Corporate News

Gold Li plans first high-rise residential project in Muar by 2027

KUALA LUMPUR: Johor-based property developer Gold Li Holdings Bhd plans to launch its first high-rise residential project in 2027 as part of its strategy to expand beyond its traditional landed property segment.

Nation

MIC's entry into Perikatan now void after no confirmation, says Takiyuddin

SHAH ALAM: The earlier decision to accept MIC as a member party of Perikatan Nasional is no longer relevant and has been revoked following the party's failure to confirm it is joining the coalition.

Athletics

Athletics-Fast Eddie does it again, Australia's Nketia runs 9.74 in illegal wind

May 18 (Reuters) - Australia's Eddie Nketia ⁠has promised to run 100 metres under 10 seconds in ⁠legal conditions this season after going under the symbolic mark with ‌the help of an illegal wind for the second time in two months in Nebraska on Sunday.

Analysis

Has PMX stepped on a melting iceberg?

The dizzying string of events the last few days has pushed the Prime Minister to seriously consider an early general election

Style

Hublot collaborates with US artist Daniel Arsham for the second time

American contemporary visual artist Daniel Arsham has an extensive portfolio of work that defies easy categorisation.

Laos

Laos begins national campaign to boost interest in vocational skills development

VIENTIANE: A new nationwide campaign has been launched to reshape the perception of Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) among Lao youth, aiming to bridge the growing gap between the country's labour market needs and student career choices.

Myanmar

Moderate magnitude earthquake hits Myanmar

YANGON: A moderate earthquake struck Myanmar at around 8:35 a.m. local time on Monday (May 18), with strong tremors felt in the commercial hub, Yangon.

Badminton

Jun Hao admits missing training, says he had reasons

PETALING JAYA: Malaysia's top men's singles shuttler Leong Jun Hao has acknowledged missing several training sessions after being accused of skipping practice.

Style

Watches that stole the show at Watches and Wonders 2026

In a year where horology doubled down on high-end craftsmanship, Watches and Wonders 2026 saw brands blending innovative design with storied heritage in Geneva.

Global

Museums that challenge the ordinary

From underwater installations in Mexico to an open-air sculpture park in Belgium, these museums redefine how visitors experience art around the world.

Food News

This Australian lamb is known as the 'Wagyu' of its class

Newly launched in Malaysia, Gundgai Lamb is a pioneering lamb renowned for its marbling and quality.

Smartphones

Want more secure text messages? Update your iPhone to iOS 26.5 now

The changes in Apple's iOS 26.5 include end-to-end encryption for messages sent between iPhones and Android devices.

Vietnam

Supertanker with Iraqi oil heads for Vietnam after hold-up in US blockade

SINGAPORE: Supertanker Agios Fanourios I is heading for Vietnam to discharge its Iraqi crude oil cargo after it was held by the US Navy for five days in the Gulf of Oman, shipping data on LSEG showed.

Nation

Setiawangsa residents to continue receiving support despite vacant seat, says Hannah Yeoh

PETALING JAYA: Residents of Setiawangsa will continue receiving services and support despite the vacancy of the parliamentary seat, assured Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Federal Territories) Hannah Yeoh.

Nation

Suspect in woman's stabbing caught, remanded for seven days

ALOR SETAR: The suspect in a woman's stabbing outside a restaurant in Jalan Titi Gajah here on Sunday (May 17) night has been arrested.

Economy

PIVB keeps 20206 GDP growth forecast unchanged at 4.6% as domestic demand supports expansion

KUALA LUMPUR: Public Investment Bank Bhd (PIVB) has maintained its 2026 gross domestic product growth forecast at 4.6 per cent year-on-year (y-o-y), with domestic demand still anchoring the expansion.

Indonesia

Indonesia's free meals programme faces mounting governance concerns as Prabowo vows to fix problems

JAKARTA: President Prabowo Subianto has pledged to address various problems surrounding his administration's flagship free nutritious meal programme, while defending the multibillion-rupiah initiative as essential for students and farmers nationwide amid mounting concerns over its governance.

SEARCH Scholar Series

China’s Global Civilisation Initiative (GCI) in a realist world: Asean's pragmatic choice

Beijing launched its Global Civilisation Initiative (GCI), calling for equality between civilisations, mutual learning and dialogue, rejecting any claim that one civilisation is superior, and insisting that modernisation should not follow only a Western path.

Nation

M'sia to showcase leadership in vital areas at World Health Assembly in Geneva

PETALING JAYA: Malaysia will use the 79th World Health Assembly (WHA79) to push for people-centred health reforms, humanitarian assistance and stronger regional cooperation while showcasing its leadership in areas including rare diseases, mental health and access to affordable medicines, says the Health Ministry.

Thailand

Chinese supermarkets expand in Thailand on low prices and viral buzz

BANGKOK: Chinese investment continues to make inroads into Thai retail, with "Chinese supermarkets" expanding into Huai Khwang, Rama 9 and tourist cities.