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Two Thai nationals, aged 21 and 28, fired shots at a Malaysia border checkpoint, claiming they were testing a borrowed w...
19/12/2024

Two Thai nationals, aged 21 and 28, fired shots at a Malaysia border checkpoint, claiming they were testing a borrowed weapon.

Two Thai nationals, aged 21 and 28, fired shots at a Malaysia border checkpoint, claiming they were testing a borrowed weapon.

Corporate dinner themes are becoming stale, with netizens suggesting creative ideas like "old money," "furry," and "ston...
19/12/2024

Corporate dinner themes are becoming stale, with netizens suggesting creative ideas like "old money," "furry," and "stone age" themes.

Corporate dinner themes are becoming stale, with netizens suggesting creative ideas like "old money," "furry," and "stone age" themes.

According to the Department of Labour Peninsular Malaysia (JTKSM), Muslim employees are permitted 20 minutes for each 's...
19/12/2024

According to the Department of Labour Peninsular Malaysia (JTKSM), Muslim employees are permitted 20 minutes for each 'solat' tine and at least 1.5 hours for their Friday’s prayers.

According to the Department of Labour Peninsular Malaysia (JTKSM), Muslim employees are permitted 20 minutes for each solat tine and at least 1.5 hours for their Friday’s prayers.

Malaysian equities ended mixed with the FBM KLCI slightly higher, despite a broader market decline and heavy Wall Street...
19/12/2024

Malaysian equities ended mixed with the FBM KLCI slightly higher, despite a broader market decline and heavy Wall Street sell-off.

Malaysian equities ended mixed with the FBM KLCI slightly higher, despite a broader market decline and heavy Wall Street sell-off.

Singapore's November 2024 home sales hit a decade-high, fueled by new launches, pent-up demand, and declining mortgage r...
19/12/2024

Singapore's November 2024 home sales hit a decade-high, fueled by new launches, pent-up demand, and declining mortgage rates.

Singapore's November 2024 home sales hit a decade-high, fueled by new launches, pent-up demand, and declining mortgage rates.

An online whistleblower has waved a red flag on the financial status of the Aerodyne Group after the Malaysian drone hig...
19/12/2024

An online whistleblower has waved a red flag on the financial status of the Aerodyne Group after the Malaysian drone high-flyer which was cited by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim in his Budget 2025 speech having amassed over RM100 mil in losses as per a financial report by SCRUT-powered Interepo.

An online whistleblower has waved a red flag on the financial status of the Aerodyne Group after the Malaysian drone high-flyer which was cited by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim in his Budget 2025 speech having amassed over RM100 mil in losses as per a financial report by SCRUT-powered Inte...

Datuk Seri Rosmah Mansor has described her acquittal today (Dec 19) of a dozen money laundering charges and five counts ...
19/12/2024

Datuk Seri Rosmah Mansor has described her acquittal today (Dec 19) of a dozen money laundering charges and five counts of failure to declare her income as a “birthday gift” as bewildered Malaysians are left questioning whether justice in this country is only for the wealthy and well-connected.

Datuk Seri Rosmah Mansor has described her acquittal today (Dec 19) of a dozen money laundering charges and five counts of failure to declare her income as a “birthday gift” as bewildered Malaysians are left questioning whether justice in this country is only for the wealthy and well-connected.

Malaysia's retail sector shows growth amid mixed corporate earnings and positive economic outlook.
19/12/2024

Malaysia's retail sector shows growth amid mixed corporate earnings and positive economic outlook.

Malaysia's retail sector shows growth amid mixed corporate earnings and positive economic outlook.

“Aiyah, Mat Salleh glamour”. That’s the oft-repeated justification for hiring expatriates in various industries, most no...
19/12/2024

“Aiyah, Mat Salleh glamour”. That’s the oft-repeated justification for hiring expatriates in various industries, most notably in private education and the aviation industries.

“Aiyah, Mat Salleh glamour”. That’s the oft-repeated justification for hiring expatriates in various industries, most notably in private education and the aviation industries.

