SEREMBAN: The government-aided SMK St Paul here has received a RM1mil donation from YTL Foundation to buy new tables and chairs. Seremban MP Anthony Loke handed over the donation to the school and said it was part of the YTL Group of Companies’ corporate social responsibility programme. Loke, an old …
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Padu must take M40 singles’ situation into account, experts say
KUALA LUMPUR: Unmarried professionals in the capital city with a gross monthly income of more than RM5,000, categorised as the M40, are often left out from receiving government assistance because they are classified as ineligible. However, in reality, those in the M40 group with a monthly income of between RM4,851 …
Baca Lagi »Election deepfakes and high-profile bankruptcies: Here’s what AI will bring in 2024
If 2023 was the year that AI finally broke into the mainstream, 2024 could be the year it gets fully enmeshed in our lives – or the year the bubble bursts. But whatever happens, the stage is set for another whirlwind 12 months, coming in the wake of Hollywood’s labour …
Baca Lagi »Ringgit weak as US$ dominates amid uncertain US rate cut path
KUALA LUMPUR: The ringgit remained weak against the US dollar today after some letdown as hopes for a March rate cut faded after the US Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting minutes provided little clue about when it will happen. At 9.01 am, the ringgit depreciated to 4.6400/6445 versus the …
Baca Lagi »Not so sunny for Rainie after New Year’s snub
Compiled by C.ARUNO and BENJAMIN LEE SINGER Rainie Yang (pic) was dropped from a list of artistes set to perform during a New Year’s Day event in Sichuan, China, after making what was seen as a distasteful joke during one of her concerts in December, China Press reported. Sichuan Satellite …
Baca Lagi »Brewers to benefit from ongoing tourist recovery
KUALA LUMPUR: The ongoing recovery in tourist arrivals in Malaysia and Singapore offers further upside potential to the brewery sector, said Hong Leong Investment Bank (HLIB) Research in its latest sector update. According to the research firm, the tourist arrivals in Malaysian and Singapore have showed commendable recovery levels, although …
Baca Lagi »Tailor-made: Weaving tapestry for success after career pivot
Compiled by C.ARUNO and BENJAMIN LEE DESPITE an academic background in finance, a young man decided to follow his passion for sewing and started a tailoring business, Harian Metro reported. Muhammad Hafizi Russeli, from Alor Setar, Kedah, said his interest in the craft began when he worked part-time at a …
Baca Lagi »CES 2024: a preview of what car makers have in store for the tech show
From January 9 to 12, 2024, numerous automakers will be on-site at CES in Las to unveil their latest in-car technologies. A must-attend event for many years now, the consumer electronics show will put the spotlight not only on new production models, but will also focus on how AI will …
Baca Lagi »Golf: Golf-Return to fire-ravaged Maui is bigger than golf, players say
(Reuters) – Players competing in the season-opening PGA Tour event in Maui this week said they hope to raise awareness and money for the Hawaiian island still reeling from last year’s devastating wildfires. More than 114 people perished after the deadliest U.S. wildfire in more than a century ripped through …
Baca Lagi »Finding their passion in craftmaking
WHEN it comes to having a chance to showcase their handiwork, the 12-day Johor Craft Festival offers an excellent platform for artisans from the state to promote their products. The festival, held at Angsana Mall Johor Baru from Dec 20, 2023 to Jan 1, 2024, had over 100 booths, bringing …
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