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National Space Agency set up to boost capabilities

THE city-state is establishing its National Space Agency (NSAS) to advance space technology capa­bilities and tap into emerging opportunities in the fast-growing global space economy.

What you need to know about Nipah virus disease

In recent days, the authorities in countries such as Malaysia, Thailand and Vietnam have been on high alert after an outbreak of the deadly Nipah virus in the Indian state of West Bengal.

Govt to invest over S$1bil in public research on AI

THE city-state will invest more than S$1bil (RM3.1bil) in public research on artificial intelligence through 2030 to bolster its capabilities and enhance global competitiveness, the government said.

Maritime border negotiations with Singapore, including Batu Puteh, based on UNCLOS 1982, says Tok Mat

KUALA LUMPUR: Maritime border talks between Malaysia and Singapore continue in several areas, with all decisions based on international law, including the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS) 1982, says Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan.

Long-awaited UN biodiversity treaty enters into force

A landmark global treaty to safeguard biodiversity in the high seas has come into effect, provi­ding countries with a legally bin­ding framework to tackle threats such as overfishing and meet a target to protect 30% of the ocean environment by 2030.

Opposition leader stripped of post for lying to parliament

Prime Minister Lawrence Wong has stripped Pritam Singh of his post as Leader of the Opposition, saying his position had become untenable after his conviction for lying to parliament.

RTS Link construction on track for completion by end 2026

PETALING JAYA: The Rapid Transit System (RTS) Link project connecting Malaysia and Singapore is progressing smoothly and is expected to be completed on schedule by the end of this year, says Transport Minister Anthony Loke.

Coroner’s court: Zubeen Garg swam without life vest

A police inves­­­­­ti­gator revealed that Indian singer Zubeen Garg was "severely intoxicated" when he drowned while swimming in waters near Lazarus Island.

Jail, caning for married man who posed as ‘sugar daddy’

Posing as a Caucasian "sugar daddy", an unemployed Malaysian pretended to be several characters, and got three Singapore-based women to engage in numerous sexual acts with him.

Ringgit gains against Singapore Dollar unlikely to hit trade

JOHOR BARU: The ringgit's recent strengthening to around 3.16 against the Singapore dollar was expected and has had little impact on cross-border trade between Malaysia and Singapore, an academic says.