Nation

Transportation plays a vital role in Asean's future, says Fadillah

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia is on the right path to strengthening its transportation network and connectivity among Asean member states to boost economic growth, says Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof.

Nation

Perak 2025 people-friendly budget focusing on Perakians’ welfare to be tabled on Nov 29

IPOH: The Perak 2025 people-friendly budget will be tabled on Nov 29, says state Speaker Datuk Mohammad Zahir Abdul Khalid.

Corporate News

Sime Darby Property aims for balanced sales contribution from industrial, residential segments

KUALA LUMPUR: Sime Darby Property Bhd (SDP) aims to achieve a more balanced sales contribution between its industrial and residential high-rise segments, said group managing director Datuk Seri Azmir Merican.

Corporate News

India's Adani Group sees US$22bil in value wiped off after US indictments

SHARES of Adani Group companies lost about $22 billion in market value in early trade on Thursday after U.S. prosecutors charged the billionaire chairman of the Indian conglomerate in an alleged bribery and fraud scheme.

Operating systems

Developers look ahead to new features coming in Android 16

Google has launched a first test version of Android 16, aimed at developers. It introduces several noteworthy new features, notably in the fields of music and health.

Entertainment

Korean star Song Joong-ki welcomes second child in Rome

The actor shared the news on his official fan cafe.

Living

Sabahan pride: Malaysian chef Linn Yong champions sustainable Sabah ingredients

This self-taught chef in Sabah is working hard to drive a culinary narrative that champions the state's local cuisine and ingredients.

Nation

Cops arrest six over 180km car chase from Muar to KL

JOHOR BARU: Police have arrested six men in connection with a 180km car chase from Muar to Kuala Lumpur in the early hours of Wednesday (Nov 20).

Singapore

What happens if Hin Leong founder O.K. Lim’s appeal fails? How will he be housed in prison?

SINGAPORE: Hin Leong founder Lim Oon Kuin, 82, will be assessed by a medical officer in prison if he fails in his appeal against his conviction over three charges of cheating and forgery, and a jail sentence of 17 years and six months.

Nation

Johor to extend Friday break to two hours

ISKANDAR PUTERI: In line with Johor’s weekend shift next year, both the public and private sectors are required to give their employees a two-hour break on Fridays.

Nation

'D' is OK but we'll get an 'A' next time, says Anwar over Bersih rating

KUALA LUMPUR: The Madani government has accepted its D grade from electoral reform watchdog, Bersih but is positive it will get an improved grade in the future, says Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.

Markets

PETRONAS Chemicals lifts KLCI amid broader market weakness

KUALA LUMPUR: The FBM KLCI retraced earlier losses on the back of buying interest in PETRONAS Chemicals, despite otherwise weak market sentiment.

Nation

Fewer couples tying the knot in Malaysia, but divorce rates also decline

PETALING JAYA: The number of marriages in Malaysia has dropped by 12.5%, from 215,022 in 2022 to 188,100 in 2023, according to the Statistics Department.

Nation

Malaysia hosts over 2 million registered foreign workers, says Home Minister

KUALA LUMPUR: More than two million registered foreign workers are in Malaysia, says the Home Minister.

Nation

Vietnam Communist Party chief To Lam begins official visit to Malaysia

SEPANG: General Secretary of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of Vietnam, To Lam, has arrived in Malaysia on Thursday (Nov 21) to begin a three-day official visit.

Nation

No issues expediting political financing Bill, PM tells Dewan Rakyat

KUALA LUMPUR: There are no issues to expedite the proposed political financing Bill, says Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.

Nation

M'sia, Brazil, South Africa held talks to demand reforms in UN, says Anwar

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia, Brazil and South Africa have held discussions to draft a new approach and demand reforms in the United Nations (UN), says Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.

AseanPlus News

Asian markets mixed as Nvidia falls short of hopes, eyes on Trump

HONG KONG: Asian markets were mixed Thursday (Nov 21) as another blockbuster earnings from chip titan Nvidia smashed forecasts but still left investors disappointed, while sentiment was also being swayed by geopolitical concerns.

Nation

High Court orders police to complete probe into Teoh Beng Hock's death

KUALA LUMPUR: The High Court has ordered the Royal Malaysia Police to complete its investigation into the death of Teoh Beng Hock, who died 15 years ago, within six months.

Nation

Seri Iskandar Hospital set to open on Dec 11

SERI ISKANDAR: Seri Iskandar Hospital will start its operation on Dec 11, says Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad.