Forex

Asian currencies retreat on Fed's stance; rupiah slides on local risks

ASIAN currencies fell on Thursday as the U.S. dollar firmed after the Federal Reserve signalled a more measured approach to easing, while Indonesia's rupiah slid to a four-month low after its central bank delivered a surprise rate cut.

Brunei

Malaysian school visit to Brunei fosters education exchange

BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN: A 15-member delegation from Sekolah Kebangsaan Bukit Naga in Shah Alam, Selangor visited Yayasan Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah (YSHHB) School on Wednesday (Sept 17) to share ideas and experiences of learning and teaching, while forging bilateral interaction between both countries in the field of education.

World

Surge in deadly 'brain-eating' amoeba cases causes alarm in India's Kerala state

(Reuters) -An increase in cases of a rare but fatal form of encephalitis has put authorities in India's southern state of Kerala on alert, forcing them to step up testing to address what they say is a serious public health challenge.

Nation

Teens put on good behaviour bond for slapping classmate

KAJANG: Two 13-year-old boys have been ordered to be placed on a one-year good behaviour bond for slapping their classmate at a shopping mall two months ago.

Nation

Mother and daughter found dead in MPV

MELAKA: A mother and daughter have been found dead in a multi-purpose vehicle at Jalan Solok Hilir in Paya Rumput here, believed to have suffocated after inhaling carbon monoxide.

STARPICKS

Unveiling Malaysia’s beauty through the segment’s leading 10x ZEISS Telephoto Stage Portrait with crystal clear clarity

LIFE is full of moments that deserve to be remembered, from weekend brunches with friends, to nights out in the city, to the elegance of traditional attire during special occasions.

Nation

Religious teacher pleads not guilty to sexually assaulting 14-year-old boy

KUALA TERENGGANU: A teacher of a religious school pleaded not guilty in the Sessions Court here on Thursday (Sept 18) to two counts of physical sexual assault.

Cambodia

Economists: Surge in gold purchases linked to global economy, not lack of faith in Cambodia's riel

PHNOM PENH: Economists have explained that the rising trend of purchasing gold in Cambodia is being driven by global economic uncertainty at a time when domestic purchasing power is increasing. Their explanation counters Thai claims that the surge in buying gold may stem from a lack of confidence in the Cambodian riel.

Nation

Be prudent in handling Kampung Sungai Baru redevelopment, must prioritise Malay interests, says Selangor Ruler

KLANG: Selangor Ruler Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah wants matters pertaining to the redevelopment of Kampung Sungai Baru, Kuala Lumpur to be handled cautiously.

Entertainment

Taylor Swift shielded by bulletproof screen at football game amid security concerns

Swifties have speculated the tightened security is due to the killing of right-wing activist Charlie Kirk last week.

Sabah & Sarawak

Student leader traumatised, another transferred out after Zara’s death

KOTA KINABALU: One of the students who had "interrogated" Form One student Zara Qairina Mahathir over theft allegations has since moved to another room.

Nation

Bill to tackle bullying must begin with proper definition, says Azalina

SHAH ALAM: Establishing a clear and precise definition of bullying will be among the key areas of focus in drafting the proposed Anti-Bullying Tribunal Bill, says Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Law and Institutional Reform) Datuk Seri Azalina Othman Said.

Markets

Stocks churn as traders assess Fed outlook following rate cut

SINGAPORE: Global stock markets were choppy on Thursday after the Federal Reserve delivered its first rate cut this year but signalled a measured approach to further monetary policy easing, leaving investors unsure about the pace of future moves.

Nation

High Court issues gag order on Palapes cadet’s death

KUALA LUMPUR: The Shah Alam High Court has issued an interim order against the Defence Minister and the Ministry not to issue statements regarding the death of Syamsul Haris Shamsudin, a Universiti Teknologi Malaysia Reserve Officers' training unit cadet.

Cricket

Cricket-Pakistan gearing up for India rematch, says captain Salman

DUBAI (Reuters) -Pakistan captain Salman Agha said his team were ready to face India in the next round of the Asia Cup on Sunday after last week's group-stage match between the arch-rivals ended in acrimony when the Indian side refused to shake hands.

Laos

Vientiane, Phnom Penh strengthen ties in trade, tourism, education

PHNOM PENH: Vientiane and the Cambodian capital Phnom Penh have established a strategic alliance focused on trade, investment and tourism, while also actively promoting educational and cultural exchanges and cooperation in other sectors, to further strengthen Laos-Cambodia relations.

Nation

Cops nab 73-year-old-man after his friend dies after Pangkor fight

IPOH: A man was nabbed in connection to a fight that claimed the life of another man in Pangkor.

Family

Are ultraprocessed foods harming your health?

A new report finds Americans get more than half their calories from ultraprocessed foods, raising concerns over wellness risks like obesity, diabetes and heart disease.

Fashion

'Most fashionable queen': Museum exhibit celebrates Marie Antoinette's style

A lavish new exhibition at the V&A Museum traces Marie Antoinette's extravagant style, from her jewels and gowns to the lasting influence she holds over fashion today.

Arts

Vintage newspapers, books show the role of private collections in local history

Pop-up exhibition 'Seeds Of Resistance' at GMBB in KL offers fresh perspective through private collections