Features : Toxic Legacy of Malaysia's Discarded Electronics
As the new year approaches, many people are likely to have the latest tech gadgets on their wish lists — smartphones, smartwatches, earphones and laptops.
BERNAMA 
Business : Tiankai Square Hits 201 Patents, Boosting Innovation Hub
KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 24 (Bernama) -- As of December 2025, Tiankai Square, the core area of Tiankai Higher Education Innovation Park operated by Tianjin Tiankai Development Group Co Ltd, has generated a total of 201 independent invention patents, marking a milestone in its development as a leading hub for technological innovation.
General : Continuous Enforcement Of Animal Welfare, Over 16,000 Complaints Received - DVS
PUTRAJAYA, Dec 24 (Bernama) -- Animal welfare enforcement in this country is implemented continuously, based on the law and monitored through a structured complaints management system, according to the Department of Veterinary Services (DVS).
General : Penang’s Bureaucratic Reform Saves RM2.4 Bln, Approval Times Cut By 73 Pct
GEORGE TOWN, Dec 24 (Bernama) -- Penang is undergoing a significant shift in its public service landscape through the implementation of the Bureaucratic Red Tape Reform (RKB) initiative, which has streamlined administrative systems and delivered tangible benefits to the public.
General : Ayam Percik, Traditional Sarongs Mark Christmas In Kelantan
KOTA BHARU, Dec 24 (Bernama) -- In Kelantan, Christmas isn’t just about carols and twinkling decorations. It is also a feast for the senses, with local favourites like ayam percik, nasi dagang, budu and nasi kerabu Golok taking centre stage, showing how the Christian community has embraced and blended with the state’s culinary traditions.
Dollar slides toward worst year since 2003 as Fed outlook diverges from peers
Upbeat US GDP data fails to alter Fed cut pricingDollar under pressure as traders bet on further easing next yearNext ra...
Malay Mail 
British comedian Russell Brand hit with two new rape and assault charges
LONDON, Dec 24 — UK police said two new charges, of rape and sexual assault, had been issued yesterday against Bri...
Jakim siasat program ‘Interfaith Water Ceremony’
PETALING JAYA – Jabatan Kemajuan Islam Malaysia (Jakim) memaklumkan akan memanggil individu yang dikaitkan dalam program “Interfaith Water Ceremony” bagi mendapatkan penjelasan lanjut berhubung dakwaan penglibatan individu Muslim dalam program tersebut. Ketua Pengarah Jakim, Datuk Dr. Sirajuddin Suhaimee berkata, individu terbabit bukan pegawai Jakim sebagaimana yang disangka segelintir pihak sehingga mencetuskan pelbagai reaksi dalam kalangan ... Read more The post Jakim siasat program ‘Interfaith Water Ceremony’ appeared first on Kosmo Digital .
Kosmo Online 
KPDN’s e-Aduan lets consumers lodge price complaints via WhatsApp, ezAdu app
KOTA BHARU, Dec 24 — Lodging complaints about product prices by consumers have been a complicated and tedious proc...
Why markets aren’t buying BOJ’s rate hike spin
TOKYO – As 2026 approaches, the Bank of Japan finds itself in the unenviable position of a central bank that cried wolf. Last week, BOJ Governor Kazuo Ueda’s board made good on its talk of higher interest rates, raising them to a 30-year high of 0.75%. Yet currency traders aren’t buying Ueda’s pledges to continue […] The post Why markets aren’t buying BOJ’s rate hike spin appeared first on Asia Times .
Asia Times 
Renault Sets 1,008km EV Efficiency Record With Filante Record EV Concept
While other car manufacturers are busy breaking records by showcasing outright speed, Renault has taken a different, more efficient approach. With its Filante Record EV concept, the French automaker has successfully achieved a range of 1,008km on a single charge. The feat was accomplished at the UTAC test track in Morocco, with the sole objective […] The post Renault Sets 1,008km EV Efficiency Record With Filante Record EV Concept appeared first on Lowyat.NET .
Lowyat
Renault Sets 1,008km EV Efficiency Record With Filante Record EV Concept
While other car manufacturers are busy breaking records by showcasing outright speed, Renault has taken a different, more efficient approach. With its Filante Record EV concept, the French automaker has successfully achieved a range of 1,008km on a single charge. The feat was accomplished at the UTAC test track in Morocco, with the sole objective […] The post Renault Sets 1,008km EV Efficiency Record With Filante Record EV Concept appeared first on Lowyat.NET .
Belajar simpan duit kecemasan dahulu, baru fikir soal pelaburan
PETALING JAYA – Masyarakat khususnya golongan muda disaran memberi keutamaan kepada simpanan kecemasan sebelum melangkah ke dunia pelaburan. Perunding kewangan, Zainal Ab berkata, kesilapan paling kerap dilakukan anak muda ialah terlalu ghairah mengejar pulangan pelaburan tanpa asas kewangan yang kukuh, sekali gus mendedahkan mereka kepada tekanan kewangan apabila berdepan situasi tidak dijangka. “Ramai yang terus ... Read more The post Belajar simpan duit kecemasan dahulu, baru fikir soal pelaburan appeared first on Kosmo Digital .
South-East Asia’s first Godzilla Store opens next year
The store's second phase expansion overseas opens in Malaysia Jan 9 next year. Read full story
The Star
South-East Asia’s first Godzilla Store opens next year
The store's second phase expansion overseas opens in Malaysia Jan 9 next year. Read full story
StarBiz 
Petronas inks long‑term LNG agreement with CNOOC to support China’s clean energy goals
KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 24 — Petroliam Nasional Bhd (Petronas), via its subsidiary Petronas LNG Ltd, has entered into a...