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(Special for CAFS) Tanzania launches national awards to bolster tourism, conservation
Sun, 22 Dec 2024 00:41:00 +08:00
DAR ES SALAAM, Dec. 21 (Xinhua) -- Tanzania has launched the country's first national awards for tourism and conservation, designed to enhance the two key sectors. <a href="https://www.thestar.com.my/news/world/2024/12/22/special-for-cafs-tanzania-launches-national-awards-to-bolster-tourism-conservation">Read full story</a>
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Multi-story building collapses in N. India
Sun, 22 Dec 2024 00:12:00 +08:00
NEW DELHI, Dec. 21 (Xinhua) -- Several persons were feared trapped under the debris of a multi-story building that collapsed in India's northern state of Punjab on Saturday evening, according to a police officer. <a href="https://www.thestar.com.my/news/world/2024/12/22/multi-story-building-collapses-in-n-india">Read full story</a>
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TMJ clarifies role in ongoing enhancement of Harimau Malaya
Sat, 21 Dec 2024 23:33:00 +08:00
PETALING JAYA: Johor Regent Tunku Ismail Sultan Ibrahim clarifies his role in the ongoing revolution of Harimau Malaya, Malay language daily Sinar Harian reports. <a href="https://www.thestar.com.my/news/nation/2024/12/21/tmj-clarifies-role-in-ongoing-enhancement-of-harimau-malaya">Read full story</a>
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Man reported missing in Kuantan found dead in car
Sat, 21 Dec 2024 22:57:00 +08:00
KUANTAN: A 55-year-old man who had been reported missing since Dec 13 was found dead in a car in a parking lot near a restaurant in Sungai Isap on Saturday (Dec 21). <a href="https://www.thestar.com.my/news/nation/2024/12/21/man-reported-missing-in-kuantan-found-dead-in-car">Read full story</a>
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Zambry orders immediate probe into sexual harassment claims at UM
Sat, 21 Dec 2024 22:52:00 +08:00
KUALA LUMPUR: Datuk Seri Dr Zambry Abdul Kadir has instructed Universiti Malaya (UM) to launch an immediate investigation into two sexual harassment allegations that have tarnished the university’s image. <a href="https://www.thestar.com.my/news/nation/2024/12/21/zambry-orders-immediate-probe-into-sexual-harassment-claims-at-um">Read full story</a>
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Cops seek public help to find missing 15-year-old girl in Cheras
Sat, 21 Dec 2024 22:49:00 +08:00
KAJANG: Fifteen-year-old Yap Xin Yuan went missing after going for a lion dance practice at Batu 11 Cheras on Thursday (Dec 19) and police are seeking public help to find her. <a href="https://www.thestar.com.my/news/nation/2024/12/21/cops-seek-public-help-to-find-missing-15-year-old-girl-in-cheras">Read full story</a>
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At least 13 dead in two crowd crushes in Nigeria
Sat, 21 Dec 2024 22:25:00 +08:00
LAGOS (Reuters) - At least 13 people died in two incidents in Nigeria on Saturday as crowds, mostly women and children, scrambled for charity, police authorities said. <a href="https://www.thestar.com.my/news/world/2024/12/21/at-least-13-dead-in-two-crowd-crushes-in-nigeria">Read full story</a>
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Iceland gets new government under Social Democrat Frostadottir
Sat, 21 Dec 2024 22:03:00 +08:00
COPENHAGEN (Reuters) -Iceland's president presented a new government on Saturday under Social Democratic Prime Minister Kristrun Frostadottir that aims to cut inflation and interest rates and hold a referendum on European Union membership by 2027, public broadcaster RUV said. <a href="https://www.thestar.com.my/news/world/2024/12/21/iceland-presents-new-government-with-social-democratic-leader-frostadottir-as-pm">Read full story</a>
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Machete-wielding robbers from Muar arrested in Sungkai, remanded seven days
Sat, 21 Dec 2024 21:22:00 +08:00
MUAR: Two men and a woman, believed to be involved in an armed robbery with machetes in Taman Sri Treh, Muar, on Tuesday (Dec 17), and who went viral on social media, have been remanded for seven days starting Saturday (Dec 21), Malay language daily Sinar Harian reports. <a href="https://www.thestar.com.my/news/nation/2024/12/21/machete-wielding-robbers-from-muar-arrested-in-sungkai-remanded-severn-days">Read full story</a>
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Analysis-Syrian Kurdish groups on the back foot as power balance shifts
Sat, 21 Dec 2024 21:10:00 +08:00
