Pemohon pembiayaan peribadi lebih RM100,000 wajib hadiri modul pendidikan kewangan

KUALA LUMPUR: Pengguna yang memohon pinjaman peribadi melebihi RM100,000 kini diwajibkan menghadiri dan melengkapkan modul pendidikan kewangan. Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) mengumumkan syarat baharu ini dalam dokumen dasar pembiayaan peribadi yang dikeluarkan hari ini. Dasar baharu ini bertujuan memperkenalkan amalan pembiayaan yang berhemah dan bertanggungjawab daripada penyedia perkhidmatan kewangan. Ia juga menggalakkan gelagat peminjaman yang… Continue reading Pemohon pembiayaan peribadi lebih RM100,000 wajib hadiri modul pendidikan kewangan
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MetMalaysia issues tropical depression advisory near Philippines

KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysian Meteorological Department has issued an advisory regarding a tropical depression detected in the western Pacific Ocean. This weather system is currently positioned at latitude 14.4 north and longitude 131.8 east, approximately 787 kilometres northeast of Samar Island in the Philippines. MetMalaysia confirmed the storm is moving in a west-northwest direction at… Continue reading MetMalaysia issues tropical depression advisory near Philippines

MetMalaysia issues tropical depression advisory near Philippines

KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysian Meteorological Department has issued an advisory regarding a tropical depression detected in the western Pacific Ocean. This weather system is currently positioned at latitude 14.4 north and longitude 131.8 east, approximately 787 kilometres northeast of Samar Island in the Philippines. MetMalaysia confirmed the storm is moving in a west-northwest direction at… Continue reading MetMalaysia issues tropical depression advisory near Philippines
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Jangka hayat Malaysia meningkat 75.3 tahun pada 2025 – DOSM

KUALA LUMPUR: Jangkaan hayat penduduk Malaysia terus menunjukkan peningkatan dengan bayi yang dilahirkan pada tahun 2025 dijangka hidup sehingga 75.3 tahun. Ketua Perangkawan Malaysia Datuk Seri Dr Mohd Uzir Mahidin berkata bayi perempuan yang lahir pada 2025 dijangka hidup hingga 77.9 tahun manakala bayi lelaki dijangka hidup sehingga 73.1 tahun. “Jangkaan hayat ketika lahir tertinggi… Continue reading Jangka hayat Malaysia meningkat 75.3 tahun pada 2025 – DOSM

Jangka hayat Malaysia meningkat 75.3 tahun pada 2025 – DOSM

KUALA LUMPUR: Jangkaan hayat penduduk Malaysia terus menunjukkan peningkatan dengan bayi yang dilahirkan pada tahun 2025 dijangka hidup sehingga 75.3 tahun. Ketua Perangkawan Malaysia Datuk Seri Dr Mohd Uzir Mahidin berkata bayi perempuan yang lahir pada 2025 dijangka hidup hingga 77.9 tahun manakala bayi lelaki dijangka hidup sehingga 73.1 tahun. “Jangkaan hayat ketika lahir tertinggi… Continue reading Jangka hayat Malaysia meningkat 75.3 tahun pada 2025 – DOSM
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Gempa bumi 6.9 skala Richter landa Leyte, gegaran dirasai di Sandakan

KUALA LUMPUR: Satu gempa bumi kuat berukuran 6.9 pada skala Richter telah melanda Leyte, Filipina pada pukul 9.59 malam tadi dengan gegaran turut dirasai di sekitar Sandakan, Sabah. Menurut kenyataan rasmi Jabatan Meteorologi Malaysia atau MetMalaysia, gempa bumi tersebut berlaku pada jarak kira-kira 50 kilometer barat laut dari Ormoc, Filipina. Gempa bumi itu dicatatkan berlaku… Continue reading Gempa bumi 6.9 skala Richter landa Leyte, gegaran dirasai di Sandakan

