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Ecuador to vote in November on whether to allow foreign military bases, says Electoral Council
QUITO (Reuters) -On Sunday, Ecuador's Electoral Council approved the holding of a referendum in November for citizens to decide whether…
2.3 million driving licence holders inactive, risk losing validity, says JPJ
PUTRAJAYA: The Road Transport Department (JPJ) has found that 2.3 million holders of the Competent Driving Licence (CDL) are currently…
Crowds flock to UTC NRD counters to replace damaged, old MyKad
KUALA LUMPUR: The National Registration Department (NRD) counters at Urban Transformation Centres (UTC) offer Malaysians a convenient option to replace…
Cyberattack causes disruption at European airports including Heathrow, Brussels
BRUSSELS (Reuters) -A cyberattack targeting a service provider for check-in and boarding systems has disrupted operations at several major European…
Armed Forces ready to deploy personnel, assets during monsoon, says chief
KUANTAN: The Malaysian Armed Forces is prepared to mobilise its personnel and assets to flood-affected areas during the upcoming monsoon…
QuickCheck: Is an ‘evil spirit’ scam tactic being used in Sarawak?
Superstitions often blur the line between belief and exploitation.When fear meets a convincing script, even the sceptical can be swayed.It…
Russia hits Ukraine with barrage of drones, missiles, kills 3, Kyiv says
KYIV (Reuters) - Russia launched a major drone and missile attack on Ukraine overnight, killing three people and injuring dozens,…
QuickCheck: Is a Johor politician’s name being misused to offer scam housing deals?
Scams love a trusted name almost as much as they love your money, as claims of endorsement often add an…
Credit rating reaffirmation demonstrates global confidence in Malaysia’s economy, says PM
SHAH ALAM: The reaffirmation of Malaysia's sovereign credit rating at ‘A-’ with a “Stable” outlook by S&P Global Ratings (S&P)…
Federal govt scrapped gas pipeline project, not us, says Warisan chief
SANDAKAN: Warisan has denied claims that it was behind the cancellation of the RM4.06bil Trans-Sabah Gas Pipeline (TSGP) project.Its president…
Greater adoption of AI, digitalisation key to better paying jobs, says Liew
ISKANDAR PUTERI: Budget 2026 will include measures to attract more investments, encourage automation and digitalisation, and create higher-paying jobs for…
Penang ratepayers call for tourism land category, object to quit rent hike
GEORGE TOWN: The Penang Ratepayers Association has urged the state government to introduce more land classification categories, particularly a "tourism"…
Russia files ICJ appeal over MH17 plane crash ruling
THE HAGUE: Russia has filed an appeal with the International Court of Justice over a decision deeming Moscow responsible for…
MSM’s Perai factory to stay at current site for another 10 years, says Loke
BUTTERWORTH: The government will allow the Malayan Sugar Manufacturing Company (MSM) in Perai to remain on its current site for…
Russia hails Malaysia as strategic, trusted partner in advancing regional cooperation
KUALA LUMPUR: Russia has described Malaysia as a strategic and trusted partner in strengthening regional cooperation, praising its leadership as…
Digital Ministry mulls joint effort with Education, Higher Education Ministries to boost AI education hub
KUALA LUMPUR: The Digital Ministry plans to hold discussions with the Education and Higher Education Ministries to showcase Malaysia’s academic…
More engagement sessions before FT Mufti Bill returns to Parliament, says Mohd Na’im
SHAH ALAM: Engagement sessions on the Mufti (Federal Territories) Bill 2024 are still underway before the Bill is brought again…
Poland scrambles aircraft after Russia launches strikes on Ukraine
(Reuters) - Polish and allied aircraft were deployed early on Saturday to ensure the safety of Polish airspace after Russia…
Lead and give back to society, Dr Wee tells TAR UMT graduates
KUALA LUMPUR: Be advocates for positive change, voices for the voiceless, and inspiring leaders who contribute back to society, Datuk…
More than 70% of M’sians support social media ban for under-14s, survey finds
SHAH ALAM: A majority of Malaysians agree that children under the age of 14 years old should not use social…
Third National Art Gallery to open in Ipoh, to feature immersive exhibition
IPOH: The Tourism, Arts and Culture Ministry is set to open the third National Art Gallery here, after Kuala Lumpur…
Trump raises fee for high-tech H-1B visa to US$100,000
WASHINGTON (AFP): United States President Donald Trump is raising dramatically to US$100,000 (RM420,700) the fee for the visa used extensively…
Malaysia deeply concerned over Security Council veto blocking Gaza ceasefire resolution
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia has expressed deep concern over the veto at the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) on Thursday (Sept…
Russian Defence Ministry: Russian fighters did not violate Estonian airspace
(Reuters) - Russian fighter jets did not violate Estonian airspace and flew over neutral waters of the Baltic Sea in…
Trump says US struck vessel in SOUTHCOM’s ‘area of responsibility,’ killing 3
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - President Donald Trump said on Friday that Washington carried out a strike on a vessel in the…
U.S. stocks close higher as Fed policy buoys sentiment
NEW YORK, Sept. 19 (Xinhua) -- U.S. stocks advanced on Friday, with all three major indexes closing at fresh record…
Ukraine’s Zelenskiy welcomes presentation of 19th sanctions package on Russia
(Reuters) - Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy welcomed on Friday the presentation of the European Union's 19th sanctions package on Russia,…
Trump says he is speaking with Afghanistan regarding Bagram air base
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump on Friday said he was speaking with Afghanistan about regaining control of the…
Zelenskiy says Ukrainian forces inflict heavy losses on Russia in counteroffensive
(Reuters) - Ukrainian troops pressed on with a frontline counteroffensive around two cities in the east of the country on…