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The 100 AM Daiso store in Singapore first opened in February 2018 and was one of 33 outlets around the island, and will be closing on January 4, 2026. — Social media screengrabs from 100ammall and DAISO Singapore
Singapore  / 13 h ago

Singapore shoppers lose another Japanese store as Daiso to close 100 AM outlet

Rain clouds are seen over the city centre in Kuala Lumpur, on Dec 8, 2024. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 17 h ago

MetMalaysia issues thunderstorm warning for Klang Valley, six states until 1pm

Despite nearly 80 per cent of speed tests being conducted on 5G-capable devices, most Malaysian users still spend two-thirds of their time on 4G networks due to coverage gaps. — Picture by Mukhriz Hashim
Malaysia  / 18 h ago

Malaysia’s 5G speeds have nearly halved as network comes under strain, Ookla reports

In a statement uploaded on his Facebook page, Johor Menteri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi said the declaration was made in compliance with the decree of the Regent of Johor, Tunku Mahkota Ismail, as a mark of celebration for the team’s outstanding achievement in continuing its dominance in Malaysian football. — Picture from Facebook/Onn Hafiz Ghazi
Malaysia  / 18 h ago

Johor declares special public holiday after JDT’s FA Cup 2025 win, SPM exams to proceed as scheduled

File picture of the Federal Highway, October 14, 2020 heading towards Kuala Lumpur. Works Minister Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi said the decision was taken as the proposal to upgrade the 34.59-kilometre stretch of FT2 from Kuala Lumpur to Port Klang is no longer economically viable, due to the high costs of land and asset acquisition, as well as the potential social impact should the project proceed. — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa
Malaysia  / 14 h ago

No upgrade for Federal Highway from KL-Port Klang: Govt flags sky-high costs, social impact

According to the author, DAP’s quiet on key issues—from Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi’s DNAA to Tan Sri Azam Baki’s contract extension and ongoing corruption under Madani — risks alienating Chinese voters, a lesson already seen in Sabah’s polls. — Picture by Ahmad Zamzahuri
What You Think  / 17 h ago

The end of DAP’s ‘Golden Era’? — Izmil Amri

Instagram, TikTok, Snapchat, YouTube, Facebook, Twitch, and Reddit applications are displayed on a mobile phone in this illustration on December 9, 2025. — Reuters pic
Malaysia  / 15 h ago

MCMC: WhatsApp, TikTok, Facebook, YouTube to be auto-registered under Malaysian licensing from Jan 1

A general view shows the exterior of the Seri Negara in Kuala Lumpur on December 15, 2025. — Picture by Yusof Isa
Malaysia  / 13 h ago

A symbol reborn: Historic Seri Negara reopens to public on Dec 20 after meticulous restoration

People hold placards during a Hanukkah menorah lighting in Berlin, Germany on December 14, 2025, in solidarity with Australians after the Bondi Beach shooting. — AFP pic
World  / 18 h ago

Fruit seller disarms Bondi Beach gunman, now hospitalised with gunshot wounds as world hail him as ‘hero’

Lawyer Rajesh Nagarajan and Arun Dorasamy with the families of the victims of the Durian Tunggal police shooting giving a press conference and revealing newly obtained critical evidence in relation to the killing of the three victims at Lawyers for Liberty in Petaling Jaya, December 15, 2025. — Picture by Choo Choy May
Malaysia  / 13 h ago

Durian Tunggal shooting: Lawyers demand Melaka police chief be placed on garden leave after whistleblower challenges police timeline

Personal belongings lie at the scene of a deadly shooting during a Jewish celebration at Sydney’s Bondi Beach on December 15, 2025. — AFP pic
World  / 18 h ago

Bondi shooting leaves 16 dead as Australian police identify father-and-son gunmen in alleged antisemitic attack

Bollards line a pedestrian walkway in Kuala Lumpur, serving as safety barriers to keep vehicles off the pavement. — DBKL pic
Malaysia  / 16 h ago

Not just decor: DBKL reminds public of bollards’ crucial role in pedestrian safety

Police lead former Hong Kong media mogul Jimmy Lai away from his home after his arrest under the national security law in 2020; Lai was found guilty on December 15, 2025, of collusion and sedition. — AFP pic
World  / 16 h ago

Apple Daily founder Jimmy Lai found guilty under Hong Kong security law, faces possible life sentence

A general view of the Seri Negara in Kuala Lumpur on December 15, 2025. — Picture by Yusof Isa
Malaysia  / 14 h ago