Gempa bumi 6.9 skala Richter landa Leyte, gegaran dirasai di Sandakan

KUALA LUMPUR: Satu gempa bumi kuat berukuran 6.9 pada skala Richter telah melanda Leyte, Filipina pada pukul 9.59 malam tadi dengan gegaran turut dirasai di sekitar Sandakan, Sabah. Menurut kenyataan rasmi Jabatan Meteorologi Malaysia atau MetMalaysia, gempa bumi tersebut berlaku pada jarak kira-kira 50 kilometer barat laut dari Ormoc, Filipina. Gempa bumi itu dicatatkan berlaku… Continue reading Gempa bumi 6.9 skala Richter landa Leyte, gegaran dirasai di Sandakan
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Malaysia urges stronger AI safeguards and ASEAN cooperation against cyber threats

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia has called for stronger artificial intelligence safeguards, deeper regional cooperation and greater human resilience to address escalating cyber security threats. Deputy Defence Minister Adly Zahari stated that cyber warfare is no longer a distant possibility but a present reality reshaping how nations, industries and societies operate. “Our response must be threefold, which… Continue reading Malaysia urges stronger AI safeguards and ASEAN cooperation against cyber threats

Malaysia urges stronger AI safeguards and ASEAN cooperation against cyber threats

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia has called for stronger artificial intelligence safeguards, deeper regional cooperation and greater human resilience to address escalating cyber security threats. Deputy Defence Minister Adly Zahari stated that cyber warfare is no longer a distant possibility but a present reality reshaping how nations, industries and societies operate. “Our response must be threefold, which… Continue reading Malaysia urges stronger AI safeguards and ASEAN cooperation against cyber threats
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Hoe Yean, Nur Eilisha raih gangsa di Kejohanan Akuatik Asia 2025

KUALA LUMPUR: Jaguh renang negara Khiew Hoe Yean meraih pingat gangsa dalam acara 400 meter gaya bebas lelaki di Kejohanan Akuatik Asia 2025 di Ahmedabad, India. Hoe Yean mencatat masa 3 minit 52.69 saat di belakang perenang China Xu Haibo yang memenangi emas dengan 3:49.29 saat. Perenang Vietnam Nguyen Huy Hoang meraih perak dengan catatan… Continue reading Hoe Yean, Nur Eilisha raih gangsa di Kejohanan Akuatik Asia 2025

Hoe Yean, Nur Eilisha raih gangsa di Kejohanan Akuatik Asia 2025

KUALA LUMPUR: Jaguh renang negara Khiew Hoe Yean meraih pingat gangsa dalam acara 400 meter gaya bebas lelaki di Kejohanan Akuatik Asia 2025 di Ahmedabad, India. Hoe Yean mencatat masa 3 minit 52.69 saat di belakang perenang China Xu Haibo yang memenangi emas dengan 3:49.29 saat. Perenang Vietnam Nguyen Huy Hoang meraih perak dengan catatan… Continue reading Hoe Yean, Nur Eilisha raih gangsa di Kejohanan Akuatik Asia 2025
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Retiree loses RM2.24 million in phone scam by fake Touch ‘n Go and police

KUCHING: A 66-year-old retired private sector employee in Miri lost over RM2.24 million after falling victim to a phone scam syndicate impersonating Touch ‘n Go and police officers. Miri Police chief ACP Mohd Farhan Lee Abdullah said the woman received a phone call from an individual claiming to be from Touch ‘n Go, who alleged… Continue reading Retiree loses RM2.24 million in phone scam by fake Touch ‘n Go and police

Pagar automatik di pintu masuk negara dipasang suku kedua 2025

KUALA LUMPUR: Pemasangan pagar automatik di pintu masuk negara di bawah seliaan Agensi Kawalan Perlindungan Sempadan Malaysia akan dimulakan pada suku kedua tahun depan. Menteri Dalam Negeri Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail berkata penggunaan teknologi itu dapat meminimumkan urusan fizikal di kaunter pintu masuk negara. Beliau menegaskan langkah itu akan melancarkan proses dan membantu menangani… Continue reading Pagar automatik di pintu masuk negara dipasang suku kedua 2025

