Ringgit opens stronger vs greenback amid hopes of US rate cuts
At the opening, the ringgit traded mostly lower against a basket of major currencies.
Tue Sep 17 2024
Biden stumbles early, Trump fires out falsehoods at first debate
Joe Biden and Donald Trump traded attacks on abortion, immigration, the wars in Ukraine and Gaza and their handling of the economy.
Fri Jun 28 2024
Ringgit flat vs US dollar, stronger against other currencies at opening
The ringgit was traded almost flat at the opening against the US dollar today on lack of fresh buying interest amid low volatility due to the Thanksgiving holiday.
Fri Nov 24 2023
Mum traded places with son who died in Titan sub
Christine Dawood gave up her place to Suleman Dawood after the original trip was postponed due to COVID.
Mon Jun 26 2023
Ringgit slips further against US dollar on market uncertainty
The ringgit was traded mostly lower against a basket of major currencies this morning.
Tue Dec 13 2022
Ringgit opens marginally higher against US dollar
The ringgit was traded lower against a basket of major currencies.
Wed Oct 26 2022
Kenanga expects Bank Negara to continue monetary tightening bias
Kenanga forecast the ringgit to be traded at 4.35 against the dollar by year-end, compared to 4.17 at the end-2021.
Thu Sep 08 2022
Ukrainian refugees near 1.5 million as Russian assault enters 11th day
Moscow and Kyiv traded blame over a failed ceasefire plan that would have let civilians flee Mariupol and Volnovakha.
Sun Mar 06 2022
RCEP can be an economic recovery tool against COVID-19, says expert
Once in effect, the RCEP will eliminate tariffs on as much as 90 per cent of goods traded between its signatories over the next 20 years.
Thu Jul 01 2021
China, Taiwan spar again over vaccines, accuse each other of politicking
China and Taiwan traded more accusations on Monday about COVID-19 vaccines.
Mon May 31 2021
Ringgit opens flat against US dollar
At 9 am, the local note was traded at 4.1150/1210 against the US dollar from 4.1150/1200 at Tuesday's close.
Wed Mar 10 2021
Ringgit opens slightly better against US Dollar
At 9.15 am, the local currency traded at 4.0400/0450 against the greenback from yesterday's close of 4.0470/0500.
Wed Jan 27 2021
EU says escalating Nagorno-Karabakh conflict 'unacceptable'
EU called for new peace talks as Armenia and Azerbaijan once more traded accusations of shelling in and around the mountain enclave.
Thu Oct 29 2020
Trump calls Democratic demands 'ridiculous' as blame traded over virus aid stalemate
Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin, disputed a statement from the two top Democrats in Congress that Republicans had sought more talks, refused to any movement on their initial $1 trillion offer.
Thu Aug 13 2020
Robin Vogelaar: Serving Dutch Pancakes Laced With A Social Message
Dutchman Robin Vogelaar dispenses social work consultancy while serving pancake parties worldwide. The former Boston Consulting Group consultant tells why he traded his suit and tie for life of travel
Mon Jan 14 2019
Who is Prabowo Subianto, incoming president of Indonesia?
A wealthy ex-general with ties to Indonesia's popular outgoing president and its dictatorial past, looks set to be its next leader.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Iran's supreme leader says Hamas leader's death will not halt 'Axis of Resistance'
The "Axis of Resistance", built up with years of Iranian support, includes Hamas, the Lebanese Hezbollah group, the Houthi movement in Yemen, and various Shi'ite groups in Iraq and Syria.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Putin says Russia willing to seek compromises between Iran and Israel
Russia is ready to help seek compromises between arch-foes Israel and Iran, President Vladimir Putin said on Friday, saying these would be difficult but possible.
Sat Oct 19 2024
What proposals will Russia push at the BRICS summit?
The proposal is also to establish a BRICS reinsurance company to allow uninterrupted shipment of goods and key commodities between members.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Indonesia's free meals plan in the spotlight as Prabowo readies for office
Prabowo calls the programme one of the main drivers of economic growth, eventually set to add an estimated 2.5 million jobs.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Astro AWANI's revamped English news website, AWANI International, launches on Oct 21
Astro AWANI's revamped English platform delivers in-depth global news and expert analysis to keep you informed on key developments.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Israeli strikes kill 33 people in Jabalia refugee camp in Gaza, medics say
Residents of Jabalia said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp after pushing through suburbs and residential districts.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Liam Payne's ex-partner calls for media restraint after 'painful' death
Cheryl Tweedy used her statement to urge the media to remember they had a seven-year-old son, Bear, who could read the reports.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Analysts: Indonesia's strong MoF leadership team to boost investor confidence
Sri Mulyani Indrawati as head of Indonesia's Ministry of Finance is expected to instil confidence among investors.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Biden offers both a carrot and a stick to Israel as his term nears an end
Israel has frequently resisted US advice and has caused political difficulties for the Biden administration.
Sat Oct 19 2024