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Trump’s tariffs had little impact on GDP in 2025, but raised revenue, academic paper finds
WASHINGTON: U.S. President Donald Trump’s barrage of tariffs last year had only a minimal impact on U.S. economic output but raised significant federal revenue and contributed to a further U.S.-China […]
Cops bust four vehicle theft rings in Wangsa Maju, 21 nabbed
KUALA LUMPUR: Four vehicle theft syndicates operating in Wangsa Maju have been dismantled following a three-month police operation. Read full story Date: 26 March, 2026 12:00 pm Source: thestar.com.my
Couple jailed one year for sex act at Batu Gantung cemetery
GEORGE TOWN: A man and woman caught engaging in a sexual act at the Batu Gantung Chinese Cemetery here have each been jailed for a year. Read full story Date: […]
Eight held for allegedly assaulting cops during enforcement op at Penang condo
GEORGE TOWN: Eight men have been detained for allegedly assaulting policemen during an enforcement operation at an apartment near Jalan Sungai here on Wednesday (March 25) night. Read full story […]
13 reforms in 100 days: Hannah Yeoh targets better governance in Kuala Lumpur
KUALA LUMPUR: Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Federal Territories) Hannah Yeoh has introduced 13 reform measures within her first 100 days in office to strengthen governance and enhance administrative […]
Johor sees 58% drop in fatal crashes during Ops Selamat
JOHOR BARU: Johor recorded a decline in road accidents during Ops Selamat, which was carried out in conjunction with the Hari Raya Aidilfitri festive period. Read full story Date: 26 […]
Oil prices climb as investors reassess Middle East ceasefire prospects
TOKYO: Oil prices climbed on Thursday, recovering some of the previous day’s losses as investors reexamined prospects for de-escalation in the Middle East as Iran said it was still reviewing […]
Kenanga sees value in Astro, TA Securities issues sell call
KUALA LUMPUR: Astro Malaysia Holdings Bhd’s full-year results for the financial year ended Jan 31, 2026 (FY26) came largely in line with Kenanga Research’s expectations and exceeded consensus estimates. Read […]
Lynas to develop rare earths metal production plant in Vietnam
Lynas Rare Earths Ltd. will join forces with South Korea’s LS Cable & System Ltd. to explore development of a rare earths metals production plant in Vietnam. Read full story […]
Government raises diesel assistance to RM300
KUALA LUMPUR: The RM200 Budi Madani cash assistance under the diesel subsidy rationalisation programme has been increased to RM300. Read full story Date: 26 March, 2026 11:00 am Source: thestar.com.my