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Under Budget 2024, the government targeted sectors that typically generate strong multiplier effects, such as infrastructure and SME development, says economist Benedict Weerasena. (Bernama pic) PETALING JAYA: With Budget 2025 set to be unveiled this week, the government is expected to continue its strategy of reshaping Malaysia’s future by investing in key areas that will […]
The Academic Staff Union of Polytechnics (ASUP) has issued a 15-day ultimatum to the Nigerian government and the National Board for Technical Education (NBTE) over unmet demands. The Coordinator, Zone C of the union, Nurudeen Masopa, said in a statement that the union resolved to issue the ultimatum after a recent National Executive Council (NEC) […]
Sammy Leung and his wife. Adelyn Lau Famous radio host Sammy Leung Chi-kin says he was denied a room in an Osaka hotel despite booking in advance through an online travel agency, prompting a warning to travelers to confirm with hotels directly before going to Japan. Leung, 50, said he reserved the room a […]
Monkeys are fed yesterday in their cage. The ones which died – similar to the pictures, clockwise from top – are three white-faced sakis, a common squirrel monkey, three cotton-top tamarins and a De Brazza’s monkey. SING TAO Previous Next Ayra Wang The mammals […]
A temporary bridge built by villagers in Kampung Teluk Rambong, Baling, Kedah. (Bernama pic) PETALING JAYA: With makeshift bridges constantly been destroyed by floods, residents in Kampung Teluk Rambong, Baling, Kedah, have called for the immediate construction of a new permanent bridge. Since Sept 30, the village has experienced three waves of floods, which not […]
Perak police chief Azizi Mat Aris said they are investigating if there are other victims. (Bernama pic) PETALING JAYA: A teacher in Ipoh has been remanded for six days after he allegedly hugged and kissed a 12-year-old student. Perak police chief Azizi Mat Aris said the 37-year-old suspect also allegedly sent indecent pictures to the […]
Sarawak DAP chairman Chong Chieng Jen said the issue highlighted Sarawak DAP’s role in the current federal government. (Facebook pic) PETALING JAYA: Sarawak DAP, which had opposed a purported inheritance tax, has welcomed an announcement by secretary-general Loke Siew Fook that the Cabinet had never discussed such a tax. Sarawak DAP chairman Chong Chieng Jen […]
Sam Hou-fai acknowledges that Macau will continue to face difficulties. SING TAO Sam Hou-fai, who earned the nod of 396 of the 398 electors present, is congratulated by his wife and campaign team. Right: former leader Fernando Chui. SING TAO Previous Next Michael Shum Hong […]
Princess Aiko, the only child of Emperor Naruhito, visits the Japan Games sports festival in Saga, southwestern Japan, on Oct. 11, 2024. (Kyodo) The following is the latest list of selected news summaries by Kyodo News. ———- Nobel committee’s aim to make anti-nuclear movement global: Hidankyo TOKYO – The Nobel committee likely gave the […]
Milton Foo, head of SUPP’s public complaints bureau, speaking to worried parents in his office. (Facebook pic) PETALING JAYA: Seven Malaysians rescued from job scams have remained stranded in Cambodia, according to the Sarawak United Peoples’ Party. Five of the victims are from Sarawak and two from Johor, SUPP public complaints bureau chief Milton Foo […]