Ringgit, regional currencies end lower vs US dollar as geopolitical tensions persist

KUALA LUMPUR, March 30 — The ringgit and other regional currencies continued to weaken against the US dollar on Monday as investors sought safety in safe-haven assets amid

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MetMalaysia issues thunderstorm warnings for most states until 9 pm

Most states in Malaysia are forecast to experience thunderstorms, heavy rain and strong winds until 9 pm on Monday, according to the national weather agency. KUALA LUMPUR: The

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Israel kills Iranian naval commander in Hormuz strike

Iran confirms Israel killed Revolutionary Guards naval commander Alireza Tangsiri, who was responsible for the Strait of Hormuz blockade TEHRAN: Iran confirmed on Monday that an Israeli strike

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ABIM demands consistent enforcement against drink and drug drivers

ABIM calls for year-round roadblocks, zero tolerance for repeat offenders, and harsher penalties for impaired driving causing death. KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysian Islamic Youth Movement (ABIM) has demanded

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Norway slashes fuel taxes to counter Middle East war impact

Norway cuts petrol and diesel taxes temporarily to ease prices as Middle East conflict disrupts global energy supplies, costing billions OSLO: Norway will temporarily slash taxes on petrol

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Police nab ‘lone ranger’ behind 30 Kuala Lumpur shop break-ins

A suspected serial burglar, operating alone and targeting shops with glass doors, has been arrested in connection with at least 30 break-ins across the capital. KUALA LUMPUR: A

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Ex-student’s murder sentence increased to 30 years, caning

A former vocational student’s conviction for culpable homicide was overturned to murder, resulting in a doubled prison sentence and caning for strangling his ex-girlfriend. PUTRAJAYA: The Court of

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Bursa Malaysia ends lower on caution over rising oil prices, West Asia tensions

KUALA LUMPUR, March 30 — Bursa Malaysia’s benchmark index closed lower today, in line with most regional markets, as investors adjusted their risk exposure amid spiralling oil prices

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Ex-student’s murder sentence increased to 30 years, caning

A former vocational student’s conviction for culpable homicide was overturned to murder, resulting in a doubled prison sentence and caning for strangling his ex-girlfriend. PUTRAJAYA: The Court of

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Bursa Malaysia ends lower on caution over rising oil prices, West Asia tensions

KUALA LUMPUR, March 30 — Bursa Malaysia’s benchmark index closed lower today, in line with most regional markets, as investors adjusted their risk exposure amid spiralling oil prices

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Police nab ‘lone ranger’ behind 30 Kuala Lumpur shop break-ins

A suspected serial burglar, operating alone and targeting shops with glass doors, has been arrested in connection with at least 30 break-ins across the capital. KUALA LUMPUR: A

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Ex-student’s murder sentence increased to 30 years, caning

A former vocational student’s conviction for culpable homicide was overturned to murder, resulting in a doubled prison sentence and caning for strangling his ex-girlfriend. PUTRAJAYA: The Court of

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MetMalaysia issues thunderstorm warnings for most states until 9 pm

Most states in Malaysia are forecast to experience thunderstorms, heavy rain and strong winds until 9 pm on Monday, according to the national weather agency. KUALA LUMPUR: The

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ABIM demands consistent enforcement against drink and drug drivers

ABIM calls for year-round roadblocks, zero tolerance for repeat offenders, and harsher penalties for impaired driving causing death. KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysian Islamic Youth Movement (ABIM) has demanded

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Malaysia plans compensation law for DUI offenders

The Transport Ministry is drafting amendments to make DUI offenders pay compensation to victims’ families, alongside existing jail terms and fines. PUTRAJAYA: The Ministry of Transport is drafting

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Japan’s cherry blossom season draws crowds for fleeting beauty

Tokyo’s parks and Kyoto’s temples fill with visitors as sakura reaches full bloom, marking the start of spring with traditional hanami gatherings TOKYO: Crowds of locals and tourists

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Seoul urges calm as rubbish bag sales surge fivefold

South Korean officials reassure public over plastic waste bag supply, citing ample recycled materials and contingency plans amid Middle East war concerns SEOUL: South Korea’s energy minister has

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KKR to assess construction cost surge from West Asia conflict

The Public Works Ministry is evaluating the impact of rising material costs due to West Asian tensions, focusing on supply chain resilience and strategic mitigation. KUALA LUMPUR: The

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Nepal arrests former PM Oli over deadly protest crackdown

Former Nepali PM KP Sharma Oli is detained after an inquiry linked him to a 2025 protest crackdown that killed 76 people and toppled his government KATHMANDU: Hundreds

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Perlis customs seize RM188,000 in cannabis from Thai border

Perlis Customs intercepts over 61kg of cannabis worth RM188,000 in three separate smuggling attempts from Thailand, with drugs destined for northern and Klang Valley markets. KANGAR: The Perlis

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