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AmBank, Woori Bank team up to boost Malaysia–Korea business ties
KUALA LUMPUR: AmBank Group and South Korea's Woori Bank have entered into a partnership to strengthen bilateral investment and trade…

Mas Ermieyati breaks down talking about deaths of Zara Qairina, Palapes trainees
KUALA LUMPUR: Datuk Mas Ermieyati Samsudin was moved to tears in the Dewan Rakyat today as she recounted the recent…

No new vape licences in Pahang as state prepares for 2026 ban
KUANTAN: All 11 local authorities across Pahang have been instructed to stop issuing licences for the sale of vape products.Pahang…

Light aircraft skids off Melaka Airport runway, pilot under treatment
KUALA LUMPUR: A light aircraft skidded off the runway upon landing at Melaka Airport earlier this afternoon.The Civil Aviation Authority…

US praises Malaysia's Asean chair role in Thai-Cambodia ceasefire talks
KUALA LUMPUR: The United States has described Malaysia's role as Asean chair as vital in helping ease tensions between Thailand…

Senior EU official says Gaza crisis 'looks very much' like genocide
BRUSSELS: A senior member of the European Union's executive said the displacement and killing in Gaza looked very much like…

DBKL hauls up nine traders for obstructing sidewalks
KUALA LUMPUR: Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) seized items belonging to nine traders for obstructing public spaces and operating without…

Customs foils attempt to smuggle RM500,000 worth of vape products into Thailand
KANGAR: The Customs Department has foiled an attempt to smuggle 27,700 units of vape devices and liquids worth over RM500,000…

RTD to seize commercial vehicles driven by foreigners
KUALA LUMPUR: Companies found hiring foreigners to drive commercial vehicles will now face forfeiture of their vehicles.The Road Transport Department…

Zara's mother arrives at police station to hand over phone
KOTA KINABALU: The mother of the late Zara Qairina Mahathir turned up at the Karamunsing police station today to hand…

Govt proposes tobacco tax hike, cites health reforms
PUTRAJAYA: The government is considering a proposal to raise the tobacco tax to between 60 per cent and 70 per…

Denmark keen to boost Sarawak ties in green technology, high-tech sectors
KUCHING: Denmark is committed to strengthening cooperation with Sarawak in strategic areas including green technology, renewable energy, education and high-tech…

RM141 fruit order ends in RM200,000 loss for trader in online scam
MARAN: A 50-year-old trader lost nearly RM200,000 of her savings to scammers on Aug 3 after attempting to purchase fruits…

Don't penalise delivery riders for delays beyond their control, says Loke
KUALA LUMPUR: The Transport Ministry today urged delivery platforms not to impose strict penalties on riders for late deliveries caused…

Zambry: No truth to claims of foreign student influx at public universities
GEORGE TOWN: Higher Education Minister Datuk Seri Dr Zambry Abdul Kadir has dismissed claims of an influx of foreign student…

Ex-wushu exponent sentenced to 13 years' jail for child sexual assault
KUALA LUMPUR: Former national wushu exponent Gjeblehim Bong Teck Fuu was sentenced to 13 years in jail and four strokes…

#SHOWBIZ: Bosco Wong says he's still single because of his mum
HONG KONG: Popular Hong Kong actor Bosco Wong has not publicly dated anyone since ending his eight-year relationship with actress…

Rupee likely to hold ground after Trump ramps up tariff heat on Indian goods
MUMBAI: The Indian rupee is expected to open largely unchanged on Thursday, showing limited reaction to US President Donald Trump's…

Indian national arrested at KLIA with 2,500 red-eared sliders
SEPANG: An Indian national was arrested at Terminal 1 of the Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) after authorities discovered 2,500…

MOE lodges over 10 police reports following false claims over Zara Qairina's death
KUALA LUMPUR: The Education Ministry (MOE) has lodged more than 10 police reports against the circulation of videos and posts…

Doctor, soldier dreams halted by poverty as siblings quit school
TUMPAT: A teenage girl who dreams of becoming a doctor and her younger brother who hopes to join the army…

Naturalised athletes allowed in all sports if criteria met, says Hannah Yeoh
KUALA LUMPUR: The Youth and Sports Ministry does not restrict the use of naturalised athletes in sports beyond football, as…

Malaysian rubber industry must set new ESG benchmarks: Chan
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia's rubber industry must not only meet global standards but set new benchmarks to remain competitive in high-value…

Copper, other base metals rise on Fed rate cut bets, China trade deal hopes
NEW YORK: Copper and other base metals rose on Thursday, supported by growing expectations of a Federal Reserve rate cut…
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MARKET PULSE AM AUG 7, 2025 [WATCH]
KUALA LUMPUR: News on the latest moves on the stock and crypto markets.Bursa Malaysia opened on a positive note, following…

Trump tariffs don't spare his fans in EU
HUNGARIAN Prime Minister Viktor Orban promised that the return of his "dear friend" Donald Trump as US president would usher…

'Rileks Je, Takyah Toksik' campaign tackles cyberbullying in gaming
SAYS Tech and MyGameOn have joined forces to launch Rileks Je, Takyah Toksik, a collaborative campaign promoting mental wellness and…

Man arrested after driving against traffic in Kluang
KLUANG: A 51-year-old man has been arrested after allegedly driving against traffic and nearly colliding with an oncoming vehicle in…

Jailed seven times, repossessor caught again in drug operation
SHAH ALAM: Despite having been jailed seven times for various crimes, including drug offences, a 37-year-old motorcycle repossessor showed no…