QAMISHLI, Syria/BEIRUT/ANKARA (Reuters) - With hostile Turkish-backed groups mobilising against them in Syria's north, and Damascus ruled by a group friendly to Ankara, Syria's main Kurdish factions are on the back foot as they seek to preserve political gains carved out during 13 years of war. <a href="https://www.thestar.com.my/news/world/2024/12/21/analysis-syrian-kurdish-groups-on-the-back-foot-as-power-balance-shifts">Read full story</a>
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Trump’s presidency a boon
Sun, 22 Dec 2024 00:00:00 +08:00
As Donald Trump prepares to assume the US presidency once more on Inauguration Day, historically held on Jan 20, experts are closely analysing the potential global economic ripple effects, including those on Malaysia. <a href="https://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2024/12/22/trumps-presidency-a-boon">Read full story</a>
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Etiquette at an open house
Sun, 22 Dec 2024 00:00:00 +08:00
Purchasing a home is a significant financial commitment, often regarded as one of the most critical decisions in an individual’s lifetime. Given just how important of a choice this is, personally viewing the property is vital. <a href="https://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2024/12/22/etiquette-at-an-open-house">Read full story</a>
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Elevating outdoor oases
Sun, 22 Dec 2024 00:00:00 +08:00
Malaysia’s tropical climate is like a vibrant party that never ends. It is warm, lively and sometimes a little rainy. <a href="https://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2024/12/22/elevating-outdoor-oases">Read full story</a>
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GDA stands firm on RM11 offer for MAHB despite directors' rejection
Sat, 21 Dec 2024 14:02:00 +08:00
KUALA LUMPUR: Gateway Development Alliance Sdn Bhd (GDA), the consortium proposing to privatise Malaysia Airports Holdings Bhd (MAHB), remains steadfast on its RM11 per share offer price, despite recommendations from independent directors to reject it <a href="https://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2024/12/21/gda-stands-firm-on-rm11-offer-for-mahb-despite-directors039-rejection">Read full story</a>
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Ringgit expected to trade within narrow range next week amid holiday calm
Sat, 21 Dec 2024 11:00:00 +08:00
KUALA LUMPUR: The ringgit is expected to trade within the narrow range of 4.50 to 4.52 against the US dollar next week, reflecting subdued volatility and cautious sentiment among traders during the Christmas holiday period. <a href="https://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2024/12/21/ringgit-expected-to-trade-within-narrow-range-next-week-amid-holiday-calm">Read full story</a>
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Oil steady as markets weigh Fed rate-cut expectations
Sat, 21 Dec 2024 05:51:00 +08:00
Oil prices were little changed at their settle on Friday as markets weighed Chinese demand and interest rate-cut expectations after data showed cooling US inflation. <a href="https://www.thestar.com.my/business/2024/12/21/oil-steady-as-markets-weigh-fed-rate-cut-expectations">Read full story</a>
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The beauty of Hygr’s formula
Sat, 21 Dec 2024 00:00:00 +08:00
FOUR years ago, Ivor Lim and Chew Hoi Meng, the founders of sustainable personal care brand Hygr, were prompted to start a business as a result of their own personal care problems. Chew struggled with body odour, while Lim dealt with dry lips. <a href="https://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2024/12/21/the-beauty-of-hygrs-formula">Read full story</a>
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Gold continues to glitter
Sat, 21 Dec 2024 00:00:00 +08:00
Gold's outlook for 2025 appears robust, as the precious metal continues to demonstrate its value as a hedge against inflation, geopolitical risks and economic uncertainties. <a href="https://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2024/12/21/gold-continues-to-glitter">Read full story</a>
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Lexis Hotel Group redefines luxury
Sat, 21 Dec 2024 00:00:00 +08:00
Hospitality brands are expanding with the sector thriving again after the Covid-19 pandemic. <a href="https://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2024/12/21/lexis-hotel-group-redefines-luxury">Read full story</a>
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Litmus test for China
