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Foreign selling streak on Bursa Malaysia enters fourth week with RM1.05bil outflows

KUALA LUMPUR: Foreign institutions extended their net selling on Bursa Malaysia to a fourth consecutive week, recording net outflows of RM1.05bil, according to MBSB Research.

Living

Artificial lights are 'pollutants' and should be curbed, astronomers say

Artificial light should be classed as a pollutant, says the UK's Royal Astronomical Society (RAS), in an appeal to curb its negative effects on human health and nature.

Matters of the Mind

Not-so-sweet effects of sugar on our mental health

While eating or drinking something sweet may be pleasurable, we don't usually recognise the negative mental effects of sugar.

Nation

Leaders must respect democratic mandate, no community should be marginalised, says Anwar

PUTRAJAYA: It would be arrogant to dismiss the people's choice or deny the rights of any community or political party that has participated in the democratic process, says Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.

Corporate News

Astro names Henry Tan interim group CEO as Euan Smith steps down

KUALA LUMPUR: Astro Malaysia Holdings Bhd's group chief executive officer (GCEO), Euan Smith, has stepped down after six years with the company, including more than three years at the helm.

World

Japanese city suspends 94 schools after first-ever bear sighting

TOKYO: The ⁠Japanese city of Utsunomiya has suspended all ⁠94 of the primary and middle schools that it ‌operates on Monday after its first-ever bear sighting, a municipal official said.

SEARCH Scholar Series

The AI dividend: Advancing shared prosperity in Malaysia and China

Artificial intelligence (AI) is no longer a distant concept confined to science fiction or research laboratories. Today, it is actively reshaping the global economy, driving productivity, innovation, and transforming everyday life. As governments and industries increasingly embrace these technological breakthroughs, a central policy challenge emerges.

Nation

Strong earthquake hits Mindanao, tremors felt in Sabah

KUALA LUMPUR: A strong earthquake measuring 7.9 on the Richter scale struck Mindanao, the Philippines at 7.37am on Monday (June 8), according to the Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia).

Markets

Bursa Malaysia starts week lower amid cautious sentiment

KUALA LUMPUR: Bursa Malaysia started the week on a weaker note, with the benchmark FBM KLCI slipping in early trade as investors remained cautious ahead of key economic data releases from major global markets.

Nation

HR Ministry backs MACC probe into Daya Kerjaya 2.0 claims, says Ramanan

KUALA LUMPUR: The Human Resources Ministry fully supports the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission's (MACC) ongoing investigations into alleged irregularities involving claims under the Daya Kerjaya 2.0 Programme.

Nation

Negri cops arrest woman for allegedly abusing, neglecting adopted daughter

SEREMBAN: Police have detained a 46-year-old woman to assist in investigation into the alleged abuse and neglect of her nine-year-old adopted daughter.

Forex

Ringgit higher against most major currencies, easier vs US dollar

KUALA LUMPUR: The ringgit traded mostly higher against major currencies but was easier against the US dollar in early trade today as the greenback strengthened following better-than-expected United States labour market data.

Entertainment

HK actor Joe Ma hospitalised due to severe inflammation and swelling in right leg

He had to cancel his scheduled work commitments due to his sudden illness.

Video games

Five standout games from Day of the Devs June presentation

Day of the Devs is always a delight, offering new experiences for fans who are tired of the same old shooters and sports games. Indie studios pour their hearts into these passion projects, and it shows in their quirkiness, weirdness and most importantly their innovative ideas.

Nation

Authorities urged to strengthen hiking safety measures, hikers must be well prepared, says Lam Thye

KUALA LUMPUR: The rescue of hiker Jaslinda Saludin after more than two weeks lost in the jungle should be a wake-up call for outdoor enthusiasts to put safety first when venturing into nature, says Tan Sri Lee Lam Thye.

Football

Soccer-Perez wins Real Madrid vote to extend reign after rare election challenge

MADRID, June 8 (Reuters) - Florentino Perez survived ⁠Real Madrid's first genuine presidential contest in two decades in the early hours of Monday, securing four more years at ⁠the helm but with more than a third of voting members backing a challenger who attacked his ownership plans.

Markets

Trading ideas: EITA, Alam Maritim, Well Chip, UMS Integration, Lianson Fleet, Encorp, Pineapple Resources

KUALA LUMPUR: EITA Resources Bhd, Alam Maritim Resources Bhd, Well Chip Group Bhd, UMS Integration Ltd, Lianson Fleet Group Bhd, Pineapple Resources Bhd and Encorp Bhd are among the stocks to watch today.

STARPICKS

Still deciding what to study? Visit Sunway University’s Open Days in KL and Penang

FOR students still weighing their options after receiving their exam results, the answer may be closer than they think.

Nation

Noh Omar rejoins Umno

ISKANDAR PUTERI: Former Bersatu Supreme Council member Tan Sri Noh Omar on Sunday (June 7) announced that he has relinquished his position in the party and rejoined Umno and the Barisan Nasional coalition.

True Or Not

QuickCheck: Is sleeping on your right side bad for your heart?

MALAYSIANS already have enough to worry about at bedtime – between the heat, mosquitoes and group chats that refuse to go quiet after midnight.