Most Asian markets rebound from losses after Wall St rally
MOST Asian markets bounced from two days of losses today as traders tracked a Wall Street surge fuelled by data pointing to slowing US inflation and hopes the Federal Reserve’s rate hike drive is coming to an end. The gains will provide some relief to investors after last month’s rally appeared to have hit the […]
Govt aims to turn federal territories into smart cities by 2030
THE government aims to turn the federal territories into smart cities by 2030. Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said it is in line with the Malaysia Madani concept, which also emphasises the aspect of sustainability with the concept of green city and smart city.
Massive crowds expected for papal mass in DR Congo capital
UP to 1 million people are tipped to celebrate a papal mass in DR Congo’s capital today, on the second day of Pope Francis’s visit to the conflict-torn country. Tens of thousands of worshippers had already begun to flock to Kinshasa’s N’Dolo airport last night for a vigil held ahead of the open-air mass.
Govt aims to turn Federal Territories into smart cities by 2030, says PM Anwar
KUALA LUMPUR: The government aims to turn the federal territories into smart cities by 2030. Read full story
Two men arrested over suspected drugs distribution
PETALING JAYA: A local man has been arrested for alleged distribution of syabu. Read full story
Floods: Johor, Sabah record slight increase in number of evacuees
KUALA LUMPUR: The number of flood victims in Johor and Sabah rose slightly on Wednesday (Feb 1) morning, according to the respective State Disaster Management Committee (JPBN) secretariat. Read full story
Tengku Zafrul looking to run for Umno supreme council post
KUALA LUMPUR: Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Tengku Abdul Aziz is looking to contest for the Umno supreme council position, reported Astro Awani. Read full story
Action will be taken against travel agents who flout the law, says Tiong
KUCHING: Action will be taken against any travel agent found to have flouted the law in their operations, says Tourism, Arts and Culture Minister Datuk Seri Tiong King Sing. Read full story
MMA slams govt over last-minute posting of medical officer
PETALING JAYA: The Malaysian Medical Association (MAA) has hit out against the government over the last-minute posting of a medical officer (MO) who shared her experience on social media. Read full story
Framework needed for political appointments
LAST week, Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim announced the appointment of Nurul Izzah as his senior economic adviser. As with any political decision, supporters hailed it as a good use of talent while detractors panned it as nepotism.