-2030 - RHB Research

Research reveals the rapid shift towards an ageing demographic status would mean a continuation of the decline of the working population.
Wed Nov 08 2023
Over 100 victims of investment scams provide further statements to SSM

Over 100 victims of investment scams provide further statements to SSM

Datuk Hishamuddin Hashim said the victims lost over RM1 million to scammers running bogus investment schemes.
Wed Jun 21 2023
From highs to lows, Everest record breaker sees 'no future' in Nepal

From highs to lows, Everest record breaker sees 'no future' in Nepal

The government does little for the welfare of the sherpas, Kami Rita said, urging authorities to launch welfare schemes.
Sat Jun 03 2023
No projects under youth housing schemes announced by previous govt implemented - Akmal Nasir

No projects under youth housing schemes announced by previous govt implemented - Akmal Nasir

When there is a change in govt, the new administration will review the proposed initiative and study the cause of its failure.
Tue May 23 2023
Median EPF savings of all Malaysians down 50pct, that's why no more withdrawals allowed - Ahmad Maslan

Median EPF savings of all Malaysians down 50pct, that's why no more withdrawals allowed - Ahmad Maslan

More than RM145 bln was withdrawn by 8.1 mln individuals during the pandemic under four special withdrawal schemes, Ahmad Maslan said.
Thu Feb 16 2023
Monsoon aid amounting to RM9.7 mln for Felda settlers

Monsoon aid amounting to RM9.7 mln for Felda settlers

Felda will provide Monsoon Season Aid (BMT) amounting to RM9.7 million to 12,138 eligible rubber tappers in its land schemes nationwide.
Sat Jan 07 2023
India's 'untouchable' women face discrimination even in schemes meant to help them

India's 'untouchable' women face discrimination even in schemes meant to help them

India officially outlawed caste-based discrimination but it continues to be a fact of life for the estimated 200 million Dalit population.
Thu Dec 29 2022
Online scams push Chinese victims into debt and shame

Online scams push Chinese victims into debt and shame

Known as "pig butchering", the schemes are operated by crime syndicates that force human trafficking victims to swindle their compatriots.
Mon Nov 14 2022
Malaysia brings home 15 victims of Cambodian cybercrime racket

Malaysia brings home 15 victims of Cambodian cybercrime racket

Malaysia said it had received 301 reports of people trapped by the job scam networks in Cambodia, as well as in Laos, Myanmar and Thailand.
Thu Sep 22 2022
SC continues efforts to raise awareness on investment scams

SC continues efforts to raise awareness on investment scams

The Securities Commission Malaysia (SC) has continued its efforts to raise awareness among investors, including educating them on scams involving investment schemes.
Mon Mar 28 2022
SC alerts public on rise in investment scams promoted on Telegram

SC alerts public on rise in investment scams promoted on Telegram

These fraudulent schemes offer non-existent investment opportunities, promising very attractive and risk-free returns within a short time.
Tue Mar 15 2022
'Datuk' among 10 individuals arrested over bogus forex investment scheme

'Datuk' among 10 individuals arrested over bogus forex investment scheme

Police arrested 10 individuals, including a man carrying the title 'Datuk', for their suspected involvement in fraudulent forex investment schemes in five states on Saturday.
Wed Jan 05 2022
What to watch for ahead of US presidential inauguration

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

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

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?

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

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

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

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

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 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 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