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Merdeka break expected to bring RM36m to southern Thailand from 60,000 Malaysian tourists
KOTA BARU, Sept 1 — About 60,000 Malaysians are expected to spend an estimated RM36 million in southern Thailand during the five-day Merdeka Day and school holiday period. The New […]
Ukraine tightens Kyiv security measures as Russian drone strikes intensify
KYIV, Sept 1 — Ukraine on Monday announced stricter security protocols for Kyiv public transport, schools and even parliament amid a major surge in Russian drone attacks it says are […]
Zahid Hamidi directs Rural Development Ministry to clear backlog by year-end
PUTRAJAYA, Sept 1 — The Ministry of Rural and Regional Development (KKDW) is implementing “Operation Zero Delay” for the last four months of this year by focusing on the immediate […]
Boy awarded RM359,123 after botched circumcision leaves permanent scarring
KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 1 — A Terengganu Sessions Court has reportedly awarded RM359,122.90 to a boy who suffered permanent scarring and extensive skin loss following a botched circumcision at a […]
MOF: Budi95 and Budi Diesel monthly entitlements back to 300L today
KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 1 — The basic monthly eligibility limit under Budi Madani has been increased from 200 to 300 litres, effective today. The Ministry of Finance (MOF), in a […]
Australia backs Pacific bloc’s right to host Taiwan amid China tensions
KOROR (Palau), Sept 1 — Australia said Tuesday the Pacific bloc will decide for itself who attends its annual summit, after China raised objections to Taiwan’s presence on the sidelines. […]
NRD: MyKad printing services disrupted until Sept 7 for shift to new-gen
KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 1 — The National Registration Department (NRD) is transitioning from the existing MyKad structure to the new-generation MyKad, causing temporary disruptions to its printing services. In a […]
EU halts Brazilian meat imports over animal health concerns
BRUSSELS, Sept 1 — The European Union will suspend imports of Brazilian meat and other animal products from Thursday, Brussels said, pending assurances from Brazil that it is complying with […]
US Supreme Court clears way for Trump’s US$600m White House ballroom project
WASHINGTON, Sept 1 — The US Supreme Court on Monday allowed President Donald Trump to continue construction of his White House ballroom, granting him a major victory as he works […]
Oil climbs as stocks slide on fresh Trump warning over Iran
HONG KONG, Sept 1 — Oil prices extended gains Tuesday amid fears of a fresh bout of military exchanges between the United States and Iran following a flare-up at the […]