There was more to the shocking Golden Bachelor divorce than met the eye. Gerry Turner, who charmed all ages as the ABC franchise's elder star, has cancer and he says that's what cut short his marriage to final rose recipient Theresa Nist. The 72-year-old revealed to People on Tuesday that early in their marriage he was...
Apple is preparing to launch a number of new features on the future generation of its connected watches. Among the new additions, integration of satellite connectivity on the Apple Watch Ultra and presence of a blood pressure monitor, designed to raise awareness of high blood pressure, are the most eagerly awaited. The next-generation Apple Watch promises...
KUALA LUMPUR: The ringgit was almost flat against the US dollar in early trade on Friday, despite the higher US dollar index (DXY), said an analyst. At 8.13 am, the ringgit stood at 4.4350/4450 against the US dollar from Thursday’s close of 4.4350/4.395. Bank Muamalat Malaysia Bhd chief economist Dr Mohd Afzanizam Abdul Rashid said the DXY...
KUALA LUMPUR: The FBM KLCI bounced higher on Friday as investors picked up bargains although activity remained lacklustre. At the opening bell, the FBM KLCI rose 1.78 points to 1,603.86, on course to end the week above the key 1,600 support level. According to Rakuten Trade, there are heightened concerns over inflation after the US producer price...
KUALA LUMPUR: Eligible individuals, small-scale companies, or organisations may apply for a special permit to purchase diesel exceeding the standard limit. Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Minister Datuk Armizan Mohd Ali said the special permit was solely for approved uses and not for resale purposes. “Applicants must submit a letter of confirmation from the relevant agency...
PETALING JAYA: Substantial policy backing, societal buy-in and integration with broader socio-economic measures are needed to ensure the success of the Employees Provident Fund’s (EPF) new three-tier savings framework. With the aim to serve as a guide to EPF members on the savings required for a comfortable retirement, the new Retirement Income Adequacy (RIA) Framework was...
KUALA Lumpur may follow Selangor’s lead in increasing assessment taxes next year. However, any change would be implemented in phases, likely starting with industrial tax rates, according to Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Federal Territories) Dr Zaliha Mustafa. She said discussions on the matter began in early July, emphasising the need to revisit taxation to address...
IPOH: The Perak Wildlife and National Parks Department (Perhilitan) is monitoring the surroundings of Pantai Teluk Batik following the sighting of a crocodile in the area on Thursday (Dec 12). State director Yusoff Shariff said no traps have been set as the department is prioritising observation, and urged visitors the area to be careful. "We advise the...
KUALA LUMPUR: The ringgit rose against the US dollar in early trade on Thursday despite the greenback’s appeal as a safe-haven currency remaining firm amid the risk-averse sentiment surrounding the market. At 8.11 am, the ringgit appreciated to 4.4250/4355 against the US dollar compared with yesterday’s close of 4.4300/4355. The greenback gained additional ground while the US...
IN THE avian world, age is but a number—especially for a remarkable Laysan albatross named Wisdom. This extraordinary bird continues to defy expectations by nesting at an age when most would have long retired from parenthood. But is it true that the world's oldest known wild bird has laid an egg at the age of 74? Verdict: TRUE The US...
