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Anwar: Najib has right to seek pardon, but wider impact must be considered

SHAH ALAM, Sept. 20 -- Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has defended former prime minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak's right to seek a pardon, while cautioning that its impact on public confidence... Read More


The scent of opportunity: Unlocking the hidden value of agarwood - Nor Azila Mohd Noor

Kuala Lampur, Sept. 20 -- When agarwood (gaharu) is mentioned, many of us might immediately think of aromatic wood burned for its distinctive fragrance or processed into expensive perfumes and oils. Y... Read More


Costly overhaul fuels fears for Cairo's street kiosks

CAIRO, Sept. 20 -- Cairo's omnipresent street kiosks, where commuters grab cigarettes, children buy sweets, and residents stop for cold drinks or phone credit, are set for a makeover that some fear co... Read More


Anwar to meet Loke before deciding on resignation, says no letter submitted yet

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept. 20 -- Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said he will meet Transport Minister Anthony Loke to hear his views before deciding whether to accept his resignation. Anwar said Lok... Read More


A single resignation by Loke suffices: Malaysia does not need a constitutional confrontation - Phar Kim Beng

Kuala Lampur, Sept. 20 -- The decision of DAP secretary-general Anthony Loke to offer his resignation as Transport Minister should be understood for what it is: a serious political signal. However, o... Read More


Cop's knock wakes startled Audi driver before wrong-way scare in Johor Bahru

JOHOR BAHRU, Sept. 20 -- A video posted on social media showing a car being driven against traffic on Jalan Jim Quee here has been traced to an Audi driver who is believed to have fallen asleep after ... Read More


Singapore police arrest 22-year-old man at Nanyang Technological University for alleged voyeurism

SINGAPORE, Sept. 20 -- A 22-year-old man was arrested at Nanyang Technological University (NTU) yesterday evening for alleged voyeurism. According to The Straits Times, police said they received a ca... Read More


K-drama hit 'Descendants of the Sun' gets Indonesian remake starring Reza Rahadian, Dian Sastrowardoyo

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept. 20 -- More than a decade after it became a global hit, Descendants of the Sun is set to return in a new form, with the popular Korean drama being adapted into an Indonesian film sc... Read More


Fire erupts along Bangkok MRT line, forcing shutdown and delays

BANGKOK, Sept. 20 -- Bangkok's MRT services were disrupted this afternoon after a fire broke out on railway tracks near Tao Poon station in the city's Bang Sue district. The Bangkok Post reported tha... Read More


Spend now, age better later? Young Singaporeans embrace longevity lifestyle

SINGAPORE, Sept. 20 -- Wellness centres offering treatments such as saunas, cold plunges and red light therapy are drawing a growing number of younger Singaporeans seeking to improve their long-term h... Read More