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MIDA sees broader investment pipeline beyond data centres in 2026
KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA) is expected to see a variety of potential investments into various sectors this year, rather than solely focusing on data centres. Read […]
Anti-minority hate speech in India rose by 13% in 2025, US research group says
WASHINGTON, Jan 13 (Reuters) – Hate speech against minorities including Muslims and Christians in India rose by 13% in 2025, with most incidents occurring in states governed by Prime Minister […]
EU to ‘swiftly’ propose further sanctions on Iran, von der Leyen says
BRUSSELS, Jan 13 (Reuters) – The EU will “swiftly” propose further sanctions on those responsible for the repression of demonstrations in Iran, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said […]
South Korea prosecutor seeks death penalty for ex-president Yoon over martial law
SEOUL, Jan 13 (Reuters) – South Korea’s special prosecutor on Tuesday requested the death penalty for former president Yoon Suk Yeol on charges of insurrection over his brief imposition of […]
Fire razes five terrace houses in Shah Alam
SHAH ALAM: Five terrace houses at 5th Mile, Kampung Johan Setia, near the Al-Hidayah Mosque, were destroyed in a fire Tuesday (Jan 13) afternoon. Read full story Date: 13 January, 2026 […]
Man found dead in parked car in Ayer Keroh
MELAKA: The body of a man was found inside a car at a parking area in Ayer Keroh here on Tuesday (Jan 13), says police. Read full story Date: 13 January, […]
Ringgit ends higher as Trump-fed clash weakens the greenback
KUALA LUMPUR: The ringgit continued to strengthen against the US dollar on Tuesday, hovering towards the RM4.05 level at the close after opening at RM4.06, as the constant attack by the Trump administration against the […]
5E Resources secures Bursa Malaysia nod for ACE Market listing
JOHOR BAHRU: Waste management services provider 5E Resources Holdings Bhd (5E Resources) has received approval from Bursa Malaysia Securities Bhd for its proposed listing on the ACE Market. Read full […]
Astro to stop new Astro Fibre sign-ups from Feb 2026
KUALA LUMPUR: Astro said it will stop new sales and subscriber acquisitions for Astro Fibre effective Feb 1, 2026, following a strategic review of its businesses. Read full story Date: […]
Sarawak to introduce carbon levy on oil, gas and energy sectors
KUCHING: Sarawak will be introducing a carbon levy on facilities in the oil, gas and energy sectors this year, said Sarawak Premier Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg. Read full story […]