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Strong ringgit signals renewed confidence, but exporters feel the pinch

Strong ringgit signals renewed confidence, but exporters feel the pinch

KUALA LUMPUR: The ringgit's sharp appreciation this year is a sign that Malaysia's economic credibility has returned, but policymakers must…
Ukraine ministers resign over major corruption scandals

Ukraine ministers resign over major corruption scandals

KYIV: Ukraine's energy and justice ministers resigned on Wednesday, the government said, over their alleged involvement in a sweeping corruption…
Tuberculosis killed 1.23 million last year - WHO

Tuberculosis killed 1.23 million last year – WHO

GENEVA: Tuberculosis remains the world's leading infectious killer, claiming an estimated 1.23 million lives last year, the UN health organisation…
Iraq, UAE battle to keep World Cup dream alive

Iraq, UAE battle to keep World Cup dream alive

Your browser does not support the audio element.HONG KONG: Iraq and the United Arab Emirates will attempt to overcome the…
Lat backs creative freedom for 'Kampung Boy' adaptation

Lat backs creative freedom for 'Kampung Boy' adaptation

Your browser does not support the audio element.IPOH: Seniman Negara (National Artiste) Datuk Mohammad Nor Mohammad Khalid, better known as…
Two in five women fear breast cancer recurrence

Two in five women fear breast cancer recurrence

Your browser does not support the audio element.WOMEN across Asia Pacific and the Middle East are living far longer after…
Op Bleach: 11, including officers, held for bribery in RTK applications

Op Bleach: 11, including officers, held for bribery in RTK applications

KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) has arrested 11 people, including 10 enforcement officers and a retired officer, for…
Two ex-Vietnamese officials sentenced over US$106 million illegal betting ring

Two ex-Vietnamese officials sentenced over US$106 million illegal betting ring

HANOI: A court in Vietnam handed jail sentences on Wednesday to two former local officials who wagered millions of dollars…
Investigation papers on 'VIP lane' border crossers submitted to DPP

Investigation papers on 'VIP lane' border crossers submitted to DPP

KOTA BARU: Investigation papers involving eight people who entered Malaysia from Sungai Golok without valid travel documents have been submitted…
UK PM Starmer under pressure after minister denies plotting to oust him

UK PM Starmer under pressure after minister denies plotting to oust him

LONDON: UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer insisted Wednesday he runs a "united team" after a senior minister was forced to…
Trump intervenes in Israeli corruption cases, asks full pardon for Netanyahu

Trump intervenes in Israeli corruption cases, asks full pardon for Netanyahu

JERUSALEM: Israeli President Isaac Herzog said he received a letter from US President Donald Trump on Wednesday asking him to…
Police play vital role as educational partner to shape disciplined youth

Police play vital role as educational partner to shape disciplined youth

KUALA PILAH: The police play a vital role as an educational partner in shaping disciplined and morally upright young people,…
Indonesia's free meal scheme linked to nearly half of food poisoning cases

Indonesia's free meal scheme linked to nearly half of food poisoning cases

JAKARTA: The Indonesian government's hallmark programme to provide free meals to combat malnutrition in the country has contributed to nearly…
UN trucks reach famine-hit north Gaza after crossing reopens

UN trucks reach famine-hit north Gaza after crossing reopens

JERUSALEM: Israel said it had opened a key crossing into northern Gaza on Wednesday to allow the entry of humanitarian…
Sabah polls: Rahman Dahlan bows out of Tempasuk race days after candidacy announcement

Sabah polls: Rahman Dahlan bows out of Tempasuk race days after candidacy announcement

KOTA KINABALU: Sabah Umno deputy chief Datuk Seri Abdul Rahman Dahlan has withdrawn as Barisan Nasional (BN)'s candidate for the…
Sabah polls: Rahman Dahlan to make way for local candidate in Tempasuk

Sabah polls: Rahman Dahlan to make way for local candidate in Tempasuk

KOTA KINABALU: Sabah Umno deputy chief Datuk Seri Abdul Rahman Dahlan has decided to make way for a new local…
Sabah polls: PGRS Klias leaders join BN

Sabah polls: PGRS Klias leaders join BN

KUALA LUMPUR: Barisan Nasional (BN) Sabah has strengthened its foothold in Beaufort following the decision by the top leadership of…
Rachel stuns Belgian ace in China Open

Rachel stuns Belgian ace in China Open

KUALA LUMPUR: Defending champion Rachel Arnold played brilliantly to stun world No. 12 Nele Gilis of Belgium for a place…
Brazil's COP30 resumes after security clashes with Indigenous protesters

Brazil's COP30 resumes after security clashes with Indigenous protesters

BELEM, Brazil: A day after Indigenous protesters stormed Brazil's COP30 climate summit, country delegates returned to negotiating actions, policies and…
India calls Delhi car blast a terror incident with possible Kashmir link

India calls Delhi car blast a terror incident with possible Kashmir link

NEW DELHI: India's government confirmed on Wednesday that it was treating acar blast that killed eight people and wounded at…
Kelantan renewable energy demand projected to reach 46pct by 2027

Kelantan renewable energy demand projected to reach 46pct by 2027

KOTA BARU: Demand for electricity generated from renewable sources in Kelantan is projected to reach at least 46 per cent…
UK PM: BBC should 'correct errors' as Trump mulls lawsuit

UK PM: BBC should 'correct errors' as Trump mulls lawsuit

LONDON: British Prime Minister Keir Starmer on Wednesday warned that the BBC should "get their house in order" after US…
Tunku Ismail raises concern over traffic impact of RTS Link

Tunku Ismail raises concern over traffic impact of RTS Link

Slug: izpotentialHL: Tunku Ismail raises concern over traffic impact of RTS LinkBy Luqman HakimKUALA LUMPUR: The Regent of Johor, Tunku…
MM2H one-stop centre at TRX strengthens Malaysia's global appeal to expatriates

MM2H one-stop centre at TRX strengthens Malaysia's global appeal to expatriates

KUALA LUMPUR: The first one-stop centre for the Malaysia My Second Home (MM2H) Programme at The Exchange 106, TRX, operated…
Over 20,000 new teachers to be placed in schools this year, says MOE

Over 20,000 new teachers to be placed in schools this year, says MOE

KUALA LUMPUR: Over 20,000 new teachers will be placed in schools this year, with 10,045 already assigned as of Sept…
MOT receives RM1mil logistics development grant from China's CRRC

MOT receives RM1mil logistics development grant from China's CRRC

PUTRAJAYA: The Transport Ministry (MOT) has received a RM1 million logistics development grant from China Railway Rolling Stock Corporation under…
BN welcomes federal govt's move to uphold 40pct special grant for Sabah

BN welcomes federal govt's move to uphold 40pct special grant for Sabah

KUALA LUMPUR: Barisan Nasional (BN) has welcomed the federal government's decision to uphold the principle of the 40 per cent…
News@9: Today's top headlines - Nov 12, 2025 [WATCH]

News@9: Today's top headlines – Nov 12, 2025 [WATCH]

Here are today's top stories: Regional crisis The recent Rohingya boat tragedy is not an isolated incident but reflects a…