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Chinese tycoon sues former Singapore-based family office staff over alleged S$74m fraud

SINGAPORE, March 20 -- Singapore's efforts to become a global wealth hub have been thrust into the spotlight after an ultra-high-net-worth Chinese businessman, Zhong Renhai, sued four former employees... Read More


SEGiM is the right regulatory mechanism for our gig economy - Nurhidayah Abdullah

Kuala Lampur, March 20 -- The deputy prime minister (DPM) recently proposed that the Cabinet consider and approve the Gig Economy Commission (SEGiM) as the main regulatory body to ensure the sustainab... Read More


Singapore rolls out cooling measures as heatwave response plan unveiled

SINGAPORE, March 20 -- Singaporeans will have access to air-conditioned cooling spaces in community centres, residents' committees, and selected indoor sports halls during extreme heat conditions, as ... Read More


We are our stories - Nahrizul Adib Kadri

Kuala Lampur, March 20 -- A few years ago, I attended a reunion of my primary school with some old friends. As we caught up, I noticed something interesting: almost every conversation began with the s... Read More


A picture of a standing support for a two-term PM in Malaysia - Hafiz Hassan

Kuala Lampur, March 20 -- In a special televised address, the prime minister said that he would table two Bills in Parliament, one of which would introduce a two-term limit for a prime minister. Foll... Read More


Word of mouth: Let's talk gum disease - Ayeshah Syed

Kuala Lampur, March 20 -- The spotlight on health makes it a much talked about topic in the news, on social media and in casual conversations. However, we have long overlooked the very part of our bo... Read More


World Happiness Report: Like income, Malaysia stuck in middle

KUALA LUMPUR, March 20 -- Malaysia ranked 64th in the 2025 World Happiness Report, a middling position compared to its Southeast Asian peers. Among Asean nations, Malaysia was in the middle of the pa... Read More


Midterm blues: Perikatan needs ideas, not anger

Kuala Lampur, March 20 -- It's said, to judge a man's temperament, hand him power. There's also the converse. Take power away from a man, and you can judge his capacity. Imagination, endeavour or both... Read More


Food and firsts: How non-Muslim influencers like Mekyun, CeddyOrNot explore Ramadan with fasting challenges and bazaar reviews (VIDEO)

KUALA LUMPUR, March 20 -- Every year, Ramadan bazaars turn Klang Valley into a food paradise for both Muslims and non-Muslims, often drawing crowds eager to break fast with an array of dishes. Howeve... Read More


Singapore finswimmers, coaches pledge full cooperation in police probe into falsified SEA Games 2023 results

SINGAPORE, March 20 -- Three Singapore finswimmers and two coaches have pledged full cooperation with the police investigation into falsified results submitted during the selection process for the 202... Read More