Sat, 21 Dec 2024 00:00:00 +08:00
China's recent annual Central Economic Work Conference (CEWC) is expected to shape a pivotal year in economic strategy, presenting opportunities for investors with a keen interest in the world’s second-largest economy. <a href="https://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2024/12/21/litmus-test-for-china">Read full story</a>
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Letting the young live in luxury
Sat, 05 Oct 2024 07:00:00 +08:00
Affordable living quarters has long been a problem in South-East Asia, particularly among young people. <a href="https://www.thestar.com.my/business/smebiz/2024/10/05/letting-the-young-live-in-luxury">Read full story</a>
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Making parking a cruise
Sat, 28 Sep 2024 07:00:00 +08:00
It's an all-too familiar story in Malaysia. Urban centres that are choked with vehicles, traffic jams and lots of time spent driving in search of a parking spot, which in turn contributes to further congestion. <a href="https://www.thestar.com.my/business/smebiz/2024/09/28/making-parking-a-cruise">Read full story</a>
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Notti makes good with pet nutrition
Sat, 21 Sep 2024 07:00:00 +08:00
Data from Fortune Business Insights reveals that the global pet food market was valued around US$120bil last year. The segment is projected to grow to US$193bil within the next decade, representing a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of over 5%. <a href="https://www.thestar.com.my/business/smebiz/2024/09/21/notti-makes-good-with-pet-nutrition">Read full story</a>
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Serving up a platter of health
Sat, 14 Sep 2024 07:00:00 +08:00
It's an alarming statistic. Over 54% of Malaysian adults are either overweight or obese, a sharp rise of nearly 10% since 2011, according to the National Health and Morbidity Survey (NHMS) 2023. <a href="https://www.thestar.com.my/business/smebiz/2024/09/14/serving-up-a-platter-of-health">Read full story</a>
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America’s top stock picker Benjamin sees beauty in chips
Sat, 30 Dec 2023 07:00:00 +08:00
Snce the beginning of the century, when he started following the industry that makes silicon and germanium, whose units are measured in a billionth of a meter, or a nanometer, Adam Benjamin has helped investors profit from the smartest part of the world. <a href="https://www.thestar.com.my/business/smebiz/2023/12/30/americas-top-stock-picker-benjamin-sees-beauty-in-chips">Read full story</a>
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A helping hand for local SMEs on their halal journey
Tue, 08 Nov 2022 11:30:00 +08:00
Alliance Bank provides RM400mil Shariah-compliant financing to accelerate SMEs’ growth in the halal industry. <a href="https://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2022/11/08/a-helping-hand-for-local-smes-on-their-halal-journey">Read full story</a>
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Be one of Malaysia’s Growth Champions
Sat, 29 Oct 2022 08:41:00 +08:00
LOCAL companies now have the opportunity to be recognised as a leading organisation based on their revenue growth in Malaysia <a href="https://www.thestar.com.my/business/smebiz/2022/10/29/be-one-of-malaysias-growth-champions">Read full story</a>
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SMEs can now seek financing from MFA
Sat, 24 Sep 2022 07:00:00 +08:00
KUALA LUMPUR: Micro, small and medium enterprises (SMEs) facing cash flow problems can seek alternative financing from a RM5bil fund offered by 25 registered financiers under the Malaysian Factors Association (MFA). <a href="https://www.thestar.com.my/news/nation/2022/09/24/smes-can-now-seek-financing-from-mfa">Read full story</a>
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Furniture sold online, with a twist
Sat, 27 Aug 2022 07:00:00 +08:00
Cuura.space targets property owners to refurbish their units affordably and quickly for the rental market <a href="https://www.thestar.com.my/business/smebiz/2022/08/27/furniture-sold-online-with-a-twist">Read full story</a>
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Small business owners receive help to thrive
Tue, 19 Jul 2022 07:00:00 +08:00
Women entrepreneurs get assistance from US-based NGO through business coaching and networking sessions. <a href="https://www.thestar.com.my/metro/metro-news/2022/07/19/small-business-owners-receive-help-to-thrive">Read full story</a>
