‘Crocodile of Wall Street’ sentenced to 18 months for bitcoin laundering role
The stolen bitcoin, now valued in the billions, was linked to one of the largest cryptocurrency thefts in history, report says.
Tue Nov 19 2024
Bursa pares some losses, trades remain below 1,600
Overall sentiment, however, remained fragile amid weak cues from Wall Street.
Fri Nov 01 2024
North Korea propaganda leaflets found in Seoul attack South Korea's first couple
The propaganda leaflets found scattered on the streets, including some making personal attacks on the country's president and first lady.
Thu Oct 24 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 opens higher, tracking Wall Street performance
Turnover stood at 119.77 million units, valued at RM42.94 million.
Thu Oct 10 2024
Internet suspended in parts of India's Manipur as students clash with police
Hundreds of Meitei students took to the streets over continuing ethnic strife, calling for a change in the leadership.
Wed Sep 11 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
Israeli labour strike to push for Gaza hostage deal disrupts flights and buses
The return of the hostages, triggered deep shock in Israel, prompting at least half a million people to take to the streets.
Mon Sep 02 2024
Bursa Malaysia rebounds on renewed buying despite mixed Wall Street
The main index rebounded to 1,660.94 from a weaker close yesterday.
Fri Aug 30 2024
Postcard arrives at Wales address 121 years late
The postcard was addressed to Lydia Davis, whom employees speculated might have lived at the address when it was a house rather than a bank.
Wed Aug 21 2024
Profit-taking drags Bursa Malaysia lower at midday
On the broader market, decliners outnumbered advancers 667 to 365, with 440 counters unchanged, 1,008 untraded and seven suspended.
Tue Aug 20 2024
Banksy frees the animals at London Zoo in mural series finale
Street artist Banksy claimed the ninth and perhaps final mural of his animal-themed art trail across London.
Wed Aug 14 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
China's drivers fret as robotaxis pick up pace - and passengers
Ride-hailing and taxi drivers face job loss threats from AI as thousands of robotaxis begin operating on Chinese streets.
Fri Aug 09 2024
Is climate change making tropical storms more frequent? Scientists say it's unclear
Scientists say it remains unclear how much climate change is reshaping the storm season.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Samples obtained by Chinese spacecraft show moon's ancient volcanism
The material provides new insight into the moon's geological history including the oldest evidence to date of lunar volcanism.
Sat Nov 23 2024
The scamdemic targeting the young and vulnerable
Teenagers and young adults are becoming prime targets for a new wave of cyber scams, a trend raising alarm bells across Southeast Asia.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Japanese manicurist takes on plastic pollution, one nail at a time
Before global leaders address plastic pollution, a Japanese manicurist highlights the issue by incorporating it into her nail designs.
Sat Nov 23 2024
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
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
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?
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
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
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