Retiree loses RM2.24 million in phone scam by fake Touch ‘n Go and police

KUCHING: A 66-year-old retired private sector employee in Miri lost over RM2.24 million after falling victim to a phone scam syndicate impersonating Touch ‘n Go and police officers. Miri Police chief ACP Mohd Farhan Lee Abdullah said the woman received a phone call from an individual claiming to be from Touch ‘n Go, who alleged… Continue reading Retiree loses RM2.24 million in phone scam by fake Touch ‘n Go and police
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Pagar automatik di pintu masuk negara dipasang suku kedua 2025

KUALA LUMPUR: Pemasangan pagar automatik di pintu masuk negara di bawah seliaan Agensi Kawalan Perlindungan Sempadan Malaysia akan dimulakan pada suku kedua tahun depan. Menteri Dalam Negeri Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail berkata penggunaan teknologi itu dapat meminimumkan urusan fizikal di kaunter pintu masuk negara. Beliau menegaskan langkah itu akan melancarkan proses dan membantu menangani… Continue reading Pagar automatik di pintu masuk negara dipasang suku kedua 2025
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ASEAN policymakers propose council on steel standards after earthquakes

KUALA LUMPUR: ASEAN policymakers have expressed concerns about ensuring only the highest steel standards are used in high-rise building construction across the region. Investment, Trade and Industry Deputy Minister Liew Chin Tong stated that policymakers have agreed to propose forming an ASEAN Council on Steel to their respective governments. This council will bring together government… Continue reading ASEAN policymakers propose council on steel standards after earthquakes

ASEAN policymakers propose council on steel standards after earthquakes

KUALA LUMPUR: ASEAN policymakers have expressed concerns about ensuring only the highest steel standards are used in high-rise building construction across the region. Investment, Trade and Industry Deputy Minister Liew Chin Tong stated that policymakers have agreed to propose forming an ASEAN Council on Steel to their respective governments. This council will bring together government… Continue reading ASEAN policymakers propose council on steel standards after earthquakes
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Anwar: Rasuah ‘jerung’ akan dibanteras dalam 3 tahun

KUALA LUMPUR: Kerajaan menyasarkan untuk membersihkan segala bentuk penyalahgunaan kuasa dan “kekacauan” rasuah dalam tempoh dua hingga tiga tahun akan datang, terutamanya yang melibatkan “jerung” atau individu berprofil tinggi. Perdana Menteri Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim berkata komitmen itu memerlukan ketegasan tanpa kompromi terhadap mana-mana pihak yang terlibat, sama ada menteri, ketua setiausaha (KSU), ketua pengarah… Continue reading Anwar: Rasuah ‘jerung’ akan dibanteras dalam 3 tahun
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Anwar: Rasuah ‘jerung’ akan dibanteras dalam 3 tahun

KUALA LUMPUR: Kerajaan menyasarkan untuk membersihkan segala bentuk penyalahgunaan kuasa dan “kekacauan” rasuah dalam tempoh dua hingga tiga tahun akan datang, terutamanya yang melibatkan “jerung” atau individu berprofil tinggi. Perdana Menteri Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim berkata komitmen itu memerlukan ketegasan tanpa kompromi terhadap mana-mana pihak yang terlibat, sama ada menteri, ketua setiausaha (KSU), ketua pengarah… Continue reading Anwar: Rasuah ‘jerung’ akan dibanteras dalam 3 tahun

JDT and Machida coaches praise discipline after goalless ACLE draw

JOHOR Darul Ta’zim head coach Xisco Munoz praised his team’s disciplined display despite a 0-0 draw against Machida Zelvia in their AFC Champions League Elite match at the Sultan Ibrahim Stadium. Munoz described the match as an important day for his team and stressed the need to maintain momentum while improving attacking details for future… Continue reading JDT and Machida coaches praise discipline after goalless ACLE draw

JDT and Machida coaches praise discipline after goalless ACLE draw

JOHOR Darul Ta’zim head coach Xisco Munoz praised his team’s disciplined display despite a 0-0 draw against Machida Zelvia in their AFC Champions League Elite match at the Sultan Ibrahim Stadium. Munoz described the match as an important day for his team and stressed the need to maintain momentum while improving attacking details for future… Continue reading JDT and Machida coaches praise discipline after goalless ACLE draw
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Chicago Fire clinch MLS playoff spot with 5-3 win over Miami

