The quest to find Syria’s disappeared
Since the Syrian uprising erupted more than a decade ago, tens of thousands of Syrians have simply vanished. Protesters arrested at checkpoints, men and women taken from their homes, regime opponents bundled into cars in the middle of the day. Perhaps 100,000 people – maybe fewer, maybe many times more – have disappeared, with their families having […]Continue Reading
Toll fare cut for six expressways in Klang Valley, says PM
SHAH ALAM: The government has agreed to reduce the toll fare for six expressways in the Klang Valley, says Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob. Read full storyContinue Reading
When Chinese protesters came up against Xi’s security machine
WHO TO RAGE AGAINST? By this point, according to many depositors, it was clear that authorities knew their every move by monitoring their large WeChat groups. Many decided to adapt their tactics ahead of the next planned demonstration – the flashpoint Jul 10 protest in Zhengzhou – including by breakingContinue Reading
Japan ready to take appropriate action on volatile yen
TOKYO: Japan stands ready to take appropriate steps against excess volatility in the foreign exchange market and is watching currency movements with a great sense of urgency, top government spokesman Hirokazu Matsuno said on Thursday (Oct 13). Japanese authorities stepped into the foreign exchange market last month, selling the dollarContinue Reading
North Korea says it practiced firing cruise missiles able to carry nuclear weapons
SEOUL: North Korean leader Kim Jong Un oversaw the launch of two long-range strategic cruise missiles, state media reported on Thursday (Oct 13), calling it a test to confirm the reliability and operation of nuclear-capable weapons deployed to military units. The test firing was conducted on Wednesday, and was aimedContinue Reading
Bali bombings: Australian families angered over graphic video at ceremony
Relatives of Australian victims say “traumatic” footage was played at a 20th anniversary ceremony.Continue Reading
Taiwan welcomes back visitors after ending COVID-19 quarantine rules
TAOYUAN: Taiwan began welcoming back visitors on Thursday (Oct 13) after finally ending mandatory quarantines to control the spread of COVID-19, with gifts of cuddly toy black bears for the first tour group that stepped off the plane shortly after midnight. Taiwan had kept some of its entry and quarantineContinue Reading
Enter the Butcher of Ukraine
Over the weekend, Russian military forces bludgeoned towns and cities across Ukraine with artillery and rocket fire, hitting not only military targets but also civilian residences, electrical power facilities, urban streets, shops and even public parks. More than 80 rockets were fired from the Russian-held east, according to reports. It was the most concentrated assault […]Continue Reading
MDEC’s Malaysia Digital Week 2022 kicks off
A renowned lineup of speakers, leading thought leaders
Aligned with Malaysia Digital, to strengthen Malaysia as digital hub Malaysia Digital Week 2022 (MDW2022), organised by Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC) returns in its fourth edition from Oct 11 to Oct 14.
In a statement, the agency said among the internationally-renowned line up of…Continue Reading
Toshiba shares jump on report of possible US$19 billion buyout
Once a storied conglomerate, Toshiba has been weakened by accounting and governance scandals. Attempts to turn itself around have been overshadowed in recent years by discord between management and its many activist shareholders. The consortium will put up about 1 trillion yen in equity, with the rest likely to comeContinue Reading