Sunday, 28 December 2025

Author: Bernama

Bunga Citra Lestari shines in soulful concert

TWO years ago, popular Indonesian singer, Bunga Citra Lestari (BCL), mesmerised her audience with a two-hour showcase at the Plenary Hall, Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre. This year, she recreated the magic at her ‘BCL: Eternal Love Timeless Romance’ concert at the same venue, which about 2,000 people attended. This time,

US chip tariffs on M’sia may hit global supply

KUALA LUMPUR: The United States (US) must tread carefully before imposing blanket tariffs on Malaysia’s semiconductor exports, which could disrupt global chip supply and hit American industries, the US-ASEAN Business Council said. Its executive vice president, Marc Mealy said debilitating tariffs could affect Malaysia, which supplies crucial semiconductor auto chips

Safeguard aviation’s economic contribution

KUALA LUMPUR: The International Air Transport Association (IATA) hopes that the Budget 2026 will feature measures to strengthen Malaysia’s aviation industry, underscoring its role as a vital contributor to the national economy and tourism sector. IATA Regional vice-president (Asia-Pacific), Sheldon Hee said aviation is an important contributor to the Malaysian

System used in BUDI95 secure from cyber threats

KUALA LUMPUR: The government has assured that the system used to implement the RON95 petrol subsidy under the Budi MADANI RON95 (BUDI95) initiative is secure against cyber threats, said Digital Minister Gobind Singh Deo. He said the cybersecurity aspect of the system had been thoroughly studied to ensure its effectiveness,

No comment until appeal is done – Hannah

CYBERJAYA: The Youth and Sports Ministry (KBS) is awaiting the outcome of the Football Association of Malaysia’s (FAM) appeal to FIFA over the sanctions imposed by the world governing body before issuing any official statement. Youth and Sports Minister Hannah Yeoh (pic) said FAM, as a large and experienced sports association,

Raja Ampat secures UNESCO recognition for both geopark and biosphere reserve

JAKARTA: Raja Ampat, a famous archipelago in Indonesia’s West Papua province, has been recognised as a biosphere reserve. Among the 30 new UNESCO-designated biosphere reserves, Raja Ampat is considered the most biodiverse marine ecosystem on Earth. This recognition marks another milestone following the UNESCO Global Geopark title that Raja Ampat received

Five killed in toxic gas leak at chemical plant in central China

ZHENGZHOU (China): Five people were killed and three others were hospitalised after toxic gas leaked in a factory restroom in Hebi, central China’s Henan Province, said local authorities, reported Xinhua. The incident occurred around 7 am on Monday at the Hexin Chemical Industry Co., Ltd. in Shancheng District, when a

Turkish Red Crescent aids flotilla en route to Gaza with food and medicine

ISTANBUL: The Turkish Red Crescent on Monday provided food and medical supplies to the Global Sumud Flotilla, which is en route to deliver humanitarian aid to the Gaza Strip, Anadolu Ajansi (AA) reported. The Turkish Red Crescent delivered food and medical aid to the ships of the 50-strong flotilla, which

Mexico seeks relief as US slaps 25% tariff on heavy vehicle imports

MEXICO CITY: Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum on Monday said she hoped the United States would show “consideration” toward Mexico following the US decision to impose new tariffs on heavy vehicle imports, reported Xinhua. “We are already in talks, hoping there will be consideration toward Mexico,” Sheinbaum said during her daily

Housewife loses RM223,000 to fake investment scheme in Pahang

KUANTAN: A housewife lost RM223,000 after being duped into joining a non-existent investment scheme two weeks ago. Pahang police chief Datuk Seri Yahaya Othman said the 51-year-old woman claimed she initially received a call from the suspect offering investment opportunities and was lured into joining due to the high rates of return.