Let’s get you up to speed with the day’s stories. The death toll from a fire on Tuesday night at a karaoke bar in southern Vietnam has risen to 32. The blaze engulfed the second floor of the building, trapping customers and staff. The building’s staircase and emergency exit were blockedContinue Reading
The Beijing-based company is looking to boost its online grocery business through offline partnerships and expansion into lower-tier cities. China’s ecommerce market is facing growing headwinds amid a souring economy and rigid Covid-19 restrictions. Read full storyContinue Reading
KUALA LUMPUR: At the conclusion of its monetary policy committee (MPC) meeting, Bank Negara increased the overnight policy rate by 25 basis points (bps) to 2.5%, in line with market expectations. Read full storyContinue Reading
The world faces unprecedented and difficult challenges, including US-China rivalry, the Russian invasion of Ukraine, the Covid-19 pandemic, climate change and supply chain disruptions. One consequence of these challenges is the possible division of the world economy into two or more political blocs, not unlike the situation that prevailed before the Second World War. To […]
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KUALA LUMPUR: The FBM KLCI ended the morning session in positive territory as investors look ahead to Bank Negara’s interest rate decision later today. Read full storyContinue Reading
SINGAPORE: Food handlers in wet markets only need to wear the mask or throw guard if they are dealing with cooked food and ready-to-eat food, the Singapore Food Agency (SFA) said in an updated advisory on Thurs (Sep 8). The agency additional that this is similar to requirements for supermarkets,Continue Reading
Disease, drought and debt will have worldwide effects, says the Financial Times’ Megan Greene.Continue Reading
Let’s get you up to speed with the day’s stories. Malaysia on Wednesday (Sep 7) made wearing masks indoors optional, except for on public transport or in healthcare settings. Business owners will be allowed to decide whether to impose their own face mask requirements. Healthcare facilities include hospitals, clinics andContinue Reading
Vegetable prices from Malaysia have risen across the board. Stallholders in Singapore single out red chilli and coriander among affected crops.Continue Reading
KUALA LUMPUR: The use of face masks is no longer mandatory indoors, Khairy Jamaluddin has announced on Wednesday (Sept 7). Read full storyContinue Reading