QuickCheck: Is silver more conductive than copper?

FEW natural elements have contributed as much to modern technology as metals, and of all the various metals in existence, one is particularly ubiquitous: copper. As early as primary school, children are taught about copper’s exceptional electrical conductivity. Many readers will have fond memories of science experiments with copper wires! Copper is widely used in electrical wiring,...

Gold flirts with record highs ahead of US data

Gold rose on Thursday to hover below record levels, underpinned by uncertainty surrounding the U.S. election and expectations of more rate cuts by major central banks, while investors looked forward to a slew of U.S. data for further direction. Spot gold rose 0.2% to $2,679.12 per ounce by 0458 GMT. Prices had climbed to a session...

Three-tier system for revamped MM2H programme

PETALING JAYA: The Tourism, Arts and Culture Ministry has unveiled a revamped version of the Malaysia My Second Home (MM2H) programme which now has three tiers – Silver, Gold and Platinum. Minister Datuk Seri Tiong King Sing (pic) said each tier will have specific eligibility requirements. The type of entry visa available to applicants will also vary...