CHICAGO Fire secured a dramatic 5-3 victory over Inter Miami to clinch a Major League Soccer playoff berth on Tuesday. The win marks Chicago’s return to the MLS postseason for the first time since 2017. Miami striker Luis Suarez scored twice to level the match at 3-3 after his team had trailed 3-1. Suarez’s second-half… Continue reading Chicago Fire clinch MLS playoff spot with 5-3 win over Miami

Chicago Fire clinch MLS playoff spot with 5-3 win over Miami

CHICAGO Fire secured a dramatic 5-3 victory over Inter Miami to clinch a Major League Soccer playoff berth on Tuesday. The win marks Chicago’s return to the MLS postseason for the first time since 2017. Miami striker Luis Suarez scored twice to level the match at 3-3 after his team had trailed 3-1. Suarez’s second-half… Continue reading Chicago Fire clinch MLS playoff spot with 5-3 win over Miami
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Helpie mental health app set for national expansion after school win

PUTRAJAYA: The Ministry of Education will expand support for the mental health application Helpie following its development school’s success in winning the 2025 World’s Best School Prize. Minister Fadhlina Sidek said the ministry would focus on three key areas including the potential nationwide rollout of the application. She stated they would continue supporting the headmaster… Continue reading Helpie mental health app set for national expansion after school win

Helpie mental health app set for national expansion after school win

PUTRAJAYA: The Ministry of Education will expand support for the mental health application Helpie following its development school’s success in winning the 2025 World’s Best School Prize. Minister Fadhlina Sidek said the ministry would focus on three key areas including the potential nationwide rollout of the application. She stated they would continue supporting the headmaster… Continue reading Helpie mental health app set for national expansion after school win
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Foreigners deem BUDI95 petrol subsidy fair for Malaysian citizens

KUALA LUMPUR: Foreign nationals residing in Malaysia have described the BUDI MADANI RON95 petrol subsidy initiative as fair despite being excluded from the benefit. Somali national Faisal Abdi Ali stated that the savings enjoyed by Malaysians help with household financial management and allocation to other essential needs. The 45-year-old student acknowledged that prioritising citizens represents… Continue reading Foreigners deem BUDI95 petrol subsidy fair for Malaysian citizens

Foreigners deem BUDI95 petrol subsidy fair for Malaysian citizens

KUALA LUMPUR: Foreign nationals residing in Malaysia have described the BUDI MADANI RON95 petrol subsidy initiative as fair despite being excluded from the benefit. Somali national Faisal Abdi Ali stated that the savings enjoyed by Malaysians help with household financial management and allocation to other essential needs. The 45-year-old student acknowledged that prioritising citizens represents… Continue reading Foreigners deem BUDI95 petrol subsidy fair for Malaysian citizens
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Pope Leo hopes Hamas will accept Trump’s Gaza peace plan

ROME: Pope Leo on Tuesday praised United States President Donald Trump’s 20-point peace plan for Gaza and expressed hope that the Palestinian militant group Hamas would endorse it. The pope noted there are very interesting elements in the plan during comments quoted by Italy’s ANSA news agency. He specifically stated his hope that Hamas would… Continue reading Pope Leo hopes Hamas will accept Trump’s Gaza peace plan

Judge blocks Trump from cutting counterterrorism funds for Democratic states

A federal judge in Rhode Island on Tuesday temporarily blocked the Trump administration from cutting $233 million in counterterrorism grant funds for Democratic-led states, including New York and Illinois. Eleven states sued the Trump administration on Monday over last-minute changes to counterterrorism grants, saying that Republican President Donald Trump was retaliating against Democratic-led states by… Continue reading Judge blocks Trump from cutting counterterrorism funds for Democratic states

