Malaysia braces for US AI chip export restrictions

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia is preparing for the potential impact of the United States' plans to impose new restrictions on artificial intelligence (AI) chip exports, says Chang Li Kang. The Science, Technology and Innovation Minister warned that the measures, if implemented, would affect not only Malaysia but the global community as well. "If the restriction is implemented, it...

Anwar meets economist Jeffrey Sachs, discusses green energy, Asean

KUALA LUMPUR: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim had a meeting with world-renowned economics professor Jeffrey D. Sachs of Columbia University on Sunday (Jan 12) before leaving for his three-day official visit to the UAE. The two engaged in discussions on several matters related to sustainable development, green energy and the role that Malaysia can play...

M’sian Company Rewards Top-Performing Staff With Bungalow, Two-Storey Terrace House & Car

Imagine turning up for your annual D&D and going home with a bungalow. If you think your company offers good rewards for outstanding performance, this story might make you think twice. Malaysian TikTok user Kaktiii recently shared a video of the prize-giving ceremony at her company's annual dinner. Her employer JRM Holistik, which sells healthcare products, had rewards...

Japan PM Ishiba given official welcome at Perdana Putra Complex

PUTRAJAYA: Japan’s Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba, who is on his maiden visit to Malaysia, was given an official welcome at the Perdana Putra Complex here on Friday (Jan 10). Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim greeted his arrival at 9am, followed by the playing of both national anthems. Also in attendance were Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri...

Japan PM’s wife enjoys cruise around Putrajaya Lake

PUTRAJAYA: Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba's wife, Yoshiko Ishiba, on Friday (Jan 10) spent time enjoying a boat ride on Cruise Tasik Putrajaya for a view of the majestic buildings of Putrajaya from a different angle. She was welcomed on arrival at about 9.35am by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim's wife, Datuk Seri Dr Wan...

Malaysia actively monitors potential public health emergencies, says Health Minister

PETALING JAYA: Malaysia has been actively monitoring potential public health emergencies since August last year, says Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad (pic), following reports of a new mpox strain discovered in China. The Health Minister assured the public that sentinel surveillance had been activated at all international entry points since August 2024, after the World Health...

Strong ties, cooperation in many areas as Singapore and Malaysia mark 60 years of diplomatic links

PUTRAJAYA: Singapore aims to open consulates in Sabah and Sarawak to deepen economic links with East Malaysia and strengthen ties between people on both sides. Singapore and Malaysia will also start a programme for volunteers from Singapore to help teach English in some Malaysian schools. It will be known as the Malaysia-Singapore English Volunteers Programme, with a...

Meta’s end to fact-checking will be felt, but not so much in Malaysia, says Fahmi

PUTRAJAYA: Meta’s move to remove independent fact-checking on its platforms will have repercussions, but it will not be affecting Malaysia’s social media community anytime soon, says Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil. "At the moment, I don’t see it affecting the Malaysian market, only the United States,” he said, referring to Meta’s initial implementation of the move over...

Strong ties, cooperation in many areas as Singapore and Malaysia mark 60 years of diplomatic links

PUTRAJAYA: Singapore aims to open consulates in Sabah and Sarawak to deepen economic links with East Malaysia and strengthen ties between people on both sides. Singapore and Malaysia will also start a programme for volunteers from Singapore to help teach English in some Malaysian schools. It will be known as the Malaysia-Singapore English Volunteers Programme, with a...

Python Spotted Chilling On Top Of Moving Car As Motorists Honk To Alert Driver

What would you do if you had a python chilling on the roof of your moving car? A video, reportedly taken in Malaysia, posted by X user anthraxxx781 first pans to a silver Perodua Axia before zooming in on one massive snake. The python was also caught seemingly considering getting off though it looked like it then...