Thunderstorms, heavy rain warning for KL, Putrajaya and eight other states Posted on 06/01/2025 KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 5 — The Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) has issued a warning for thunderstorms, heavy rain and strong winds expected in Kuala Lumpur, Putrajaya and eight states until 9 pm today. In a statement, MetMalaysia said the affected states include Kedah (covering Yan, Pendang, Kuala Muda, Sik, Baling, Kulim and Bandar Baharu), Penang, Perak and Pahang (Cameron Highlands). The same warning also applies to Selangor, Johor (Batu Pahat, Pontian and Johor Bahru), Sarawak (Sarikei, Sibu, Kapit, Bintulu and Limbang), and Sabah, specifically in the interior areas of Sipitang, Tenom, and Nabawan, as well as Tawau and Sandakan. — Bernama News
Bayer shares hit 20-year low as problems pile up Posted on 13/11/2024 Earnings at Bayer’s agricultural unit were also hit by a hefty write-down on assets. (Reuters pic) FRANKFURT: Bayer’s shares plunged to a 20-year low on Tuesday after the German chemicals giant cut its earnings outlook and posted a worse-than-expected loss on woes related to its troubled agrochemicals division. The group… Read More
The K-pop song that became South Korea’s protest anthem Posted on 14/12/2024 The cheerful song ‘Into the New World’ by Girls’ Generation’s has emerged as a protest anthem by those rallying for President Yoon Suk Yeol’s impeachment. (AFP pic) SEOUL: A cheerful song by one of the most successful K-pop girl groups has emerged as a protest anthem for thousands of South… Read More
RM463m boost for public transport as Malaysia prepares for Asean chair and Visit Malaysia Year, says DPM Zahid Posted on 12/12/2024 KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 11 — The Cabinet Committee on Road Safety and Traffic Congestion (JKMKKJR) Meeting Number 3 of 2024 held today approved an allocation of RM463 million to improve public transport services. Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said this followed the allocation announced in the 2025… Read More