Parti Pejuang Tanah Air information chief Muhammad Rafique Rashid Ali on Friday (May 12) urged Attorney General Tan Sri Idrus Harun, who had earlier faced an unprecedented no-confidence vote this week, to explain his decision in several politically charged cases

Pejuang info chief asks AG to explain decisions on politically charged cases

KUALA LUMPUR (May 9): The international reserves of Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) amounted to US$114.4 billion (RM508.79 billion) as at April 28, 2023, said the central bank on Tuesday (May 9). This is down US$1.5 billion or 1.29% from US$115.9 billion that was recorded a fortnight ago on April 14.

BNM international reserves slipped 1.29% to US$114.4b as at April 28

KUALA LUMPUR (May 8): Focus Dynamics Group Bhd executive director Benson Tay Ben Seng has ceased to be a substantial shareholder in Saudee Group Bhd after offloading 33.09 million shares or 2.81% stake in the company.

Tay sold the block of Saudee shares for three sen each on May 3, according to Saudee’s bourse filing on Monday (May 8).

Tay Ben Seng ceases to be Saudee's substantial shareholder after just six months

Today, an average person has the power to shape the world like never before with just a smartphone, thanks to the rise of the creator economy. This ecosystem of individuals who monetise their creativity and expertise through various online platforms is expected to generate about US$75 billion (RM333 billion) in revenue by next year.

The creator revolution: From side hustle to the mainstream

The West Coast Expressway, a 233km toll highway connecting Banting in Selangor and Taiping in Perak, should have been completed three years ago under its concession agreement signed in 2013.

The long wait for the West Coast Expressway

KUALA LUMPUR (May 5): The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission on Friday (May 5) said it had managed to bring back and arrest an individual linked to the 1Malaysia Development Bhd (1MDB) scandal, following cooperation with foreign authorities.

MACC arrests individual linked to Jho Low and 1MDB scandal, records his statement

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With Mother’s Day on the horizon, we catch up with respected corporate figure and philanthropist Datuk Anne Eu and Cannes-nominated filmmaker daughter Amanda Nell on supporting and inspiring each other.

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Taiwan has rejected Uber Technologies Inc’s plan to acquire Delivery Hero SE’s Foodpanda business in Taiwan for roughly US$950 million (RM4.26 billion), the official Central News Agency reported.

Taiwan blocks Uber purchase of Delivery Hero’s arm — report

RADIANT Globaltech Bhd (KL:RGTECH), an ACE Market-­listed technology firm, is in the midst of acquiring an 80% stake in Rymnet Solutions Sdn Bhd for RM52.5 million. This strategic acquisition is aimed at enhancing its existing IT solutions by integrating human resources (HR) management system mod...

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Bank of Japan (BOJ) Governor Kazuo Ueda reiterated his view that the bank needs to carefully watch various risks without signalling the likelihood of an interest rate hike next month.

BOJ’s Ueda avoids giving clear hint on chances of January hike

Bangladesh authorities are investigating Singaporean billionaire Saiful Alam Masud for alleged financial crimes, including money laundering, the Straits Times reported on Wednesday. He denied wrongdoing.

Bangladesh probes Singaporean tycoon Saiful Alam — report

Amid escalating concerns about online harm in the country, the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) has introduced a regulatory framework for social media services and internet messaging service providers. This initiative signals a pivotal shift in digital safety, accountabil...

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South Korea's suspended President Yoon Suk Yeol did not respond on Wednesday to a second summons by anti-corruption authorities who, along with prosecutors, are investigating his short-lived martial law decree issued early this month.

South Korea's Yoon defies second agency summons over martial law

China approved a value-added tax (VAT) law on Wednesday to take effect on Jan 1, 2026, the official Xinhua said, bringing into one document previous regulations that have included exempting items from the tax.

China approves value-added tax law, taking effect in 2026

The new geopolitics after the first Cold War undermines peace, sustainability and human development. Hegemonic priorities continue to threaten humanity’s well-being and prospects for progress.

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President Joe Biden signed 50 bills into law on Tuesday that include making the bald eagle the country's official bird and one that stops members of Congress from collecting their pensions if convicted of crimes.

Biden signs 50 bills into law, makes bald eagle the country's official bird

China refrained from cutting the interest rate and drained the most cash since 2014 with a one-year policy tool, keeping its powder dry ahead of possible escalation in trade tensions with the US next year.

China keeps key rate steady as it withdraws most cash since 2014

Honda and Nissan expect big benefits from their potential merger to create the world's third-largest auto group but intense competition from China raises questions about whether they can make it work in time.

Honda, Nissan tie-up requires something neither can spare: time

China refrained from cutting the interest rate and drained the most cash since 2014 with a one-year policy tool, keeping its powder dry ahead of possible escalation in trade tensions with the US next year.

The government has initiated an administrative (sunset) review of anti-dumping duties on imports of cold rolled coils of iron, or non-alloy steel, and of width more than 1,300mm, originating or exported from China, South Korea, Japan, and Vietnam.

Govt initiates sunset review of anti-dumping duties for iron or non-alloy steel cold rolled coils

The King and Queen of Malaysia, Sultan Ibrahim Sultan Iskandar and Raja Zarith Sofiah, have extended their Christmas greetings to all Malaysians who are celebrating.

King, Queen extend Christmas greetings

Apple has asked to participate in Google's upcoming US antitrust trial over online search, saying it cannot rely on Google to defend revenue-sharing agreements that send the iPhone maker billions of dollars each year for making Google the default search engine on its Safari browser.

Apple seeks to defend Google's billion-dollar payments in search case

China approved a value-added tax (VAT) law on Wednesday to take effect on Jan 1, 2026, the official Xinhua said, bringing into one document previous regulations that have included exempting items from the tax.

President Joe Biden signed 50 bills into law on Tuesday that include making the bald eagle the country's official bird and one that stops members of Congress from collecting their pensions if convicted of crimes.

A leading indicator of Japan's service-sector inflation rose to 3.0% in November, accelerating for a second straight month, data showed on Wednesday, backing up the central bank's view that rising wages are prodding more firms to pass on higher costs.

Japan corporate service inflation rises, bolsters BOJ rate-hike odds