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Day: 2 February 2023

Sony hikes net profit forecasts as weak yen boosts gaming

SONY upgraded its annual net profit forecasts on Thursday, saying it expects strong results in its key gaming sector as the weak yen inflates profits on products sold abroad. The Japanese electronics and entertainment giant said net profit in the April-December period jumped 5% year-on-year to ¥809 billion (RM26.62 billion).

Govt conducting survey on Freedom of Information Act

THE legal affairs division under the Prime Minister’s Department is currently conducting a public survey on the proposed Freedom of Information (FOI) Act in Malaysia.  The four-part survey, containing 16 questions in total — both closed and open-ended — is open to individuals aged 18 and above.  

Bottled cooking oil price caps remain for Feb 8-March 7 period

THE maximum retail prices for pure bottled cooking oil will remain unchanged for the February 8-March 7 period, the Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Ministry said. Bottled cooking oil measuring 1kg will remain at RM6.90, 2kg at RM13.30, 3kg at RM19.60, and 5kg at RM30.90, in accordance with prices set under the Price Control […]

Putrajaya announces RM69 internet plan for underserved groups

SELECTED groups will be entitled to subscribe to the Unity Package Fixed Internet Broadband plan for RM69 per month, Communications and Digital Minister Fahmi Fadzil said. He said the plan, which will come into effect in March, will come with unlimited data and internet speed up to 30Mbps.

Kenya arrests teachers for forcing pupils to simulate sex

KENYAN police said Thursday that they had arrested six teachers over a viral video of primary school pupils simulating sex as punishment in an incident that caused uproar. The footage showed four boys in school uniform simulating sexual acts under a tree in the school compound as the teachers watched.