Forex

Indonesian rupiah at three-month low; Asia stocks drop on Russia-Ukraine tensions

INDONESIA's currency was pinned at a more-than-three-month low on Thursday, as investors put further pressure after its central bank stayed pat on interest rates a day earlier and hinted at focusing on strengthening the rupiah leading to fewer chances of policy easing.

Nation

Veterinary Department launches code of ethics and conduct

PUTRAJAYA: The Veterinary Services Department (DVS) on Thursday launched the DVS Code of Ethics and Conduct, which integrates values, ethics and conduct components that must be adhered to and cultivated by the department's workforce.

Sabah & Sarawak

MTF calls for urgent reforms to Tourism Industry Act

KOTA KINABALU: The Malaysian Tourism Federation (MTF) is calling for immediate and comprehensive reforms to the Tourism Industry Act 1992 to maintain Malaysia’s tourism industry’s competitiveness and relevance.

Fashion

Michelle Yeoh and stars of 'Wicked' bring fashion A-game to film's premieres

Anticipation is at an all time high for 'Wicked'. The cast has been making their rounds at premieres around the world, showcasing head-turning looks on the red carpet.

World

Factbox-Key facts about John Prescott, Britain's former deputy PM, dead at 86

LONDON (Reuters) - Here are key facts about John Prescott, Britain's combative former deputy prime minister, who has died after a battle with Alzheimer's disease, his family said on Thursday:

Sabah & Sarawak

Sabah to establish select committee on territorial security

KOTA KINABALU: The Sabah government will establish a select committee to review territorial security issues, particularly those affecting the state, says Assistant Minister to the Chief Minister Datuk Abidin Madingkir.

Economy

PM Anwar: Value of Malaysian business ventures in Vietnam exceeds US$13bil

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysian business ventures in Vietnam have exceeded US$13 billion (US$1=RM4.47) in value, according to Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.

Nation

Private companies covered 75% of costs for recent official trips abroad, PM tells Dewan Rakyat

KUALA LUMPUR: The government has implemented a new strategy to minimise expenses during official visits overseas, says Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.

Cricket

Cricket-Relaxed Bumrah enjoying responsibility of India captaincy

PERTH, Australia (Reuters) - India's Jasprit Bumrah has always enjoyed being thrust into difficult situations so after being handed the captaincy for the opener of a five-test series against Australia the pace spearhead has seized the opportunity with both hands.

Nation

Deputy Minister questioned by Dr Wee over Taliban visit to Education Ministry

KUALA LUMPUR: Questioning claims that Deputy Education Minister Wong Kah Woh was unaware of the 'Taliban' paying a visit, Datuk Seri Dr Wee Ka Siong wants clarification on the matter.

Arts

Malaysian artist Book of Lai's 'Tiny Moving Place' series is inspired by George Town heritage houses

The home on wheels – which has sparked many iterations and has evolved over the years – has become Book of Lai’s signature work

AseanPlus News

Malaysia promotes health, tourism at first-ever expo in Namibia

KUALA LUMPUR: (Bernama) The High Commission of Malaysia in Windhoek, Namibia, on Wednesday (Nov 20) hosted the inaugural Malaysia Health and Tourism Expo, highlighting the country's dual appeal as a top healthcare and tourism destination.

World

Analysis-Sinn Fein struggles deal blow to nationalists' united Ireland dream

DUBLIN/BELFAST (Reuters) - Sinn Fein's polling collapse from government-in-waiting to likely also-rans at an Irish election next week looks set to rob Irish nationalists of a potentially transformative moment in their pursuit of a united Ireland.

Nation

COP29: Every country should develop energy transition plan to achieve tangible results, says Nga

BAKU: Every country should work on an energy transition plan to reduce carbon footprint and tackle the global climate crisis, says Nga Kor Ming.

Corporate News

Bank Rakyat issues inaugural RM500mil Asean sustainability SRI sukuk

KUALA LUMPUR: Bank Kerjasama Rakyat Malaysia Bhd (Bank Rakyat), via Imtiaz Sukuk II Bhd, has issued its maiden RM500 million ASEAN Sustainability SRI (Sustainable and Responsible Investment) Sukuk.

Philippines

Marcos’ foreign trips yield US$14.2bil in investments

MANILA: Around US$14.2 billion worth of investment commitments from President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s foreign trips in the past 16 months have begun turning up as of December 2023, the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) reported Sunday (Nov 17).

Sabah & Sarawak

Sabah Parks rangers can now carry guns, more enforcement power under amendments

KOTA KINABALU: Sabah Parks rangers will now have more enforcement powers including being allowed to carry firearms with the state assembly unanimously passing amendments to the Parks Enactment 1984 on Thursday (Nov 21).

Nation

Man claims trial to fraud over Andy Lau, Jay Chou concert tickets

KUALA LUMPUR: A former employee of an entertainment company has pleaded not guilty at the Magistrate's Court here to a charge of fraud involving the purchase of 36 concert tickets for Andy Lau and Jay Chou, amounting to RM67,608, between May and September.

World

Russian attack on Dnipro damages industrial enterprise, rehabilitation centre, authorities say

KYIV (Reuters) - Russia's attack on the central Ukrainian city of Dnipro damaged an industrial enterprise and caused two fires in the city on Thursday, its regional authorities said.

Nation

Legal framework changes testament to govt's commitment to labour force welfare, says HR Minister

KUALA LUMPUR: Changes to legal frameworks are a testament to the government’s commitment to ensuring the welfare of the Malaysian workforce, says Steven Sim.