Iran calls deadly school strike a US ‘war crime’

Iran’s foreign minister accuses the US of a deliberate assault after a missile hit a school, killing over 175, as the UN rights council debates the incident. GENEVA:

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EPF abstains from voting on Sunway’s takeover offer for IJM Corp, citing shareholdings in both companies

KUALA LUMPUR, March 27 — The Employees Provident Fund (EPF), as a major shareholder in IJM Corporation Bhd (IJM Corp), has abstained from voting on the takeover offer

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Iran calls deadly school strike a US ‘war crime’

Iran’s foreign minister accuses the US of a deliberate assault after a missile hit a school, killing over 175, as the UN rights council debates the incident. GENEVA:

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Perlis, parts of Kedah and Perak hit heatwave Level 2, 13 other areas in peninsula at Level 1

KUALA LUMPUR, March 27 — The whole of Perlis, along with four districts in Kedah and one in Perak, are at heatwave level 2, while 13 other areas

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UN warns of war crimes in Syria’s Druze heartland violence

UN investigators say violence in Syria’s Sweida province may constitute war crimes and crimes against humanity, with over 1,700 killed. GENEVA: UN investigators have warned that brutal violence

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China’s sci‑fi industry reaches 126.1 billion yuan, driven by films, games and tourism

BEIJING, March 27 — The total revenue of China’s science fiction industry in 2025 amounted to 126.1 billion yuan (RM83.23 billion), according to a report released by China

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Malaysia’s medicine stock stable for now, but govt’s main supplier sets up task force over disruption risk

KUALA LUMPUR, March 27 — Malaysia’s medicine supply remains stable for the next few months, even as global trade disruptions caused by the conflict in West Asia threaten

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Nepal’s rapper PM sworn in, vows reform after deadly protests

Nepal’s rapper-turned-PM Balendra Shah sworn in, leading a youth-driven government after landslide election win and deadly anti-corruption protests. KATHMANDU: Rapper-turned-politician Balendra Shah was sworn in as Nepal’s prime

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Italy probes Sephora and LVMH over cosmetics marketing to minors

Italian regulators investigate LVMH and its Sephora and Benefit brands for allegedly using young influencers to push skincare products to children. MILAN: Italian competition authorities have opened an

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Malaysia’s medicine stock stable for now, but govt’s main supplier sets up task force over disruption risk

KUALA LUMPUR, March 27 — Malaysia’s medicine supply remains stable for the next few months, even as global trade disruptions caused by the conflict in West Asia threaten

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Ringgit weakens versus US dollar as oil prices rise above US$108

KUALA LUMPUR, March 27 — The ringgit ended lower against the US dollar and other major currencies today as Brent crude oil prices gained traction amid uncertainties over

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APAC data centre leaders launch sustainability framework amid energy, water concerns

As concerns over the environmental impacts of data centres grow, firms including Equinix, AirTrunk and ST Telemedia have backed a new regional initiative aimed at advancing sustainability across the sector. Eco-Business News

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Fahmi Fadzil mourns passing of TV9 editor Nur Hanim Abdullah

Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil extends condolences to the family of TV9 editor Nur Hanim Abdullah, who passed away after battling cancer. KUALA LUMPUR: Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil

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Kuala Lumpur police probe viral MPP extortion claims

Police investigate three reports over viral video alleging MPP members solicited protection money from a Wangsa Maju massage centre. KUALA LUMPUR: Police are investigating three reports linked to

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ASNB umum agihan pendapatan ASB 2, ASM

Kuala Lumpur: Syarikat pengurusan unit amanah milik penuh Permodalan Nasional Berhad (PNB), Amanah Saham Nasional Berhad (ASNB) hari ini mengumumkan jumlah pembayaran pengagihan pendapatan sebanyak RM2.36 bilion bagi

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US accuses China of detaining Panama-flagged ships

The US alleges China is detaining Panama-flagged vessels in retaliation for a port takeover, raising trade and strategic concerns. WASHINGTON: The United States has accused China of detaining

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Malaysia maintains lowest fuel prices in region as global oil squeeze deepens Asean gap

KUALA LUMPUR, March 27 — Fuel prices across South-east Asia are edging higher, with variations among Asean member states reflecting differing subsidy frameworks, taxation structures, and exposure to

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Tourism operators urged to stay rational amid global conflict

Tourism minister calls for price stability and pledges engagement with industry to address challenges from international conflict. PUTRAJAYA: Tourism, Arts and Culture Minister Datuk Seri Tiong King Sing

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Tourism operators urged to stay rational amid global conflict

Tourism minister calls for price stability and pledges engagement with industry to address challenges from international conflict. PUTRAJAYA: Tourism, Arts and Culture Minister Datuk Seri Tiong King Sing

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MACC seeks whistleblowers as RM10m bribery claims involving politician swirl

KUALA LUMPUR, March 27 — The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) has urged any party with credible information regarding the alleged soliciting and paying of money to a politician

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