Malaysian teacher’s compassion beyond the classroom
For Vienny Balakrishnan, teaching is more than just a profession. She often opens her home to students in need, offering meals, comfort and guidance, especially to those juggling…
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Slower growth expected for Malaysian economy
If global macroeconomic conditions continue to worsen, Bank Negara may be forced to cut interest rates to stimulate the economy.
In stunning U-turn, US President Trump walks back some tariffs, triggering historic market rally
Mr. Trump's turnabout, which came less than 24 hours after steep new tariffs kicked in on most trading partners, followed the most intense episode of financial market volatility…
Malaysia full steam ahead with reforms amid challenging market conditions
Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan said the Madani Economic framework is “clearly in place” and the execution via the National Industrial Master Plan 2030 and…
Any negotiations will put Malaysia’s interests first, says minister ahead of US trip for talks
Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz will also be chairing a meeting with Asean member states on April 10, where matters related to the US…
Anime in a glass: Sora Skybar in Phnom Penh’s new cocktail menu is an animated affair
Sora (which means “sky” in Japanese) is the highest sky bar in the Cambodian capital, perched on a cantilevered terrace on the 37th floor of Rosewood Phnom Penh.
Tariff discussions held between ASEAN senior officials with US Treasury rep
Although not part of the main agenda, the US tariffs appeared to be among the key topic of discussion on the first day of the 12th Asean Finance Ministers and Central Bank…
Malaysia’s furniture shipments to US put on hold for now
The United States is a crucial market for Malaysian furniture, accounting for 60% of the country’s exports.
Political fallout from disasters
Bangkok declares end of disaster situation, except for collapsed building area.
Conservationists demand stronger action after another pygmy elephant found decapitated in Malaysia’s Sabah
The carcass, discovered in the Tibow-Sapulut area near Tawau, was the second found in three months, following a similar incident in January along the Kalabakan-Sapulut road.