Japan puts the brakes on lucrative used-car trade with Russia
The sanctions have driven down prices for second-hand cars in Japan and left brokers scrambling to send vehicles to other regions.
Mon Oct 02 2023
The luxury industry has the second-hand market in its sights
In just two years, second-hand goods have become an integral part of consumers' daily lives, as shoppers see them as an ecological -- and economical.
Sun Oct 02 2022
Hermes bag sells for over EUR150,000... second hand!
The Birkin sees its price rise from year to year, representing not only a symbol of wealth but also a real investment.
Mon Jun 27 2022
Prada sees second-hand fashion as opportunity, weighs partnerships
The market for pre-owned chic bags and clothes has surged over the last three years, driven by younger, more environmentally conscious shoppers looking for affordable high-end goods.
Wed Dec 01 2021
Second-hand goods dealer cheated of RM15,000 by 'Perqaseh rep'
The victim only realised he was cheated when he did not receive the licence as promised up till now.
Sun Oct 17 2021
Upcycling could be part of the solution to the planet's troubles
Upcycling is essentially 'recycling from the top,' an even more ethical and green approach than second hand.
Thu Mar 18 2021
Two second hand goods operators to be charged for breeding aedes mosquito
Two of the 60 premises inspected in 'Ops Premis Barang Lusuh' here on Wednesday will be charged in court for breeding aedes mosquito.
Mon Apr 03 2017
Man beaten to death over sports shoes worth RM200
Earlier, at 2am, police received a report from a second hand clothing shop owner that he caught a man stealing a pair of sports shoes by wearing them.
Sat Mar 11 2017
Smoking no longer allowed at public, national parks
He said the inclusion of public and national parks was aimed at protecting non-smokers from the dangers of inhaling second hand smoke.
Fri Feb 03 2017
Passive smoking can increase weight, decrease school grades in children, finds new study
A recent US study has found that children exposed to second-hand smoke are more likely to show increased levels of body fat, and decreased levels of cognitive ability.
Sun Jan 31 2016
Smoking bad for pets: study
Smoking is bad for pets too, the University of Glasgow said Tuesday, citing an ongoing study into the effects of second-hand smoke on dogs and cats.
Wed Dec 30 2015
Forget apps, old-school mobiles ring in a comeback
Demand for old-school mobiles are growing and some of these second-hand models are fetching prices as high as 1,000 euros a piece.
Sun May 25 2014
Roommates find $41K in old stinky couch, returns cash to owner
Three New York roommates found $41,000(RM 132,436.51) cash hidden in a second hand couch they bought.
Fri May 16 2014
Israel, Hezbollah agree to ceasefire brokered by US and France, to take effect Wednesday
Israel will gradually withdraw its forces over 60 days as Lebanon's army takes control of territory near its border with Israel to ensure that Hezbollah does not rebuild its infrastructure there.
Wed Nov 27 2024
'No one will win a trade war,' China says after Trump tariff threat
Donald Trump says he would impose the tariffs until China stops the flow of illegal drugs, particularly fentanyl, into the United States.
Tue Nov 26 2024
What has caused Pakistan's deadly clashes between police and supporters of Imran Khan?
Topping the demands of Khan's Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party is the release of all its leaders, including Khan, who has been jailed on a series of corruption charges since August 2023.
Tue Nov 26 2024
One woman or girl killed every 10 minutes by intimate partner or family member - UN
The report highlights that "60 per cent of all female homicides" are committed by "people closely related to them".
Tue Nov 26 2024
Sweden urges Chinese ship to return for undersea cable investigation
Two subsea cables, one linking Finland and Germany and the other connecting Sweden to Lithuania, were damaged in less than 24 hours.
Tue Nov 26 2024
[COLUMNIST] Building more highways won’t solve traffic congestion - reducing demand will
It is clear that adding more lanes and highways doesn't work, because we are still attempting the same approach to solve the issue.
Tue Nov 26 2024
Hyundai to invest RM2.16 bil in Malaysia through strategic partnership with INOKOM
This investment includes efforts to upgrade INOKOM's existing assembly capacity to meet Hyundai's automotive needs.
Tue Nov 26 2024
‘C4Cinta’ sets record as highest-grossing Malaysian Tamil film
'C4Cinta', directed by young filmmaker Karthik Shamalan, has set a new benchmark in Malaysian Tamil cinema.
Tue Nov 26 2024
Man charged with mother's murder, storing body in freezer
The court denied bail and scheduled case mention on Feb 7 for the submission of forensic, autopsy, and chemist reports.
Tue Nov 26 2024
Abolition of examination in schools to reduce pressure on pupils - Fadhlina
The classroom assessment approach offers a much more interesting learning ecosystem, says Fadhlina Sidek.
Tue Nov 26 2024