‘Not a place for elites’: Anwar says Seri Negara must be symbol for all Malaysians

(From eighth right) Kuching South Deputy Mayor Datuk Zaiedi Suhaili, Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui Hian, and Kuching South Mayor Datuk Wee Hong Seng in a photocall with MBKS retired staff. — The Borneo Post pic 
Malaysia  / 17 h ago

Kuching ranks 13th globally, top five in Asia, as world’s retirement hotspot

Oil prices increased in early trade today due to a weaker dollar as a result of the US Federal Reserve’s decision to leave interest rates constant, while alleviating concerns for financial sector investors. — Reuters pic
Money / 03 Nov 2023

Oil prices up today over weakening dollar after Fed decision to leave interest rates unchanged

The euro and pound were heading for weekly gains against the dollar today, as the US-led rally in global bonds sent yields down, and with them the dollar, bringing relief even to the embattled Japanese yen. — Reuters pic
Money / 03 Nov 2023

Euro, pound set for weekly gain as traders bet Fed done with rate hikes

Workers set up the venue for the second China International Import Expo (CIIE) in Shanghai October 31, 2019. -— China Out pic via Reuters
Money / 03 Nov 2023

European chamber in China criticises upcoming Shanghai trade fair as ‘political showcase’

Malaysian equities ended the week mostly positive, reflecting the growing investor confidence after the temporary halt in US interest rate increases. — Picture by Azneal Ishak
Money / 03 Nov 2023

Bursa Malaysia ends positive on growing investor confidence

A customer walks past cars on display at a showroom of a BMW dealership in Sandton, South Africa, October 27, 2023. — Reuters pic
Money / 03 Nov 2023

BMW profits slide despite better sales

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Money / 03 Nov 2023

GFM Services Bhd to acquire remaining 51pc in Highbase Strategic for RM18.2m

High-rise buildings are illuminated in Jakarta August 4, 2022. — Reuters pic
Money / 03 Nov 2023

Indonesia’s economy to grow 5.1pc, backed by spending before election

A sign is pictured outside a Google office near the company's headquarters in Mountain View, California May 8, 2019. Lendlease Group and Alphabet’s Google are mutually ending development services deals for four master-planned districts worth US$15 billion (RM71 billion) in the San Francisco Bay Area. — Reuters pic
Money / 03 Nov 2023

Lendlease, Google end development deals for US$15b San Francisco Bay Area projects

Maersk said today it would slash 3,500 jobs as net profit and revenue plunged in the third quarter due to a sharp fall in freight rates. — Reuters pic
Money / 03 Nov 2023

Maersk to slash 3,500 jobs as profits, revenue plunge

At 3.01pm, the FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI (FBM KLCI) advanced 12.77 points to 1,452.54 from yesterday's close of 1,439.77. ― Picture by Ahmad Zamzahuri
Money / 03 Nov 2023

Bursa Malaysia continues uptrend at mid-afternoon

Wine bottles from around the world fill shelves in the cellar of Trio Wine Bar in Beijing, China November 1, 2023. ― Reuters pic
Money / 03 Nov 2023

China's wine market ready to welcome likely return of Aussie wine as ties improve

Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz, said the private sector in both countries has expressed their confidence over business prospects this year, although the global trade environment is experiencing a slowdown. — File picture by Miera Zulyana
Money / 03 Nov 2023

Tengku Zafrul: FDI from Japan to exceed RM30b this year 

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Money / 03 Nov 2023

Redress Demonstrates Critical Need to Upskill Asia’s Fashion Industry from Drawing Board to Boardroom

At 11.05am, the FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI (FBM KLCI) rose 7.93 points to 1,447.70 from yesterday's close of 1,439.77. — Picture by Ahmad Zamzahuri
Money / 03 Nov 2023

Bursa Malaysia higher across the board at mid-morning

The Hong Kong Stock Exchange is only the 11th-largest venue for initial public offerings this year, with merely US$2.7 billion (RM12.8 billion) raised through the third quarter, a shadow of its top position in most of the last decade. ― Reuters file pic
Money / 03 Nov 2023

Global finance chiefs to face tougher China questions at Hong Kong summit

According to Kenanga Research, Bank Negara Malaysia has a strong rationale to hold the overnight policy rate (OPR) steady at 3.0 per cent well into 2024 and possibly beyond, barring any unforeseen jolts. — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa
Money / 03 Nov 2023

Kenanga Research: Bank Negara has strong rationale to hold OPR at 3.0pc going into 2024