Metro News

JB school sets up liquid detergent refilling kiosk

TO cultivate eco-friendly habits among the young, a primary school in Johor Baru has launched a detergent refilling kiosk aimed at reducing single-use plastics.

Metro News

Batu Pahat family preserving ‘halwa maskat’ heritage

Mention halwa maskat and many will picture it as a traditional delicacy from the northern states of peninsular Malaysia.

Squash

A catwalk for Rachel and Co in first round of Asian C’ships in Kuching  

PETALING JAYA: National women's squash players didn't put a foot wrong at the Asian Championships in Sarawak after all six representatives advanced to the third round without a hitch.

Metro News

Plenty for visitors to explore on hill with rich past

There is much for visitors to see and experience at Penang Hill.

Corporate News

Legoland Shanghai a key brick to building toy brand in China

The Lego Group is viewing China as a high-potential market, as the toymaker gears up to open its much-anticipated Legoland Shanghai Resort on July 5.

Golf

Jonathan grabs surprise lead at TSM Golf Challenge

PETALING JAYA: Unheralded P. Jonathan stole the show by grabbing the first-round lead after posting a fine three-under 68 in the TSM Golf Challenge at the Kuala Lumpur Golf and Country Club yesterday.

Athletics

Educating athletes in an a-MACE-ing way to solve disputes

PETALING JAYA: Wiser athletes will handle disputes in a better way.

Badminton

Soar with the VAR

PETALING JAYA: Introduce Video Assistance Referee (VAR) and change the medical rules during tournaments.

Forex

Ringgit almost flat against the greenback

The ringgit ended nearly flat against the US dollar yesterday as investors stayed cautious amid the ongoing military conflict in the Middle East.

Badminton

Cool comfort of Camerons might just be the tonic Soon Huat-Shevon need

PETALING JAYA: A quiet holiday in Cameron Highlands could do the trick for mixed doubles shuttlers Goh Soon Huat-Shevon Lai Jemie to return on a high for the second half of a hectic season.

Badminton

Justin out to justify long and co$tly trip to US 

PETALING JAYA: It will be a long and expensive trip to the United States and Canada for men's singles shuttler Justin Hoh (pic) but he plans to make it worthwhile.

Hockey

Captain Victor eyes to be victorious like his idol and ‘beast’ Karabatic

BUKIT JALIL: France have posed huge threat to their opponents at the Nations Cup, and for good reason – they have a solid anchor and it is none other than captain Victor Charlet to lead the charge.

Hockey

Cash-strapped Pakistan look good for semis, M’sia may miss cut 

BUKIT JALIL: Pakistan's national hockey team did not have much time and money to prepare before their Nations Cup campaign, but it did little to stop the spirited team from enjoying a good run in Bukit Jalil.

Metro News

Penang Hill’s living legacy to the fore in July festival

THE Penang Hill Festival (PHF), an event that uplifts the soul thanks to its unique settings that beautifully intertwine the state's natural and cultural heritage, is back for its sixth edition.

Economy

Conflicts have limited impact on country for now

As tensions in the Middle East escalate to a dangerous new chapter, concerns are arising as to how developments could affect the Malaysian economy and stock market performance, albeit indirectly in all likelihood.

Economy

Low quality products hinder construction sector

Vietnamese construction materials may have the capacity to compete on foreign turf, but they still face difficulties in their home market due to the blurred lines between genuine and low-quality products.

Economy

Tourism dip fuels worst stock drop in Asia 

Thailand's post-Covid flood of tourists has turned into more of a trickle, adding to concerns for Airports of Thailand Pcl (AoT) as it grapples with shrinking duty free sales without a full-time chief executive officer.

Auto

Emissions present challenges for Vietnam

A new draft regulation on national car emissions standards introduced by the Agriculture and Environment Ministry underscores the Vietnamese government's commitment to reducing carbon pollution and achieving net-zero emissions by 2050.

Corporate News

Mitsubishi in advanced talks on US$8bil Aethon deal

Mitsubishi Corp is in advanced talks to buy the assets of Aethon Energy Management for close to US$8bil, according to sources, in what would be the Japanese conglomerate's biggest ever acquisition.

Hockey

Sarjit’s feeling blue over yellow card and collapse against Kiwis

PETALING JAYA: Senior players in the national hockey squad should lead by example but they did not and head coach Sarjit Singh was left disappointed after Malaysia's 3-4 loss against New Zealand in the Nations Cup on Monday.