BACHOK: The two-day inaugural surfing competition held at Pantai Impian Kemasin here, which ended on Sunday (Dec 15), will be turned into an annual affair during the monsoon season in Kelantan. Kemasin Surf Competition Volume organiser Fazreen Haiqal Azmi said the extreme watersport attracted over 2,000 visitors over the two days, adding that the sport received...
PETALING JAYA: Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz confirmed that there had been an initial discussion with Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim over the former’s future political direction. However, Tengku Zafrul emphasised that no decision has been made yet. He also dismissed the claims, saying that the discussion involved any position at the state level or...
PETALING JAYA: The parliamentary bipartisan committee is firm on its stand that the National Service (PLKN) 3.0 should not proceed until its shortcomings are ironed out, says Datuk Seri Saifuddin Abdullah. This comes despite the release of the Parliamentary Special Select Committee (PSSC) on Security’s full report on the programme at the Dewan Rakyat yesterday. Saifuddin, who...
IN OUR country known for its tropical climate, the idea of a white Christmas might seem like a distant dream. Yet, Malaysia has witnessed snowfall, albeit in unusual circumstances, that has left many curious about this rare phenomenon. So, is it true that Malaysia has ever experienced a white Christmas? Verdict: FALSE Malaysia, celebrated for its warm, tropical climate, has...
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...
