Metro News

Illegal dumpsites surge in Kuala Lumpur

THERE are 56 illegal dumping hotspots in Kuala Lumpur and the number is growing by the day.

Corporate News

Regional production issues to support glove margins

PETALING JAYA: Glove manufacturers may experience near-term stability in both pricing and volumes in the first half of financial year 2026 (1H26), supported by startup issues at a major Chinese maker's Indonesian plant and weather-related disruptions in Thailand.

Metro News

MBSA to start towing abandoned vehicles next year

SHAH Alam City Council (MBSA)will begin towing abandoned cars from January next year, targeting vehicles left by workshops in parking bays.

Corporate News

Altice seeks cooperation agreement from creditors

LUXEMBOURG: Altice International has asked a group of secured creditors to send a copy of the cooperation agreement that binds them to act together in negotiations with the company before starting any potential discussions to restructure its balance sheet, according to a letter seen by Bloomberg.

Nation

S’pore-Ipoh flight set to woo more tourists from island republic

IPOH: Singaporeans can now enjoy an affordable holiday getaway here with the launch of Batik Air's direct flight from the island republic, says a state executive councillor.

Nation

M’sian students top charts

PUTRAJAYA: Malaysia sits comfortably above the regional average in the latest South-East Asia Primary Learning Metrics (SEA-PLM).

Corporate News

ACSR sets sustainability reporting breach approach

PETALING JAYA: The Advisory Committee on Sustainability Reporting (ACSR), chaired by the Securities Commission (SC), has announced its approach to addressing non-compliance with regulatory sustainability reporting requirements developed in alignment with the National Sustainability Reporting Framework (NSRF).

Other Sports

CDM: National athletes’ safety assured amid Thailand-Cambodia tensions

BANGKOK: Malaysia's chef de mission (CDM) to the SEA Games in Thailand Nurul Huda Abdullah (pic) has assured that the safety and welfare of national athletes remain fully protected despite the ongoing tension between Thailand and Cambodia.

Nation

Experts laud new traffic summons system

PETALING JAYA: Road safety experts believe the "pay early, pay less" traffic summons system set to take effect next year can be a game changer in addressing habitual traffic offenders who have long dodged paying their fines.

Economy

European CEOs favour investing in the US

BRUSSELS: Chief executives of large European companies are downbeat on Europe's economic prospects, albeit less so than six months ago, and have become more bullish about investing in the United States than at home, a survey shows.

Athletics

Andre proud to be given honour of becoming flag bearer with Aaliyah

PETALING JAYA: Triple jump athlete Andre Anura Anuar is set to carry the Jalur Gemilang as he leads Malaysia's contingent during the opening ceremony of the Thailand SEA Games tonight at Rajamangala National Stadium.

Nation

Putting an end to delays

KUALA LUMPUR: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim wants the Works Ministry to get tough against contractors who delay infrastructure projects to ensure that these projects are completed on schedule.

Letters

When denial hurts more than the diagnosis

FROM DR NAVEEN NAIR GANGADARAN Paediatrician Seremban The writer is a committee member of the Malaysian Paediatric Association and the Perinatal Society Malaysia.

Football

Though small in size, midfielder stands tall for Harimau Muda

BANGKOK: Haykal Danish Mohd Haizon may be the smallest player in the Harimau Muda squad, but he is playing like a giant in his role in midfield.

Nation

A white Christmas in tropical Malaysia

PETALING JAYA: It's snowing in Malaysia. From Kota Samarahan in Sarawak to the Kuala Lumpur City Centre, a white Christmas seems to be on the cards.

Corporate News

Cautious optimism surrounds tech firms

PETALING JAYA: The outlook for the technology (tech) sector appears increasingly cautious heading into 2026, even as investors anticipate greater stability after a volatile year.

Nation

Sharper digital eyes on the road

KUALA LUMPUR: The newly launched MyJalan 2.0 application will be enhanced with real-time tracking status and safety analytics for speedy road repairs, says Works Minister Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi (pic).

Metro News

Small trades in limbo over zoning rules

Kg Chempaka village businesses appealing to MBPJ for permit to continue operating from homes.

Nation

Probe underway into fatal SUV plunge in Terengganu

KUALA LUMPUR: The Works Ministry is investigating the alleged removal of road barriers at a stretch in Terengganu that led to the death of a couple, says Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi.

Other Sports

With more depth, NSC boss Jefri wants M’sian athletes back in SEA Games top five

BANGKOK: Officials may have avoided announcing a gold medal target, but that won't stop Malaysian athletes from chasing their own glory at the Thailand SEA Games.