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Forex
Ringgit stays lower against US dollar ahead of Fed rate decision
KUALA LUMPUR: The ringgit continued its downtrend today to end lower against the greenback for the third consecutive day ahead of a decision on US interest rates tomorrow and as Japan made its first rate hike in 17 years, an analyst said.
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World
Zimbabwe sect leader accused of child abuse is denied bail
NORTON, Zimbabwe (Reuters) - The leader of a religious sect in Zimbabwe was denied bail on Tuesday after being arrested last week for suspected child abuse when police found 251 minors working on his farm and 16 graves.
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AseanPlus News
NS Square to be completed by 2027, a ‘national landmark’ for all Singaporeans, says minister
The upcoming NS Square will be a space for national servicemen and their families, featuring a permanent stage deck and grandstand to host National Day Parades (NDPs) and other large-scale events, a water sports centre, and a public waterfront promenade.
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Nation
Prices of imported white rice reduced by RM2-RM3 from March 20
PUTRAJAYA: The government, through the National Action Council on Cost of Living (Naccol), has agreed to reduce the retail price of imported white rice by RM2 to RM3 from Wednesday (March 20), says Datuk Seri Mohamad Sabu.
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Corporate News
Bonia to acquire 30% stake in ITSH for RM7.5mil
PETALING JAYA: Bonia Corp Bhd is proposing to subscribe to 6.19 million shares, or a 30% stake in IT SEA Holdings Sdn Bhd (ITSH) for RM7.5mil.
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Nation
Jakim issues warning to KK Super Mart, urges public to leave 3R matters to authorities
PETALING JAYA: The founder of the convenience store chain KK Super Mart has been summoned to and issued a warning by the Islamic Development Department (Jakim).
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Philippines
Blinken assures Philippines of 'ironclad cooperation commitments'
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken on Tuesday assured the Philippines of continued US "ironclad” support amid rising tensions with China in the disputed South China Sea.
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Corporate News
KJTS wins RM6.6mil contract from Takaful Malaysia
KUALA LUMPUR: KJTS Group Bhd’s wholly-owned subsidiary, KJ Technical Services Sdn Bhd (KJTSSB) has secured a contract totalling RM6.6mil from Syarikat Takaful Malaysia Keluarga Bhd (STMKB).
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AseanPlus News
Famine in Gaza is imminent with health consequences, says WHO; death toll rises up to 31,726
The World Health Organisation (WHO) said the latest analysis from the Integrated Food Security Phase Classification (IPC) reflects the dire situation that the people of Gaza are facing.
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Nation
Cut the red tape for citizenship applications for stateless people, urges Lawyers for Liberty
PETALING JAYA: Social rights organisation Lawyers for Liberty (LFL) has called on the government to address the red tape involved in the application process for citizenship by stateless people.
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Nation
Senator moots electricity bill rebates due to heatwave
KUALA LUMPUR: Tenaga Nasional Berhad (TNB) has been urged to give a rebate of 15 to 20 per cent on the overall electricity bill from January to March this year following the hot weather phenomenon that is still affecting the country.
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Nation
Three cosmetic products found to contain scheduled poisons
PUTRAJAYA: The Health Ministry has revoked the notification of three cosmetics products because they were found to contain scheduled poisons, and not allowed to be sold in Malaysia.
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Nation
Apology messages appearing on KK Super Mart electronic displays, cash registers
PETALING JAYA: KK Super Mart is displaying apology messages over the controversial sock issue on large electronic displays and cash registers at its outlets nationwide.
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World
Russia gets new head of Navy after Black Sea Fleet suffers at hand of Ukraine
MOSCOW (Reuters) - The new head of Russia's Navy was formally presented in his new role for the first time on Tuesday at a pomp-filled ceremony, the state RIA news agency reported, confirming the appointment of Admiral Alexander Moiseev as acting head of the Navy.
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Style
Ask The Expert: All your beauty questions about vegan skincare answered
Ask The Expert is a column where we get experts to answer questions on topics related to fashion and beauty. This month, Sigi Skin founder and managing director Xenia Wong answers your questions on vegan skincare.
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Nation
All citizenship applications for kids born to Malaysian women have been processed as of March 7, says Saifuddin
PUTRAJAYA: All citizenship applications for children born to Malaysian mothers abroad have been processed as of March 7, says Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail.
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Myanmar
Myanmar people turning attention to EVs as fuel prices continue to soar in country
As fuel prices soar and concerns over environmental impact grow, many residents in Myanmar are turning to electric vehicles (EVs) as a solution to their transportation needs.
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Cambodia
Experts meet in Cambodia for restoration, development of UNESCO-listed Preah Vihear temple
The International Coordinating Committee for the Safeguarding and Development of the Preah Vihear (ICC-Preah Vihear) held its ninth plenary session in northwest Cambodia's Siem Reap province on Tuesday.
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Nation
Let police investigate socks issue, says Home Minister
PUTRAJAYA: Let the police investigate the recent controversy involving socks sold at convenience store chain KK Super Mart, says Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail.
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Laos
Big business for Laos as cassava leads country's exports in January 2024 amid trade deficit
Cassava emerged as the leading export product in the initial month of this year, according to reports from Lao government sources. Continuing a trend observed in 2023, Laos faced a trade deficit surpassing US$188 million in January this year.