Three task forces set up to transform Labuan’s economy, says Dr Zaliha

Three task forces set up to transform Labuan’s economy, says Dr Zaliha

LABUAN, March 31 — The Federal Territories Department has set up three task forces to revitalise Labuan’s economy, Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Federal Territories) Dr Zaliha Mustafa said. The task forces, focused on tourism development, the construction of the Labuan-Menumbok bridge, and enhancing trans-shipment activities, are poised to be game-changers for Labuan’s economic … Read more

Social media forces British royal family to adapt

Social media forces British royal family to adapt

LONDON, March 27 — Britain’s royal family has been forced to radically change the way it communicates because of social media, after speculation ran riot about the health of Catherine, Princess of Wales. The 42-year-old princess, widely known as Kate, last week announced that she was receiving cancer treatment, two months after having abdominal surgery. … Read more

Defence minister: Armed Forces always vigilant in safeguarding nation’s borders 

Defence minister: Armed Forces always vigilant in safeguarding nation’s borders 

KOTA TINGGI, Feb 11 — The Malaysian Armed Forces (ATM) consistently maintain highest-level control of the country’s borders to safeguard national sovereignty and prevent encroachments, Defence Minister Datuk Seri Mohamed Khaled Nordin said. He said continuous control, achieved through various operations on land, air, water, and areas with overlapping claims, involves round-the-clock monitoring and patrols … Read more

WISeKey and Xapo Bank Join Forces to Showcase WISe.ART Digital and Physical Art Exhibition in Gibraltar

WISeKey and Xapo Bank Join Forces to Showcase WISe.ART Digital and Physical Art Exhibition in Gibraltar

Geneva, Switzerland , Jan. 22, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — WISeKey and Xapo Bank Join Forces to Showcase WISe.ART Digital and Physical Art Exhibition in Gibraltar Exhibition features a collaboration with SO/ Sotogrande Spa & Golf Resort Hotel Geneva, Switzerland – January 22, 2024: WISeKey International Holding Ltd. (“WISeKey”) (SIX: WIHN, NASDAQ: WKEY), a global leader … Read more

Civil Defence Force’s ‘Komuniti Siaga 221’ programme helps city folk get ready for disasters

Civil Defence Force’s ‘Komuniti Siaga 221’ programme helps city folk get ready for disasters

RAWANG, Jan 21 — The Komuniti Siaga 221 programme introduced by the Civil Defence Force (APM) aims to provide exposure and knowledge of emergency training to urban dwellers who are at risk of facing disasters and are exposed to local security threats. APM chief commissioner Datuk Aminurrahim Mohamed said the programme was an early preparation … Read more

Hajiji: No forces can break Sabah as long as people remain united 

Hajiji: No forces can break Sabah as long as people remain united 

KOTA KINABALU, Dec 31 — There are no forces with ill intent which can break Sabah, as long as the Sabahans remain united, said Chief Minister Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor. Hajiji said that, as the Chief Minister, he is committed to seeing the beloved Sabah remain united, prosperous, and inclusive, especially in the coming year. … Read more

Third wave of floods forces evacuation of 102 in Terengganu

Third wave of floods forces evacuation of 102 in Terengganu

KUALA TERENGGANU, Dec 24 — The third wave of floods in Terengganu today sent 102 people from 25 families to three relief centres in Dungun and Marang. Advertisement According to the State Disaster Management Committee (JPBN) secretariat, 69 evacuees from 17 families were being housed at Kampung Shukor Multipurpose Hall and 21 people from five … Read more

Epishine and PowerFilm Solar Join Forces to Meet US Market Needs

Epishine and PowerFilm Solar Join Forces to Meet US Market Needs

Linköping, Sweden, Dec. 21, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Epishine, a leading energy impact company, is proud to announce its strategic partnership with PowerFilm Solar, the US leader in thin, flexible solar cells. This collaboration marks a significant step in Epishine’s expansion into the US market, teaming up with PowerFilm Solar to be their option for … Read more

PM Anwar: Task force set up to expedite procurement approval for security forces

PM Anwar: Task force set up to expedite procurement approval for security forces

PUTRAJAYA, Dec 12 ― Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said a task force would be set up to speed up procurement approvals for the country’s security forces. He said the Secretary-General of Treasury Datuk Johan Mahmood Merican had been instructed to monitor the task force to ensure approval for the purpose is expedited. Speaking … Read more

Epic Games, Lego join forces for latest ‘Fortnite’ game

Epic Games, Lego join forces for latest ‘Fortnite’ game

NEW YORK, Dec 8 — Toy giant Lego and videogame leader Epic Games joined forces Thursday to launch Lego Fortnite in a bid to grow a platform already used by hundreds of millions of people. The game, which like prior Fortnite offerings is free to download, features the colourful animated landscape familiar to gamers but … Read more