Powerful 6.9 magnitude earthquake hits Philippines, causes damage

MANILA: A powerful 6.9 magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of Cebu City in the Philippines late on Tuesday. The earthquake caused power outages and damaged buildings across the region. The United States Geological Survey recorded the quake’s depth at 10 kilometres. Multiple aftershocks followed the initial tremor, with the strongest measuring magnitude 6. Another… Continue reading Powerful 6.9 magnitude earthquake hits Philippines, causes damage

Mexican immigrant dies in Dallas ICE shooting, second detainee killed

A Mexican immigrant wounded by a sniper in a shooting at a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement field office in Dallas last week has died of his injuries, an ICE official said on Tuesday, making him the second detainee killed in the attack. The U.S. Department of Homeland Security identified the deceased man as Miguel… Continue reading Mexican immigrant dies in Dallas ICE shooting, second detainee killed

Mexican immigrant dies in Dallas ICE shooting, second detainee killed

A Mexican immigrant wounded by a sniper in a shooting at a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement field office in Dallas last week has died of his injuries, an ICE official said on Tuesday, making him the second detainee killed in the attack. The U.S. Department of Homeland Security identified the deceased man as Miguel… Continue reading Mexican immigrant dies in Dallas ICE shooting, second detainee killed
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FCC commissioner urges companies to resist Trump administration threats

WASHINGTON: The lone Democrat on the Federal Communications Commission called on major companies to stand up to threats from the Trump administration against broadcasters and others. FCC chair Brendan Carr, a Republican, had just defended his recent comments pushing Disney and local broadcasters to stop airing “Jimmy Kimmel Live!”. “We need corporations to stop capitulating.… Continue reading FCC commissioner urges companies to resist Trump administration threats

SK Putrajaya Presint 11(1) wins World’s Best School Prizes 2025

PUTRAJAYA: Sekolah Kebangsaan Putrajaya Presint 11(1) has been named the winner of the World’s Best School Prizes 2025 by T4 Education. The announcement places Malaysia once again on the global education stage according to the Ministry of Education. Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek attended the special announcement event co-organised by the ministry and Yayasan Hasanah at… Continue reading SK Putrajaya Presint 11(1) wins World’s Best School Prizes 2025

SK Putrajaya Presint 11(1) wins World’s Best School Prizes 2025

PUTRAJAYA: Sekolah Kebangsaan Putrajaya Presint 11(1) has been named the winner of the World’s Best School Prizes 2025 by T4 Education. The announcement places Malaysia once again on the global education stage according to the Ministry of Education. Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek attended the special announcement event co-organised by the ministry and Yayasan Hasanah at… Continue reading SK Putrajaya Presint 11(1) wins World’s Best School Prizes 2025
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Government shutdown economic impact depends on duration

CHICAGO: The economic impact of a government shutdown depends on both the breadth of the closure and its duration. Chicago Federal Reserve President Austan Goolsbee made this assessment during a Tuesday event on the U.S. agriculture economy. He noted that most historical government shutdowns have been relatively short in duration. These limited shutdowns have typically… Continue reading Government shutdown economic impact depends on duration

Government shutdown economic impact depends on duration

CHICAGO: The economic impact of a government shutdown depends on both the breadth of the closure and its duration. Chicago Federal Reserve President Austan Goolsbee made this assessment during a Tuesday event on the U.S. agriculture economy. He noted that most historical government shutdowns have been relatively short in duration. These limited shutdowns have typically… Continue reading Government shutdown economic impact depends on duration
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Italy PM Meloni urges Gaza aid flotilla to stop immediately

ROME: Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni on Tuesday called on the international aid flotilla trying to deliver aid to Gaza to immediately stop their mission. Insisting on a confrontation with Israel could upset the current “fragile balance” that could lead to peace based on the plan proposed by U.S. President Donald Trump, Meloni said. “Many… Continue reading Italy PM Meloni urges Gaza aid flotilla to stop immediately

