Japan sets monthly record 3.31 mln visitors in October
Tourism spending, classified as an export in national accounts, is poised to become Japan's second-biggest export sector after autos.
Thu Nov 21 2024
Another judge recuses from Najib's appeal against ex-AG
This is the second time the hearing of Datuk Seri Najib Razak's appeal has been postponed due to a judge recusing themselves.
Tue Nov 19 2024
Ford fined with US second-largest penalty in history for delaying recalls
Ford faces a $165 million fine for delaying the recall of over 600,000 vehicles with faulty rearview cameras.
Fri Nov 15 2024
Metrosfarm offers lifeline, second chance for homelesss
Izuddin Mastuki says the IoT-based farm, which has been in operation for nearly two years, has successfully trained 14 homeless individuals.
Sat Nov 09 2024
Kamala Harris' loss is another setback for US women in politics
For the second time in US history, a major party nominated a woman for president and for the second time she lost.
Fri Nov 08 2024
Soccer - Lightning kills player during match in Peru
The tournament was halted when lightning first struck, but a second bolt hit players as they began leaving the field.
Thu Nov 07 2024
After Harris' loss, angry Democrats blame her boss, Biden
Vice President Kamala Harris' defeat is the Democrats' second bitter loss to Donald Trump over the past three elections.
Thu Nov 07 2024
EXPLAINER - How Trump's second administration affects business: Musk, tariffs and more
Much depends on whom Trump appoints as deputies and cabinet members, including the role of Tesla CEO Elon Musk, and what tariffs he enacts.
Thu Nov 07 2024
Trump 2.0: Who would be in the running for top jobs in Trump's second administration?
Here are the top contenders for some of the key posts overseeing defense, intelligence, diplomacy, trade, immigration and economic policymaking.
Wed Nov 06 2024
What Trump 2.0 would mean for trade, migrants, climate change and electric cars
Here is a summary of the policies Donald Trump has said he would pursue in his second four-year term in office
Wed Nov 06 2024
Three girls, two boys face sexual violence every second - Study
Together for Girls, a global partnership working to end violence against children and adolescents, in its new research revealed.
Tue Nov 05 2024
Consider This: Budget 2025 (Part 2) — The Right Dose for Healthcare?
The Health Ministry has been allocated RM45.3 billion in Budget 2025, which is the second highest after the education ministry. It’s an almost 10% increase from the previous budget. Will it be enough to address the many issues affecting Malaysia’s public healthcare system? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks with Azrul Mohd Khalib, Chief Executive of the Galen Centre for Health and Social Policy, a healthcare policy research and advocacy outfit.
Mon Oct 21 2024
Consider This: Budget 2025 (Part 1) — The Right Dose for Healthcare?
The Health Ministry has been allocated RM45.3 billion in Budget 2025, which is the second highest after the education ministry. It’s an almost 10% increase from the previous budget. Will it be enough to address the many issues affecting Malaysia’s public healthcare system? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks with Dr Farhan Rusli, Fellow at the Institute for Research and Development of Policy.
Mon Oct 21 2024
J-Hope, of South Korea's BTS, finishes military service
J-Hope is the second member of the seven-member group to wrap up the mandatory national service that has put their music careers on hold.
Thu Oct 17 2024
Blue notice issued against American couple over murder of Dutch model Ivana Smit
This was the second notice against the couple, as the first one was issued on Nov 18, 2020.
Mon Oct 14 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
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 prime minister Jacinda Ardern was given a global leadership award by the United Nations Foundation.
Fri Nov 22 2024
ICC'S arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant an apt decision - PM
The decision of the ICC to issue arrest warrants against Benjamin Netanyahu and Yoav Gallant is apt, said Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Fri Nov 22 2024
KTMB provides two additional ETS trains for Christmas, school holidays
KTMB will provide two additional ETS trains for the KL Sentral-Padang Besar route and return trips in conjunction with the holidays.
Fri Nov 22 2024
BNM'S international reserves rise to USD118 bil as at Nov 15, 2024
Malaysia's international reserves rose to US$118.0 billion as at Nov 15, 2024, up from US$117.6 billion on Oct 30, 2024.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Findings by dark energy researchers back Einstein's conception of gravity
The findings announced are part of a years-long study of the history of the cosmos focusing upon dark energy.
Fri Nov 22 2024
NRES responds to Rimbawatch press release on COP29
The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability (NRES) wishes to offer the following clarifications to the issues raised.
Fri Nov 22 2024