KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia should remain vigilant as new trade policies from major global economies could impact the nation, says Datuk Ng Yih Pyng. On behalf of the business community, the president of the Associated Chinese Chambers of Commerce and Industry of Malaysia (ACCCIM) expressed hope that the government will adopt pragmatic policies to support businesses, especially...
Taiwanese actress and singer Barbie Hsu has tragically passed away just days before what would have been her third wedding anniversary. Hsu, who died at the age of 48 due to complications from influenza, married her former boyfriend – South Korean singer Koo Jun-yup (also known as DJ Koo) – on Feb 8, 2022. The couple rekindled...
KUALA LUMPUR: All Members of Parliament must continue to uphold a mature, ethical, and responsible political culture in carrying out their duties, as emphasised in the Royal Address by His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia. Dewan Rakyat Speaker Tan Sri Johari Abdul (pic) said His Majesty’s address served as a meaningful reminder for all elected...
PORT DICKSON: A group of men repairing a burst pipe found human skeletal remains at an oil palm plantation in Siliau near here. Deputy OCPD DSP Muhamad Mustafah Hussin said a police team dispatched to the area later found a skull and other bones near the other skeletal remains. "We did not find any clothes, personal documents,...
KUALA LUMPUR: MIDF Amanah Investment Bank Bhd’s research arm, MIDF Research, expects the ringgit to appreciate with an average rate of RM4.23 versus the US dollar this year. In a note today, MIDF Research said that, however, the strengthening in the local note is expected to be at a more gradual pace on the back of...
KUALA LUMPUR: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim (pic) has assured that any increase in electricity tariffs will not burden the business community, with 85% of households continuing to receive subsidies. Anwar, who is also the Finance Minister, stated that any tariff hike in the second half of 2025 will not negatively impact the business community. Speaking...
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia must showcase its ability to lead and determine the direction of Asean as its chairman this year, says His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia. The King also urged the government to show its wisdom in preserving diplomatic relations with all quarters. “With Malaysia as the Asean chair this year, the country must show...
KOTA KINABALU: The Sabah government will continue working with like-minded organisations that prioritise political stability to ensure sustained economic development and progress. Chief Minister Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor stressed the state government’s appreciation for the Chinese community’s ongoing support as key partners in Sabah’s growth. “With such solid support, I believe Sabah will remain on the right...
PETALING JAYA: Singer Ziana Zain has declined to comment on the possibility of being called in by the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) to help in its investigation of a financial consultancy company under Ops Sky. "No comment, my dear, I just sing," she told the media when asked about the matter after hosting the One in...
HONG KONG: Thai authorities rescued a Hong Kong woman from a Chinese call centre gang operating on the Myanmar side of the border near Tak, on Feb 2. The rescue of the 31-year-old Hong Kong passport holder was carried out through cooperation between the Royal Thai Army and the Royal Thai Police, following an earlier alert...
