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World
Trump says 'only kidding' about naming UFC CEO as White House press secretary
WASHINGTON, Nov 8 (Reuters) - President Donald Trump on Sunday said he "only kidding" about appointing Ultimate Fighting Championship CEO Dana White as press secretary, but added that he will speak with White on Monday on other matters.
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Technology
Cryptocurrencies slide to two-month lows after US midterms
SYDNEY, Nov 9 (Reuters) - Cryptocurrencies fell sharply in late Sunday trade, with bitcoin and ether touching their lowest levels for more than two months, as investors fretted a Democratic Party-controlled US Congress will toughen regulation on the asset class.
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Technology
Anthropic secures $3.4 billion generator deal for AI data centers, FT reports
Nov 8 (Reuters) - Anthropic has struck a deal worth about $3.4 billion to secure gas-fired power generators for data centers, the Financial Times reported on Sunday.
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Technology
Nvidia opens probe after report that CEO Huang was target of foreign intelligence
Nov 8 (Reuters) - Nvidia said on Sunday that it is initiating an independent investigation after a media report that founder and CEO Jensen Huang had been the target of a foreign intelligence effort.
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Corporate News
Paramount-Mitsui JV set for long-term growth
PETALING JAYA: Paramount Corp Bhd's joint venture (JV) with Japanese property developer Mitsui Fudosan Co Ltd is viewed positively for the longer-term prospects of the RM1.34bil The Ashbourne project in downtown Kuala Lumpur's prestigious Jalan U Thant neighbourhood, says TA Research.
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India
E-rickshaws reshape roads
Every 90 seconds, an electric three-wheeler rolls off the production line at an Indian factory, underscoring a transformation that has made the country the largest market for battery-powered auto rickshaws.
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Corporate News
Velesto’s Naga 3 rig still up for sale
PETALING JAYA: Upstream drilling services provider Velesto Energy Bhd, which recently secured a contract for the company's jack-up rig, Naga 3, will still be considered for sale given demand stemming from the Middle East conflict emphasising energy security.
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AseanPlus News
Farmers’ hazelnut gamble takes root
Farmer Pema Dema had never even heard of hazelnuts when she was first recruited to begin growing them on her land in Bhutan's Thimphu region.
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Nation
Three candidates, one capital idea
MELAKA: Residents care about the little things, from ensuring exercise areas are well lit to making everyday public services more accessible.
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Metro News
Nation glows with festive cheer
Across the country, streets lined with Indian businesses came alive with vibrant colours, dazzling lights and the festive buzz of Deepavali.
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Economy
BNM expected to raise rates in 2027
PETALING JAYA: Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) will likely raise interest rates next year, as resilient economic growth and emerging inflationary pressures pave the way for gradual monetary policy normalisation.
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Insight
From tea hills to mamak stalls, Malaysia’s story in every cup
SOME drinks are ordered. Others are part of the furniture.
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Metro News
Kulai residents receive weather-sheltered facilities
Residents of Bandar Putra Kulai now have two upgraded facilities for recreational and community activities.
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Property
Property outlook intact
PETALING JAYA: Real estate experts remain upbeat about the property market outlook, with sentiment underpinned by supportive government policies and a generally favourable economic environment.
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Corporate News
Strong freight business to support Tasco’s outlook
PETALING JAYA: Logistics solutions specialist Tasco Bhd's outlook remains positive following the company's second-quarter ended Sept 30, 2026 (2Q27) financial results, announced on Nov 5, which largely met expectations.
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Sabah & Sarawak
A degree beyond barriers
FOR Ruth Yong Wang Theen, completing a master's programme in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) is both an academic and personal milestone.
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Pakistan
Not a tall order for robot servers
Wheeling its way between dining booths at a neon-lit restaurant in the Karachi megacity, a robot waitress drops off a fresh pizza to an awaiting family.
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Reflecting On The Law
Judges must stay neutral
An independent judiciary is a safety valve without which the rule of law cannot thrive and survive.
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Metro News
Family recipes keep diners coming back for horseshoe crab dishes
IN THE run-up to the Melaka State Election this month, a regional delicacy is making waves in Kuala Linggi.
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Metro News
Cultural centre strengthens M’sia-South Korea ties
A NEW cultural centre in Kuala Lumpur has great potential to promote understanding and collaboration between Malaysia and South Korea.
