Fixed deposit rates rise further in Singapore with latest round of bank promotions
2022-10-06
The interest rates offered by banks of 12-month fixed deposits are now at the highest in almost 24 years.Continue Reading
UOB refreshes brand to reinforce long-term Asean strategy
2022-10-06
KUALA LUMPUR: United Overseas Bank (UOB) has announced its brand refresh in line with its purpose – Building the Future of Asean: For the people and businesses within and connecting with Asean. Read full storyContinue Reading
Cisco to equip Malaysians with digital skills over next ten years
2022-10-06
Commits to developing an equitable, inclusive workforceÂ
More than 129,000 have undergone training at the academy over 23 years Cisco Systems inc has announced a pledge to equip 141,000 Malaysians with digital skills for in-demand jobs over the next ten years.
In a statement, the company said this will be done through its…Continue Reading
Bursa continues to push higher on Budget hopes, oil price rally
2022-10-06
KUALA LUMPUR: The FBM KLCI sustained its rally over the morning session as investors picks up heavyweight counters ahead of tomorrow’s tabling of Budget 2023. Read full storyContinue Reading
Putin’s war speech contains outlines of a new world
2022-10-06
Russia’s annexation of southern and eastern Ukraine is political theater with elements of farce. President Vladimir Putin has conquered none of the oblasts (provinces) that he claims have joined Russia. Nor could he hold them. Only hours after he announced new annexations, Ukraine’s army dramatically embarrassed Putin, pushing his forces back from the strategically crucial city […]
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Special holiday to clear roads for Apec summit
2022-10-05
The cabinet has declared a three day government holiday in Bangkok, Nonthaburi and Samut Prakan when Bangkok hosts the Apec summit next month.Continue Reading
Flooding in 25 provinces along 11 river basins
2022-10-05
More than 3 million rai of farmland and residential areas in 25 provinces along 11 major river basins are flooded, with Nakhon Sawan the worst hit, satellite data shows.Continue Reading
Japan to curb electricity costs amid weak yen, recession risks, PM says
2022-10-05
TOKYO: Japan will take “unprecedented” measures to curb rising electricity bills for households and businesses as a weak yen fans inflation and global recession fears pose big risks to the economy, Prime Minister Fumio Kishida said on Wednesday (Oct 5). The government will compile another economic stimulus plan by theContinue Reading
Flood alerts as rivers swell
2022-10-04
Thailand’s National Water Command Centre (NWCC) has issued a warning about the swelling Chao Phraya and Pasak rivers as the Pasak Jolasid Dam is doubling its discharge volume.Continue Reading
Chiang Mai city to pump out floodwater
2022-10-04
CHIANG MAI: At least 20 large pumps will be installed to help drain water from flood-hit Chiang Mai city, the province’s governor Nirat Pongsitthithavorn said on Tuesday.Continue Reading