With no pocket money, impoverished students can only watch friends eat at recess
PENAMPANG: The poverty in the district has a significant impact on education development, especially those from Bottom 40 household incomes. … Read more
The search for Singapore’s best customer service providers is back for 3rd year running
SINGAPORE – With consumers here becoming increasingly reliant on online reviews and mobile shopping, the search for the Republic’s best … Read more
Govt should help with capacity building, say experts
KUALA LUMPUR: Experts believe that for Bumiputera entrepre-neurs to expand their footprint in the halal export market, the government needs … Read more
A step backwards? Only about 20 athletes will likely qualify for Paris Olympics
Bernama pic KUALA LUMPUR: The Olympic Council of Malaysia (OCM) believes that at least 20 national athletes will qualify for … Read more
Sec 3 students in MOE schools to attend NDP National Education shows in 2024, 2025
SINGAPORE – Students who were unable to attend National Day Parade (NDP) National Education (NE) Shows due to the Covid-19 … Read more
Taiwanese host Matilda Tao now lives in Singapore with son who’s studying here, hosts radio show on LOVE 972
Meanwhile, Matilda’s husband, Taiwanese actor Li Liren, 50, is alone in Taiwan with their two dogs. “You guys know Liren … Read more
As Ramadan bazaars lose lustre for being pricey and substandard, some Malaysians turn to alternatives for ‘buka puasa’
KUALA LUMPUR, March 18 — Traditionally a highlight for Malaysians during the fasting month, several Muslims have conceded that high … Read more
Taylor Sheesh? Drag act in Singapore soothes post-concert blues for some Taylor Swift fans
Sheesh has been impersonating the four-time Grammy award-winning singer since 2017 and has gone to great pains to mimic the … Read more
Jackie Chan, 69, Shocks Fans With Aged Appearance
Action superstar Jackie Chan has been thrilling movie fans for decades and is arguably one of the most famous stars … Read more
Johor MB highlights RM113.7b investment, range of accomplishments marking two-year administration
JOHOR BARU, March 16 — Johor Menteri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi announced a remarkable achievement under the state government’s … Read more
Jail for odd-job worker who sneaked into Singapore condos, swam in a private pool after being told to leave
SINGAPORE, March 16 — After a domestic worker caught odd-job worker Muhammad Tawfiq Nor Shiman who had sneaked into her … Read more
Opinion | Rising tide of ethno-religious nationalism threatens civilisation
Malaysia’s unique multicultural landscape is a by-product of British colonial rule, during which labourers from China and India were recruited … Read more
Alfred Sim & Tay Kewei Bought This $903K Executive Flat To Give Their Son A Better Chance Of Getting Into Her Primary School
Like many young parents, when singers-songwriters Alfred Sim, 42, and Tay Kewei, 40, were looking to buy a new home … Read more
Man to be charged over hit-and-run accident that killed pedestrian
SINGAPORE: A 35-year-old man will be charged in court on Saturday (Mar 16) over his involvement in a hit-and-run accident … Read more
Tourist at Singapore Airport says local language is ‘Singapori’, sparking playful online banter
SINGAPORE, March 15 — With Singapore Changi Airport consistently ranked top in the World Airport Awards by London-based consultancy Skytrax, … Read more
XPeng: Another Chinese EV maker is coming to Malaysia
KUALA LUMPUR, March 15 — Chinese electric vehicle maker XPeng is officially coming to Malaysia. This was confirmed by Bermaz … Read more
Higher Education Ministry launches investment, financing guidelines for public varsities
KUALA LUMPUR, March 14 — The Ministry of Higher Education (MOHE) today launched Investment and Financing Guidelines for Public Universities … Read more
Matilda Tao Now Lives In Singapore With Son Who’s Studying Here; Went Marketing With Stefanie Sun
Next time you’re at the market, look around because there’s a chance you might bump into Taiwanese host Matilda Tao. … Read more
National Security Council: Helicopter landing exercise at Bangunan Perdana Putra, Seri Perdana tomorrow, Saturday
PUTRAJAYA, March 14 — The National Security Council (MKN) will conduct a helicopter landing exercise at the landing points of … Read more
Singapore’s total employment grows by 88,400 in 2023
SINGAPORE, March 14 — Singapore’s total employment grew by 88,400 in 2023, largely driven by non-resident employment growth, according to … Read more