Controversial satirist Mohd Fahmi Reza Mohd Zarin a.k.a. Fahmi Reza has been summoned to the Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM...
19/12/2024

Controversial satirist Mohd Fahmi Reza Mohd Zarin a.k.a. Fahmi Reza has been summoned to the Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) headquarters in Bukit Aman this morning (Dec 19) for questioning over a satirical political graphic that he had posted on Facebook.

Controversial satirist Mohd Fahmi Reza Mohd Zarin a.k.a. Fahmi Reza has been summoned to the Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) headquarters in Bukit Aman this morning (Dec 19) for questioning over a satirical political graphic that he had posted on Facebook.

The semiconductor industry is experiencing an uptrend driven by AI, HPC, and 5G, with growth in memory and smartphones.
19/12/2024

The semiconductor industry is experiencing an uptrend driven by AI, HPC, and 5G, with growth in memory and smartphones.

The semiconductor industry is experiencing an uptrend driven by AI, HPC, and 5G, with growth in memory and smartphones.

Although the US Fed trimmed its interest rate further as expected, the impact is unlikely to be pronounced on Bursa Mala...
19/12/2024

Although the US Fed trimmed its interest rate further as expected, the impact is unlikely to be pronounced on Bursa Malaysia stocks due to the prevailing selling spree by foreign funds that will continue to dent the hopes for a stronger recovery.

Although the Fed trimmed its interest rate further as expected, the impact is unlikely to be pronounced on Bursa Malaysia stocks due to the prevailing selling spree by foreign funds that will continue to dent the hopes for a stronger recovery.

All it takes is one police report for the long arm of the law to catch up with ‘young ustaz’ Rayyan Wong who daringly re...
19/12/2024

All it takes is one police report for the long arm of the law to catch up with ‘young ustaz’ Rayyan Wong who daringly reprimanded (menegur) the Yang di-Pertuan Agong, Johor Regent and Prime Minister for their asam pedas feast in what he deemed as a non-halal establishment.

All it takes is one police report for the long arm of the law to catch up with ‘young ustaz’ Rayyan Wong who daringly reprimanded (menegur) the Yang di-Pertuan Agong, Johor Regent and Prime Minister for their 'asam pedas' feast in what he deemed as a non-halal establishment.

Main Market-listed property developer Paragon Globe Bhd (PGB) (formerly Goh Ban Huat Bhd) has achieved multiple GreenRE ...
18/12/2024

Main Market-listed property developer Paragon Globe Bhd (PGB) (formerly Goh Ban Huat Bhd) has achieved multiple GreenRE certifications for its projects, thus further solidifying its commitment to sustainability.

Main Market-listed property developer Paragon Globe Bhd (PGB) (formerly Goh Ban Huat Bhd) has achieved multiple GreenRE certifications for its projects, thus further solidifying its commitment to sustainability.

A fiery debate erupted over the RM35 price tag with many commenters claiming that this is way too much.
18/12/2024

A fiery debate erupted over the RM35 price tag with many commenters claiming that this is way too much.

A fiery debate erupted over the RM35 price tag with many commenters claiming that this is way too much.

Bursa Malaysia rebounded and closed higher due to buying support in selected heavyweights amid mixed performances from A...
18/12/2024

Bursa Malaysia rebounded and closed higher due to buying support in selected heavyweights amid mixed performances from Asian markets.

BURSA Malaysia rebounded and closed higher due to buying support in selected heavyweights amid mixed performances from Asian markets. At 5pm, the FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI (FBM KLCI) rose 0.14% or 2.25 points to 1,599.58 from Tuesday’s close of 1,597.33. The index opened unchanged and moved between...

‘Sharenting’ – the seemingly innocent act of parents sharing photos or videos of their children on social media – can, i...
18/12/2024

‘Sharenting’ – the seemingly innocent act of parents sharing photos or videos of their children on social media – can, in fact, put them in harm’s way.

Even though I never would have given you the same generosity when I helped put you in jail for all those years, it was v...
18/12/2024

Even though I never would have given you the same generosity when I helped put you in jail for all those years, it was very nice of you to assist me by covering up for me with the king's house-arrest addendum.

Even though I never would have given you the same generosity when I helped put you in jail for all those years, it was very nice of you to assist me by covering up for me with the king's house-arrest addendum.

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