EU launches charm offensive in Ukraine amid Hungary accession block

UZHHOROD: The European Union has launched a high-level charm offensive in Ukraine this week to ease tensions threatening Kyiv’s accession bid. EU Enlargement Commissioner Marta Kos met with Hungarian minority representatives in western Ukraine on Monday. She visited Hungarian and Slovak minority schools in Uzhhorod to address Budapest’s concerns about minority rights. “There is no… Continue reading EU launches charm offensive in Ukraine amid Hungary accession block

Italy warns Gaza aid flotilla of naval call before critical zone

ROME: Italy has informed an international aid flotilla heading to Gaza that its accompanying naval frigate will soon issue a radio call. The communication will offer participants the opportunity to abandon their ships and return to shore before reaching a designated critical zone. The Global Sumud Flotilla confirmed receiving this notification from Italian authorities on… Continue reading Italy warns Gaza aid flotilla of naval call before critical zone

US tariff collections to continue during government shutdown, DHS says

WASHINGTON: US Customs and Border Protection tariff collections will continue during any government shutdown, the Department of Homeland Security said on Tuesday. The Department stated in its shutdown contingency plan that all CBP revenue collections will continue, along with disaster payments by the Federal Emergency Management Agency. It also confirmed that financial operations funded by… Continue reading US tariff collections to continue during government shutdown, DHS says

Stretching your Sara aid: Cut waste, eat healthier and save more

IMAGINE stacking 3,500 Petronas Twin Towers by weight. That is how much food the world wasted in 2022: a staggering 1.05 billion tonnes. In Malaysia, we throw away 17,000 tonnes of food every day, and almost a quarter of it is still edible. That is enough to feed three million people three meals a day… Continue reading Stretching your Sara aid: Cut waste, eat healthier and save more

Stretching your Sara aid: Cut waste, eat healthier and save more

IMAGINE stacking 3,500 Petronas Twin Towers by weight. That is how much food the world wasted in 2022: a staggering 1.05 billion tonnes. In Malaysia, we throw away 17,000 tonnes of food every day, and almost a quarter of it is still edible. That is enough to feed three million people three meals a day… Continue reading Stretching your Sara aid: Cut waste, eat healthier and save more
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White House restores board for sick nuclear workers’ compensation claims

WASHINGTON: The White House has restored an advisory board crucial for approving medical claims from nuclear weapons workers with high radiation exposure. This board was previously suspended by the Department of Health and Human Services in January. Eligible workers at US Department of Energy and Defense nuclear sites can receive a $150,000 lump-sum payment and… Continue reading White House restores board for sick nuclear workers’ compensation claims

Escaping the middle-income trap

THE spectre of the “middle-income trap” haunts many nations. Having clawed their way out of poverty through grit and low-cost manufacturing, they find progress stalling. Wages rise, eroding their competitive edge against poorer rivals, yet they lack the advanced technology and productivity to compete with wealthier nations. It becomes an economic purgatory. The diagnoses often… Continue reading Escaping the middle-income trap

Escaping the middle-income trap

THE spectre of the “middle-income trap” haunts many nations. Having clawed their way out of poverty through grit and low-cost manufacturing, they find progress stalling. Wages rise, eroding their competitive edge against poorer rivals, yet they lack the advanced technology and productivity to compete with wealthier nations. It becomes an economic purgatory. The diagnoses often… Continue reading Escaping the middle-income trap
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Trump warns Democrats of irreversible actions in government shutdown

WASHINGTON: President Donald Trump warned congressional Democrats on Tuesday that a federal government shutdown would enable his administration to take irreversible actions against programs they support. Trump stated his administration could implement permanent cuts to popular Democratic programs that would be impossible to reverse once enacted. “We can do things during the shutdown that are… Continue reading Trump warns Democrats of irreversible actions in government shutdown

Pfizer shares rise 5% after Trump announces drug price cuts

WASHINGTON: Shares of Pfizer increased approximately 5% following President Donald Trump’s announcement that the drugmaker will reduce prices for all its prescription drugs sold to the Medicaid insurance programme. Trump stated that Pfizer will also introduce all new prescription drugs at a “most favoured nation” price during his Tuesday press conference. The White House plans… Continue reading Pfizer shares rise 5% after Trump announces drug price cuts