Malaysia stocks get cheaper by the day but few want to buy them
Asia’s worst-performing major stock market is getting cheaper by the day. But that’s not enough to lure investors back.
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Experts concerned as Malaysians outnumber foreigners in international schools
Experts are concerned as Malaysian students in international schools now significantly outnumber their foreign counterparts, Berita Harian reported today.
Owner of Malaysian KFC and Pizza Hut operator considering selling it
QSR Brands (M) Holdings’ owners are considering a sale of the fast-food operator, which runs KFC and Pizza Hut restaurants in South-east Asia, after shelving an initial public offering earlier this year, people with knowledge of the matter said.
Malaysia mixed doubles pair power into the semi-finals
Great run: Malaysia’s Goh Soon Huat and Shevon Lai Jemie (left) are through to the mixed doubles semi-finals of the ongoing Hong Kong Open.
Survey: Malaysian employees are overworked, sleep deprived, unhealthy
A survey has found that Malaysian employees are overworked, and sleep deprived, with 51 per cent suffering from at least one dimension of work-related stress as well as 53 per cent getting less than seven hours of sleep in a 24-hour period.
Johor’s needs to be prioritised in times of water crisis: Malaysian water minister
The Malaysian government will prioritise the water needs of Johoreans over those of “outsiders” in the event of a water crisis, said Water, Land and Natural Resources Minister Xavier Jayakumar on Tuesday (Nov 12).
Singaporeans reminded to ensure passports are stamped correctly at Malaysian immigration
Singaporeans travelling to Malaysia over the school holidays should check that their passports are stamped correctly, Singapore’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) said on Wednesday (Nov 13) in a travel reminder ahead of the upcoming school holidays.
Malaysia to consider 7-day paternity leave proposal for private sector
The Malaysian Cabinet may discuss, by the end of the year, calls for the implementation of seven-day paternity leave for the private sector, said Human Resources Minister M Kula Segaran on Wednesday (Nov 13).
Alibaba to open largest Taobao store in Malaysia this month
Online shopping is all the rage these days, but there are still people who may be put off by the idea of shelling out hard-earned cash for things they cannot feel or touch for themselves on the Internet.
Malaysian court rules former prime minister Najib Razak’s 1MDB trial will proceed
A Malaysian court on Monday (Nov 11) ruled that former Prime Minister Najib Razak will have to defend himself against seven counts of criminal breach of trust, money laundering and abuse of power in a case linked to the 1MDB scandal.
Malaysia’s Teoh Ze Tong, 26, crowned as winner of Star Search 2019
Star Search selected its winner on Sunday (Nov 3), as the Mediacorp talent competition makes its return after a nine-year break.
Malaysia vows to topple Singapore as top destination for Indian travellers
Malaysia is rolling out a tourism charm offensive to increase the share of Indian visitors travelling to Southeast Asian countries.
JB-Singapore RTS Link to go ahead but further suspended to April 2020: Khaw
The suspension of the Johor Bahru-Singapore Rapid Transit System (RTS) Link project has been extended to Apr 30, 2020, said Transport Minister Khaw Boon Wan on Monday (Nov 4).
Faced with trade threats, Dr M suggests Asean ‘do exactly what Mr Trump does’
Malaysia and its regional neighbours can take a leaf from US President Donald Trump’s playbook on dealing with troublesome trade partners who threaten to stop buying their products, Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad said at the Asean Business and Investment Summit (ABIS 2019) here today.
Malaysian salaries are insufficient
NUR NADIAH makes RM2,400 gross a month – about the median Malaysian salary – and like the average Malaysian, she struggles to make ends meet.
Malaysia’s move to cut foreign workers sparks labour shortage fears
Malaysia is trying to overcome its reliance on low-skilled foreign workers as it tries to move up the economic ladder. But that’s hurting some key industries in the country.
Malaysia seeks another RTS extension
There will still be no decision today by the Malaysian government on the Rapid Transit System (RTS) Link project.
2 assemblymen among 10 charged in Malaysia for links with Tamil Tigers
Ten men, including two state assemblymen and a teacher, were charged in Malaysia on Tuesday (Oct 29) over suspected links with the now-defunct Sri Lankan Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) separatist group.
Malaysia’s Queen tweets about sambal diplomacy with Lee Kuan Yew
Malaysia’s Queen yesterday tweeted about her sambal diplomacy with Singapore’s founding prime minister Lee Kuan Yew, and uploaded a letter of appreciation from the late leader for her spicy gift.
Chinese in Malaysia told not to protest amid ‘investment scam’ anger
Embassy warns its nationals that street demonstrations are illegal after scores reportedly staged a protest outside the building over losses from an online pyramid scheme