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Policies head in right direction
With rising construction costs and ongoing affordability challenges, Malaysia’s property market has seen a meaningful set of policy adjustments this year. Rather than relying on broad incentives to drive transaction […]
China underground: Affordable and sustainable homes
In parts of China’s Loess Plateau, the landscape appears to be nothing more than rolling hills and quiet farmland. Yet beneath the surface, a hidden community thrives, literally breathing within […]
Navigating Sarawak’s condominium market
The Sarawak property landscape has been undergoing a significant structural transformation. Traditionally dominated by landed residential developments, Sarawak – particularly its capital, Kuching – is witnessing a dramatic pivot toward […]
Taiwan rattled by 7.0 magnitude quake
TAIPEI, Dec 27 (Reuters) – A 7.0 magnitude earthquake struck some 32 km (20 miles) off Taiwan’s northeastern coastal city of Yilan late on Saturday, the island’s weather administration said. […]
Italy loosens court control over public tenders, amid protests
ROME, Dec 27 (Reuters) – Italy’s parliament on Saturday approved a reform that loosens controls and sanctions regarding public tenders, amid protests from magistrates and opposition lawmakers who say it […]
Penang Hill funicular disruption due to power distribution issue, says PBBPP
GEORGE TOWN: The temporary disruption of the Penang Hill Funicular train service on Friday (Dec 26) was due to a power distribution issue affecting the motor drive, caused by a […]
Suspected explosives found on Nilai bomb maker at time of arrest
SEREMBAN: Police found several objects suspected to be improvised explosive devices (IEDs) on a man arrested in conjunction with an explosion in Desa Palma on Monday (Dec 22). Read full […]
Asia-Pacific rides AI boom to unlock tech-empowered growth, cooperation momentum in 2025
As 2025 draws to a close, the Asia-Pacific region is positioned at the forefront of a global technological revolution, with artificial intelligence (AI) emerging not just as a transformative force. […]
Floods: Situation in Terengganu improves
KUALA TERENGGANU: Improving weather conditions have led to a further decline in the number of flood victims in Terengganu. Read full story Date: 27 December, 2025 9:00 pm Source: thestar.com.my
Six Orang Asli settlements in Kelantan identified as prone to natural disasters in monsoon season
GUA MUSANG: Six Orang Asli settlements in Kelantan have been identified as high-risk areas for potential disasters due to continuous rainfall from the ongoing Northeast Monsoon (MTL). Read full story […]