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German carmaker BMW is to recall hundreds of thousands of cars worldwide over a potential risk of engine starters sparking a fire, a company spokesman confirmed to AFP yesterday. — AFP pic

BMW recalls hundreds of thousands of cars worldwide over defective starters linked to fire risk

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A Constellation of Excellence – Galaxy Macau Secures 12 Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star Awards in 2026

Venezuela’s acting president Delcy Rodriguez (right) speaks next to US Secretary of Energy Chris Wright during a press conference after a meeting at the Miraflores Presidential Palace in Caracas on February 11, 2026. US Energy Secretary Chris Wright arrived in Venezuela on February 11 for talks with acting president Delcy Rodriguez and oil industry executives on harnessing the country’s vast crude reserves. — AFP pic

US pushes for ‘dramatic increase’ in Venezuela oil output amid thaw in ties

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VinFast VF 8: The 'Just In Case' Electric SUV for Modern Families

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Analysis Reveals Three Major Coverage Misunderstanding for Hong Kong Travelers

Bursa Malaysia opened lower today, tracking Wall Street’s performance, while lower trading volume suggested a lack of retail participation ahead of the Chinese New Year holidays next week. — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa

Bursa Malaysia opens lower, tracks Wall Street amid thin trade ahead of CNY break

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Casa Minerals Inc Announces Closing of Oversubscribed Private Placement, and Retains European Marketing Firm for Investor Awareness Services

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Cyber and Supply Chain Risks Reshaping Japan’s Business Landscape, Aon Survey

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ATPI Strengthens Taiwan Presence with Award-Winning Travel Management Solution

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Sustainable seafood matters to eight in ten consumers, leading to calls for retailers to support sustainable choices

The ringgit opened higher against the US dollar, despite a firmer greenback, as continued confidence in Malaysia’s economic fundamentals supported the local currency. — Picture by Firdaus Latif

Ringgit opens higher against US dollar on steady domestic sentiment

Google bikes are seen at its headquarters in California. The tech giant’s parent company Alphabet is planning 100-year bonds despite strong cash flow to boost its AI spending. — AFP pic

Google parent targets US$20b fundraise, including century-long debt, to power AI push

Nextperia is at the centre of a standoff between China and the West, which threatened to hobble car manufacturers that rely on its chips. — Reuters pic

China’s Nexperia under investigation as Dutch court questions firm’s business conduct

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FEV Analysis: TCO Cut by Up to 33 Percent Through Range Extender Trucks

AI firm Mistral is expanding its European AI base outside France for the first time, targeting €1 billion revenue in 2026. — Unsplash pic

French AI firm Mistral invests €1.2b in first overseas data centres in Sweden, amid US competition

At 5pm, the FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI (FBM KLCI) rose 8.85 points or 0.51 per cent to 1,756.39 from yesterday’s close of 1,747.54. — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa

Bursa extends gains on improved sentiment, blue chips lead advance